

The mindbodygreen Podcast
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The mindbodygreen podcast explores the infinite possibilities of health & well-being. Hosted by founder and co-CEO Jason Wachob, each episode features a thought-provoking interview with a leader in the health space. Whether you’re thinking about changing what’s on your plate, how you move, or how you think, these conversations are sure to offer solutions in whole-body health.
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Jan 7, 2022 • 50min
365: Brain-fooling foods & how to control your cravings | Award-winning food writer Mark Schatzker
Mark Schatzker: “A relationship amplifies the meal. It's always nice to eat food with someone else.”Schatzker, an award-winning food writer and bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss which foods are "fooling" your brain, plus:- How to hack your brain with food (~06:10)- The link between dopamine & weight gain (~17:23)- Why ultra-processed foods are not the answer (~25:05)- How to mindfully overcome food cravings (~40:38)- How enjoying your food can make you healthier (~43:29)Referenced in the episode:- Schatzker's book, The End Of Craving.- Schatzker's previous book, The Dorito Effect.- Gary Taubes' piece, "What if It's All Been a Big Fat Lie?"- mbg Podcast episode #272, with Taubes.- A study from Dartmouth College showing brain scans can predict weight gain & sexual behavior.- Read more about Anja Hilbert, Ph.D., and her approach to hedonic therapy.- Research from Kevin Hall, Ph.D., about "Biggest Loser" contestants & weight loss.- Read more about the expensive tissue hypothesis.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

Jan 5, 2022 • 41min
364: Sneaky gut offenders & how to support a healthy weight | Vincent Pedre, M.D.
Vincent Pedre, M.D.: "You’ve got to change the mind to change the body.”Pedre, a board-certified internist and gut health expert, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to support a healthy weight, plus:- What we're still getting wrong about weight loss (~00:21)- How to avoid endotoxins & how to know if you have endotoxemia (~06:56)- Which healthy foods can secretly cause gut issues (~15:06)- The best breakfasts for healthy weight support (~24:13)- Why mindset is the most important part of weight management (~33:28)Referenced in the episode:- mbg Podcast episode #52, with Pedre.- Speciality labs for endotoxins: Cyrex & Vibrant America- Pedre's The Lectin Paradox.- Read more about Alessio Fasano, M.D.'s autoimmunity factors.- Wheat zoomer and corn zoomer from Vibrant America- Pedre's Happy Gut Reboot Cleanse.- Nature M.D.'s NutriProtein.- Happy Gut Essentials Nourish protein powder.- Simple Kneads pumpernickel bread.- Meredith's Breads.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

Dec 31, 2021 • 40min
363: How to look & feel 15 years younger | Longevity expert David Sinclair, Ph.D.
David Sinclair, Ph.D.: “I’ve been getting younger for the past decade, and the biggest impact has been the change in my eating habits.”Sinclair, a longevity expert and Harvard geneticist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss our 2022 Wellness Trend of making longevity easier and more accessible, plus:- Why avocados are a top longevity food (~27:59)- The power of rest for living longer (~14:35)- How the science of longevity has updated in the past year (~02:36)- How to make sure your body absorbs resveratrol (~07:39)- How to practice hot-cold therapy at home (~15:52)Referenced in the episode:- Read our 2022 Wellness Trend on the pursuit of longevity for all.- Read all of our 2022 Wellness Trends.- mbg Podcast episode #217 & #170, with Sinclair.- Sinclair's book, Lifespan. - The Sinclair Lab.- A study showing alpha-ketoglutarate-based supplement reversed biological age by an average of eight years.- mbg Podcast episode #275, with Serena Poon.- mbg Podcast episode #47, with Valter Longer, Ph.D.Enjoy this episode sponsored by sonos! 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

Dec 29, 2021 • 38min
362: Immune resilience, COVID & climate change | Jeff Bland, Ph.D., the father of functional medicine
Jeff Bland, Ph.D.: “The planet has an immune system, we have immune systems, and they're intercommunicating.” Bland, the father of functional medicine and founder of Big Bold Health, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss our 2022 Wellness Trend of how doctors are taking charge in the environmental movement, plus:- How to strengthen the planet’s immune system (~05:56)- The connection between COVID & climate change (~08:37)- Why our climate crisis is now a health crisis (~12:11)- How environmental action shows up in doctors' offices (~17:39)- Why fake meat is a stepping stone, not the end goal (~21:55)Referenced in the episode:- Read our 2022 Wellness Trend on how doctors are treating the planet.- Read all of our 2022 Wellness Trends.- mbg Podcast episode #222, with Bland.- Candace Pert, Ph.D.'s book, Molecules Of Emotion.- Read about Hans Selye's code of altruistic egoism.- Big Bold Health.- Big Bold Health's recipe page.- Bland's podcast, Big Bold Immunity.Enjoy this episode sponsored by sonos! 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

Dec 22, 2021 • 48min
361: Everything you need to know about omega-3 fatty acids | Ashley Jordan Ferira, Ph.D., RDN
Ashley Jordan Ferira, Ph.D., RDN: "I don't like to say EPA is for the heart and DHA is for the brain. EPA and DHA are pleiotropic, multitasking, awesome fats and they're both important to have together.*"Ferira, mbg's Director of Scientific Affairs, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the new generation of fish oil supplements, plus:- The "fishiest" myths about fish oil supplements (~15:56)- The best ratio of EPA to DHA for optimal health* (~15:40)- How to make sure your fish oil doesn't taste like fish (~26:33)- How to tell if your omega-3 supplement has gone rancid (~27:23)- How to know if your fish oil is working (~37:37)Referenced in the episode:- Research showing 90% of Americans are falling short on omega-3 intake.- The FDA's new qualified health claims for EPA and DHA for coronary heart disease.*- A study in the journal Lipids showing Americans consume 86 mg of EPA + DHA per day.- Our 2022 Wellness Trend featuring new school vitamins.- mbg Podcast episode #355, with Ferira on multivitamins.Don't forget to use the code OMEGAPOD to get 25% off your first order of our omega-3 potency+ supplement. It delivers 1.5 grams of 100% sustainably sourced marine omega-3s EPA + DHA in just 2 gelcaps, without the fishy aftertaste. To learn more, visit mindbodygreen.com/omega.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. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 17, 2021 • 38min
360: Sneaky energy drainers, sleep hacks & how to exercise for your body type | board-certified sleep specialist Michael J. Breus, Ph.D.
Michael J. Breus. Ph.D.: “Within 30 minutes of waking up, if you can go outside and get 15 minutes of sun, you are doing yourself a huge favor.”Breus, a clinical psychologist and board-certified sleep specialist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why we're all so drained and how to supercharge your energy, plus:- Why being "too exhausted" can actually make your sleep suffer (~07:54)- How to know if your energy is in a good place (~08:57)- The best exercises for your body type & energy levels (~16:52)- How to keep your circadian rhythm in check when it's dark & cold outside (~24:26)- Why you should laugh at least once a day (~27:54)Referenced in the episode:- Breus' book, Energize!: Go from Dragging Ass to Kicking It in 30 Days- mbg Podcast episode #273, with Breus.- Breus' previous book, The Power Of When.- Chronotype quiz.- An mbg article explaining the link between vitmain D & COVID outcomes.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

Dec 15, 2021 • 49min
359: T-cells, medicinal mushrooms & how to tell if your immune system is weak | Immunologist Heather Moday, M.D.
Heather Moday, M.D.: “If you focus on one thing [for your gut and immunity], I would say focus on fiber.”Moday, an allergist and immunologist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to tell if your immune system is healthy, plus:- How to identify your immunotype (~05:44)- How T-cells protect your immune system (~22:00)- Must-have foods to strengthen immunity (~30:33)- What we can do about antibiotic resistance (~33:48)- The best medicinal mushrooms to have on-hand (~38:26)Referenced in the episode:- Moday's book, The Immunotype Breakthrough. - mbg Podcast episode #144, with Moday- mbg Podcast episode #297, with William Li, M.D.- An Israeli study on COVID and natural immunity.- T-Detect, a T-cell test.- An mbg article on vitamin D levels and COVID outcomes.Don't forget to use the code SLEEP25 for 25% off your first month subscription of mbg's best-selling sleep support+ supplement. To learn more, visit mindbodygreen.com/SLEEP25.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

Dec 10, 2021 • 33min
358: The best & worst sounds for your health | Neurologist Ilene Ruhoy, M.D., Ph.D.
Ilene Ruhoy, M.D., Ph.D.: “Our world is too noisy—most of us don't even know what true silence sounds like.”Ruhoy, a board-certified integrative neurologist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss our 2022 Wellness Trend of the science of psychoacoustics, plus: - How to avoid irritating sounds (03:42)- How to tap into the healing power of music (06:57)- A go-to playlist for better brain health (08:07)- The best music to induce calming theta brain waves (09:17)- How binaural beats can impact memory & focus (16:47)Referenced in the episode:- Read our 2022 Wellness Trend on the science of sound.- Read all of our 2022 Wellness Trends.- mbg Podcast episode #152, with Ruhoy.- Ruhoy's favorite singers for inducing meditative waveforms: Jewel, Alison Krauss, Enya, Sade, Norah Jones, Roberta Flack, Karen Carpenter, & Olivia-Newton John. - Ruhoy's favorite meditation for sleep playlist.- A study showing certain rhythmic sounds can increase theta waves.Enjoy this episode sponsored by Sonos! 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

Dec 8, 2021 • 42min
357: Skin care pet peeves, the microbiome & hacks for hair growth | triple board-certified dermatologist Mamina Turegano, M.D., FAAD
Mamina Turegano, M.D., FAAD: “If your internal health is good, your skin is going to be good.” Turegano, a triple board-certified and integrative dermatologist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss our 2022 Wellness Trend of using bodywork to help your skin, plus:- The new science of the skin microbiome (00:51)- The best natural hair growth hacks that really work (13:49)- How to target facial asymmetry & uneven aging (20:37)- Her biggest skin care pet peeves (27:58)- The best & worst foods for your skin (34:07)Referenced in the episode:- Read our Wellness Trend on bodywork & healthy aging.- Read our Wellness Trend on the full-body biome.- Read all of our 2022 Wellness Trends.- Clean Beauty School episode #34, with Turegano.- Follow Turegano on Instagram and TikTok.- A study on the prevalence of H. Pylori and acne.- mbg's postbiotic hand cream.- A study on pumpkin seed oil and hair growth.- A study on rosemary oil and hair growth.- A study on jaw asymmetry and posture.- Turegano's brand recommendations: La Roche-Posay, Avéne, Vichy, and Terasana.- Go Raw pumpkin seeds.Enjoy this episode sponsored by SONOS! 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

Dec 3, 2021 • 38min
356: Non-negotiables for longevity | Dan Buettner
Dan Buettner: “20% of how long we live is dictated by our genes. The other 80% is lifestyle or environment.” Buettner, a longevity expert and founder of Blue Zones, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss his underrated tips for living a longer life, plus:- How prayer can actually help you live longer & healthier (14:31)- How your friendships add years to your life (19:15)- Why sourdough is a true longevity food (21:21)- The best type of coffee for longevity (23:13)- How to gamify healthy eating (25:30)Referenced in the episode:- Buettner's book, The Blue Zones Challenge. - mbg Podcast episode #298, #157 & #34, with Buettner.- Danish twin study on longevity.- Research by Walter Willett, M.D., associating a plant-based diet with living longer.- Buettner's previous book, The Blue Zones Kitchen. - Follow Buettner on Instagram.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