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Today’s guest is Dr. Steven Gundry, the New York Times bestselling author of several books and the Director of the International Heart and Lung Institute in Palm Springs, California. He’s also the Founder and Director of the Center for Restorative Medicine. The book we discuss today is The Gut-Brain Paradox: Improve Your Mood, Clear Brain Fog, and Reverse Disease by Healing Your Microbiome. In this conversation, Dr. Gundry discusses the profound connection between the gut and the brain, emphasizing how gut bacteria influence our thoughts, feelings, and overall health. He shares the importance of the microbiome and explains how leaky gut can lead to numerous mental and physical health conditions. He shares practical advice on how we can improve gut health through diet and lifestyle changes. He also delves into dietary recommendations, emphasizing the importance of personalized nutrition and the role of specific foods in managing inflammation and autoimmune responses. There are so many rich takeaways in this interview.Resource: Gundrymd.com As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential. Check out choosemuse.com and use code untangle15 for your discount.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our encore episode guest today is Leah Weiss. Leah Weiss is a Ph.D., MSW, researcher, lecturer, consultant, and author of the book, How We Work: Live Your Purpose, Reclaim Your Sanity, and Embrace the Daily Grind. Leah is also the co-founder of a company focused on workplace health called Skylyte. She’s best known for her teaching at Stanford's Graduate School of Business and her groundbreaking work with Stanford's Compassion Cultivation Program (conceived by the Dalai Lama). She’s an expert in workplace anxiety, burnout, resilience and offers a multitude of ways to support our mental health. Leah shares several practical tools for finding our purpose AND aligning our goals and values so that we can live our best life.As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential. Check out choosemuse.com and use code untangle15 for  your discount.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Molly Maloof, a pioneer in women’s health and author of "The Spark Factor," shares her groundbreaking insights on supercharging energy and resilience. She delves into the human energy crisis, highlighting the crucial role of mitochondrial health and gut wellness. Discussing biohacking strategies and personalized nutrition, she empowers listeners to take charge of their health. The importance of mindfulness, relationships, and proactive measures is emphasized, offering a fresh perspective on optimizing well-being in today's world.

Today's guest is Dr. Drew Ramsey, a Psychiatrist and expert in nutrition and mental health. He’s also the author of the book, Healing the Modern Brain: Nine Tenets to Build Mental Fitness and Revitalize Your Mind. In this interview, Drew discusses the importance of mental fitness— and shares why our mental health is such a crucial part of our overall health. He delves into the connection between self awareness and mental fitness, as well as the powerful impact that lifestyle changes can have, including those related to nutrition, sleep, movement and our connection to others. He believes, as do many of our guests, that personalized nutrition is essential for addressing individual needs and body types. There’s a lot more here…from neuroplasticity to the gut microbiome and its’ impact on brain health to managing inflammation. I think you’ll get a lot from his wisdom. As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential. Check out choosemuse.com and use code untangle15 for your discount. We’re here, just like you…to learn, grow, share and connect. We hope you enjoy this episode.Chapters00:00Introduction to Mental Fitness02:59Understanding Mental Health and Unhealth05:58The Role of Medication vs. Lifestyle Changes09:08The Nine Tenets of Mental Fitness11:59The Importance of Nutrition in Mental Health15:00Self-Awareness and Its Role in Mental Fitness18:04Exploring the Mediterranean Diet and Its Benefits32:45Understanding Alcohol Consumption and Mental Health35:56The Importance of Personalized Nutrition39:05Movement: A Key to Mental Fitness43:23The Role of Sleep in Mental Health46:34Connection in a Hyper-Connected World51:21Finding Purpose and Meaning in Life55:50Drew's Personal Routine for Mental Fitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Very excited to encore one of our listeners favorite episodes. This one is hosted by Muse cofounder, Ariel Garten. She asks…Could “energy healing” be real? Do phenomena like manifestation really work? If it does, could we possibly understand how? Her guest, Dr. Shamini Jain, is a scientist, and clinician at UCSD, and shares her amazing studies of the biofield, and the evidence she and other colleagues have that demonstrates that this might all be more real than we thought. As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential. Check out choosemuse.com and use code untangle15 for your discount.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 In this conversation, Tim Spector, Doctor, Professor and Author, discusses his journey into nutrition, sparked by his own personal health scare. He emphasizes the importance of gut microbes and the essential need for personalized nutrition. We’re all different…so one size does not fit all. He discusses the role of sugar, fats, and alcohol in our diets, and his belief on the limited effectiveness of supplements when compared to whole foods. His cookbook is called Food for Life which he created with his science and nutrition company, Zoe. In this discussion he shares the six principles he believes are most important for us to understand…beginning with the need to eat at least 30 plants a week. There’s lot’s in here. The role of fermented foods. The need to focus on food quality over calories and the critical importance of looking at food as medicine A very rich conversation on the impact of nutrition on our overall health and wellbeing.As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential. Check us out at choosemuse.com and use code Untangle15 for your discount.We’re here, just like you…to learn, grow, share and connect. We hope you enjoy this episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s encore episode is with the always popular Dr. Rick Hanson — a Psychologist and NY Times Best Selling author of several books, including the book we discuss in this interview “Hardwiring Happiness: The New Brain Science of Contentment, Calm, and Confidence." He shares how we can hardwire our brains for happiness using practices that help us cultivate and experience the good in our lives while reducing our natural negativity biases. He shares why is it easier to ruminate over hurt feelings, negative feelings rather than to bask in the warmth of being appreciated or positive feelings. The negative stuff is like velcro…it sticks to us. But it doesn’t have to. He says we can build our inner strengths and capacity to override the brains habit of defaulting to pessimism. He suggests a simple method that uses the hidden power of everyday experiences to build new neural structures full of happiness, love, confidence, and peace. As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential AND Meditation Studio the five star app. Unlock 30 days of Meditation Studio for free at choosemuse.com/meditationstudio.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Helen Fisher, a renowned anthropologist and Chief Science Advisor at Match.com, dives into the neuroscience of love and relationships. She explores if true love is real and why it requires effort to maintain. The conversation touches on how the pandemic has shifted dating dynamics, leading to deeper connections and a greater focus on family stability. Dr. Fisher shares insights on the science behind attraction, the evolution of modern dating, and the complexities of romantic partnerships, emphasizing emotional intelligence and the neurobiological aspects of love.

Dr. James Cordova, a Professor of Psychology and author, shares his insights on maintaining intimacy in relationships. He discusses the importance of emotional skillfulness, regular check-ups, and vulnerability for deeper connections. The conversation explores how attachment styles shape interactions and the need for balance between positive and negative experiences. Cordova emphasizes humility and effective communication to navigate conflicts, advocating for viewing relationships as vital to overall well-being, much like physical health.

Suzann Pileggi, co-author of "Happy Together," dives into the science of positive psychology to help couples build lasting love. She highlights the essential skills for nurturing relationships, such as self-awareness and active listening. The discussion uncovers how personal happiness directly impacts romantic bonds and emphasizes teamwork and appreciation of each partner's strengths. Suzann also explores the role of authenticity and mindfulness in fostering genuine connections while redefining joy within partnerships for sustainable growth.