We Need to Talk About Metabolism | Shawn Stevenson & Tim Spector
Shawn Stevenson and Prof. Tim Spector discuss metabolism myths and facts, covering what really affects metabolic rate and how to optimize it for...
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Shawn Stevenson and Prof. Tim Spector discuss metabolism myths and facts, covering what really affects metabolic rate and how to optimize it for...
Shawn Stevenson & Tim Spector joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss we need to talk about metabolism | shawn stevenson & tim spector. Key...
Dr. Inigo San Millan discusses his research connecting zone 2 training, mitochondrial function, and cancer metabolism. He explains how skeletal...
Ben Greenfield moderates a debate between Dr. Eric Westman, a Duke University professor and founder of the Duke Keto Medicine Clinic, and Jay...
Red and infrared light (670nm) penetrates tissue to boost mitochondrial function, improving blood glucose, slowing retinal aging, and potentially...
Dr. Andy Galpin delivers a comprehensive solo episode on lactate metabolism, tracing the science from its discovery in sour milk in 1708 through...
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, Andrew Huberman explains how thyroid hormone and growth hormone regulate metabolism, body composition,...
Dr. Andy Galpin explains how to boost metabolism and burn fat effectively. Covers the science of metabolic rate, exercise approaches, and...
Andrew Huberman answers frequently asked questions about science-backed tools for optimizing sleep, learning, and metabolism. He explains how...
Can Intermittent Fasting Reset & Improve Your Metabolism?. The host explores evidence-based insights on this topic, covering practical protocols...
Dr. Casey Means, a Stanford-trained physician and author of 'Good Energy,' explains how metabolic dysfunction is the root cause of most chronic...
The Secret to a Healthy Metabolism, Strong Immune System, & Aging Well. Guest Dr. Gabrielle Lyon joins the discussion to share evidence-based...
Are you overwhelmed with all of the different views about nutrition on the internet? Are you scared of consuming sugar because of all of the...
Keith Littlewood on Fixing Thyroid Problems, Raising Your Body Temperature, Having a Higher Metabolism, Putting back on Weight, and Sleeping...
Wits & Weights breaks down the science of metabolism for lifters over 40, covering how metabolic rate affects fat loss and muscle building, plus...
Obesity Vs. Genetics & How Ketones Impact Your Heart, Brain, & Metabolism. Guest Dr. Latt Mansor joins the discussion to share evidence-based...
Mike Mutzel, MS Proves the Safety & Effectiveness of Ketogenic Carnivore Diets, Fasting, Metabolism, Autophagy & More. The host explores...
Dr. Rhonda Patrick delivers a comprehensive solo deep-dive into the science of cryotherapy, cold water immersion, and their effects on the brain,...
Chris Masterjohn discusses emerging research on D-lactate, a less-studied form of lactate with important implications for gut health and metabolic...
Layne Norton, PhD, performs a detailed breakdown of a landmark 2025 systematic review and meta-analysis published in Advances in Nutrition...
Tim and Kevin Rose discuss Tim's results with ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting that produced his best lab results in over 10 years. Kevin...
Dr. Herman Pontzer discusses his groundbreaking research on how humans really burn calories. Challenges conventional thinking about exercise and...
End on cold to force your body to reheat itself, maximizing metabolic benefit - this is the Soberg Principle. Minimum effective dose: 11 minutes...
Ben Greenfield interviews Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, physician and New York Times bestselling author of "Forever Strong," about her Muscle-Centric...
Josh Clemente, founder and CEO of Levels, discusses surprising insights from continuous glucose monitoring. A former SpaceX systems engineer who...
Dr. Dominic D'Agostino provides a practical guide on using ketosis for mental performance and neuroprotection. Covers how ketones elevate GABA,...
Your gut microbiome directly affects mood, immunity, and inflammation - and you can change it through diet. Fiber feeds beneficial bacteria;...
Host Rae shares her personal experience following the 30-30-30 rule, which she first learned about through Tim Ferriss several years ago but only...
Dr. Stephen Cabral examines the sardine fasting trend and explains why it doesn't qualify as true fasting from a scientific perspective. He breaks...
Dr. Stephen Cabral breaks down whether sardine fasting actually delivers on its longevity promises. He argues that while sardines are one of the...
Time-restricted eating in an 8-10 hour window shows metabolic benefits, especially when eating earlier aligns with circadian biology. Extreme...
PCOS and endometriosis are vastly underdiagnosed conditions with different treatment approaches depending on phenotype. Lifestyle interventions...
Exogenous ketones deliver calm, focused energy by mimicking the brain effects of HIIT. Includes specific dosing for ubiquinol, berberine,...
Morning coffee drinkers have 31% lower cardiovascular mortality than afternoon caffeine users. Filtered brewing cuts dementia risk by 50% versus...
Dr. Charles Brenner, a leading NAD metabolism researcher, joins Rhonda Patrick on FoundMyFitness to explain how NAD levels decline in disease...
Morley Robbins discusses how mineral imbalances - particularly copper and iron dysregulation - contribute to neurological disorders like...
Dr. Jason Fung discusses how to reset your body's fat thermostat through fasting and dietary strategies. He explains the hormonal mechanisms...
Dr. Suzanne Devkota and Tim Spector explore the bustling community of microbes living inside us—organisms that outnumber our human cells. From...
Jason Prall discusses the fascinating connection between mitochondrial health and the gut microbiome. They explore how these two systems...
Ben Greenfield interviews Emily Kaplan, co-founder and CEO of the Broken Science Initiative (BSI), about systemic flaws undermining modern...
After 50, you lose about 1% muscle mass and 3% strength yearly without intervention. High protein doesn't harm healthy kidneys; athletes eating up...
Tyler LeBaron explains how molecular hydrogen selectively targets only the most harmful free radicals while leaving beneficial ones alone. A...
Neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart explains why changing habits is so difficult and how to implement small, consistent improvements that lead to...
Most people underestimate calories by 600/day and overestimate activity by 50%. Training to near-failure produces the same muscle growth as...
Sarah Macklin interviews Dr. Inigo San Millan on why mitochondrial function represents the next frontier beyond VO2 max for understanding health...
Simon Hill critically examines the Fatty15 supplement with lipid researcher Bill Harris. They evaluate whether C15:0 qualifies as an essential...
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, Andrew Huberman explains the hormonal and neural mechanisms that regulate hunger, appetite, and satiety....
Dr. Nasha Winters discusses her multi-layered metabolic approach to healing and preventing cancer. The author of The Metabolic Approach to Cancer,...
This episode explores C15:0 and Fatty15 through a functional medicine lens, examining how odd-chain fatty acids differ from standard even-chain...
Ben Greenfield presents the first part of his ancestral mismatch series, arguing that modern humans are essentially living like zoo animals,...
Dhru Purohit interviews Greg Mushen, a health enthusiast known online as the "Walking Grifter," about the radical benefits of high-volume daily...
Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson dives deep into the metabolic pathways affected by C15:0 on The Metabolic Link. She explains how pentadecanoic acid...
Gary Brecka delivers a keynote at the Biohacking 360 Summit in Romania, challenging modern medical dogmas and presenting his core thesis: the...
Host SJ breaks down the 30-30-30 rule popularized by Gary Brecka on TikTok: consume 30 grams of protein within 30 minutes of waking, then do 30...
Dr. Tyna Moore interviews Dr. Jason Conviser, Chief Science Officer for Performance Health Systems and Fellow of the American College of Sports...
Your glucose can look normal while insulin is 2-4x elevated. Covers the physical signs that reveal insulin resistance (check your neck), why...
About 33% of Americans are prediabetic but 90% don't know it. CGMs reveal that identical foods produce wildly different glucose responses across...
Dr. Casey Means discusses the importance of removing processed foods and prioritizing unprocessed animal and plant foods. Casey and her brother...
The 6x10 protocol (6 sets of 10 reps with controlled rest) reliably boosts testosterone through training. Time your cold exposure strategically -...
Four micronutrients move the needle most for longevity: sulforaphane (from broccoli sprouts or moringa), omega-3s (target an Omega-3 Index above...
Dr. Mark Hyman, a physician and leader in functional medicine at the Cleveland Clinic, joins Andrew Huberman to discuss a systems-based approach...
10-30 minutes of morning sunlight is the single most powerful tool for circadian alignment - it directly signals your suprachiasmatic nucleus...
Ten bodyweight squats every 45 minutes beats a 30-minute walk for glucose control. Three daily 1-2 minute vigorous bursts correlate with 40-50%...
GW Integrative Medicine explores the connection between dolphin research and anti-aging with Fatty15 founder Stephanie Venn-Watson. The episode...
The Gladden Longevity Podcast explores the dolphin research behind C15:0 with Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson. The discussion covers how marine biology...
Dr Mark Hyman joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss the #1 diet change to make today to fight chronic disease | dr mark hyman. Key topics...
In this follow-up conversation, Simon Hill and Dr. Inigo San Millan take a deep dive into lactate -- debunking the long-held myth that it is a...
Professor Russell Foster joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss the hidden clock controlling your health | professor russell foster. Key topics...
Sarah Berry joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss fat: the full story | sarah berry. Key topics include nutritional strategies based on current...
Rich Roll & Tim Spector joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss how to break bad habits and transform your health | rich roll & tim spector. Key...
Jonathan Wolf covers what happens when you start eating healthy?. Key topics include nutritional strategies based on current research; how to...
Jonathan Wolf covers ways to eat better in 2026 | prof. tim spector and prof. sarah berry. Key topics include nutritional strategies based on...
Giles Yeo joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss why you should stop counting calories | giles yeo. Key topics include nutritional strategies...
Chris Masterjohn, PhD explains why mitochondria are the master regulators of human health. He covers how these cellular powerhouses affect energy,...
Dr Federica Amati joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss healthier holiday eating with smart food swaps | dr federica amati. Key topics include...
Andrew Huberman speaks with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a board-certified physician trained in geriatrics and nutrition, about how skeletal muscle is the...
Eran Elinav & Tim Spector joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss the truth about artificial sweeteners | eran elinav & tim spector. Key topics...
Andrew Huberman speaks with Dr. Zachary Knight, professor of physiology at UCSF and Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator, about the...
Carleigh Bodrug & Will Bulsiewicz joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss scrappy ways to eat healthier and save money | carleigh bodrug & will...
Andrew Huberman explains the neuroscience of fat loss, focusing on how the nervous system — not just calories in versus calories out — governs fat...
Dr. Sabine Donnai joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss what to eat (and avoid) in a world full of plastic | dr. sabine donnai. Key topics...
Dr. Diego Bohorquez, a professor of medicine and neurobiology at Duke University, explains his pioneering research on gut sensing and the...
Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall & Tim Spector joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss why you should eat 30 different plants every week | hugh...
Sarah Berry joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss why you should be wary of ‘low fat’ foods | sarah berry. Key topics include nutritional...
Top Doctor joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss the hidden dangers in your daily multivitamin | dr david seres. Key topics include nutritional...
Christopher Gardner & Sarah Berry joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss make the most out of every meal | christopher gardner & sarah berry....
Marion Nestle joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss food additives exposed: the artificial dyes and chemicals to avoid | marion nestle. Key...
Jonathan Wolf covers the healthy way to feed your kids | rhiannon lambert and dr. federica amati. Key topics include nutritional strategies based...
Jonathan Wolf covers forget crash diets: how to maintain a healthy weight | alan aragon & prof. sarah berry. Key topics include nutritional...
Sandor Katz joins ZOE Science & Nutrition to discuss how to start fermenting at home | sandor katz. Key topics include nutritional strategies...
Mark Sisson on Metabolic Flexibility, Alcohol, Fiber, and the Real Secrets to Longevity. Guest Mark Sisson joins the discussion to share...
Dr. Layne Norton analyzes research on high protein diets and ultra processed foods, separating evidence from hype and providing practical...
Andrew Huberman explains how cortisol and epinephrine (adrenaline) regulate energy levels and immune function, and how to deliberately control...
Dave Asprey sits down with biohacker and performance researcher Lucas Aoun in Dubai for a deep conversation on the biological systems that control...
Shawn Stevenson delivers a comprehensive masterclass on how cold water immersion activates brown adipose tissue to boost fat burning, improve...
Dr. Andy Galpin interviews Dr. Michael Ormsbee, a professor of exercise science and nutrition, about the intersection of food timing,...
Dr. Chris Palmer, a Harvard psychiatrist and pioneer of metabolic psychiatry, explains how mitochondrial health is the unifying framework...
Dr. Andy Galpin delivers a comprehensive solo episode on the science and practice of strength training for children and adolescents. He dismantles...
Dave Asprey speaks with Dr. Theodore Achacoso, founding pioneer of Health Optimization Medicine, and Boomer Anderson, CEO of Troscriptions, about...
Andrew Huberman has a wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Layne Norton, one of the world's foremost experts in nutrition and training, covering...
Chris Masterjohn presents the case for high-dose biotin supplementation, examining its effects on blood sugar regulation, cognitive function, and...
Leaky gut drives chronic inflammation that accelerates aging, heart disease, and neurodegeneration. Learn which foods and habits damage your...
Dave Asprey co-hosts a rare live conversation with Dan Buettner, the National Geographic Explorer and five-time New York Times bestselling author...
Jonathan Wolf covers zoe’s best health tips of 2025 - part 2. Key topics include nutritional strategies based on current research; how to support...
Jonathan Wolf covers zoe’s best health tips of 2025 - part 1. Key topics include nutritional strategies based on current research; how to support...
Andrew Huberman speaks with Dr. Robert Lustig, a neuroendocrinologist and professor of pediatrics at UCSF, about how sugar and ultra-processed...
Each VO2 max unit adds roughly 45 days to your life expectancy, and two years of vigorous training can reverse 20 years of cardiac aging. The...
Dr Rhonda Patrick sits down with Chris Williamson for a wide-ranging conversation on the daily habits that actually move the needle for health and...
You've heard us talk a lot about FanDuel, America's number one sportsbook. Well, we have something a little different for you. Now through...
Part 2 of the muscle building series focuses on nutrition for hypertrophy. Dr. Layne Norton covers protein requirements, meal timing, caloric...
Lucas Aoun interviews Stephanie Venn-Watson, the researcher who discovered pentadecanoic acid (C15:0) through studying longevity biomarkers in...
Rhonda Patrick interviews Dr. Peter Attia, physician and author of Outlive, in an extensive conversation spanning cardiovascular disease, cancer...
Andrew Huberman interviews Dr. Susanna Soberg, the researcher behind the landmark Cell Reports Medicine study that established minimum thresholds...
Dr. James DiNicolantonio, cardiovascular research scientist and author of The Salt Fix, joins Courtney Swan to dismantle the decades-old narrative...
Andrew Huberman hosts Dr. Craig Koniver, a board-certified physician specializing in performance medicine, for a deep dive into the therapeutic...
Compounding pharmacist Kris Gravant breaks down zone 2 cardio training for the general population, explaining why it has become the most discussed...
Dr. Stacy Sims, an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist specializing in female-specific training, joins Huberman to discuss how women's...
Dr. Chris Palmer discusses how different dietary approaches impact physical and mental health, including metabolic psychiatry concepts.
Sean from Upside Strength interviews Dr. Inigo San Millan, professor at the University of Colorado and performance director for Team UAE (coach of...
Shawn Stevenson interviews Dr. Susanna Soberg, one of the world's leading researchers on cold immersion therapy and brown adipose tissue. The...
Ketones are more than fuel—they're signaling molecules that spare muscle, reduce oxidative stress, and may benefit epilepsy and cancer. Covers the...
Simon Hill sits down with Dr. Inigo San Millan, an assistant professor at the University of Colorado and one of the world's foremost experts on...
Sal DiStefano, Adam Schaefer, and Justin discuss why traditional strength training is surging in popularity and how beginners should approach it....
Sauna works like aerobic exercise for your cardiovascular system, with regular use linked to reduced heart disease and all-cause mortality. Learn...
Ben Greenfield investigates the real causes of fatigue beyond sleep deprivation, covering mitochondrial function, hormones, and lifestyle factors.
When to Take Creatine for Muscle Growth & Performance. The host explores evidence-based insights on this topic, covering practical protocols and...
Dr. David Jockers breaks down the science of MCT oil, focusing on why C8 (caprylic acid) is the most effective form. He explains the differences...
Andrew Huberman delivers a comprehensive solo episode on the science and practical application of deliberate cold exposure. He covers the...
Vitamin D, Sun Exposure & Testosterone. Guest Mark Bell joins the discussion to share evidence-based insights on this topic, covering practical...
Actor Ethan Suplee and co-host Paige Dorian have a candid conversation about walking as an undervalued tool for fat loss, mental health, and daily...
Kelly Leveque welcomes back Robb Wolf, co-founder of LMNT and former research biochemist, for a founder-series deep dive into electrolytes and...
Intermittent Fasting Does NOT Increase Heart Attack and Stroke Risk. The host explores evidence-based insights on this topic, covering practical...
Dr. David Jockers explains how one teaspoon of C8 MCT oil per day can help burn belly fat, stop cravings, and balance blood sugar. He describes...
Leanne Vogel shares her updated perspective on exogenous ketones after years of personal use. She discusses how exogenous ketones can benefit...
Dani Hamilton delivers a passionate breakdown of the biggest misconceptions about vitamin D, starting with the myth that morning sunlight provides...
Paul Saladino and critical care RN Mike Fave discuss sugar and fructose, responding to claims made on a recent Huberman Lab podcast with Robert...
Dementia is Diabetes of the Brain: Metabolic Health and Cognitive Decline. The host explores evidence-based insights on this topic, covering...
Leanne, a functional medicine practitioner and nutritionist, makes a passionate case for why our skin needs more sun exposure rather than less....
Paul Saladino talks with Morley Robbins, founder of The Root Cause Protocol and the Magnesium Advocacy Group, about the critical roles of...
Robb Wolf, former research biochemist, New York Times bestselling author, and co-founder of LMNT, joins Josh Trent for a deep conversation about...
Why I Stopped Extended Fasting: A Muscle Centric Approach to Fasting and Metabolic Health. The host explores evidence-based insights on this...
Dr. Dale Bredesen discusses his research on preventing and reversing Alzheimer's disease through identifying and addressing root causes including...
Dr. Latt Mansor, HVMN's research lead with an Oxford PhD in physiology, joins the Singletrack podcast for a deep dive into exogenous ketone...
Dr. Valter Longo discusses fasting-mimicking diet research and its applications for autoimmunity, rejuvenation, and longevity. He covers the...
Andrew Huberman delivers an in-depth episode on the science and health benefits of deliberate heat exposure, primarily through sauna use. He...
Stephen Heuer from Synergistic Nutrition discusses the importance of blood pH balance - the acid/alkaline balance the body must maintain. He...
Carl Franklin and Richard Morris, two software developers who reversed their type 2 diabetes through ketogenic diets, break down the science and...
Most people eat across 15+ hour windows, but restricting to 12 hours or less optimizes circadian function. Melatonin inhibits insulin, so eating...
HVMN founder Michael Brandt explains how exogenous ketones work as a fourth macronutrient alongside carbs, fats, and protein, offering endurance...
Dr. Nadia Pateguana discusses the benefits and potential side effects of fasting, with a focus on intermittent fasting. She addresses the ongoing...
Dr. Steven Gundry explains the science behind apple cider vinegar and other vinegars as sources of short-chain fatty acids, particularly acetic...
Leanne Vogel interviews Tiffany Summit about her family's experience combining exogenous ketones with a ketogenic diet, particularly for managing...
HVMN research lead Dr. Latt Mansor, who holds a PhD in physiology from Oxford, joins Dr. Anthony Gustin to discuss the latest science on exogenous...
Integrative dietitian Allie Miller and co-host Becky Yu break down the latest research on why walking is one of the most underrated forms of...
Dr. Norman Swan and co-host Tegan Taylor tackle listener questions about the health benefits of apple cider vinegar. Norman provides a deep...
There is always a new diet circulating and they always get a lot of engagement. What makes the sugar diet unique is that it challenges the...
Evolutionary biologists Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying reveal that they completed a seven-day dry fast, consuming no food or water for an...
NASM-certified trainers Wendy Batts and Ken Miller break down the science and practical considerations of altitude training. They explain how...
Sean McCormick delivers a solo episode announcing his "Dry Fast With Friends" program, drawing on his personal experience completing a five-day...
Author Mark Sloan joins Adam Parker to discuss his research into cancer, CO2 therapy, and alternative healing modalities. Sloan shares how losing...
Hosts Kelsey Dira and Zach Nuit Towers introduce their "L2L" (Love to Learn) format with an episode exploring how intentional cold exposure can...
Nutritionist Dee McCaffrey covers glycine's wide-ranging health benefits on this episode of Diet Science. She explains that glycine serves as a...
Ben Azadi hosts Dr. Annette Bosworth (Dr. Boz) for an in-person conversation covering the metabolic damage of sugar, insulin resistance in...
Integrative dietitian Ali Miller interviews Connie Zack, co-founder of Sunlighten, the world leader in infrared sauna and light therapy. Connie...
In part two of his conversation with Adam Parker, author Mark Sloan dives deep into methylene blue, the world's first pharmaceutical drug,...
Ben Greenfield and co-host Brock answer listener Q&A covering exercise timing for sleep, cholesterol interpretation, raw milk freezing, stair...
Ben Azadi brings back Dr. Boz for a deep dive into hemoglobin A1C testing, the dawn effect, Ozempic side effects, and her sardine fasting...
Functional and integrative dietitian Amanda Montalvo delivers a thorough deep dive into potassium, covering its wide-ranging functions, how the...
Carbon dioxide, CO2, is often referred to as a waste product of cellular metabolism, as well as an environmental problem as it relates to shifting...
Leanne Vogel reconsiders her earlier stance against exogenous ketones after meeting dozens of users on her book tour who reported significant...
Neuroscientist and professor Shane O'Mara, author of "In Praise of Walking," joins Dhru Purohit to explain why walking is fundamental to brain...
Shawn Stevenson delivers a comprehensive breakdown of why walking is the most underrated form of exercise. As a former strength and conditioning...
Software developers Carl Franklin and Richard Morris, both of whom reversed type 2 diabetes through ketogenic diets, examine the science behind...
Dr. Guido Kroemer discusses autophagy, caloric restriction, and their roles in longevity and disease prevention.
Host Tyler Clark delivers a dedicated primer on dry fasting, explaining the practice of consuming absolutely no food or liquids for a set period...
JJ Virgin, Triple Board Certified Nutrition and Fitness Expert, delivers a solo episode dedicated to the health benefits of apple cider vinegar....
Vinny Tortorich and co-host Andy Schreiber discuss the practical use of MCT oil and coconut oil in a casual, conversational format. The discussion...
Dr. Eric Verdin discusses ketogenic diet effects on longevity, beta-hydroxybutyrate as a signaling molecule, and the science behind ketosis for...
Dr. Satchin Panda discusses practical implementation of time-restricted eating based on circadian biology research. He covers optimal eating...
Elizabeth Benton of Primal Potential gives a balanced, practical overview of apple cider vinegar for fat loss. She positions ACV as slightly above...