A tablespoon of it will kill you, but most of us feel like death without it: we’re talking about caffeine this episode. Inspired by a listener question — does green tea have more or less caffeine than black? and what about yerba mate? — Cynthia and Nicky explore the history and science of the world’s most popular drug. Listen in as we discover the curious ef ... Show More
Jun 23
Bringing Home the Bacon: From Shakespeare to the Baconator
For many Americans, bacon is an essential element of the perfect breakfast—not to mention a welcome addition to everything from cheeseburgers to doughnuts. But bacon hasn't always been beloved. Ancient Egyptians elites looked down on pork, Judaism and Islam banned it entirely, an ... Show More
48m 10s
Jun 9
What the Shell? Cracking the Lobster's Mysteries
Consider the lobster roll: tender chunks of lobster bathed in butter or mayo, sandwiched between two slices of a squishy bread roll… Have we caught your attention yet? Lobster is a summertime staple in New England, a fixture on casino and cruise ship buffets, and a steady partner ... Show More
44m 2s
May 19
A Dog's Dinner: What Should We Really Be Feeding Our Pets?
In millions of homes, humans aren’t the only creatures sitting down to dinner. So what's on the menu for pets—and what impact does it have on their health, as well as the environment? This episode, we go back thousands of years to figure out what our first furry friends ate, how ... Show More
50m 3s
Feb 2024
2072: 4 Stimulants in Tea - More Than Just Caffeine by Kris Gunnars with Healthline on L-Theanine, Brain Function & Alpha Waves
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2072: Kris Gunnars explores the distinct effects of tea on the brain, attributing its unique, milder buzz to four key stimu ... Show More
11m 39s
Nov 2023
Caffeine: How Much is Too Much?
Caffeine is a drug that tons of us take every day. But is that a bad thing? And if we get it in the form of energy drinks, is that super dangerous? We talk to Dr. Astrid Nehlig, Prof. Gregory Marcus, and Prof. Sachin Shah. Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/ScienceVsCaffein ... Show More
42 m
Sep 2023
Michael Pollan Spills the Beans on the Caffeinated Brain
Are you someone who needs a cup of coffee or spot of tea to start the day? Would you be surprised to hear that the key ingredient, the thing that gives you that morning boost - caffeine - is also a psychoactive drug? Whether it’s coffee, tea or soda, people around the world consu ... Show More
32m 22s
Dec 2021
How does caffeine make you not sleepy?
<p><strong>#059 Rebroadcast</strong></p>
<p>Ok so, caffeine. Some of us live on the stuff, and others of us want nothing to do with it. There's a lot of things caffeine can do to our bodies, but of course the number one question, is how does it keep the sleepiness away? Let's get ... Show More
28m 25s
May 2021
The Surprising Effects Of Caffeine On The Brain
In this episode, we learn about some of the Surprising Effects Of Caffeine On Your Brain.
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9m 22s
Dec 2021
#10: Sleep & Caffeine – Part 1
<p><b>In today's episode, Matt unpacks the world of coffee, and caffeine in the first of a two-part series on caffeine. Matt describes the numerous health benefits associated with coffee, the fact that Matt has even changed his tune a little and advocates a morning cup for s ... Show More
11m 24s
Dec 2021
Boire du café pour se protéger de la maladie d’Alzheimer ?
Le matin ? Après le repas ? Avec votre cigarette ? A un moment au cours de votre journée, vous arrive-t-il de boire du café ? A cette question, la réponse est sans doute : oui. En effet, le café est l’une des boissons les plus consommées à travers le monde. Mais pourquoi consomme ... Show More
1m 39s