“Women should be strong—really strong—and lift heavy,” says Bonnie Tsui.  Tsui, bestselling author, life-long swimmer, and journalist, joins us today to talk about all things muscle, from the cultural perspectives to the health benefits and so much more.  - Her book, On Muscle (~2:10) - The history of muscle for women (~8:15) - Muscle is adaptable (~9:25) - A love letter to muscle (~11:00) - The beauty of shoulders (~13:10) - The first female weightlifters (~16:10) - Being strong & feminine (~21:07) - Health benefits of muscle (~26:10) - Age-related loss of muscle (~29:50) - Metaphors & muscles (~32:50) - What all women should know (~36:05) - Favorite muscles (~37:50) - Grace & athleticism (~40:30) Referenced in the episode:  - Follow her on Instagram (@bonnietsui8)  - Pick up her book, On Muscle - Learn more about her (https://www.bonnietsui.com)  We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Let's not wait for people to break down. Let's give them the tools to prevent a breakdown,” explains Judith Joseph, M.D., M.B.A. Joseph, board-certified psychiatrist, researcher, and author, joins us today to discuss the subtle signs of high-functioning depression, the 5 tools to truly thrive, plus so much more:  - What is high-functioning depression (~1:55)  - The subtle signs of depression (~5:25) - The hedonic treadmill (~7:15) - Unprocessed trauma (~12:30) - People pleasing & pathological productiveness (~15:00) - Price tags vs priceless (~19:10)  - Joseph’s personal story (~21:30) - How to reset (~23:45) - Joy & childhood (~27:35) - The 5 V’s to thriving (~29:30) Referenced in the episode:  - Follow Joseph on Instagram (@drjudithjoseph) - Learn more about her (https://drjudithjoseph.com/)  - Pick up her book High Functioning  We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Psychedelic medicine can be rocket fuel for healing,” explains Nick Brüss, EdD, LMFT. Brüss, licensed psychotherapist in Los Angeles specializing in integrative, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and Internal Family Systems, joins us today to discuss the healing power of psychedelic medicine, the therapeutic uses, plus:  - What is  psychedelic therapy (~2:03) - Use cases for psychedelic therapy (~7:15) -  MDMA, psilocybin, ketamine (~9:12) - Set & setting (~12:08) - MDMA (~15:35) - Ketamine (~21:33) -  Psilocybin (~27:40) - Opening up to the experience (~29:20) - Exclusion criteria (~32:10) - Age & brain development (~33:50) - Choosing a practitioner (~37:17) - Non-psychadelic modalities (~41:22) - Where is the science headed (~47:40) - What Brüss is most excited about (~49:55) - Closing thoughts (~52:50) Referenced in the episode:  - Check out his website (https://apracticeoffreedom.com/)  - Follow him on Instagram (@drnickbruss)  - Research by MAPS on MDMA (https://maps.org/mdma/ptsd/phase3/)  Set your kid’s night routine up for success with Hyland's sleep-supporting gummies and sugar-free liquids. These multi-benefit formulas are made with or without melatonin to ease occasional sleeplessness while also supporting calm and immune health—so the whole family snoozes better.*‡ Learn more at hylands.com. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. ‡ For occasional sleeplessness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Infrared saunas are one tool that helps with 50% of the hallmarks of aging,” explains Connie Zack.  Zack, Co-Founder of Sunlighten, joins us to explain the science of infrared saunas—how it works, why it’s different from traditional saunas, the profound benefits, plus:  - Connie’s story (~2:25) - Mercury poisoning (~6:00) - What is infrared (~7:50) - The difference from traditional saunas (~9:15) - Heat delivery of saunas (~11:10) - Detoxification (~13:30) - Cardiovascular benefits (~16:20) - More benefits (~17:10) - Cellular health (~21:20) - Gender differences (~24:35) - The impact on women’s heart health (~27:50) - Duration, frequency, & temperature (~30:18) - Pre- & post-sauna hydration (~33:45) - The future of infrared sauna technology (~36:45) Referenced in the episode:  - Follow Connie on Instagram (@conniejozack) - Check out Sunlighten (https://www.sunlighten.com/)  - Research by Ashley Mason, M.D., on depression & infrared (https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/02656736.2024.2351459)  - The Blood, Urine, Sweat study (DOI:10.1007/s00244-010-9611-5)  - Research on improved cardiovascular health (https://doi.org/10.1016/S0735-1097(01)01467-X)  We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“ Make your brainspan equal to your lifespan”, explains Dale Bredesen, M.D. Bredesen, internationally recognized expert in neurodegenerative diseases and the Chief Science Officer at Apollo Health, joins us to explain how cognitive decline is reversible, the three key drivers of brain aging, plus:  - Misunderstandings about cognitive decline (~2:48) - Protection & performance (~4:35) - 3 factors influencing cognitive health (~5:55) - Your genes are not your destiny (~10:40) - Lifestyle interventions (~13:50) - Preventing disease (~19:10) - The power of exercise (~22:20)  - What are resolvins (~23:55) - Exercising the brain (~26:50) - The importance of reducing inflammation (~35:45) - Social connection (~37:15)  - The future of cognitive science (~38:55) - 4 phases of cognitive decline (~44:45) - A message of empowerment (~48:15) Referenced in the episode:  - Pick up Bredesen’s book, The Ageless Brain - Follow him on Instagram (@drdalebredesen)  - Learn more about him (https://www.apollohealthco.com/dr-bredesen/)  Go to get.stash.com/mindbodygreen to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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“What makes humans distinct is our ability to share intentions with other people”, explains Gregory Walton, Ph.D.  Walton, researcher and professor of psychology at Stanford University, joins us today to share key insights from his research on how we can foster resilience, develop a sense of meaning, plus:  - How to build confidence and cultivate a growth mindset (~2:10) - Spiraling up vs spiraling down (~9:00) - Negative self-talk (~11:25) - The power of language (~12:45) - Building meaningful connections (~16:30) - Small acts of kindness (~20:40) - Wise interventions (~21:45) - How to keep a marriage strong (~27:50) - The need to belong (~31:50) - Advice for parents (~37:45) - The problem with “finding your passion” (~40:20) - The impact of his work (~44:25) Referenced in the episode:  - Check out his website (http://gregorywalton-stanford.weebly.com/)  - Pick up his book, Ordinary Magic  - Research on perspective taking (https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2018-13651-004)  - Research on excessive praise (https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2014-45055-001)  - Research on school feedback (https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.1198364)  We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Good stressors are the most powerful medicine we have,” explains Sharon Horesh Bergquist, M.D. Bergquist, an award-winning physician, innovative healthcare leader, and researcher, joins us today to explain why stress is actually a good thing, how to optimize our exercise routines, plus so much more:  - The difference between good & bad stress (~2:20) - Exercise as a stressor (~3:15) - Zone 2 & HIIT (~4:45) - The 80/20 rule (~6:20) - Vigorous exercise (~11:10) - The power of intervals (~13:40) - Mitochondrial health (~15:00) - The balance between too much & not enough stress (~21:15) - The benefits of plant toxins (~24:28) - Hot/cold therapy (~30:10) - Temp & timing for cold exposure (~34:50) - Heat exposure (~43:10) - Temp & timing for heat exposure (~46:40) - Gender differences in stress exposure (~48:50) - Circadian fasting (~51:00) - Impactful takeaways (~54:45) - How to instill growth mindset in younger generations (~56:05) Referenced in the episode:  - Follow Bergquist on Instagram (@thegoodstressdoctor) - Check out her website (https://drsharonbergquist.com/)  - Pick up her book, The Stress Paradox - Research on vigorous intermittent lifestyle physical activity (https://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-022-02100-x)  - Research on interval-walking training (DOI: 10.23736/S0022-4707.22.14263-5)  - Global Burden of Disease Study (DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(18)32279-7)  - Research on stress & biological age (https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10522-022-09985-8)  Go to get.stash.com/mindbodygreen to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Through my understanding of mind-body medicine, I was able to completely resolve my chronic pain,” explains Nicole Sachs, LCSW.  Sachs, psychotherapist and nationwide expert in the treatment of chronic pain, joins us today to explain how to tap into your emotions to cure chronic pain, the role of one’s belief systems, plus:  - Sachs’ experience with chronic pain (~2:15) - Her introduction to mind-body medicine (~5:15)  - The power of fear & meaning (~8:25)  - Jason’s experience with back pain (~13:50) - The mind-body connection (~16:00) - The Donnino study (~22:55) - Emotional exercises (~25:40) - Our emotional reservoir (~27:40) - The tool of JournalSpeak (~30:30) - Tracking & wearables (~31:20) - Belief systems & affirmations (~38:00) - How to instill this alignment into children (~42:45) - The role of confidence (~46:30) - Factors influencing chronic pain (~48:50) - Success stories (~50:50) - Closing thoughts (~58:30) Referenced in the episode:  - Follow Sachs on Instagram (@nicolesachslcsw)  - Check out her website (https://www.yourbreakawake.com/)  - Read her book, Mind Your Body - Research on long COVID (PMCID: PMC10196153)  We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“There is a confluence of things that has caused Alzheimer's research to be disappointingly slow,” explains Charles Piller.  Piller, investigative journalist and author, reveals the history of scientific misconduct in the field of Alzheimer's research, as well as promising areas of research, plus:  - Lies in Alzheimer's research (~2:35) - The amyloid hypothesis (~3:25) - The history of doctoring images in science (~5:45) - Systemic issues (~10:30) - The landmark study (13:50) - What is driving these issues (~24:00) - The attack on science (~27:45) - Alzheimer's & what we know today (~37:40) - 3 areas of promising research (~38:55) - Risk & lifestyle factors (~41:20) - Piller’s hope for the field (~43:50) Referenced in the episode:  - Pick up Piller’s book Doctored (https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1668031248?tag=simonsayscom)  - Follow him on X @CPiller. - Read more of his work (https://www.science.org/content/author/charles-piller)  We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. Set your kid’s night routine up for success with Hyland's sleep-supporting gummies and sugar-free liquids. These multi-benefit formulas are made with or without melatonin to ease occasional sleeplessness while also supporting calm and immune health—so the whole family snoozes better.*‡ Learn more at hylands.com. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. ‡ For occasional sleeplessness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices