The Gabby Reece Show

My guest today is nutritional psychologist Dr. Uma Naidoo from Harvard Psychiatric. Dr. Naidoo discusses how we can use the right foods and spices to support our mental health. She dives deep into how food impacts the brain's gut access and can directly support our mental state or create anxiety and depression. Dr. Naidoo does a beautiful job of systematically helping us remove our worst habits and slowly add healthy ones in exchange. She does not believe in working from a place where people feel deprived but rather helps us individually figure out how to create long-lasting change. This conversation is full of takeaways around sweeteners, gluten, alcohol, and supplementation. She also focuses heavily on how to avoid neuroinflammation and preserve long-term cognitive function. Her latest book, "Calm Your Mind on Food," is loaded with easy-to-create delicious, and health-supportive recipes that encourage us to be playful and experimental with our food. Enjoy!TimeStamps [00:02:26] Light Bulb Moments [00:06:03] Navigating Improvement [00:09:00] Anxiety and Zoloft [00:12:59] Nutrition and Mental Health [00:21:42] Gut-Brain Connection [00:27:24] Alcohol and Anxiety [00:34:23] Dehydration [00:38:55] Oils [00:46:03] Alzheimer’s and Dementia [00:51:27] American Diet Sponsors: Vionic Shoes | Visit Vionicshoes.com and use code GABBY at checkout for 15% off your entire orderMaui Nui | Visit https://mauinuivenison.com/GABBY to get 20% off your first order.OneSkin | Visit Oneskin.co to get 15% off OneSkin with the code GABBY Quince | Visit Quince.com/gabby to get free shipping and 365-day returnsConnect with Dr. Uma Naidoo:Books: This is Your Brain on FoodCalm Your Mind with FoodWebsite: www.umanaidoomd.comInstagram: @drumanaidooConnect with Gabby @gabbyreece | LinktreeFor the full show notes visit #237: Your Brain Health Blueprint | Brain-Boosting Foods: Dr. Uma Naidoo Decodes Mental Wellness Nutrition (gabriellereece.com)The Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's bonus episode, Elijah Allan-Blitz and I once again explore the vast realm of artificial intelligence. Our conversation revolves around key figures in the AI industry, discussing individuals like Elon Musk and Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI. A central focus is Altman's unique journey, involving being fired and rehired at OpenAI, sparking a discussion on the potential implications of such pivotal moments in the AI landscape. We delve into the possible impact of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) on the world, examining its potential effects on democracy and the emergence of new systems.As we grapple with the uncertainties of the future and these evolving technologies, we stress the vital importance of adapting and paying attention to these emerging technologies. Addressing challenges requires practical solutions, and we find solace in embracing joy amid rapid changes, grounding ourselves in the appreciation of fundamental human needs.We conclude our conversation by discussing the art of surrendering, letting go, and fostering awe and wonder amidst the ever-changing tapestry of technology.More About Elijah Allan-Blitz:Elijah Allan-Blitz is an Emmy Award-winning director. He was the first VR director for Time magazine with an experience about the Holocaust created as a companion piece for the Ken Burns documentary, "Defying the Nazis: The Sharps’ War." He has since partnered with Van Jones to create the Messy Truth VR experience, a virtual reality series starring Marvel actors designed as a curriculum for empathy. Most recently, he directed the first AR short film for Disney+ called "Remembering." Elijah has also directed VR experiences for Aloe Blacc, PBS, Laird Hamilton, HBO, and Michael Pollan.Connect with Elijah @elijah_a.b | www.elijah-ab.comConnect with Gabby @gabbyreece | LinktreeFor the full show notes visit gabriellereece.com/podcastThe Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Dr. Vincent Pedre, a board-certified internist and the Medical Director of the Pedre Integrative Health Institute. After overcoming his own gut issues, Dr. Pedre redirected his medical attention and practice to helping support people in building the healthiest and happiest gut possible. He has a private practice in New York City and integrates both Western and Eastern medical traditions.Dr. Pedre has recently released his latest book, "Gut Smart Protocol." The book not only focuses on you taking a quiz to determine the state of your gut health but also provides insights into the best practices and foods that will support either maintaining that health or improving your microbiome.He shares information on things to avoid in our day-to-day lives that can have long-term impacts on our gut's ability to be healthy and discusses how we can recover, especially when taking a round of antibiotics or other medicines that can perforate our gut lining. The gut is connected to all facets of our health, and navigating it can be confusing. Dr. Vincent Pedre does a beautiful job of trying to simplify that journey. Enjoy!TimeStamps [00:02:15] Gut Health [00:13:14] Lack of Clarity [00:18:30] Managing Food for 14 Days [00:23:27] Vertical Breathing [00:39:25] Vagus Nerve [00:39:25] Gut is a Garden [00:46:44] COVID [00:53:43] Different Kinds of Diets [01:00:01] Lymphatic Tissue [01:08:29] Microbiome Shifts [01:13:15] Eczema SHOW SPONSORS: VIONIC SHOES ~ Vionic Shoes is revolutionizing medical orthotics in a fashionable way. Visit Vionicshoes.com and use code GABBY at checkout for 15% off your entire orderBABBEL ~ Start learning a new language today! Get 55% off your Babbel subscription - but only for our listeners - at Babbel.com/GABBY.MAUI NUI ~ MAUI’S WILD-HARVESTED AXIS DEER MEAT Go to mauinuivenison.com/GABBY to get 20% off your first orderConnect with Dr. Pedre:www.pedremd.comBooks: Happy GutGut Smart ProtocolInstagram: @drpedreConnect with Gabby @gabbyreece | LinktreeFor the full show notes visit gabriellereece.com/podcastThe Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's bonus episode, Elijah Allan-Blitz and I delve into the expansive realm of artificial intelligence and its multifaceted influence on our lives. We discuss the rapid growth of AI, its impact on our social skills and communication, the current applications of AI in healthcare, and AI mastering complex games through machine learning. Outside the human realm, we dive into the fascinating world of animal communication, where AI serves as a tool for decoding the languages of whales, baboons, and dolphins.Amidst the technological marvels, we reflect on the human experience, emphasizing the significance of cultivating communities and tribes. Drawing parallels to the human experience, we reflect on the interconnectedness of technology and our innate need for genuine connections.The episode concludes with a thoughtful exploration of staying present and in tune with ourselves amidst the ever-evolving landscape of AI and technology. Join us as we navigate the intersections of technology, humanity, and the future. Enjoy!More About Elijah Allan-Blitz:Elijah Allan-Blitz is an Emmy Award-winning director. He was the first VR director for Time magazine with an experience about the Holocaust created as a companion piece for the Ken Burns documentary, "Defying the Nazis: The Sharps’ War." He has since partnered with Van Jones to create the Messy Truth VR experience, a virtual reality series starring Marvel actors designed as a curriculum for empathy. Most recently, he directed the first AR short film for Disney+ called "Remembering." Elijah has also directed VR experiences for Aloe Blacc, PBS, Laird Hamilton, HBO, and Michael Pollan.Connect with Elijah @elijah_a.b | www.elijah-ab.comConnect with Gabby @gabbyreece | LinktreeFor the full show notes visit gabriellereece.com/podcastThe Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Jaiya, a sexologist and the creator of the five erotic blueprint types. If you're interested in taking the quiz before listening to this podcast, you can go to www.blueprintbreakthroughquiz.com. Jaiya and I talk about sex, taking ownership of who you are sexually not only to enjoy yourself but to be more fully who you are. I often find that sex is something we talk about as something separate or something we do behind closed doors or in the dark, instead of having a healthy and open conversation. Whether you are single, dating, or in a long relationship, this is an inspiring and eye-opening conversation.Jaiya and I are very different in so many ways, so we are able to cover a lot of ground in the ways that we approach sex and its role in our lives. With 30 years of experience, she has seen just about every dynamic there is. I also learned through this conversation that many of the ways we express ourselves sexually as adults are connected to our education or lack of education around sex, or trauma as children.Jaiya shares how she and her long-term partner Ian navigate their sex lives through the seasons of long relationships, creating a family, and making changes as individuals. Enjoy!TimeStamps [00:04:24] God and Sex [00:10:52] Sex and Erotic [00:12:57] Pleasure Finding vs. Seeking [00:17:25] The Blueprints [00:25:02] Rich Experience [00:44:58] Shape Shifter [00:48:20] Spiritual Act [00:53:06] True Intimacy [00:56:42] CPTSD [00:59:35] Kids and Sex [01:02:29] Sex Is A Part of Health [01:06:44] Night vs. Morning [01:07:07] Sensual Show [01:12:19] Life Is Not Sexy [01:13:06] Kink Game [01:23:22] Technology [01:28:04] Wooing Jaiya Sponsors:Oneskin.co - get 15% off OneSkin with the code GABBY at https://www.oneskin.co/  Vionicshoes.com and  use code GABBY at checkout for 15% off your entire orderRitual.com/GABBY - Ritual is offering my listeners 30% off during your first monthshopify.com/gabbyreece - sign up for a $1 per month trial periodHydrow.com and use code GABBY to save up to $500 off your Hydrow.Qualia MindConnect with Jaiya:Website:www.missjaiya.com Books: Your Blueprint For Pleasure Instagram: @missjaiya Connect with Gabby @gabbyreece | LinktreeFor the full show notes visit gabriellereece.com/podcastThe Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is physician and New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Michael Greger. Dr. Greger has written multiple books, such as "How Not to Die," "How Not to Diet," and now his latest book, "How Not to Age." In "How Not to Age," he will provide you with some of the best information for boosting your longevity.His realistic and approachable techniques to improve health, manage weight, and avoid chronic disease are tailored for the busy person simply trying to get it done and navigate a universe of information. Dr. Greger sticks to the science when presenting suggestions but shares it with deep passion, hoping that we all feel and be our best.Dr. Greger is clear about honoring people making their own choices, but he wants to make sure that we understand enough about health and nutrition to make the right choices for us. He shares a ton of simple takeaways, whether it's negative pre-calorie loading when we're eating or using exercise to get into autophagy versus fasting.This is a man on a mission, so much so that all the profits from his books and speaking engagements go to running nutritionfacts.org, where there are thousands of free videos filled with content to help share the best nutritional and lifestyle information possible. They present and create new content every day. Enjoy.TimeStamps [00:03:49] Information and Medicine [00:06:03] Nutrition Facts [00:07:03] Environmental Mismatch [00:18:25] Nutrition Nerd [00:28:03] Role in Longevity [00:32:03] Pathways of Aging [00:38:31] Mineral Sunscreen [00:43:38] Air Pollution [00:46:25] Modeling Good Behavior [00:56:59] Nicotine [00:58:42] Swan Study [01:01:16] Nutritional Facts [01:16:53] Lifestyle Medicine is Growing Sponsors:Quince.com/gabby to get free shipping and 365-day returnsVionicshoes.com and use code GABBY at checkout for 15% off your entire orderMaui Nui- Go to mauinuivenison.com/GABBY to get 20% off your first order.shopbeam.com/GABBY for up to 50% offConnect with Dr. Greger:Books:How Not to DieHow Not to DietHow Not to AgeWebsite:Www.nutritionfacts.orgInstagram:nutrition_facts_orgYouTube:Nutritionfacts.orgConnect with Gabby @gabbyreece | LinktreeFor the full show notes visit gabriellereece.com/podcastThe Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Layne Norton. Layne has his PhD in nutritional sciences and is an IPF world champion. As someone who has coached over 2,000 people in person and has an intense scientific approach, Layne shares why he thinks it is imperative not to separate our psychology from our physiology. We dive deep into the reasons that keep people from making changes in their lives, whether it's fitness, nutrition, or buying into building new habits.Layne's ability to focus on dealing with what is the most important issue at hand first before trying to navigate fine-tuning one's health can be the most impactful way to approach creating change. Believe it or not, this is a guy who's not afraid of 7-Eleven or a little ice cream. Whether you are a natural bodybuilder or someone simply trying to "fit it in," Layne Norton is an incredible resource for navigating our nutrition and exercise lives. He even created Carbon, an app that can support whatever your goals are, whether it is losing weight, adding muscle, maintaining, or changing your exercise and workout life altogether. Enjoy.Sidenote: If you want to get super sciency and geeky, I would encourage you to listen to Layne's podcast with Andrew Huberman and another with Dr. Peter Attia. Each show is over three hours long, and these gentlemen get very granular.TimeStamps [00:04:24] Layne’s Journey [00:16:35 Loosing Body Fat [00:17:40] Controlling Your Environment [00:28:43] Alligator [00:31:13] Body Builders [00:33:11] COVID [00:37:42] Calories [00:40:23] Steps [00:44:41] Ozempic [00:47:23] Calorie Restriction [00:54:44] Building Confidence [00:57:26] Protein [01:01:18] Snacks [01:20:04] Metabolism [01:25:58] Navy Seal [01:29:46] Mistakes [01:33:10] Low Quality Food [01:40:26] Microbiome [01:42:15] Lean Protein [01:49:09] Stressors [01:59:57] Changing Your Habits [02:03:53] Time Zones Show Sponsors:CozyEarth.com and use code GABBYREECE for up to 35% off site wide Vionicshoes.com and use code GABBY at checkout for 15% off your entire order Maui Nui- Go to mauinuivenison.com/GABBY to get 20% off your first order. OneSkin - Get 15% off OneSkin with the code code GABBY at https://www.oneskin.co/ Websites: www.joincarbon.com www.biolayne.com Books:Fat Loss Forever The Complete Reverse Dieting Guide (e-book)Connect with Gabby @gabbyreece | LinktreeFor the full show notes visit gabriellereece.com/podcastThe Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is the American Director, producer, and cinematographer Louie Schwartzberg. Louie is recognized as a pioneer in high-end time-lapse cinematography, and his latest film, Fantastic Fungi, displays the magic of Louie's work. We dive deep into Louie's passion for seeing the beauty and connecting with nature. He shares his positive experiences with psychedelics that have brought him closer to himself and the world around him.He has been shooting time-lapse flowers 24 hours a day for over 30 years, and now his work is being used in conjunction with treatments for trauma, along with guided, psychedelic journeys. He once said in a TED talk that "beauty and seduction are nature's tools for survival because we protect what we fall in love with." Enjoy!Sponsors:CozyEarth.com and use code GABBYREECE for up to 35% off site wideVionicshoes.com and use code GABBY at checkout for 15% off your entire ordershopbeam.com/GABBY and use code GABBY at checkout for 50% off for a limited timehoneylove.com/GABBY - to save 50% this month onlyConnect with Louie:Website: www.movingart.com Instagram: @louieschwartzberg Films: Fantastic Fungi 3D IMAX Mysteries of the Unseen World Wings of LifeConnect with Gabby @gabbyreece | LinktreeFor the full show notes visit gabriellereece.com/podcastThe Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is author and teacher of the method of self-inquiry known as THE WORK, Byron Katie. This is an interview I have wanted to do for several years because Katie is someone who has personally taught me and my family so much. I admit that trying to contain her and the work program into a linear conversation is pretty funny.Having a version of her own awakening close to 40 years ago, Katie shared that four questions kept coming to her:1. Is it true?2. Can you absolutely know it's true?3. How do you react? What happens when you believe that thought?4. Who would you be without that thought?I wouldn't even begin to try to simplify the profound impact that Katie's four questions have had on my own internal dialogue and the stories that I tell myself. She shares in her belief that our human suffering happens within the mind, and that her desire to help us be free from suffering is a big part of her mission. Being able to liberate ourselves from the memories of the past and the anxious anticipation of the future, even if just for moments, can have a profound impact on our lives and relationships. Enjoy.Sponsors:Vionicshoes.com and  use code GABBY at checkout for 15% off your entire orderRitual.com/GABBY - Ritual is offering my listeners 30% off during your first monthshopify.com/gabbyreece - sign up for a $1 per month trial periodBabbel.com/GABBY for 55% offQualia MindConnect with Byron Katie:Books:Loving What IsQuestion Your Thinking, Change The WorldA Thousand Names for JoyA Mind at Home with ItselfWebsite: www.thework.comInstagram: @byron.katieConnect with Gabby @gabbyreece | LinktreeFor the full show notes visit gabriellereece.com/podcastThe Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is author and performer Colin Campbell. In 2019, Colin and his family were driving near Joshua Tree when their vehicle was T-boned by a drunk and high driver. Colin and his wife were in the front seat, and their two teenage children were in the backseat. His 17-year-old daughter, Ruby, and 14-year-old son, Hart, were killed in the crash.From the excruciating grief and suffering, Colin wrote his latest book, "Finding The Words," and his one-man shitshow. He looks directly in the face of rage, grief, denial, and trying to live when living does not make sense. This book shines a bright light on all corners of what people may experience through deep grief. It is not only a way for people to feel understood or seen but for supporting friends and family to know how better to support the people grieving.Each situation is personal, and there is no perfect science, but Colin does a beautiful and thorough job addressing many of the scenarios people may encounter. He shares some of the things they did, like keeping a “hate us” journal and writing an email before you head back to work on some ground rules. Colin addresses dealing with “firsts” and holidays. He shares that you are never out of the woods but can find ways to keep living and maintaining relationships while still honoring those that you have lost.Colin speaks of his and Gail's journey of fostering and adopting children. His courage and humor are both inspiring and shocking. His work is stunning. The dedication and love he and Gail have for Ruby and Hart shine eternal.Sponsors:shopbeam.com/GABBY and use code CYBER for up to 50%CozyEarth.com and use code GABBYREECE for up to 35% off site wideVionicshoes.com and  use code GABBY at checkout for 15% off your entire orderMaui Nui- Go to mauinuivenison.com/GABBY to get 20% off your first orderConnect with Colin:Instagram: @colincampbellwriterWebsite: www.colincampbellauthor.comBook:Finding The WordsRuby and Hart Foundation: www.calfund.orgConnect with Gabby @gabbyreece | LinktreeFor the full show notes visit gabriellereece.com/podcastThe Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices