This is the second episode of Huberman Lab Essentials — short episodes (approximately 30 minutes) focused on essential science and protocol takeaways from past Huberman Lab episodes.
This Essentials episode offers insights into what makes us sleepy, helps us sleep soundly, and feel awake and alert. It covers a wide range of tools for anyone looking to improv ... Show More
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Science-Based Meditation Tools to Improve Your Brain & Health | Dr. Richard Davidson
Dr. Richard Davidson, PhD, is a professor of psychology and psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and a pioneer in the scientific study of meditation. We discuss how meditation changes your brain and body, how just 5 minutes daily can improve focus, stress resilience ... Show More
2h 43m
Mar 12
Essentials: Benefits of Sauna & Deliberate Heat Exposure
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss the mechanisms through which deliberate heat exposure enhances both physical and mental health. I outline specific protocols for deliberate heat exposure, including recommended temperature ranges, frequency, timing, duration and ... Show More
43m 48s
Mar 9
Avoiding, Treating & Curing Cancer With the Immune System | Dr. Alex Marson
Dr. Alex Marson, MD, PhD, is a Senior Investigator at the Gladstone Institutes and a professor of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco. We discuss the biology of the immune system and cancer, and everyday choices that can increase or decrease your cancer risk, ... Show More
2h 27m
Mar 2025
Dr. Allison Brager: Improve Sleep Efficiency & Resilience
In this episode, my guest is Dr. Allison Brager, Ph.D., an active-duty Army neuroscientist whose research focuses on physiological resilience in extreme stress environments such as Antarctica and outer space. We discuss how sleep is impacted in these harsh conditions and the broa ... Show More
1h 57m
Sep 2024
TMHS 829 - Do THIS at Night To Get Deeper Sleep & Transform Your Body
Sleep is a critical pillar of human health. Getting a good night of sleep is an important input for your mood, brain health, gut, and so much more. And luckily, learning how to optimize your sleep is simple when you understand the key behaviors that impact your biology. Today you ... Show More
1h 20m
Nov 2024
#86 - Sleeping Pills & Weight Loss
<p>Join Matt today as he explores the fascinating intersection of sleep, metabolism, and weight management, delving into the science of dual orexin receptor antagonists (DORAs). This episode dissects a groundbreaking study on suvorexant (Belsomra), an FDA-approved insomnia medica ... Show More
24m 33s
Oct 2023
Ep 83 // How To Fix Your Sleep
<p>In this episode of the Fitness Stuff (for normal people) podcast, we dive DEEP into the realm of sleep - its importance, the repercussions of neglecting it, and the science-backed solutions to ensure a rejuvenating night's rest. Ever wondered why decision-making feels impa ... Show More
1h 41m
Jul 2025
4 Simple Lifestyle Tweaks for Deeper Sleep in Peri-Menopause
<p class="p1">Join Dr. Mindy Pelz as she explores the sleep struggles women often face during menopause. Discover how four simple lifestyle habits—light exposure, movement, food timing, and temperature regulation—can dramatically improve your sleep quality. Dr. Mindy shares fasci ... Show More
35m 45s
Oct 2025
Vagus Nerve Deep Sleep Meditation | Delta Waves & Pink Noise | 8 Hours
Tonight, this sleep meditation will guide you through using the body's natural relaxation switch (the vagus nerve) to lead you into a deep, restful sleep that lasts all night long. This episode is 8 Hours long, so you don't need to worry about sleeping through the night. The narr ... Show More
7h 54m
Mar 2025
Stephanie Romiszewski: Why You Wake Up at 2am! Sleep Expert on EXACTLY How to Sleep Better (E333)
<p>Stephanie Romiszewski is a leading Sleep Physiologist, entrepreneur, and media expert dedicated to transforming how we think about sleep. With her extensive knowledge, she offers a fresh perspective on why sleep is more than just a nightly ritual.</p><br><p>In this episode, St ... Show More
1h 8m
Sep 2024
Do You Want To Sleep Better? Ayurvedic Hacks To Reset Your Sleep Cycle
We all know how it feels to toss and turn, staring at the ceiling, wondering why sleep feels like an impossible dream. On this episode of A Really Good Cry, we're diving deep into the world of sleep—what makes it so essential and why it can be so hard to get. I’ll be sharing some ... Show More
34m 43s