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Sleep Apnea: Why CPAP Isn't Fixing the Real Problem (This Does!)
2 november 2026 · 26 min
What if you're sleeping eight hours a night but your body is struggling to breathe the entire time? Sleep apnea can disrupt your breathing dozens of times an hour without you ever realizing it, putting your heart, brain, and metabolic health at risk. In this episode, I break down the warning signs most people miss, why sleep apnea often goes undiagnosed, and what you can do to address it. Lees meer
Here's what I discuss in today's episode:
Why you can sleep eight hours and still wake up exhausted
The surprising signs of sleep apnea that have nothing to do with snoring
How disrupted breathing at night can affect your heart, brain, and metabolic health
Why even thin, healthy, and physically fit people can develop sleep apnea
Whether CPAP is your only option and what else may help improve your breathing at night
How to know if you should get tested for sleep apnea
Sleep apnea isn't just about snoring or feeling tired. Left untreated, it can have serious consequences for your long-term health. The good news is that there are effective treatments, and understanding what's driving your sleep apnea can help you address the problem from multiple angles. If you're constantly waking up tired, don't ignore it. Your body may be trying to tell you something.
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0:00 Sleep Apnea Basics and Warning Signs
4:30 Why Sleep Apnea Strains the Body
8:52 Hidden Drivers Behind Airway Collapse
12:42 Testing, CPAP, and Treatment Options
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Why Midlife Could Be Your Most Powerful Chapter Yet | Mel Robbins
28 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 28 min
Most of us have been there. I know I have. You want to make a change, but somehow it keeps getting pushed to tomorrow. Why does getting started so often feel like the hardest part? Lees meer
Today, I’m joined by Mel Robbins, bestselling author of The Let Them Theory and host of The Mel Robbins Podcast. We talk about what helps us follow through, how our surroundings shape our habits, and how to support the people we love without trying to control their choices.
Here’s what we get into:
How to catch yourself before you talk yourself out of taking action
Why healthy choices don’t have to depend on feeling motivated
How to stop letting other people’s reactions and opinions consume your energy
What you can try when someone you love resists your efforts to help
Ways to build a clearer picture of what you want your life to look like as you get older
I know firsthand how hard it can be to start again. During my recovery from back surgery, even the smallest movements took effort. Having something I wanted to get back to helped me keep going. Being able to play with my grandson gives me a reason to keep building strength today. Whatever your reason is, it deserves a place in the everyday decisions you make about your health.
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Normal Blood Sugar But Still Insulin Resistant? Here's Why
26 oktober 2026 · 47 min
Your doctor says your blood sugar is normal, so you assume everything is fine. But what if your body is already showing signs of insulin resistance and your routine blood tests aren't catching it? Today, I break down what your blood sugar numbers actually reveal, the critical markers most doctors aren't testing, and how to spot metabolic dysfunction before it develops into something more serious. Lees meer
Here's what we discuss in today's episode:
Why normal blood sugar doesn't necessarily mean you're metabolically healthy
The overlooked blood test that may reveal insulin resistance years before your glucose rises
What your fasting glucose, insulin, and A1c numbers actually mean and what to look for
How sleep, stress, meal timing, and even the order you eat your food can affect blood sugar
The surprising signs of insulin resistance, even in people who appear thin and healthy
Simple changes you can make today to improve your metabolic health
Insulin resistance can develop silently for years before showing up on a standard blood test. The sooner you understand what's happening in your body, the sooner you can take action. And the good news is that many of the most powerful ways to improve your metabolic health start with simple, everyday habits.
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0:00 Blood Sugar and Insulin Resistance
3:09 How Glucose and Insulin Work
8:13 Why Normal Glucose Can Mislead
19:24 Meals, Spikes, and Metabolism
29:03 Skinny Fat and Hidden Risk
38:14 Rapid Fire Blood Sugar Questions
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The New Science of Brain Aging: What 200,000 scans reveal | Paul Thompson, PhD
21 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 26 min
How well is your brain aging? Your birthday tells you one thing, but your brain may tell a different story. Lees meer
Today, I’m talking with neuroscientist Paul Thompson, PhD, whose work with the global ENIGMA Consortium is revealing how brain health connects to what’s happening throughout your body. We get into what brain scans can tell us and why those findings matter to you.
We discuss:
What your “brain age” means and how it can differ from your actual age
Why your metabolic health deserves attention when you’re struggling with mood or memory
How sleep and nutrition support your brain’s ability to function and recover
What having an Alzheimer’s risk gene does, and doesn’t, tell you about your future
How brain scans, blood tests, and AI could help identify the right treatment for you
It’s so exciting to see researchers like Paul looking across thousands of brain scans and uncovering connections between the health of the body and the brain. For me, it opens up a bigger conversation about how we care for ourselves and how our everyday habits can help protect our memory and support our mood as we age.
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Do NOT Rely on Mammograms Alone — A Breast Cancer Survivor Doctor Explains What to Do Instead
19 oktober 2026 · 39 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Boham, Medical Director of the UltraWellness Center, to explore why breast cancer develops, the hidden factors that may influence your risk, and what you can do to be proactive about prevention—not just early detection. Lees meer
Here's what we discuss in today's episode:
Why breast cancer is increasingly being diagnosed in younger women
The overlooked factors that may influence breast cancer risk beyond genetics and family history
How your gut health, hormones, and environmental exposures may be connected to breast cancer
What women should know about hormone replacement therapy and breast cancer risk
The screenings, tests, and everyday habits that can help you take a more proactive approach to breast health
While we can't prevent every case of breast cancer, there are meaningful steps we can take to influence our health. Understanding your individual risk and addressing the factors within your control can help you make more informed decisions about prevention and long-term wellness.
Resources Mentioned
Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool (National Cancer Institute)
Dr. Boham's book, Breast Wellness: Tools to Prevent and Heal from Breast Cancer
Visit Dr. Boham's website and access her free guide, 15 Tips to Decrease Your Risk of Breast Cancer: DrBoham.com
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Dr. Elizabeth Boham, MD, FMCP-M, MS, RD, and licensed nutritionist Carly Leusner, MS, CNS, LDN, will explore how inflammation, insulin resistance, gut and immune health, environmental exposures, and other factors may influence cancer risk.
They'll also share personalized nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support prevention, treatment, and recovery. This complimentary event includes a free guide to lowering cancer risk for every attendee. Register for the Free Webinar.Work with the UltraWellness Center
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How Do I Know If I Actually Need a Detox? The Signs Your Body Is Telling You
16 oktober 2026 · 39 min
What if the fatigue, brain fog, bloating, and cravings you've accepted as normal are actually signs that something you're eating isn't working for your body? You may not realize how much your food is affecting you until you change it. In this episode, I break down why I created the 10-Day Detox, what happens inside your body when you remove common dietary triggers, and how just 10 days can reveal important clues about your health. Lees meer
Here's what we discuss in today's episode:
Why you might feel tired, bloated, or foggy even when you think you're eating healthy
The surprising changes that can happen inside your body in just 10 days
Why the first few days of a dietary reset can be the hardest—and what happens next
The common foods that may be quietly contributing to inflammation, cravings, and metabolic dysfunction
What to eat during the 10-Day Detox and how to reintroduce foods afterward to identify your personal triggers
The goal isn't another restrictive diet or a quick fix for weight loss. It's to understand how food affects your body. When you start connecting what you eat with how you feel, you gain the information you need to make better decisions for your long-term health.
Resources Mentioned:
Explore my 10-Day Detox, including recipes and meal plan, group coaching, and a supportive community: https://10daydetox.com Start your detox anytime! Complete Program members can also join our next group detox in January 2027.
The Blood Sugar Solution 10-Day Detox Diet by Dr. Mark Hyman
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Why Younger Women Are Getting Breast Cancer at Record Rates (And How to Reduce Your Risk)
14 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 8 min
A normal mammogram can bring a real sense of relief. But when it comes to understanding your breast cancer risk, what else should you know? Lees meer
Today, I’m joined by OB/GYN and SHE MD podcast co-host Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi. Helping women get answers about their health has been central to her work for decades. Yet when she faced her own breast cancer diagnosis, she experienced the same dismissal so many of her patients had described.
You’ll learn:
How to understand your breast cancer risk, even without a family history
What to ask about your breast density and screening options
Why irregular cycles, acne, and weight changes may be connected
Why painful periods shouldn’t be something you simply learn to live with
How to approach hormone replacement therapy with your personal risks and needs in mind
Dr. Aliabadi made a point that really stayed with me. Understanding your health is part of advocating for yourself. You don’t need to have every answer. But knowing what to ask and having a doctor who listens to what you’re experiencing can help you make more informed decisions about your care.
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Why Your Skin Isn’t Healing: The Gut, Hormone & Inflammation Connection
7 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 22 min
Early in my career, I noticed that patients’ skin often improved as we addressed their nutrition and gut health. That changed how I approached skin concerns and taught me to look beneath the surface for contributing factors. Lees meer
Today, I’m joined by triple board-certified dermatologist Dr. Mamina Turegano, co-author of The Holistic Psoriasis Management and Nutrition Guide and an advocate for Timeline’s approach to skin health. Together, we explore what your skin can reveal about your overall health and how that understanding can help you make more informed choices about caring for it.
You’ll learn:
How damaged mitochondria contribute to skin aging, and how urolithin A may support healthier skin through mitochondrial renewal
How your gut health, hormones, and insulin resistance may be contributing to recurring acne and other skin concerns
How menopause changes your skin, and what to consider if it becomes drier, thinner, or less resilient
How strength training may benefit your skin alongside your muscles
Which skincare basics to prioritize before investing in newer treatments and supplements
Like most people, I care about how my skin looks, but I also want to understand what helps it stay healthy and resilient. That’s how I approach aging more broadly: learning what my body needs and making those choices part of everyday life.
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The Supplements, Foods, and Habits I Use to Stop a Cold Before It Starts
5 oktober 2026 · 27 min
Why do some people catch every cold going around while others rarely get sick? Your immune system isn’t something you simply “boost” with one supplement—it’s shaped every day by your sleep, diet, stress, gut health, nutrient status, and metabolic health. In this episode, I’m joined by one of my producers, Emma, to break down what actually helps you build a more resilient immune system before cold and flu season hits. Lees meer
Here’s what we discuss in today’s episode:
Why some people get sick constantly while others seem far more resilient
What actually weakens your immune system long before symptoms show up
What I personally do at the first sign of a cold or flu
The most important habits and nutrients for supporting immune function through the winter
You don’t need a complicated immune protocol. The goal is to strengthen the systems that help your body respond well when you’re exposed—so you’re less fragile when cold and flu season arrives.
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(0:00) Preparing for cold and flu season: diet, nutrients, sleep, stress, and gut health
(2:07) Building immune resilience: whole foods, sleep, stress management, and nutrient checks
(3:03) Key nutrients and remedies: vitamin D, herbal formulas, mushrooms, colostrum, and hygiene
(5:18) Understanding the immune system, resilience, and why some people rarely get sick
(9:33) Metabolic health, sugar, insulin resistance, and their impact on immunity
(11:56) Immune-supportive grocery shopping and important supplements
(16:26) Sleep, stress, exercise, and protocols for when symptoms start
(21:59) Vaccines and Dr. Hyman’s perspective on flu shots
(24:12) Sleep, vitamin D, and myths like "starve a fever"
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Nutrition Expert: This Is Why Eat Less, Exercise More Never Works
30 september 2026 · 1 uur 29 min
Nutrition advice often reduces food to calories, nutrients, and a list of rules to follow. But the more we learn about how the body responds to different foods, the clearer it becomes that this way of thinking tells only part of the story. Lees meer
Today, I’m joined by cardiologist and public health expert Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, director of the Food is Medicine Institute at Tufts University and author of the new book Food Is Medicine. We explore what we still get wrong about food and what changes when we begin treating it more like medicine.
Here’s what we discuss:
Why eating less and exercising more may not lead to lasting weight loss, and what to focus on instead
How to choose foods that work with your appetite, metabolism, and microbiome rather than relying on calorie counting
What GLP-1 medications can teach all of us about hunger, cravings, and why weight isn’t simply about willpower
How much protein you actually need and why the source matters
What the science says about seed oils and which processed foods are worth avoiding
Over the years, I’ve learned to focus less on counting calories or chasing a single nutrient and more on the quality of the food itself. When you eat real, whole foods, the signals that regulate hunger and energy can begin to work with you instead of against you. Eating well should be less about following rules and more about understanding what helps your body function at its best.
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The 5 Biggest Longevity Myths—and What to Do Instead
28 september 2026 · 15 min
In this episode, I break down five popular longevity myths that may be distracting you from the things that actually have the biggest impact on how long and how well you live. Lees meer
Here’s what I discuss in today’s episode:
The common longevity goal that may actually work against you as you get older
Why the “perfect” supplement stack can’t replace the habits that matter most
The mistake people make when they try to keep their body in constant repair mode
What the science really says about red wine, genetics, and the factors that shape how you age
Longevity isn’t about building the world’s most complicated routine. It’s about protecting your strength, energy, brain function, and independence for decades to come. Get the fundamentals right first—then layer in the extras.
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0:00 Longevity industry hype, fundamentals, and common myths1:11 Myth 1 - The Thinner You Are The Healthier YouWill Age2:40 Myth 2 - Supplements, repair mode, and other longevity myths4:11 Myth 3 - Keeping Your Body In Repair Mode7:54 Myth 4 - Wine is good for you 9:24 Myth 5 - Longevity Is Mostly Genetic10:34 The longevity reality check and what you can change11:13 The real path to healthspan, strength, and independence
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Why Willpower Fails: The Psychology of Food, Cravings, and Weight
23 september 2026 · 1 uur 10 min
You can know exactly how you want to eat and still find yourself reaching for something else when you’re stressed or exhausted. I’ve been there. Our relationship with food is influenced by far more than nutrition knowledge, and blaming ourselves for struggling doesn’t help us understand what’s actually happening. Lees meer
Today, I’m joined by clinical psychologist Dr. Rachel Goldman, author of When Life Happens, to talk about the biology and psychology behind cravings, emotional eating, and food noise. We also explore how to care about nutrition without letting food rules take over your life.
Here’s what we get into:
Why you may reach for food when what you really need is rest, comfort, or a break
How to pause before an automatic food choice and figure out what’s driving it
How rigid food rules can turn one choice into a cycle of guilt and overeating
How GLP-1s can quiet food noise, and what they can’t change about your relationship with food
How to build other ways to cope when food has become your go-to response to stress
I know what it’s like to want the cookie even when I know it isn’t what I really need. Knowing better doesn’t make us immune to being human. My hope is that this conversation helps you meet those moments with more curiosity and less blame, so your relationship with food can become a source of nourishment rather than stress.
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A Doctor's Honest Guide to The Grocery Store (What's Worth Worrying About)
21 september 2026 · 29 min
Trying to eat healthy has gotten surprisingly complicated. You pick up salmon and wonder about mercury, grab strawberries and think about pesticides, or drink from a plastic bottle and start worrying about microplastics. But not every food-safety risk deserves the same level of concern. In this episode, I break down what actually matters, what’s worth paying extra for, and the simple changes that can reduce your exposure without making you afraid of everything you eat.
Here’s what I discuss in today’s episode: Lees meerWhich food-safety risks actually deserve your attention—and which ones may be creating more fear than necessary
How to think about organic produce, pesticides, recalls, and foodborne outbreaks without avoiding healthy foods altogether
What labels like grass-fed, organic, pasture-raised, wild-caught, and farm-raised really tell you—and what they don’t
The hidden exposures that can come from packaged foods, plastics, cookware, and even common mistakes in your own kitchen
Food safety isn’t about eliminating every possible risk. It’s about knowing which risks matter, understanding where small changes can make a meaningful difference, and having enough good information to separate a real concern from a scary headline.
Resources Mentioned:
Check current food recalls and outbreak updates from the FDA and CDC
Explore the Environmental Working Group’s Dirty Dozen™ to help decide where buying organic may be most worthwhile: https://www.ewg.org
Learn more about lower-mercury seafood choices through the FDA and EPA guidance
Listen to my conversation with Autumn Smith of Paleovalley for a deeper dive into meat labels, sourcing, and food quality
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0:00 Food safety concerns and grocery shopping tips
2:34 Organic produce, washing, and handling recalls
7:40 Frozen produce, meat, and seafood label guidance
13:17 Seafood safety: mercury, wild vs. farm raised
16:45 Processed and ultra-processed fo…
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The Hidden Cause of Your Chronic Illness (It's Not What You Think) | Dr. Neil Nathan
16 september 2026 · 49 min
Chronic illness rarely fits neatly into a single diagnosis. Symptoms can span multiple systems, leaving people profoundly unwell even when standard testing appears normal. I understand this experience from the inside out because I’ve lived it myself. Lees meer
Today, I sit down with Dr. Neil Nathan, a leading expert in complex chronic illness and author of Toxic, now in its second edition. We explore why these conditions are so often misunderstood and how identifying what is driving them can create a path toward recovery.
We discuss:
Why mold toxicity, Lyme disease, and long COVID can be so difficult to diagnose
How to identify the root cause instead of chasing downstream symptoms
What the Cell Danger Response is and why the body can remain stuck in survival mode
Why some people suddenly become sensitive to foods, chemicals, medications, light, and sound
Why the right treatment can make symptoms worse when introduced at the wrong time
I’ve been sick enough to know how quickly chronic illness can narrow your world—and how discouraging it is when no one can explain why. But I’m also living proof that the body can recover. The answer is not always more treatment. Often, it begins with finding the root cause, respecting what the body can tolerate, and addressing each layer in the right order.
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5 Foods That Are Making Your Brain Fog Worse
14 september 2026 · 22 min
Brain fog isn’t just a normal part of getting older—and it may not be a brain problem at all. If you struggle to focus, lose your train of thought, forget why you walked into a room, or feel mentally exhausted after eating, your body may be trying to tell you something. Lees meer
Here’s what I discuss in today’s episode:
The five foods I most commonly see contributing to brain fog—and why some seemingly “healthy” choices may be working against you
The surprising connection between your gut and your ability to think, focus, and remember
Why certain foods can affect your brain even when you don’t have obvious digestive symptoms
Brain fog is a messenger, not the root problem. When you start looking at what’s happening throughout your body—especially your gut, blood sugar, inflammation, and microbiome—you can begin uncovering what’s getting in the way of a clearer, healthier brain.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about my 10-Day Detox Diet, a whole-food reset designed to help identify common food triggers, stabilize blood sugar, and support gut health: https://10daydetox.com
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0:00 Introduction, Dr. Hyman's experience, and foods contributing to brain fog
1:31 Functional medicine and the gut-brain connection
2:30 Vagus nerve, gut microbiome, and inflammation
4:21 Long COVID, gut damage, and ultra-processed foods
6:51 Alcohol, artificial sweeteners, and their effects on the brain
9:51 Dairy, gluten, and elimination diets
15:41 Ten Day Detox Diet, food journaling, and reintroducing foods
18:23 Personalized nutrition, functional medicine, and conclusion
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I've Had 6 Back Surgeries And Almost Died: Here's What 40 Years of Medicine Actually Taught Me
9 september 2026 · 1 uur 16 min
This week, I’m the one answering the questions in a deeply personal conversation about my health journey. I speak openly about some of the hardest parts of that journey, the treatments I’ve tried, the beliefs I’ve reconsidered, and what a lifetime devoted to health has taught me about what matters most. Lees meer
Here’s some of what I share:
How becoming the patient changed the way I practice medicine
How nearly dying changed what longevity means to me and what I believe a healthy life is actually for
Which wellness and longevity therapies I personally use, and how I decide what’s worth trying
Why the pursuit of optimal health can sometimes become unhealthy
What I’m still trying to understand about myself at this stage of my life
I’ve spent much of my life trying to understand how we can live longer and feel better. But nearly losing my own life reminded me that health isn’t the destination. It’s what allows us to be present for the people we love, remain curious, and experience our lives more fully. I hope this conversation encourages you to ask yourself what you want your health to make possible.
Continue exploring:
Watch my conversation with Dr. Tyna Moore here.
Learn more about my Brainshaping Academy here.
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Encore - What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking for 30 Day
7 september 2026 · 21 min
With the Labour Day long weekend here, we’re bringing back one of our most popular Office Hours episodes on what really happens to your body when you take a break from alcohol. Whether you’re drinking less this weekend or simply curious about how quickly your body can recover, this conversation is worth revisiting. Lees meer
Today I discuss:
What alcohol really is—and why the “buzz” is actually your brain slowing down
How alcohol affects neurotransmitters like GABA, dopamine, and glutamate
Why even moderate drinking disrupts sleep, mood, hormones, and metabolism
How alcohol impacts the liver, gut microbiome, immune system, and cancer risk
Why hangovers feel like the flu—and what’s actually happening in your body
What happens when you stop drinking, week by week, from detox to deep repair
The surprising benefits to energy, focus, skin, sleep, and emotional resilience
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Your body has an incredible ability to heal and often, it just needs you to take your foot off the gas. Try it for 30 days. You may be amazed by how different you feel.
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What We Got Wrong About the Gut Microbiome (And What's Actually Right)
2 september 2026 · 1 uur 5 min
We hear a lot about improving gut health through food, probiotics, and supplements. But after more than a decade of major advances in microbiome research, the picture has become both more promising and more complex. Lees meer
In this episode, I’m joined by gastroenterologist and neuroscientist Dr. Emeran Mayer, co-author of the new book The Mayer Model, to explore how our understanding of the gut-brain connection has evolved—and what we may still be getting wrong. We also look at what this growing field could mean for chronic disease and healthy aging.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
How your gut microbiome communicates with your brain, immune system, hormones, and metabolism
Why diet alone may not be enough to improve gut health—and how sleep, stress, exercise, relationships, and purpose also shape your microbiome
How modern diets and lifestyles have created a mismatch between our microbes and human biology
Why probiotics and microbiome testing may not provide the personalized answers many people expect
How fiber, polyphenols, fermented foods, and greater plant diversity help support a healthier, more resilient microbiome
The food we eat matters, but so do the ways we move, sleep, manage stress, and connect with others. Supporting gut health isn’t about finding one magic solution. It’s about creating a healthier, more resilient system over time.
Beginning September 1, Dr. Mayer’s team is offering my audience a collection of bonuses to accompany The Mayer Model. To learn more about the book and access the bonuses, click here.
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ADHD Is a Whole-Body Problem: What to Look at Beyond the Brain
31 augustus 2026 · 48 min
ADHD is usually treated as a problem in the brain. But what if some of the factors making it harder to focus, regulate your mood, or manage your symptoms are actually coming from somewhere else in your body? Lees meer
In this episode, I’m joined by one of my producers, Emma, to explore ADHD through a functional medicine lens. We look beyond the diagnosis to ask what may be happening “under the hood”—from the gut and microbiome to inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, blood sugar, hormones, and the foods we eat. Because the brain doesn’t operate in isolation. What happens throughout the body can directly influence how it functions.
Here’s what we discuss in today’s episode:
The surprising connection between your gut and your ability to focus—even if you have no digestive symptoms
What I look for beyond the brain when someone comes to me with ADHD
The everyday foods and nutrient deficiencies that may be quietly making ADHD symptoms worse
Why two people with the same ADHD diagnosis may have completely different underlying drivers
What caffeine, skipping breakfast, food dyes, sugar cravings, and menopause may mean for ADHD symptoms
Where I would start if an adult came to me newly diagnosed with ADHD
ADHD may begin with symptoms in the brain, but that doesn’t mean the brain is the only place we should look. By understanding the connections between diet, gut health, inflammation, nutrients, hormones, and brain function, we can start asking a more useful question: What is making it harder for each person’s brain to function at its best?
Resources Mentioned:
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How to Actually Calm an ADHD Nervous System (And Change Your Life)
26 augustus 2026 · 58 min
ADHD can go unnoticed for decades, especially in women who learn to compensate through perfectionism, overpreparing, and working under pressure. It often isn’t until the demands of work, motherhood, or another major life transition become too much that the underlying struggle comes into view. Lees meer
In this episode, I sit down with ADHD counselor Jenna Free, author of The Simple Guide to ADHD Regulation, to explore what she calls the frantic-crash cycle. She explains how chronic fight-or-flight may intensify ADHD symptoms and why nervous system regulation can make other tools and strategies easier to use.
You’ll learn:
Why women and high achievers can compensate for ADHD for decades before their usual coping strategies stop working
How perfectionism, procrastination, and working under pressure can keep the frantic-crash cycle going
The physical signs of nervous system dysregulation, including shallow breathing, muscle tension, and rushing even when there’s no real urgency
Why calming your body is only the first step in creating lasting change
How you can move away from all-or-nothing behavior and build a more sustainable way of getting things done
A diagnosis can help you understand how your brain works, but it doesn’t have to define what’s possible. By learning to recognize and regulate survival mode, you can create the conditions for your brain to work at its best.
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Inflammation isn't Something to Eliminate. It's Something to Regulate
24 augustus 2026 · 17 min
Chronic inflammation may be one of the biggest forces accelerating how we age—and the surprising part is that many of the things keeping it switched on are happening every day. Poor sleep, chronic stress, blood sugar spikes, visceral fat, and ultra-processed food can keep your immune system acting like it’s under constant threat, potentially contributing to everything from metabolic dysfunction and heart disease to arthritis and cognitive decline. Lees meer
Here’s what I unpack in today’s episode:
The hidden “inflammation switch” scientists are studying and why it may help explain how chronic inflammation drives aging and disease
The everyday habits that can keep your immune system stuck in a constant state of alarm
The surprising connection between mitochondrial health, visceral fat, blood sugar, and inflammation
The most effective ways to help calm chronic inflammation and the simple daily shifts that may have the biggest impact
Inflammation isn’t the enemy—it’s one of your body’s most important survival tools. The problem is when the alarm never switches off. By changing the signals you send your immune system every day, you can help restore balance and support healthier aging from the inside out.
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0:00 Inflammation, aging, and healing
3:15 Chronic inflammation triggers and their impact
5:15 Sleep, stress, and immune system health
8:17 Ultra processed foods, mitochondria, and inflammation
10:27 Visceral fat, immune activation, and practical steps for healthy aging
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Don't Wait for Alzheimer's — A Neurologist's 30-Year Plan to Protect Your Brain
19 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 12 min
By the time memory begins to slip, the changes affecting the brain may have been developing for decades. But the trajectory isn’t fixed, and many of the factors driving it are within our control. Lees meer
In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and mentor Dr. David Perlmutter, six-time New York Times bestselling author whose new book, Brain Defenders, rethinks what it really takes to protect the brain as we age.
You’ll learn:
Why protecting your brain should begin long before memory problems appear
How your daily choices influence whether the brain’s immune cells shift into a protective or damaging state
Which numbers to know now, including fasting insulin, blood sugar, and waist-to-hip ratio
How food, exercise, sleep, gut health, and environmental toxins shape your brain’s future
What emerging research reveals about slowing—and even improving—cognitive decline
I’ve always appreciated how David’s work replaces fear with something far more useful: a clearer understanding of how the choices we make today can help protect our memory, independence, and quality of life for years to come.
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Your Skin’s Worst Enemy Isn't the Sun - It's Your Metabolism!
17 augustus 2026 · 18 min
Healthy skin isn't built in your bathroom—it’s built inside your body. While most people focus on creams, collagen powders, and cosmetic treatments, the biggest drivers of wrinkles, sagging, and loss of elasticity are happening at the cellular level. Lees meer
In today's episode, I discuss:
Why blood sugar may be aging your skin faster than the sun and the hidden process that damages collagen from the inside out
The surprising connection between muscle, metabolism, and firmer, healthier-looking skin (especially after weight loss)
How your body's natural cellular repair system helps slow the aging process and the habits that activate it
The biggest everyday factors accelerating skin aging, and the science-backed strategies that help protect your skin for years to come
Healthy skin isn't something you can simply apply—it's something your body creates. By improving your metabolic health, protecting collagen, building muscle, reducing inflammation, and supporting your cells, you can help your skin stay stronger, healthier, and more resilient from the inside out.
Resources Mentioned:
Environmental Working Group (EWG): https://www.ewg.org/areas-focus/personal-care-products
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(0:00) Understanding Skin Aging and Its Causes
(1:24) Sponsor: Function Health
(2:04) Chronic Inflammation, Blood Sugar, and Glycation in Skin Aging
(6:01) Autophagy and Lifestyle Habits for Skin Health
(9:31) The Role of Muscle and Managing Loose Skin
(12:11) Sun Exposure, Protection, and Skin Aging
(14:35) Rapid Fire: Common Skin Health Questions
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What We Got Wrong About GLP-1s (And What's Right) | Dr. Tyna Moore
12 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 18 min
GLP-1 medications have changed how we treat obesity and metabolic disease. But as their use has exploded, so have questions about side effects, muscle loss, long-term use, and whether patients are receiving the support they need to use them safely. Lees meer
In this episode, I reconnect with metabolic health and regenerative medicine expert Dr. Tyna Moore to revisit our conversation from two years ago and examine what we’ve learned since.
We discuss:
How to tell when your GLP-1 dose may be too high
What you can do to protect your muscle and bone during weight loss
Which metabolic and nutritional markers should you check before and during treatment
Why weight can sometimes return after stopping a GLP-1
What emerging research suggests about GLP-1s beyond weight loss
GLP-1s can be life-changing, but a lower number on the scale isn’t the same as better health. Ultimately, how these medications are used—from dosing and monitoring to nutrition and strength training—matters just as much as whether they’re used at all.
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The Truth About Weight Loss, Muscle, and Metabolism! Don't Make This Mistake
10 augustus 2026 · 22 min
The number on your scale tells you almost nothing about your actual health. You can lose weight while becoming less healthy—or stay the same weight while dramatically improving your metabolism, reducing your risk of disease, and adding years to your life. Lees meer
In today's episode, I discuss:
Why the scale can completely miss what's happening inside your body and the hidden health risks it can't measure
The dangerous difference between muscle and visceral belly fat, and why one protects you while the other drives disease
The five health markers I pay attention to instead of body weight—including one simple measurement you can do at home
How insulin resistance develops years before diabetes and the early warning signs you can catch before it's too late
The goal isn't simply to lose weight; it's to build a healthier metabolism. The healthiest body isn't always the lightest one—it's the one that's functioning the way it was designed to.
Resources Mentioned:
Want to dive deeper into why muscle is the key to longevity? Listen to my full conversation with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon here
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(0:00) Rethinking weight loss: muscle, metabolism, and key health metrics
(7:17) Chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and metabolic health
(11:00) Five metrics that matter more than weight
(13:17) Shifting focus: Prioritizing health over weight loss
(15:14) Muscle and longevity with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
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Can Heart Disease Be Reversed? After His Own Heart Attack, This Surgeon Changed Everything | Dr. Jeremy London
5 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 9 min
Heart disease is still the leading cause of death worldwide. Yet many people assume it only happens to those who are older, out of shape, or obviously unhealthy. Lees meer
In this episode, I sit down with cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Jeremy London, whose own heart attack challenged many of the assumptions we make about heart health. We discuss why prevention isn't always as straightforward as it seems—and how understanding your personal risk can help you take a more proactive approach to your health.
We cover:
Why some healthy people still develop heart disease
The difference between standard cholesterol tests and a more complete assessment
How to better understand your personal cardiovascular risk
The lifestyle changes that can help lower your long-term cardiovascular risk
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Heart disease is often preventable—but only if you know what to look for. Listen to my conversation with Dr. Jeremy London to learn how a better understanding of your personal risk can help you protect your long-term heart health.
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The 2 Workouts That Protect Your Brain, Muscles, and Metabolism
3 augustus 2026 · 19 min
What if one of the most powerful anti-aging tools wasn't a supplement, medication, or expensive biohack—but the way you exercise? While many people think of exercise as a way to lose weight or burn calories, its greatest benefits happen deep inside your cells. Lees meer
In today's episode, I discuss:
The two most effective forms of exercise for healthy aging and longevity
What happens inside your cells when you challenge your muscles and cardiovascular system
The often-overlooked factor that can determine whether you stay strong and independent as you age
The minimum amount of exercise needed to support your muscles, metabolism, heart, and brain
How and why you should measure your VO2 max
Healthy aging isn't about finding the latest longevity hack—it's about consistently giving your body the signals it needs to adapt, grow stronger, and stay resilient.
Resources Mentioned:
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(0:00) The role of exercise, types of exercise, and debunking strength training and HIIT myths
(2:05) Mitochondria, aging, and chronic disease
(4:24) Movement, mitochondrial health, and essential types of movement for longevity
(5:54) Prioritizing strength training and muscle as a longevity organ after age 40
(8:17) Building a resilient immune system
(10:27) HIIT, VO2 max, and interval training routines
(13:24) Combining strength training and HIIT; starting from scratch and common questions
(15:17) Movement as medicine and closing remarks
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Undiagnosed Infections Are Silently Causing Chronic Disease | Dr. Richard Horowitz
29 juli 2026 · 1 uur 20 min
Living with chronic illness can feel like collecting diagnoses without getting real answers. Symptoms are treated one at a time, but the underlying causes can easily be missed. What if asking a different question is the first step toward feeling better? Lees meer
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Richard Horowitz, an internationally recognized Lyme disease expert and author of the new book Ending Chronic Illness. After caring for thousands of patients over more than four decades, he explains why many seemingly unrelated conditions share common underlying drivers—and why thinking like a medical detective may help uncover them.
We discuss:
Why treating the diagnosis isn't always the same as treating the problem—and how to start looking deeper
How hidden infections, environmental toxins, gut health, and other overlooked factors can quietly drive chronic illness
What new research may reveal about the links between infection, inflammation, and brain health
How to begin uncovering what's really driving persistent symptoms
Our bodies are constantly communicating with us. The challenge isn't that they're silent—it's that we haven't always known how to listen. Sometimes finding better answers begins with asking different questions.
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Lyme Disease: The Symptoms, Tests, and Treatments Doctors Miss
27 juli 2026 · 27 min
What if the fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, or mysterious symptoms you've been chasing for years weren't caused by stress, aging, or burnout—but by a tick bite you never even noticed? Lyme disease is one of the most misunderstood illnesses in medicine. But Lyme is rarely just one infection—it's often part of a much bigger picture involving co-infections, immune dysfunction, inflammation, gut health, and environmental triggers. Lees meer
In today's episode, I walk through a functional medicine approach to Lyme disease and tick-borne illness, including:
Why Lyme disease is so often missed—and the hidden role of co-infections like Babesia, Bartonella, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasma
The limitations of conventional testing and treatment, and how functional medicine looks beyond the infection to understand why some people recover while others remain chronically ill
The role of herbs, antibiotics, gut repair, detoxification, immune support, and mitochondrial health in a comprehensive recovery plan
What the latest evidence says about emerging therapies like ozone, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and hyperthermia—as well as practical strategies to prevent tick-borne illness in the first place
Lyme disease isn't always just an infection—it's often a whole-body disruption. By addressing the underlying drivers of inflammation, immune dysfunction, gut health, and cellular resilience alongside the infection itself, you give your body the best chance to heal and recover.
Resources Mentioned:
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(0:00) Introduction to Lyme disease, overview, and Dr. Hyman's experience
(4:13) Functional medicine's approach and comprehensive treatment strategies
(10:51) Innovative therapies for Lyme disease
(14:08) Managing die-off reactions and restoring gut health
(17:18) Supporting the immune and nervous system…
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Big Pharma's Trillion Dollar Deception on Mental Health | Joanna Moncrief
22 juli 2026 · 1 uur 2 min
For decades, depression has often been described as the result of a chemical imbalance in the brain. But how strong is the evidence behind that idea? This episode explores one perspective on an area of medicine that continues to be actively debated and is intended to encourage thoughtful discussion—not to provide individualized medical advice. Lees meer
Today on The Dr. Hyman Show, I'm joined by psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Joanna Moncrieff to examine the science behind the serotonin theory and explore how it shaped modern mental health care. Together, we consider why rethinking our assumptions may open the door to a more complete understanding of depression and recovery.
We discuss:
• Whether depression is best understood through the lens of a chemical imbalance—or something far more complex
• How the serotonin theory shaped modern psychiatry and why it's increasingly being questioned
• What current research says about antidepressants, emotional numbing, and informed consent
• Why lifestyle, nutrition, trauma, and social connection deserve a larger role in supporting mental health
• How a more individualized, whole-person approach could change the way we think about depression and recovery
Mental health treatment is deeply personal, and this episode explores one perspective on an area of medicine that continues to evolve. If you're currently taking antidepressants or other prescription medications, don't stop or change your treatment based on this discussion alone. Instead, use it as a starting point for an informed conversation with your healthcare provider.
Learn More: Dr. Moncrieff recently participated in an FDA Expert Panel on SSRIs and Pregnancy. If you'd like to explore another perspective on the evidence discussed in this episode, you can watch the panel here.
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3pm Slump Destroying Your Focus? Here's What's Really Happening
20 juli 2026 · 19 min
Do you hit a wall every afternoon around 2 or 3 p.m.? If your energy disappears, your brain gets foggy, and you need caffeine or sugar just to finish the day, it isn't a lack of willpower—it's a sign that something deeper is driving your energy crash. In this episode, I explain the three biggest drivers of the afternoon slump and the simple changes that can help you maintain steady energy all day long. Lees meer
In today's episode, I discuss:
The three hidden causes of the afternoon energy crash
Why skipping breakfast, relying on coffee, sugary smoothies, or carb-heavy meals sets you up for an inevitable drop in energy later in the day
How to build meals with protein, healthy fats, and fiber to stabilize blood sugar and create lasting energy instead of quick spikes and crashes
Simple daily habits that can dramatically improve your energy and focus
That afternoon crash isn't something you have to accept as part of modern life. When you stabilize your blood sugar, support your body's natural rhythms, and reduce chronic stress, your energy becomes more consistent, your focus improves, and you stop relying on caffeine and willpower just to make it through the day.
Resources Mentioned:
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Have a question you’d love answered on Office Hours? Submit it here
(0:00) Understanding the afternoon crash and blood sugar's role in energy
(4:36) Importance of circadian rhythm
(8:06) Environmental toxins and health
(9:36) Impact of stress on energy and caffeine use
(12:55) Rapid fire Q&A
(15:08) Key takeaways for steady energy
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Heart Rate Variability | Why Your Nervous System Needs This.
15 juli 2026 · 1 uur 8 min
We all experience stress. The real challenge isn't stress itself—it's whether we recover from it. Over time, chronic stress can quietly affect everything from inflammation and metabolism to sleep, digestion, and healthy aging. Lees meer
This week on The Dr. Hyman Show, I talk with nervous system educator and HRV expert Salim Najjar to explore what heart rate variability (HRV) can reveal about your body's ability to recover from stress and build resilience.
Together, we unpack:
• How to use HRV to better understand your body's response to stress
• Why some stress makes you stronger while chronic stress wears you down
• How to get more value from your wearable without obsessing over the numbers
• Five daily habits that can help your nervous system recover and become more resilient
• How your nervous system influences inflammation, healing, and healthy aging
Our bodies are constantly responding to the demands we place on them every day. The good news is that resilience can be built, and the strategies in this conversation can help you recover from stress more effectively and support long-term health. To help you get started, Salim has created a free HRV guide that includes a personalized quiz and AI coach exclusively for listeners.
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Too Much Histamine Is Wrecking Your Body — And Most Doctors Don't Know It
13 juli 2026 · 19 min
Histamine isn't just about seasonal allergies or a runny nose. It influences your brain, gut, hormones, immune system, and nervous system—and when your body can't regulate it properly, it can show up as everything from anxiety and migraines to insomnia, digestive issues, skin rashes, and brain fog. In this episode, I explain why histamine overload happens, how it relates to Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and what a root-cause approach looks like for calming an overactive immune system. Lees meer
In today's episode, I discuss:
* Why MCAS and histamine intolerance are different—and how overactive mast cells can drive symptoms ranging from migraines and anxiety to digestive issues, hives, and heart palpitations
* The hidden triggers behind mast cell activation, including gut dysfunction, chronic infections, mold exposure, hormone imbalances, stress, and environmental toxins
* Why many "healthy" foods like avocados, spinach, tomatoes, kombucha, and bone broth can temporarily worsen symptoms when your histamine bucket is already full
* A root-cause approach to calming the immune system using nutrition, targeted supplements, medications when needed, nervous system regulation, and addressing the underlying drivers of inflammationMCAS isn't simply a histamine problem—it's a sign that your immune system has become dysregulated. Instead of just suppressing symptoms, the goal is to understand why your mast cells are overreacting in the first place. When you lower the overall inflammatory load and restore balance to the gut, immune system, hormones, and nervous system, you create the conditions for lasting healing rather than temporary symptom relief.
Resources Mentioned:
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How Brain Inflammation Drives Depression, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's
8 juli 2026 · 51 min
For decades, we've thought about conditions like Alzheimer's disease, depression, and Parkinson's disease as disorders of the brain. But what if that's only part of the story? Lees meer
Emerging science is revealing that many of the factors driving cognitive decline, mental illness, and neurodegenerative disease may begin far outside the brain itself—in our metabolism, our immune system, our gut microbiome, our hormones, and even the environment we're exposed to every day.
As part of our summer series, we're revisiting some of the most important conversations we've had on the topic of brain health.
In this special compilation episode, you'll hear from leading experts Dr. Richard Isaacson, Dr. Chris Palmer, and Drs. Ray Dorsey and Michael Okun as they explore the new science of brain health and what it means for preventing cognitive decline, supporting mental health, and protecting our brains as we age.
What I find most encouraging about this research is that it challenges the idea that brain decline is simply an inevitable part of aging. Instead, it suggests that many of the biggest drivers of brain health are things we can influence through the choices we make, the environments we create, and the ways we care for our bodies long before symptoms ever appear.
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Encore: Your Nervous System Controls Your Gut, Hormones, and Weight — Here's How to Fix It
6 juli 2026 · 21 min
You've cleaned up your diet. You're taking the supplements. You're exercising, sleeping more, and doing everything "right." So why do you still feel exhausted, inflamed, anxious, or stuck? In this encore episode—one of the most impactful Office Hours conversations we've shared—I explore a question that could change the way you think about healing: What if your nervous system is the missing piece? When your body doesn't feel safe, it prioritizes survival over repair, affecting everything from your metabolism and hormones to your gut, immune system, and brain. Lees meer
In today's episode, I break down:
Why chronic stress changes your biology—and how nervous system dysregulation can drive inflammation, hormone imbalance, digestive issues, weight gain, and autoimmune disease
The difference between living in constant "fight-or-flight" versus a regulated nervous system that supports healing, resilience, and recovery
Simple, science-backed strategies to regulate your nervous system, including breathwork, blood sugar balance, strength training, sleep, and daily safety cues
Why you can't out-supplement or out-biohack chronic stress—and how creating physiological safety unlocks your body's natural ability to heal
Healing isn't just about finding the right supplement or following the perfect diet. It's about creating an environment where your body feels safe enough to repair itself. When you begin working with your nervous system instead of against it, everything else—from your energy and metabolism to your mood and resilience—can start to change.
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3 Heart Experts Reveal What Really Prevents Heart Disease
1 juli 2026 · 1 uur 3 min
As part of our summer series, we're revisiting some of the most important conversations we've had on the topics that matter most to our health. And few are more important than heart disease. Lees meer
Heart disease remains the number one cause of death worldwide. Yet despite decades of research, millions of prescriptions, and billions of dollars spent on treatment, many people are still confused about what actually causes it—and what we can do to prevent it.
For years, the conversation around heart disease has focused almost entirely on cholesterol. But what if that's only part of the story?
In this special compilation episode, you'll hear from Dr. Cindy Geyer of The UltraWellness Center, Dr. Eric Topol, and Dr. Aseem Malhotra as they explore a different perspective on heart disease—one that goes beyond cholesterol and looks at the deeper drivers of cardiovascular risk, including inflammation, insulin resistance, metabolic dysfunction, lifestyle, and early detection.
You'll hear why many experts now believe heart disease often begins decades before symptoms appear, why traditional testing can miss important warning signs, and how emerging science is giving us new tools to identify risk earlier than ever before.
Most importantly, you'll hear a message that is both practical and hopeful: that many of the factors driving heart disease are within our control, and that prevention remains one of the most powerful tools we have.
Let's dive in.
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Encore: Why Normal Cholesterol Doesn't Always Mean Low Heart Disease Risk
29 juni 2026 · 29 min
High cholesterol has been treated as the main cause of heart disease for decades. But over the years, I've changed my mind. Today, I believe cholesterol is only part of the story, and that inflammation, insulin resistance, and metabolic health are often the real drivers of cardiovascular disease. In this encore episode, I'm revisiting one of my most talked-about Office Hours conversations to share how my thinking has evolved and why understanding the root cause of heart disease can completely change the way you approach prevention. Lees meer
In today's episode, I discuss:
Why cholesterol alone is a poor predictor of heart disease—and the biomarkers I believe matter even more, including ApoB, lipoprotein(a), inflammation, and insulin resistance
The surprising role sugar, refined carbohydrates, and metabolic dysfunction play in driving cardiovascular disease
Why two people with the same cholesterol can have dramatically different heart disease risk—and how a personalized approach changes the conversation
The nutrition, lifestyle, and testing strategies I use to help reduce inflammation, improve metabolic health, and lower cardiovascular risk at its source
Heart disease isn't simply a cholesterol problem—it's often a metabolic and inflammatory problem. When you understand what's really driving your risk, you can stop chasing a single number and start addressing the underlying biology that supports lifelong cardiovascular health.
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(0:00) The cholesterol and heart disease paradox; introduction and overview of cholesterol, inflammation, and metabolic health
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(1:41) Traditional views vs. new science on cholesterol, inflammation, and heart disease
(4:52) Inflammation and sugar as key factors in heart disease
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Why Reproductive Health May Be the Most Important Biomarker for Women's Longevity | Dr. Natalie Crawford
24 juni 2026 · 1 uur 12 min
Most health issues don't appear overnight. Long before a diagnosis is made, the body often provides subtle clues that something needs closer attention. Lees meer
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I talk with double board-certified fertility physician Dr. Natalie Crawford about her new book, The Fertility Formula, and why fertility and hormone health can reveal far more about your health than many people realize.
We discuss:
Why the menstrual cycle may be one of the clearest indicators of overall health
How sleep, stress, and insulin resistance may be affecting your hormones
The overlooked symptoms that may signal deeper dysfunction
What many women get wrong about PCOS and hormone health
Practical strategies to support fertility, reduce inflammation, and improve long-term health
Health challenges don't begin when symptoms become impossible to ignore. They often start years earlier. Being able to recognize those signals is one of the most effective ways to take a proactive approach to your health.
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The Perfect Gut Healing Protocol: What to Eat, Avoid, and Do Every Day
22 juni 2026 · 27 min
Bloating, brain fog, fatigue, skin issues, food sensitivities, autoimmune symptoms—most people treat these as separate problems. But often, they can all trace back to the same place: the gut. And the surprising part is that you don't need digestive symptoms to have gut dysfunction. Because your gut isn't just responsible for digestion—it's deeply connected to your immune system, hormones, metabolism, brain health, and inflammation throughout the body. Lees meer
In today's episode, I dive into:
Why gut dysfunction can show up as fatigue, brain fog, skin issues, hormone imbalances, anxiety, and autoimmune symptoms—not just digestive problems
The biggest modern-day gut disruptors
The Functional Medicine 5R Framework for healing the gut
The simple daily habits that help build a healthier microbiome, reduce inflammation, strengthen digestion, and support long-term resilience
Healing your gut isn't about perfection, restrictive diets, or endless supplements. It's about creating the conditions your body needs to repair itself. When you support your gut, you're often supporting your immune system, your brain, your hormones, your energy, and your overall health at the same time.
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(0:11) Introduction and overview of gut health
(2:10) Understanding, healing, and factors disrupting gut health
(7:45) Modern lifestyle's impact and the five r's of gut healing
(17:06) Dietary diversity, mindful eating, sleep, and stress reduction
(20:53) Supplements and Q&A on probiotics, diet, and leaky gut
(23:06) Empowering listeners through functional medicine and community engagement
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Could Diet Reverse the Course of MS? Dr. Terry Wahls' Remarkable Recovery
17 juni 2026 · 1 uur 15 min
We’ve been taught to treat chronic diseases as isolated problems to be diagnosed and managed. But these conditions may have more in common than conventional medicine has traditionally recognized. Lees meer
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m joined by physician and researcher Dr. Terry Wahls, who transformed her understanding of disease after developing progressive multiple sclerosis. We discuss the emerging science behind mitochondria, inflammation, nutrition, the microbiome, and why creating health may be just as important as treating disease itself.
We explore:
What Dr. Wahls discovered about cellular health while searching for answers beyond conventional treatment
Why mitochondria may play a central role in conditions like MS, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, depression, and chronic fatigue
How food, sleep, movement, and stress directly influence inflammation, energy production, and brain health
Why focusing only on symptom suppression may overlook the deeper biological dysfunction driving chronic disease
What “creating health” actually looks like in practice—and how small daily habits can influence how you feel and function over time
What makes this conversation so compelling is that Dr. Wahls’ story challenges many of the assumptions we have about chronic disease and recovery. For me, it really highlights how profoundly nutrition, sleep, movement, and stress can shape the body’s ability to adapt and recover over time.
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Could Mold Be Making You Sick? Symptoms, Testing, and Recovery
15 juni 2026 · 30 min
Mold is one of the most misunderstood topics in health. Some people are told it’s not a real problem. Others are led to believe it’s the cause of every symptom they have. The truth lies somewhere in the middle. Lees meer
While not everyone exposed to mold gets sick, chronic exposure to water-damaged environments can contribute to fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, sinus issues, immune dysfunction, hormone imbalances, and a wide range of symptoms that often go unexplained for years.
In today’s episode, we explore what mold-related illness actually is, who’s most vulnerable, and how to tell when your environment may be affecting your health. Here's what we cover:
The critical difference between mold exposure, mold allergies, and chronic biotoxin illness
Why some people develop severe symptoms while others in the same environment feel completely fine
The most common signs of mold-related illness—from brain fog and fatigue to anxiety, hormone disruption, and immune dysfunction
How to investigate mold safely and effectively, including environmental testing, biomarkers, and practical next steps for recovery
Mold illness is real—but so is the fear and misinformation surrounding it. The goal isn’t to panic or assume mold is the answer to every health problem. It’s to understand how your environment influences your biology, identify whether mold is truly part of the picture, and create the conditions your body needs to heal.
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Is It Burnout Or Something Deeper? The High-Functioning Trap | Dr. Judith Joseph
10 juni 2026 · 1 uur 23 min
If we're wired for joy, why do so many successful people feel exhausted, disconnected, or emotionally flat? Lees meer
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with psychiatrist, researcher, and author Dr. Judith Joseph, whose team conducted the first peer-reviewed clinical study on high-functioning depression. We talk about why feeling "fine" on the outside doesn't always reflect what's happening beneath the surface—and why so many people struggle to feel fully alive.
You’ll learn:
Why achievement and productivity don't always lead to fulfillment
How to tell whether you're burned out—or struggling with high-functioning depression
The surprising connection between unresolved trauma, people-pleasing, and chronic stress
What your phone, social media habits, and screen time may be doing to your mood
How to start reclaiming joy when life feels flat, exhausting, or unfulfilling
Like many people, I've spent periods of my life focused on achievement and productivity, believing fulfillment would follow. I've learned that the most important work isn't always doing more—it's understanding what's keeping us from fully experiencing joy in the first place.
Want to explore this further? Dr. Judith Joseph offers several self-assessments under the "Quiz" tab on her website, including tools for anhedonia, high-functioning depression, and trauma.
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Why Your Cholesterol Is High—and How to Start Fixing It in 10 Days
8 juni 2026 · 24 min
High cholesterol is one of the most common reasons people are told they’re at risk for heart disease. But what if cholesterol isn’t the root problem? What if it’s actually a signal of deeper metabolic dysfunction—and focusing on the number alone causes us to miss what’s really driving cardiovascular risk? Lees meer
In today’s episode, we explore a functional medicine approach to cholesterol and heart health, including:
Why high cholesterol is often a downstream effect of insulin resistance, inflammation, and metabolic dysfunction
The surprising role sugar, refined carbohydrates, and ultra-processed foods play in driving unhealthy cholesterol patterns
How healthy fats, protein, fiber, and gut health influence cholesterol regulation and cardiovascular risk
The nutrition and lifestyle changes that can improve metabolic health—and begin shifting key biomarkers in as little as 10 days
When it comes to cholesterol, the better question isn’t always, "How do I lower this number?" It’s, "Why is it elevated in the first place?" By addressing the root causes—from blood sugar imbalance and inflammation to diet, movement, sleep, and stress—you can improve not just your cholesterol, but the underlying metabolic health that drives long-term cardiovascular risk.
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(0:25) Introduction
(1:11) Understanding and Addressing Cholesterol with Functional Medicine
(2:20) Metabolic Dysfunction, Health Reset, and Dietary Recommendations
(8:07) Example Daily Meal Plan and Importance of Movement
(12:46) Sleep, Stress, and Supplements for Cholesterol
(14:27) Cardiovascular Risk Insights and Dr. Asim Malhotra Clip
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Antidepressants Explained: Benefits, Risks, and Alternatives for Depression | Dr. James Greenblatt
3 juni 2026 · 55 min
Depression is often treated as a single condition. But two people with the same diagnosis can have completely different underlying causes. Lees meer
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m rejoined by Dr. James Greenblatt to explore why depression may be less of a disease and more of a signal that something deeper is going on. We discuss how a root-cause approach can uncover what’s driving symptoms and why finding what’s beneath them matters.
Watch the full conversation on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
We discuss:
Could nutrient deficiencies, inflammation, or gut issues be contributing to symptoms of depression
What tests can help uncover the biological factors that may be affecting mood and mental health
Why can two people with depression have different root causes—and require different solutions
How do blood sugar imbalances, hormone changes, and metabolic health influence the brain
What should you know about antidepressants, tapering, and addressing the factors that may affect recovery
Hope doesn't come from ignoring symptoms—it comes from understanding them. Sometimes the most important question isn't "What's wrong with me?" but "What might my body be trying to tell me?"
One of the key themes in this conversation is that mental health is deeply connected to what's happening throughout the body. In my Brainshaping Academy, you'll learn how to support the biological systems that shape cognitive, emotional, and mental well-being.
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The Perfect Morning Routine for a Longer, Sharper Life | Dr. Mark Hyman
1 juni 2026 · 18 min
Morning routines have become one of the most talked-about topics in health and wellness—but it’s not just about productivity or checking boxes. How you start your morning has a direct biological impact on your brain, your energy, your metabolism, and even how well you sleep at night. Yet, so many people inadvertently sabotage their biology first thing in the morning with dopamine hits, sugar, and stress. Lees meer
In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my morning routine to share the science-backed, foundational habits I use every day, including:
What morning sunlight, hydration, and movement actually do to reset your internal clock and regulate your hormones
A step-by-step breakdown of my personal daily flow, including electrolyte rehydration, full-spectrum light glasses, qigong, and meditation
The exact longevity ingredients I put into my morning "medicine shake"
How to maintain consistency on the road with non-negotiable travel habits
A powerful morning routine isn’t about creating a perfect, complicated schedule—it's about doing the right things consistently. The key is starting simple with just one or two small habits that compound over time, giving you the grounded foundation you need to show up as the CEO of your own health.
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Millions of Women Stopped Taking Hormones Because of a Misread Study | Dr. Sharon Malone
27 mei 2026 · 1 uur 28 min
For far too long, many women have been told their symptoms were normal, exaggerated, or simply something they had to live with—treated as isolated problems instead of part of a much larger hormonal transition happening inside the body. Lees meer
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m joined by Dr. Sharon Malone, host of The Second Opinion podcast and Chief Medical Advisor at Alloy Women’s Health.
We discuss how menopause and hormone therapy became so misunderstood, the real story behind the Women’s Health Initiative study, and why a more individualized, prevention-focused approach to women’s health is long overdue.
Watch the full conversation on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
We explore:
Why so many women enter perimenopause completely unprepared—and how symptoms can begin years before menopause officially starts
What the Women’s Health Initiative actually found, and how one medical narrative reshaped women’s healthcare for decades
How menopause affects far more than reproduction, including the brain, heart, sleep, metabolism, and bone health
What you should know about hormone therapy today, including timing, individualized treatment, and understanding risk in context
The daily habits that still matter most for healthy aging, whether or not you choose hormone therapy
Midlife health should never be reduced to “just deal with it.” The more women understand what’s happening inside their bodies, the earlier they can take steps to protect their long-term health and quality of life.
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Is HRT Safe? 10 Questions Women Ask Most — Answered by a Functional MD
25 mei 2026 · 46 min
Hormone replacement therapy is one of the most talked about—and misunderstood—topics in women’s health. For years, women were told HRT was dangerous. Now, the conversation is shifting, but many are still left confused about what’s actually safe, when to start, and whether hormones are even right for them. Lees meer
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Cindy Geyer from my clinic, The UltraWellness Center, to answer the most common questions we received from our audience about hormone replacement therapy, including:
What the latest research actually says about the safety of HRT—including breast cancer and cardiovascular risk
Why timing matters and the critical “window of opportunity” around perimenopause and menopause
The difference between bioidentical hormones, synthetic hormones, compounded options, and patches vs. oral therapy
How hormones impact sleep, brain fog, weight distribution, insulin resistance, libido, bone health, and healthy aging
Natural strategies that can support hormone balance alongside—or without—HRT, including nutrition, exercise, stress reduction, and targeted supplements
How functional medicine personalizes hormone therapy through testing, estrogen metabolism, gut health, genetics, and lifestyle factors
Menopause is not just a hormone issue—it’s a full-body metabolic transition. And hormone therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. The key is understanding your biology, your symptoms, and your long-term health goals so you can make informed decisions that support vitality, resilience, and healthy aging.
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The Latest Science on Microplastics — And What They’re Doing to Your Body | Dr. Shanna Swan
20 mei 2026 · 1 uur 12 min
We’re surrounded by plastics and environmental chemicals every day, but only recently have scientists begun to understand how deeply they may be affecting human health. Lees meer
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Shanna Swan to explore what the latest science reveals about plastics, fertility, hormone health, and the everyday habits that may be shaping our biology more than we realize.
Watch the full conversation on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
We Examine:
• Why scientists are increasingly concerned about declining sperm counts, fertility, and hormone health
• What microplastics, phthalates, BPA, and PFAS actually do inside your body
• Why heating food in plastic can dramatically increase exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals
• The practical changes that may help you reduce exposure and support long-term health
This conversation isn’t about fear, rather it’s about understanding how everyday exposures shape our health and where small, practical changes can make a meaningful difference.
If this episode has left you thinking differently about everyday exposure and you want to learn more, here are a few great places to start:
• Watch The Plastic Detox
• Explore Dr. Swan’s work through the Action Science Initiative
• Visit UnplasticYourLife.com for practical ways to reduce exposure at homeView Show Notes From This Episode
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Are You Secretly Dehydrated? Why a 1% Drop Kills Your Focus and Mood
18 mei 2026 · 19 min
Hydration affects far more than thirst. Even mild dehydration can impact your focus, memory, mood, energy, and overall brain performance—yet most people walk through the day without realizing they’re under-hydrated. The problem isn’t just not drinking enough water. It’s also caffeine overload, low electrolytes, processed foods, and inconsistent habits that quietly leave your brain and body struggling to keep up. Lees meer
In today’s episode, we break down how hydration impacts brain health and what you can do to optimize it, including:
• Why even a 1–2% drop in hydration can lead to brain fog, fatigue, headaches, and reduced concentration
• The hidden role electrolytes play in energy, focus, and actually absorbing the water you drink
• How caffeine can quietly contribute to dehydration and create a cycle of fatigue and dependency
• Simple strategies to improve hydration—from morning water habits to eating more water-rich whole foodsHydration isn’t just about drinking more water—it’s about helping your body and brain function the way they’re designed to. Small, consistent shifts can dramatically improve your energy, clarity, focus, and overall resilience.
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Women Are Not Small Men! Why Fitness Advice Is Failing Half the Population | Dr. Stacy Sims
13 mei 2026 · 1 uur 23 min
Most health and fitness advice for women is based on research done in men. That’s something we need to rethink. Lees meer
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Stacy Sims, an exercise physiologist and leading researcher in women’s health. Her work has focused on how female physiology actually changes over time—and how training and nutrition need to change with it.
Watch the full conversation on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
We explore:
• Why eating less and doing more cardio can make fat loss harder
• What actually changes in your metabolism in your 30s and 40s
• How to train for strength—and why it matters for long-term health
• Why most workouts aren’t building muscle (and what to do instead)
• How to eat and time protein to support recovery, energy, and better sleep
A lot of the advice women have been given doesn’t account for how the body actually changes. Adjusting how you train and eat can make a meaningful difference in your energy, strength, and long-term health.
If you’re interested in learning more, Dr. Stacy Sims is offering my listeners 15% off her online courses with the code DRSTACYSIMS15OFF.
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