Ben Bikman, Ph.D.: “The single greatest predictor of a good night of sleep is if I go to bed on an empty stomach.”Ben, a metabolic scientist with a doctorate in bioenergetics, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to eat, sleep, and exercise your way to a healthy metabolism, plus:- How to eat carbs without spiking your blood sugar (~09:19)- The best sources of plant-based protein (~14:21)- The worst seed oils for your health (18:45)- What Ben eats in a day for a healthy metabolism (~27:05)- How to guarantee a healthy diet for your kids (~30:22)- The best type of exercise for metabolic health  (~36:35)- The benefits of collagen supplements (~32:53)- How to avoid feeling anxious before bed (~45:49)Referenced in the episode:- Ben's book, Why We Get Sick. - Shop mbg beauty & gut collagen+.- Shop Ben's meal-replacement shake on getHLTH.- A study on splitting up aerobic and resistance exercise and overall health.- A study on social connections and longevity.- A study on collagen supplementation and strong nails.*We hope you enjoy this episode sponsored by Dame Products, 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.*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sasha Heinz, Ph.D.: “Any accomplishment requires a lot of uncomfortable action.” Sasha, a developmental psychologist who is an expert in behavioral change and positive psychology, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why we're over-complicating well-being, plus:- How to know when your positivity becomes a problem (~13:55)- How to reconnect with your inner child (~16:13)- Why pessimism is your friend (~18:21)- Why mindset hacks don’t always work (~21:48)- How to increase your mental fitness (~30:11)Referenced in the episode:- Check out Sasha's website.- mbg Podcast episode #388, with Arthur Brooks, Ph.D.- Check out Tim Ferriss' books.- Watch Dan Harris at mbg revitalize 2014.Take 25% off sleep support+ with code SLEEP25. 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

Megan Rossi, Ph.D., R.D.: “Nut butter is actually going to provide your body with a lot more energy compared to the whole version of that nut.” Megan, a gut health expert and leading research fellow at King's College London, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the gut-metabolism axis, plus:- Why we don’t give apples enough credit (~09:26)- The best nut butters for your metabolism (~11:54)- How grains can help with weight management (~19:21)- How dark chocolate can reduce wrinkles (~26:38)- Best sources of plant-based protein (~32:50)Referenced in the episode:- Megan's book, How To Eat More Plants. - Follow Megan on Instagram.- A study on full-fat yogurt and lower body weight.- A study on high-flavanol dark chocolate and wrinkles.- A study on plant-based diets and depression scores.We hope you enjoy this episode sponsored by Dame Products, 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

Austin Perlmutter, M.D.: “Is inflammation involved in our poor mental health epidemic today? I believe the answer is yes.” Austin, an integrative medicine doctor and New York Times bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the complicated link between depression and serotonin, plus:- How to treat depression beyond medication (~13:01)- How to prevent depression before it becomes a problem (~14:32)- How social media and the news can contribute to inflammation (~16:57)- How to identify inflammatory relationships (~28:27)- Top foods for brain health (~30:05)Referenced in the episode:- Austin's book, Brain Wash.- Visit Big Bold Health.- Study in Molecular Psychiatry on the role of serotonin in depression.- mbg article discussing this study.- Austin's Instagram video discussing the serotonin study.- A study on the Mediterranean diet and depression.- Shop Himalayan tartary buckwheat.Jason's homemade Perfect bar recipe:- 1 ½ cup Santa Cruz Organic Light, Crunchy Peanut Butter- ¼ cup Big Bold Health Himalayan tartary buckwheat- ¼ cup Sunfood Superfoods Raw Organic Milled Flaxseed- 2 tbsp Lakanto Monkfruit- 1 tbsp Wholesome Raw & Unfiltered Organic White Honey- 1 handful (or whatever feels good) of Hu Chocolate Gems.- Mix nut butter, flours, honey, and monkfruit in bowl.- Lay out batter in a glass pan over parchment paper, and even out with a roller.- Drop in as many gems as you like.- Put in freezer for 90 minutes, then put in the fridge and slice up into squares. We hope you enjoy this episode sponsored by Sonos, 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

Eileen Laird: “Affirmations can really backfire, because you can feed that inner critic. It depends on your personality."Eileen, an autoimmune warrior and author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to use mindset to physically heal, plus:- Helpful diets for those struggling with autoimmune conditions (~06:40)- Myths about the mind-body connection (~14:48)- How to overcome your brain's negativity bias (~35:39)- How gratitude can help reduce pain (~36:45)- How to question your thoughts & why you should (~37:47)Referenced in the episode:- Laird's book, Healing Mindset.- Learn more about the GAPS diet.- mbg Podcast episode #192, with Terry Wahls, M.D.- You Can Heal Your Life, by Louise Hay.- The Body Keeps The Score, by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.- Learn more about DNRS.- Learn more about the Gupta program.- mbg Podcast episode #28, with Byron Katie- Watch Byron Katie's videos.- Read Donna Jackson Nakazawa's work.- Check out mbg's invisible illness series.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

Bill Rawls, M.D.: “A lot of people think of herbs as weak versions of drugs, but it's like comparing apples and oranges. We can gain the benefits of both.” Bill, an herbal medicine expert and bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the must-have herbs for your overall health, plus:- How Bill overcame Lyme disease using herbs (~01:01)- How to use plant medicine in your everyday life (~10:07)- Why deforestation is bad for health care (~18:17)- The best herbs for your brain (~31:44)- How detoxifying herbs can help balance blood sugar (~35:43)Referenced in the episode:- Bills book, The Cellular Wellness Solution.- Follow Bill on Instagram.- A study showing around 70% of our pharmaceuticals came from plants.- A study on herbs & cancer prevention.We hope you enjoy this episode sponsored by Dame Products and Sonos, 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

Nathan & Susannah Furr: “Confidence means that you follow the true essence of who you are.” Bestselling authors Nathan and Susannah Furr join mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to embrace uncertainty the best you can, plus:- Why too much certainty can be unhealthy (~11:52)- How to overcome self-doubt (~25:11)- How grow your sense of confidence (~26:23)- How to avoid "premature certainty" (~35:47)- How to chase your dreams, even when it's scary (~43:37)Referenced in the episode:- Nathan & Susannah's book, The Upside of Uncertainty: A Guide to Finding Possibility in the Unknown. - Check out the World Uncertainty Index.- Hans Vaihinger's The Philosophy of 'As If'- "Wild Geese" by Mary Oliver.Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Enjoy this episode! 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

Ashley Jordan Ferira, Ph.D., RDN & Milene Brownlow, Ph.D.: “If you focus on your gut and your heart, your brain will thank you.”Ferira, mbg's vice president of scientific affairs, and Brownlow, a health scientist with a nutritional neuroscience focus, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to nourish your brain, plus:- Signs your brain is not as healthy as it could be (~11:40)- Dr. Ashley's brain food pyramid & how to eat to better your mind (~19:52)- How to leverage nootropics for more brainpower (~36:21)- How to get the benefits of coffee without the crash (~43:50)- The ancient berry Brownlow used to eat before exams (~45:00)Referenced in the episode:- Shop mbg nootropics.- Learn more about mbg's entire supplement portfolio.- mbg Podcast episode #404, with Maria Shriver & Patrick Schwarzenegger.- mbg Podcast episode #378 and #150, with Daniel Amen, M.D.- A 2013 study in the New England Journal Of Medicine on glucose levels and cognition. - Read mbg's robust sleep content.- mbg Podcast episode #279, with Deanna Minich, Ph.D.- mbg's nutrition research scientist, Emma Engler, M.S.- A study showing postmenopausal women who took resveratrol had increased cerebrovascular responsiveness (CVR) and cognition.*Take 25% off brain guard+ and focus+ with code BRAINPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Enjoy this episode! 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.*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kien Vuu, M.D.: "Hormone optimization is great for longevity.” Vuu, a performance and longevity doctor, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss underrated hacks for a longer life, plus:- How hormone therapy can help slow aging (~21:01)- The future of stem cell therapy & why it's such a hot topic (~25:01)- How to strategically stress your body (~30:03)- How to get the biggest bang for your buck with longevity (~33:16)- How building self-awareness can help you live longer (~34:15)Referenced in the episode:- Vuu's book, Thrive State: Your Blueprint for Optimal Health, Longevity, and Peak Performance. - Vuu's podcast, Thrive State.- Follow Vuu on Instagram.- Check out Dan Buettner's books on Blue Zones.- Mel Gibson and Joe Rogan's discussion on stem cell therapy.- The Telomere Effect, by Elizabeth Blackburn, Ph.D.- Man's Search For Meaning, by Viktor Frankl.Enjoy this episode sponsored by Dame Products! 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

Hitendra Wadhwa, Ph.D.: “If you try to be everything to everybody, you won’t be able to fully manifest your unique gifts.” Wadhwa, an entrepreneur and Columbia Business School professor, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to find purpose in your everyday life, plus:- The stages of finding your true purpose (~24:27)- Common pitfalls with cultivating purpose (~32:03)- The power of saying no (~34:55)- How to listen to your inner voice (~42:46)- Why you should get comfortable with pure silence (~45:03)Referenced in the episode:- Wadhwa's book, Inner Mastery, Outer Impact.- Man's Search For Meaning, by Viktor Frankl.- Learn more about Wadhwa's work.- Follow Wadhwa on Twitter.Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Enjoy this episode! 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