The mindbodygreen Podcast

Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! Maya Feller, R.D.: “There's so much space for slowing down and prioritizing rest without guilt and shame.” Maya, a registered dietitian and cookbook author, joins us to discuss all the diverse, nourishing dishes that come from across the globe, plus:- Maya’s background & nutrition career (~00:20)- Why our country is in a health crisis (~10:03)- Why aren’t we teaching kids about proper nutrition? (~13:42)- Why BMI is inherently flawed (~19:41)- Why so many people still eat so unhealthy (~22:14)- Why “adding” instead of “limiting” is a better way forward (~25:40)- The CGM shortage & why it’s a major problem (~28:59)- Where the wellness industry complex went wrong (~33:05)- How to cut through iffy nutrition trends (~36:14)- Processed foods versus ultra-processed foods (45:16)- Is it problematic that institutions fund nutrition studies? (50:09)- How to make wellness feel a lot less shame-y (~57:24) - Why traditional cooking methods are often healthier (~59:58)- Standout foods from around the world we should all be eating (~01:04:28)- Maya’s go-to recipe when she’s stretched for time (~01:08:07)- The link between flavor & health (~01:09:17)- Why we should welcome disagreement in the health space (~01:10:43)Referenced in the episode:- Maya's book, Eating From Our Roots. - mbg Podcast episode #232 and #162, with Maya.- Read the guidance on childhood obesity by the American Academy of Pediatrics. - mbg Podcast episode #445, with Scott Galloway.- A NY Times article discussing what makes content go viral.- News that the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics was receiving funding and investing in companies that create ultra-processed food.- Sign up for our health coaching program.- mbg Podcast episode #413, #362, and #222, with Jeff Bland, Ph.D.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! Robert Waldinger, M.D.: “People who are more concerned about others are happier.”Robert, a psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and Zen practitioner, joins us to discuss how to live a life full of purpose, happiness, and health, plus:- Robert’s professional background and research (~00:13)- What makes up a “good” life? (~01:15)- The longest study every done on adult life (~02:01)- What happiness looked like 80 years ago versus today (~03:21)- Why we’re more unhappy than ever (~06:27)- Why strong relationships are crucial for well-being (~07:39)- How happiness changes as you age (~10:03)- The biggest takeaways from the Harvard Study of Adult Development (~11:42)- How casual relationships impact your health (~12:54)- How technology & social media really affects happiness (~14:33)- Why wealth & fame makes some people happy but not others (~17:26)- A meditation practice for genuine happiness (~21:04)- Why loneliness is a huge health issue (~22:33)- How to make genuine connects with others (~23:33)- The role of purpose & community in happiness (~30:16)- The biggest happiness myths (~34:37)- Why not every friendship has to last (~37:02)- The keys to maintaining happiness from generation to generation (~39:21)- The future of happiness research (~43:11)- How to start a social fitness routine (~45:32)Referenced in the episode:- Robert's book, The Good Life.- The Harvard Study of Adult Development.- Watch Robert's TED Talk.- Huberman Lab Podcast episode on happiness.- A survey revealing 1 in 4 Gen Z-ers plan to become influencers.- Bowling Alone, by Robert Putnam.- Read more about Erik Erikson's theory of generativity.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode sponsored by NerdWallet, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! Elissa Epel, Ph.D.: “Ritual is the foundation of relaxation.”Elissa, an internationally renowned health psychologist and stress researcher, joins us to discuss science-backed, actionable tips to reduce your mental burden, plus:- Elissa’s background & work at UCSF (~00:31)- The link between telomeres & longevity (~02:27)- How to increase telomere length (~05:42)- The best type of exercise for longevity (~09:22)- How hot & cold therapy can ease anxiety (~11:16)- The best diet for longevity & mental health (~14:31)- The connection between resistance training & healthy aging (~19:23)- How sleep plays a role in telomere length (~23:03)- How to measure your telomeres (~25:45)- How telomere length gets passed down by generation (~29:44)- Why you become more emotionally resilient as you age (~35:01)- How to “think” yourself younger (~36:34)- Why you should reframe how you think about stress (~41:00)- How to let go of control & manage stress (~42:28)- How to increase your resilience muscles (~43:25)- How prioritizing your time can reduce stress (~52:45)- How rituals can help you relax (~55:39)- Elissa’s daily stress-busting routine (~01:01:14)- The future of longevity & the mind-body connection (~01:03:01)- One thing you can do today to better manage stress (~01:06:45)Referenced in the episode:- Elissa's book, The Stress Prescription. - Elissa's previous book, The Telomere Effect. - A study on aerobic exercise & reduced stress in caregivers.- A study on omega-3's & telomere length.- A study on body temperature & depression.- Research on sauna bathing health benefits.- Elissa's study on soda & telomeres.- A study on sleep & telomere length.- A study on passing on telomere length.- A study on mindfulness training & moms.- A study on self-silencing & mortality.- mbg Podcast episode #389, with Jennifer Heisz, Ph.D.- mbg Podcast episode #453, with Aric Prather, Ph.D.- Aric's book, The Sleep Prescription. - mbg Podcast episode #459, with Gabor Maté, M.D.- mbg Podcast episode #397, with Becca Levy, Ph.D.- mbg Podcast episodes #411, #293, and #29, with Mark Sisson.- Learn more about the John W. Brick Foundation.- Learn more about telomere testing.- Check out mbg's sleep support+.- Sign up for The Long Game.Take 20% off metabolism+ with code BOOST20. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Order a copy of my new book The Joy Of Well-Being at thejoyofwellbeing.com! Don Layman, Ph.D.: “All proteins aren't equal.”Don, a protein and amino acid requirements researcher, joins us to discuss how to determine your individual protein needs, plus:- Why protein is such an emotional topic (~02:00)- Why muscle mass is so critical as you age (~04:35)- How to know if you have healthy muscle mass (~07:32)- How much protein you need to build & maintain muscle mass (~09:37)- How the RDA for protein was actually established (~13:41)- How protein needs differ depending on height, weight & muscle mass (~21:02)- Why you should prioritize protein at breakfast (~24:58)- How to meet your protein goals while intermittent fasting (~29:00)- Is there such a thing as too much protein (~31:50)- Why not all protein is created equal (~35:45)- What to look for in a protein powder (~37:22)- When to consume protein after a workout (~42:24)- Can fake meat help you fill your protein gap? (~50:21)- How resistance exercise lowers your protein need (~52:36)- The role of mTOR and protein intake (~56:52)- What makes nutrition science so confusing (~01:02:56)- How to properly read a research study (~01:06:50)- Why saturated fat isn’t always bad. (~01:11:07)- How Don defines a healthy diet (~01:15:24)- How much protein kids actually need (~01:18:12)- How protein can help with weight management (~01:24:26)- How a healthy gut microbiome changes your protein needs (~01:25:08)Referenced in the episode:- Research that 1 out of 4 people will fall over age 65.- Don's study on redistributing protein.- Read our 2023 Wellness Trend on higher protein diets.- Check out Don's protein powder.- Check out Don's research publications.- Research from Ron Krauss on saturated fats.- Research on leucine & skeletal muscle.- Human weight loss study on protein & exercise. - A study on gut microbiome health & protein needs.- mbg Podcast episode #47, with Valter Longo, Ph.D.- Sign up for The Long Game. Take 20% off chocolate beauty & gut collagen+ with code CHOCOPOD Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tara Swart Bieber, M.D., Ph.D.: “Take small steps towards the things that you want.” Tara, a neuroscientist, former medical doctor, and bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to actually change your brain chemistry to achieve what you want this year, plus:- Tara’s background and professional work (~00:31)- How tara started writing about the law of attraction (~01:59)- The science of visualization & manifestation (~04:27)- A 4-step process to manifest your goals (~09:44)- Why an abundance mindset is critical for manifesting (~14:52)- Why you can’t manifest without taking action (~22:21)- How to know when to let go of a goal (~25:51)- How to strengthen your manifesting muscles (~27:47)- How to interact with the universe (~32:06)- How your relationships can help & harm your goals (~34:08)- How your hormones affect the law of attraction (~36:21)- Why you should manifest smaller goals this year (~38:45)- How purpose impacts your goals (~42:52)- How to know if you’re good at manifesting (~49:55)- How sleep posture affects your brain health (~51:41)- How to manifest a good night’s sleep (~53:18)- How to change your brain & reinvent your life (~56:59)Referenced in the episode:- Tara's book, The Source.- Check out Tara's wind down routine on mbg.- The best sleep position for brain health.- Tara's IG Reel on sleep posture.- Tara's podcast, Reinvent Yourself with Dr. Tara.- mbg Podcast episode #457, with Courtney Peterson, Ph.D.- Read more about the Tetris effect.- Check out the song Tara co-wrote, "Carry On."- Sign up for The Long Game. Take 20% off focus+ with code FOCUSPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vivian Chen, M.D.: “The body needs you to nourish it in order to detox effectively.”Vivian, an internal medicine physician, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why "detoxing" deserves a rebrand, little ways to detox every single day, plus:- Vivian’s professional background & journey to medicine (~00:17)- Biggest toxins to avoid at all costs (~09:21)- Easy tweaks to avoid toxins in your home (~10:32)- What detoxing actually means (~14:40)- How to support your natural detoxification processes every day (~19:18)- The role of mitochondrial health in detox (~23:03)- The best foods for mitochondrial health (~26:52)- How red light therapy can enhance your health (~29:13)- How to practice red light therapy at home (~34:24)- Cutting-edge science that will transform your health (~40:20)- How to practice hot and cold therapy without a sauna (~46:54)- How to make sure you sweat out heavy metals (~49:59)- How to know if your detox pathways are blocked (~55:26)Referenced in the episode:- Follow Vivian on Instagram.- Check out LUMEBOX.- Listen to Clean Beauty School.- Take Vivian's "Are your detox pathways blocked?" quiz.- A study on weight loss & increased levels of pesticides.- A study on red light therapy & skin aging.- A study on red light therapy & acne.- Read more about the benefits of red light therapy.- A study on saunas & brain health.- Shop mbg's daily detox+.- mbg Podcast episode #99, with Wim Hof.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode sponsored by Nerdwallet, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anastacia Marx de Salcedo: “Let exercise be thy medicine.”Anastacia, a nonfiction writer and author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how regular exercise has the ability to transform your health, even if you subscribe to a not-so-balanced eating plan. For the record, we still believe that health begins on one’s plate—but exercise may be way more important than we thought. In this episode, they cover:- Anastacia’s personal health journey (~00:58)- Anastacia’s personal nutrition philosophy (~06:14)- The military’s influence around food shelf-life (~08:43)- Why exercise is the ultimate elixir for health (~13:20)- The most reasonably healthy processed foods (~20:00)- Why nutrition science is not as concrete as we thought (~22:58)- Why we shouldn’t overlook exercise for overall well-being (~34:10)- How exercise benefits every function of the body (~39:02)- The ultimate exercise diet (~43:05)- What we can learn from studies on cats & bats (~45:25)- Why traditional doctors don’t talk enough about exercise & nutrition (~56:49)- How Anastacia ranks exercise, nutrition, and lifestyle habits (~01:04:08)- How Anastacia uses running as a tool for self-care (~01:09:30)- Anastacia’s biggest wellness pet peeve (~01:12:01)- How exercise has helped Anastacia’s MS journey (~01:14:09)- How to exercise your way out of a subpar diet (~01:16:54)- Sex differences on the impact of physical activity (~01:20:00) Referenced in the episode:- Anastacia's book, Eat Like a Pig, Run Like a Horse. - Anastacia's previous book, Combat-Ready Kitchen.- Check out Anastacia's website.- Read more about Ancel Keys & the link between diet & heart disease.- Glenn Gaesser's BMI study.- Learn more about The Jackson Laboratory.- A study on fitness level & COVID outcomes.- The Molecular Transducers of Physical Activity Consortium (MoTrPAC).- mbg Podcast episode #192 with Terry Wahls, M.D.- Sign up for The Long Game. Take 20% off our holiday collection with code HOLIDAY20. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryce Appelbaum, O.D., FCOVD: “Vision problems are brain problems.”Bryce, a board-certified optometrist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to actually strengthen and protect your vision (way beyond blue light blockers), plus:- Bryce’s background in vision therapy (~00:28)- How vision impacts physical performance (~04:54)- The difference between vision & eyesight (~07:06)- The link between vision health & ADHD diagnoses (~11:28)- Why you should engage in vision breaks (~17:22)- How to protect your vision during the workday (~20:59)- How to use lighting & posture to enhance your vision (~25:09)- How to implement the 20-20-20 rule into your every day (~29:13)- Sneaky signs you may have an eyesight issue (~35:44)- Why some people aren’t the best at eye contact (~40:58)- Vision exercises for reducing anxiety (~45:08)- How often you should perform vision exercises (~51:22)- The relationship between fitness, nutrition & vision health (~55:10)- How to activate your vestibular system & overcome motion sickness (~01:00:29)- How much natural light you need for optimal vision health (~01:03:41)- The role of vision therapy in concussion recovery (~01:06:53)- One thing you should do every day for better vision (~01:09:38)Referenced in the episode:- Check out Bryce's website.- Follow Bryce on Instagram.- A study on screen usage & reduced blink rate.- Check out Bryce's vision training program.- Check out Bryce's Concussion Clear program.- Visit VisionHelp, an advocacy group to raise awareness about treatable vision problems.- Shop mbg's eye health+.- Sign up for The Long Game. Take 20% off our holiday collection with code HOLIDAY20. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renowned psychologists and co-founders of the Gottman Institute, Julie Gottman, Ph.D. and John Gottman, Ph.D., discuss relationship challenges during the pandemic, the power of touch for well-being, the importance of compliments, meaningful conversations, and open-ended questions in relationships, as well as the impact of family trauma and the role of sex in a relationship.

Dan Buettner: “People who have at least 3 friends they can count on on a bad day live about 8 years longer than people who are completely isolated.”Dan, a longevity expert, National Geographic fellow, and founder of the Blue Zones, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss joy, social connection, and underrated longevity foods, plus:- Dan’s Blue Zones work in the past year (~00:47)- Dan’s journey to find “lost” foods (~02:46)- Why processed food is often cheaper to make (~06:02)- How individuals can help change the food system (~11:29)- The role of joy & social connection in longevity (~16:40)- The richest food cultures in America (~22:38)- Nutrient-dense “superfoods” for longevity (~27:58)- How much meat you should eat per week (~33:07)- Healthy foods that have been largely ignored in America (~37:30)- Why we should prioritize the alternative standard American diet (~40:31)Referenced in the episode:- Dan's newest book, The Blue Zones American Kitchen.- Dan's previous book, The Blue Zones Challenge.- Follow Dan on Instagram.- mbg Podcast episodes #356, #298, #157, and #33, with Dan.- mbg Podcast episode #365, with Mark Schatzker.- mbg Podcast episodes #411, #293, and #29, with Mark Sisson.- The Roseto study.- The Adventist health study.- Vital Farms eggs.- Sign up for The Long Game. Take 20% off our holiday collection with code HOLIDAY20. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices