Stress isn’t just in your head—it’s rewiring your brain. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Sapolsky to dive into the science of stress and its profound impact on mental and physical health. We explore how chronic stress damages the brain, particularly the hippocampus, leading to cognitive decline and mood disorders. Tune in to learn powerful strate ... Show More
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Arianna Huffington: Why Willpower Fails — and What to Do Instead
We often think that better health is just a matter of trying harder, but science tells a different story. On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Arianna Huffington to explore why willpower isn’t enough—and what actually drives meaningful, lasting change. Arianna s ... Show More
59m 45s
Jul 7
Sharper, Stronger, Smarter: Build a Better Brain at Any Age
Not long ago, conditions like Alzheimer’s were rare, but today, nearly one in two people over 80 are diagnosed with it. In contrast, in places like the Amazon, dementia affects only about one in a hundred—highlighting how modern lifestyle plays a major role in brain health. The b ... Show More
54m 11s
Feb 2025
Using Your Mind to Control Your Physical Health & Longevity | Dr. Ellen Langer
In this episode, my guest is Dr. Ellen Langer, Ph.D., professor of psychology at Harvard University and the world’s leading researcher on the mind-body connection and the power our thinking has on our physical health. She explains how specific ways of framing and asking questions ... Show More
3h 22m
Jul 2024
2645: The Many Faces of Chronic Stress: 5 Ways Chronic Stress Can Show Up In Your Life by Victoria Jung with Free Form Fitness
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 2645:Victoria Jung delves into the subtle yet profound ways chronic stress affects our bodies, from hormone imbalances to co ... Show More
13m 56s
Oct 2020
3 Minute Stress Management
Stress is the aspect of anxiety that we feel in our body. Worry is about thoughts, but stress is how our muscles get tense, our breathing gets tight, it makes you ache or makes your hands sweat, stress is the physiological response to perceived danger. So when your brain perceive ... Show More
4m 35s
Oct 2024
How To Master Your Brain’s 3 Gears, Improve Your Focus & Break Free from Stress with Dr Mithu Storoni #487
Today’s workplaces are rapidly evolving, and today’s guest believes we’re still clinging to outdated notions of productivity. Despite the shift from physical to knowledge-based work, many workplaces still prioritise quantity over quality and this is leading to stress and burnout ... Show More
2h 18m
Jul 2024
Tara Swart (Neuroscientist): The Science Behind Stress, Body Fat & Manifestation (E273)
In this episode, respected neuroscientist and author Dr. Tara Swart joins Jake to uncover fascinating perspectives about the complex interplay between our brains and bodies.
Tara sheds light on how our constant smartphone use impacts us both mentally and physically, and what we c ... Show More
56m 42s
Jul 2024
313: Fasting, Gut Health, and Bio-Individuality | Dr. Will Cole
Did you know that 95% of our serotonin is produced in the gut? Discover how your gut health impacts your overall well-being in this eye-opening episode of the Ancient Health Podcast. Dr. Josh Axe sits down with Dr. Will Cole, a renowned functional and integrative medicine expert ... Show More
57m 8s