1,000 Waking Minutes

For more than four decades, Dr. James Hill has studied one of the most important questions in health and human behavior: how do people create meaningful change, and perhaps even more importantly, how do they sustain it? In this episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , we explore not simply the science of weight loss, but the far more complex and deeply human challenge of what happens after success. Dr. H...

Some of the most powerful health habits don't happen in the gym. They happen while carrying groceries, climbing stairs, walking the dog, folding laundry, standing up from your desk, or simply taking the long way around. In this episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes, Dr. Wendy Bazilian explores the surprising science behind NEAT, or Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis, the everyday movement that occurs o...

In this special guest episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes, Dr. Wendy Bazilian is joined by Lori Schulweiss and Jenn Giamo, the voices behind the podcast Everybody Talks, for a candid, funny, thoughtful conversation about time, friendship, stress, wellness, aging, work, movement, dogs, joy, and the challenge of being truly present while living modern life. Together, they explore what it means to spend...

What if the smallest, most familiar parts of your day are quietly shaping your brain? In this Science You Can Use episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian explores three fascinating studies that follow people over decades, scan the brain in real time, and track everyday habits most of us barely think about. From coffee and tea to fast, reactive movement like ping pong… to simply listen...

Life is often measured in milestones — birthdays, graduations, anniversaries — but it’s truly shaped in much smaller moments. The ordinary Tuesdays. The conversations you didn’t know would matter. The laughter that echoes long after the day ends. In this reflective and research-informed Episode 51 of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian explores a viral idea known as “365 Buttons” and what it...

Your heart is working every second of your life. It beats more than 100,000 times each day, delivering oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and immune support to every cell in your body. It adapts moment by moment to what you do, how you move, how you rest, and what you eat. In this important and empowering episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian explores why heart health matters in ways that...

When experts talk about health trends, it’s easy to focus on what’s new. But what matters far more is what lasts, and how those ideas actually translate into daily life. In this episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian breaks down the newly released U.S. News & World Report Health Trends Survey for 2026 , drawing on her firsthand experience as one of the expert panelists. Rather th...

Posture is one of the simplest — and most overlooked — strategies for protecting energy, reducing pain, and supporting how our bodies function every day. In this practical, science-grounded episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian explores why posture is not about appearance or etiquette, but about efficiency — working with gravity instead of against it. Blending research, clinical ins...

January brings a flood of wellness trends. This episode cuts through the noise, highlighting the patterns that actually work—so you can invest your time, energy, and attention where it counts this year. The start of the year amplifies wellness noise. New diets. New devices. New promises competing for your time, energy, and attention.—but discernment matters more than ever. This episode offers a sm...

Dry January, dopamine detoxes, and how short breaks can be powerful and productive. What if the most effective way to change a habit isn’t to push harder — but to pause, briefly and on purpose? In this thoughtful and science-backed episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian explores the power of intentional pauses as a tool for restoring energy, focus, and clarity. Using a pause from alc...

Menopause is finally getting the attention — and the science — it deserves. In this Science You Can Use episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian explores a meaningful shift in women’s health and what it means for how we move through midlife and beyond. This episode arrives at a moment when menopause care is being reconsidered — not through fear or outdated assumptions, but through upda...

Fibermaxxing — you’ve probably seen the term on TikTok, in health headlines, or from wellness influencers layering oats, chia, and psyllium like it’s the next protein craze. But what does it actually mean—and is it worth the hype? In this episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian takes a thoughtful look at the fibermaxxing trend: where it came from, what the science really says, and how...

There’s a reason a good laugh feels like it reaches all the way down to your bones — it’s one of the quickest ways the body remembers joy. In this uplifting and evidence-based episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian explores why laughter matters — from its power to rewire the brain and support heart health to its ability to boost immunity, reduce stress, and even help us “jog internal...

It’s all over social media — the three-bite rule. Influencers savoring  desserts, pasta, and pastries with the claim “just three bites.” The message? You can eat anything you want… as long as you stop after bite number three. Stop - Done - Basta! But what does that really teach us about food, choice, or control? In this episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian weighs in on the tre...

Some connections go beyond time and space. A childhood friend, a whispered prayer, a moment of gratitude—these simple practices can shape our health and how we experience our 1,000 waking minutes. In this episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian explores the power of connection—not only with people, but with something greater than ourselves. From friendships that shape who we are, to t...

Can your daily food choices improve both your health and the planet’s? Can movement help your memory more than you realized? And is just sitting under a tree—without even moving—actually medicine for your mood? In this “Science You Can Use” episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian shares three recent high-quality research studies that reveal how small, daily choices can deliver meaning...

One in four calories we eat comes from snacks—so why do we treat them like an afterthought? In this episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian takes us beyond the typical snack aisle debate and into a conversation about energy, nourishment, and real life. In fact, in our 1,000 waking minutes, snacks may be the most flexible, frequent, and overlooked opportunity to nourish well. In this e...

There’s a rhythm to giving—when we offer our time, our energy, or our care, something flows back to us. And as it turns out, that rhythm is good for our health. In this episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian explores the connection between volunteering and well-being—from boosting mood and reducing stress to even potentially improving heart health and longevity. And it’s not just ane...

This episode is for anyone who uses a screen… which is just about all of us. From the subtle aches in your neck and wrists to the fatigue behind your eyes, our digital lives are having very real physical effects. In this episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , we’ll explore what the constant scrolling, clicking, craning, and typing is doing to our bodies—and more importantly, what we can do about it. Yo...

Can more plant protein in your meals help you live longer? Is it too late to start exercising if you’re over 60? And what’s the one form of magnesium that may actually help improve your sleep and next-day memory? In this “Science You Can Use” episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian shares three new research studies that go beyond the headlines and into real life. These studies offer t...

In this special compilation episode, Dr. Wendy Bazilian offers a collection of “Mindful Minutes” she has shared in previous episodes for you to enjoy anytime you need a pause, a breath, or a gentle moment to ground yourself. This episode features a string of guided Mindful Minutes from 1,000 Waking Minutes , each focusing on a different aspect of well-being under the pillars of “Eat well, Move dai...

In this very brief episode, Dr. Wendy Bazilian shares a personal reflection on why true rest and recreation are not luxuries—they're essential parts of health. As she takes a short break to reconnect with family, nature, and herself, she offers thoughtful reminders about the creative, healing power of play, presence, and pausing. Whether you’re already taking time off or planning your next moment...

Can the Mediterranean diet help protect your vision? Is weekend-only exercise enough to prevent chronic disease? And can just ten minutes outside really improve your mental health? In this “Science You Can Use” episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian unpacks three studies that offer real-world, science-backed guidance. You'll learn how to support long-term eye health, reduce your dise...

In this special replay episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes , Dr. Wendy Bazilian joins Jenny Hutt on the Just Jenny podcast for a real, energizing, and thoughtful conversation about midlife, metabolism, hormones, GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro, and what it truly means to feel good in your body. Originally recorded for Jenny’s “Weight Wednesday” series, the recent conversation explores the...

As we enter the season of sunshine and fresh starts, this new episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes invites you to rediscover one of the most powerful places for well-being: your local farmers market. In this special story-meets-science episode, Dr. Wendy Bazilian explores the personal joy, health benefits, and wide-reaching ripple effects of shopping local—through farmers markets, co-ops, and CSA produ...