The mindbodygreen Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

“One of the hills I will die on: 1200 calories is not enough for you,” says Stephanie Estima, D.C. Stephanie, a chiropractor, best-selling author, and leading voice in women’s fitness joins us to discuss how women can gain strength and muscle at any age. Plus:  -How to eat for hormone balance (~01:22) -The three functions of muscle mass (~09:04) -Her thoughts on macros & how to create your goals (~12:57) -How nutrition plans should evolve as you age (~19:42) -Reframing the goal from skinny to strong (~25:40) -Strength training frequency, weight, & other FAQs (~29:45) -Compound vs. working sets (37:13) -The biggest cultural changes in the women’s fitness world (~42:40) -Her workout schedule (~46:08) -What women need to know about self-love & stress management (~51:40) Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com/coffee20 to get 20% off your first order of clean coffee+  Referenced in the episode:  -Connect with Stephanie online (drstephanieestima.com)  -Tune in to her podcast: Better! with Dr. Stephanie -Sign up for her newsletter (drstephanieestima.com/newsletter)  -Follow her on Instagram (dr.stephanie.estima)  -Her book, The Betty Body  -The J. Lo & Shakira Superbowl halftime show performance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pILCn6VO_RU) 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

“It's okay that sometimes you don't have the perfect night's sleep,” says Fiona Baker, Ph.D.  Fiona, a renowned sleep expert, joins us to discuss how to get the best sleep of your life and shares budget-friendly tips to add to your routine. Plus:  -How dreaming affects your mental health (~01:28) -Sleep differences between men and women (~08:56)  -How to stay asleep (~10:45) -Sleep rituals for better shut-eye (~15:54) -Sleep issues vs. true insomnia (~18:30) -Why good sleep starts in the morning (~21:50) -Teenagers & sleep (~27:00) -How many hours you should be sleeping (~29:12) -What you should know about water intake and sleep (~36:10) -The link between heart health & sleep (~41:15) -How sleep affects our mental health (~43:10) -Sleep and menopause (~45:07) -The wearables she recommends for sleep tracking(~49:52) Referenced in the episode:  -Connect with Fiona online (https://www.sri.com/people/fiona-c-baker/), on LinkedIn -(https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiona-baker-62753346/),  & on X (@FionaCBaker1).  -The study on dreams & mental health (https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-58170-z) -The study on sleep & menopause (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsmc.2018.04.011)  -The study on teenagers, screen time, & sleep (https://doi.org/10.1037/hea0001251)  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

“The more we talk about how we communicate, the easier the communication is,” says Charles Duhigg.  Charles, a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter and author joins us to discuss how to become a supercommunicator, plus:  -The 3 types of conversations we have (~04:20) -How to ask better, deeper questions (~08:30) -How to start conversations with strangers (~10:54) -Have younger generations lost the art of conversations? (~12:32) -How to communicate better with children (~18:11) -Why we should talk about communication more (~18:50) -How to be a better listener (~21:04) -How to be more persuasive (~22:28) -A simple tip to ease social anxiety (~26:09) -How to deliver bad news with grace (~29:02) -The connection between communication and longevity (~37:51) Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com/coffee20 to get 20% off your first order of clean coffee+. Referenced in this episode: -Pick up his new book: Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection -The Harvard Study of Adult Development -His newsletter, The Science of Better -Visit lumen.me/mindbodygreen to get 15% off your Lumen Metabolism Tracker. 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

Daniel Lieberman, M.D.: “We've gotten so good at the future that we've lost our ability to be happy and fulfilled in the present.” Daniel, a psychiatrist and bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to better manage your dopamine, plus: - The relationship between your conscious & unconscious mind (~01:36) - Why you can’t control your unconscious mind (~04:19) - How the research of unconsciousness has evolved (~06:26) - How to have a productive relationship between your conscious & unconscious mind (~08:30) - What fairy tales & myths can tell us about the unconscious mind (~10:55) - How to find the rationality in mysticism (~13:59) - How to interpret a tarot card reading (~16:33) - The power of gut feelings (~18:27) - The link between anxiety & unconsciousness (~20:49) - How dopamine affects your brain (~25:28) - Why we’re so terrible at managing dopamine (~27:47) - How instant vs. delayed gratification affects your dopamine circuits (~31:48) - How porn can be destructive (~34:12) - The keys for a long, successful relationship (~37:21) - The psychology of a midlife crisis (~42:10) - How to manage dopamine more productively (~45:35) - The difference between donating time and money (~47:49) - How to create a more meaningful life (~51:47) Referenced in the episode: - Daniel's newest book, Spellbound. - Daniel's previous bestseller, The Molecule Of More. - Research on how the unconscious mind processes information. - A study on volunteering time vs. money. - Thinking, Fast and Slow, by Daniel Kahneman.  Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. 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

Kat Toups, M.D.: “Retirement is actually considered a risk factor for dementia.”  Kat, a functional medicine psychiatrist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss her daily tips to prevent cognitive decline, plus: - Kat’s personal brain health journey (~00:15) - Why dementia is not a death sentence (~05:43) - Reasons why dementia happens (~08:37) - The link between oral health & Alzheimer’s (~14:03) - The optimal diet to prevent cognitive decline (~20:03) - Why the medical community has resisted lifestyle interventions (~25:23) - How to meditate & exercise to prevent dementia (~27:11) - How the amyloid hypothesis leads us astray (~34:27) - How dancing can reduce cognitive decline (~37:22 ) - How to train your brain & stay sharp as you age (~38:34) - Kat’s top daily tips to prevent cognitive decline (~39:44) - The link between hearing loss & dementia (~43:47) - How hormone therapy can enhance your brain health (~49:07) - How to detox your brain from heavy metals (~51:48) - How to test your toxins (~57:12) Referenced in the episode: - Find Kat's e-book on dementiademystified.com. - A study on oral health & dementia. - MyPerioPath. - Kat's dementia study in which 84% of patients got better. - mbg Podcast episode #440, with Dale Bredesen, M.D. - A study on going keto & mental health. - HeartMath. - A study on tango dancing & dementia. - Luminosity & BrainHQ. - Read the amyloid study & how it may be falsified. - A Stanford study on hormone therapy & dementia. - A study on saunas & brain health. Take 30% off all supplements and personal care products with code MBG30, and score a free vitamin C potency+ on orders over $150. 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

Dave Rabin, M.D., Ph.D.: “The science behind touch is unfortunately often neglected in modern society, especially the Western world.”  Dave, a board-certified psychiatrist and neuroscientist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the health benefits of touch, plus: - How chronic stress impacts your health (~00:50) - What causes someone to flourish or falter under stress (~03:46) - How to make sure kids have enough healthy stress (~08:29) - The difference between good & bad stress (~12:41) - How to become better at handling stress (~16:21) - The link between heart rate variability & stress (~23:35) - How to fall asleep even when you’re stressed (~30:07) - The science behind touch & mental health (~35:26) - The power of casual, everyday connections (~38:46) - How soothing touch can benefit your brain (~41:53) - How to use Apollo Neuro to ease your mind (~48:01) - The best wellness tracker for kids (~54:38) - The do’s & don’ts of using psychedelics for mental health (~57:21) Referenced in the episode: - Check out Apollo Neuro. - Visit Dave's website. - Check out Eric Kandel's research. - A study on PTSD treatment. - A study on Apollo and sleep. - A study showing Apollo can increase HRV and cognitive performance. - A study showing Apollo can provide an easier access to meditation.  - A study on depression and serotonin. We hope you enjoy this episode sponsored by Apollo Neuro, 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

Aric Prather, Ph.D.: “When people have extended periods of sleep loss, or even just one night, we see robust changes in their cognition.”  Aric, a licensed clinical psychologist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to have the best sleep of your life, plus: - How Aric uses cognitive behavioral therapy for poor sleep (~00:38) - How poor sleep affects your health (~02:06) - The power of natural light for your circadian rhythm (~06:30) - What Aric thinks about permanent daylight savings (~11:04) - How to optimize your circadian rhythm (~13:09) - How to know if you need a light box (~18:57) - How to prevent jet lag while traveling (~24:19) - The issue with melatonin supplements (~32:43) - How to set yourself up for a good night’s sleep (~35:05) - Aric’s sleep basics checklist (~37:32) - How to shut off your mind before bed (~41:30) - Why you should create a sleep sanctuary (~47:04) - How to fall back asleep after waking up in the middle of the night (~49:40) - How laying in bed can be productive (~56:08) - The biggest misconceptions about sleep (~58:00) - Exciting developments in the science of sleep (~1:00:38) - The benefits of sticking your head in the freezer (~1:04:07) Referenced in the episode: - Aric's book, The Sleep Prescription: Seven Days to Unlocking Your Best Rest. - A study on short sleep duration & dementia risk. - A study on the glymphatic system. - A study on meditation changing brainwaves. - A study on familial short sleepers. - mbg Podcast episodes #290, #204, and #90, with Drew Ramsey, M.D. 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

Michael Twyman, M.D.: “Walking at sunrise is one of the best things you can do.” Michael, a board-certified cardiologist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss his underrated tips to prevent heart disease, plus: - What tests you should ask for to assess cardiovascular health (~00:27) - How frequently you should get a calcium score (~03:49) - Annual labs you should get at the doctor (~05:09) - Successful lifestyle interventions to prevent heart disease (~10:14) - The link between sleep and cardiovascular health (~12:41) - What your resting heart rate can tell you about cardiovascular health (~14:38) - The best exercises to prevent heart disease (~19:11) - Michael’s diet philosophy for heart health (~25:31) - How to get enough protein on a plant-based diet (~29:07) - The importance of natural light for heart health (~31:54) - What to do if you have to wake up before sunrise (~35:27) - The best blue-blocking devices and softwares (~36:34) - What to do if you have to stare at a screen all day (~37:59) - Why we don’t talk enough about light in health conversations (~40:47) - The benefits of red light therapy (~43:53) - Why you shouldn’t always wear sunglasses (~46:53) - How much sun is too much (~49:28) - How to tell if your mitochondria are healthy (52:49) Referenced in the episode: - Check out Michael's website. - Apollo Neuro. - HeartMath. - Boston Heart cholesterol balance test. - f.lux and Iris Tech. - Check out Doug Wallace's research. Take 25% off our nootropics with code BRAINCODE. 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

Chris Palmer, M.D.: “More people are unable to go to work or school because of a mental disorder than any other medical condition.” Chris, a Harvard psychiatrist and researcher, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the metabolic approach to mental health, plus: - The revolutionary breakthrough in brain health (~00:45) - How to get to the root of mental illness (~02:06) - What causes various mental health issues (~06:04) - How to know if medication or talk therapy will work for you (~10:59) - The connection between metabolism & mental health (~16:36) - How to enhance your mitochondrial health (~24:41) - How to know if your mitochondria are functioning properly (~28:08) - How to know if your mental health issue comes from poor metabolism (~31:44) - How going keto can support mental health (~36:49) - How to start a fasting mimicking diet for brain health (~42:15) - The ultimate food list for metabolic & mental health (~48:33) - The foods you should avoid to reduce anxiety (~51:21) - How much exercise you need if you’re concerned about mental health (~54:42) - Why Chris believes we can heal mental illness (~1:00:14) Referenced in the episode: - Chris's book, Brain Energy. - Check out Chris's website.  - A study on treatment-resistant depression. - A study showing 88% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy. - A study showing how metformin and exercise therapies can affect each other. 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

Cassie Holmes, Ph.D.: “It’s not about how much time you have. It's really how you spend that time.” Cassie, a social psychologist and award-winning happiness researcher, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to better manage your time, plus: - The relationship between time & happiness (~01:09) - How to find your sweet spot with quality time (~08:54)  - How to reframe unenjoyable parts of your day (~15:22) - How exercise makes you happier (~22:05) - When exercise can start to have diminishing returns on mood (~26:31) - How helping others makes you feel like you have more time (~30:23) - How to make the most out of ordinary experiences (~31:16) - How to stop waiting for weekends (~38:48) - How distractions derail your happiness (~42:40) - Why more time isn’t necessarily better (~45:23) - How to make mundane events feel extraordinary (~49:10) - How to identify your purpose (~55:24) Referenced in the episode: - Cassie's book, Happier Hour. - Find Cassie's time tracking worksheet. - Katy Milkman, Ph.D.'s research on bundling. - A study showing those spending time outside felt happier. - A study showing helping another person makes feel like you have more time. - A study showing we are distracted about 50% of the time. - A study showing having phones on the table leads to unhappiness. - Cassie's research on happiness from extraordinary vs. ordinary experiences. 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