We spend so much time focusing on how exercise changes our bodies - burning calories, building muscle, shedding fat. What if the most important transformation is happening where you can’t see it? Hidden inside your skull, your brain is changing with every step, squat, and sprint.
Neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki has spent years uncovering how movement rewires ... Show More
Aug 21
Food additives exposed: The artificial dyes and chemicals to avoid | Marion Nestle
Those long, unpronounceable ingredients at the bottom of food labels—what are they really doing to your health? In this episode, we’re joined by Professor Marion Nestle, a world-leading nutrition expert and author of the groundbreaking book ‘Food Politics’. Marion has spent decad ... Show More
1h 1m
Aug 19
Recap: The healthy way to feed your kids | Rhiannon Lambert and Dr. Federica Amati
Today, we’re tackling the challenge of feeding our children. Getting kids to eat a balanced meal can often feel like an uphill battle, especially when they’re surrounded by eye-catching marketing campaigns that aim to lure them into unhealthy habits. So, how can busy parents help ... Show More
14m 24s
Nov 2024
266: The Science of Neuroplasticity: Awakening Your Brain’s Potential with Dr. Wendy Suzuki
In this episode, we explore brain health and neuroplasticity, focusing on how adults can enhance their cognitive abilities. The conversation highlights the connection between physical activity and brain function, offering practical exercises for well-being. We also cover transfor ... Show More
57m 15s
Mar 2025
How Exercise Changes Your Brain & Why Anxiety Is Your Superpower with Dr Wendy Suzuki (re-release) #533
Every morning, my guest on this week’s episode starts her day with 30-minutes of exercise. She knows – from personal experience backed by scientific research – that this makes her more focused, happy, motivated, and even creative. She knows it’ll help her grow new brain cells and ... Show More
1h 30m
Feb 2025
How To Protect & Enhance Your Brain Health: The Simple Daily Habits That Can Transform Your Mental Performance with Louisa Nicola #522
Do you think that it’s inevitable that the function of your brain will decline as you get older? Or, do you believe that there are simple things you can do each day to preserve, protect and enhance it? Today’s guest is neurophysiologist and brain health researcher, Louisa Nicola. ... Show More
2h 10m
Sep 2024
Natural Ways to Prevent Alzheimer's and Boost Brain Health with Dr. Heather Sandison : 1199
In this episode of The Human Upgrade, Dave Asprey and Dr. Heather Sandison discuss actionable strategies for optimizing brain health and longevity. Dr. Sandison explains how lifestyle changes, including diet, oral hygiene, and sleep, can help prevent cognitive decline. She also s ... Show More
1h 2m
Mar 2025
This Is Your Brain on 2025: The Biohacker’s Guide to Mental Clarity & Mood | Dr. Drew Ramsey : 1263
You think you’re optimizing your brain—but what if the real culprit behind your brain fog, anxiety, and burnout is the modern world itself? In this episode, Columbia University psychiatrist and nutritional neuroscience pioneer Dr. Drew Ramsey joins Dave Asprey to decode the biolo ... Show More
1h 11m
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
52m 11s
Nov 2024
3393: For A Better Functioning Brain - Get Moving by Doctor Jenny Brockis on Mental Wellbeing
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 3393:Engaging in regular physical exercise is one of the most effective ways to boost brain function, thanks to increased bl ... Show More
10m 21s