logo
episode-header-image
Apr 2020
48m 13s

How to Think Like a Rocket Scientist & H...

Mike Carruthers | OmniCast Media
About this episode
You know you shouldn’t go food shopping when you are hungry because you will end up buying more junk food. It turns out that when you are hungry, you shouldn’t go shopping for ANYTHING – not just food. Listen as I explain why. http://www.womansday.com/life/work-money/default/a49921/dont-buy-anything-on-an-empty-stomach/ You know the phrase, “It’s not rocket ... Show More
Up next
Yesterday
Thanksgiving Myths, Foods & Forgotten Traditions- Bonus Holiday Episode
Ever wonder what was actually served at the very first Thanksgiving? Much of what we learned in school doesn’t hold up. In this special bonus holiday episode, we unpack some of the most surprising — and misunderstood — moments in Thanksgiving history. We start with a beloved mod ... Show More
27m 17s
Nov 24
The World’s Greatest Mentalist Shares His Secrets & The Surprising Science of Pets
When you look up information online, you may find that it’s harder to remember later. It’s a frequent phenomenon called digital amnesia. This episode begins by explaining why it happens so often — and what you can do about it. https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/public-health/a ... Show More
50m 51s
Nov 22
Why Success is Never Quite Good Enough & How Evolution Gave Us Free Will - SYSK Choice
Texting and email may be convenient, but sometimes a phone call is the best way to make a real connection. So how do you ensure the person actually calls you back? I’ll reveal a few clever tricks — backed by communication science — that can dramatically increase your chances. Sou ... Show More
52m 46s
Recommended Episodes
Jan 2021
2020's most popular: coffee and its surprising health benefits
Coffee. For some, it is deserving of its own essential food group. But is coffee more than just a way to achieve functioning human capacity first thing in the morning? You may have seen media headlines in the past warning about health risks of coffee. But now that the science has ... Show More
20m 5s
Dec 2023
#228 Sugar Crashes, Attention Deficit, Psychedelics and Food as Medicine. 5 lessons from the Podcast in 2023 with Dr Rupy Aujla
Today we’re wrapping up our podcast year with 5 impactful conversations from 2023. This year has been an incredible journey learning more about food and medicine and I hope you’ve found the lessons from the podcast as fascinating as I have!First off I share a snippet from my conv ... Show More
53m 53s
Jan 2024
The Science of Why You Eat When You're Not Hungry–And How to Stop | Judson Brewer
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>Dr. Jud breaks down how habits work and how to change them. Plus, insights on stress, boredom, mindfulness, pleasure, satisfaction, ... Show More
1h 13m
Apr 2024
The TRUTH about intermittent fasting
What we learned from the world’s biggest intermittent fasting study. Did you know that intermittent fasting can have significant health benefits? By aligning your eating schedule with your body's natural rhythms, it can bolster heart health, enhance insulin sensitivity, and suppo ... Show More
1h 2m
May 2024
The Science Of Getting Out Of Your Head | Annie Murphy Paul
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>An acclaimed science writer on how to upgrade your mind by using more than your head.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>When you think about thi ... Show More
57m 23s
Dec 2018
The Ultimate Coffee Podcast: Everything You Need To Know About Coffee Health, Including The Latest Lab Results On Which Coffee Is The Healthiest.
The results are officially in. <p>Using 3 independent labs from around the globe, we have analyzed over 100 different coffees representing 46 different brands...</p> <p>...and I'm revealing the <a href="https://getkion.com/kion-coffee-lab-results/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> ... Show More
44m 57s
Mar 2024
Dr Georgia Ede - Mental Health Based on Food
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style= "font-weight: bold;">DR. GEORGIA EDE</span> is a <span style= "font-weight: bold;">Harvard-trained psychiatrist</span> specializing in <span style="font-weight: bold;">nutrition science, brain metabolism, and mental health</span>. Her ... Show More
38m 4s
May 2024
The Science of Your Gut Sense & the Gut-Brain Axis | Dr. Diego Bohórquez
In this episode, my guest is Dr. Diego Bohórquez, PhD, professor of medicine and neurobiology at Duke University and a pioneering researcher into how we use our ‘gut sense.’ He describes how your gut communicates to your brain and the rest of your body through hormones and neural ... Show More
2h 42m
Mar 2024
2507: Can You Enjoy Junk Food Without Sabotaging Your Health? by Emma Hogan of LesMills
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 2507: Emma Hogan of LesMills.com unveils the hidden truths about junk food and its surprising comparisons to so-called "hea ... Show More
9m 25s