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 brain isn’t an isolated organ; it’s deeply influenced by diet, sleep, movement, s ... Show More
Aug 20
Why Whole Foods Founder John Mackey Is Tackling America’s Health
In a world where healthcare often focuses on treating illness rather than promoting wellness, what does it really take to live a healthy, vibrant life? In this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with John Mackey, co-founder of Whole Foods Market, to explore his journey fro ... Show More
1h 3m
Aug 18
How Relationships Heal Inflammation, Trauma, and Your Nervous System
Relationships have the power to change lives in ways both visible and hidden. Deep, supportive bonds can quiet inflammation in the body, protect against disease, and anchor people through decades of triumphs and trials. Communities that come together—whether in small groups at a ... Show More
1h 7m
Aug 13
The Truth About Seed Oils, Protein & What’s Actually Making Us Sick | Simon Hill
With so much conflicting health advice online, it’s no wonder people feel overwhelmed by food choices. Is saturated fat really the enemy? Are seed oils as harmful as some headlines claim? And how do we know what’s actually true? In this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down w ... Show More
1h 20m
May 13
How To Future-Proof Your Brain: Simple Daily Practices to Improve Focus, Energy, Memory, Mood & Emotional Wellbeing with Dr Daniel Amen #555
What if the health of your brain determined the health of every other part of your life – your body, your relationships, even your sense of purpose? Today’s guest firmly believes that it does. Dr Daniel Amen is a child and adult psychiatrist, who is on a mission to end mental ill ... Show More
1h 32m
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
Feb 2025
#99: Neuroplasticity: The Brain's Superpower - Philippe Douyon, MD
This episode features Dr. Philippe Douyon, a board-certified neurologist specializing in neuroplasticity, brain health, and cognitive resilience. We discuss the brain’s ability to adapt and reorganize, challenging misconceptions like the belief that cognitive change is limited to ... Show More
1h 9m
Feb 2025
The truth behind memory loss - and how to stop it with exercise | Dr. Wendy Suzuki
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. ... Show More
1h 8m
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
Jun 23
#958 - Dr Daniel Amen - The 11 Risk Factors That Are Destroying Your Brain
Dr. Daniel Amen is a psychiatrist, brain-health researcher, founder of the Amen Clinics & New York Times bestselling author. You only get one brain, so how do you keep it healthy for life? Dr. Daniel Amen has scanned over half a million brains and knows exactly what helps and wha ... Show More
1h 48m