Max Lugavere

The Genius Life

Health EN ↓ 602 episodes

Equal parts rigorous, rebellious, and ridiculously useful. Hosted by Max Lugavere, health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most trusted voices in wellness.⁣⁣⁣ Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.

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Max Lugavere

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Health

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Latest episode

Oct 14, 2026

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Episodes

598: Why You’re Eating Healthy but Still Not Losing Fat | Dominik Nischwitz, ND, DDS 14.10.2026

Dr. Dominik Nischwitz returns to unpack the biggest myths about fat loss, muscle growth, and healthy eating—and how to get leaner and stronger without obsessing over every carb, calorie, or wearable score. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Jaspr is a powerful and beautiful at home air-scrubber that passively makes your home environment healthier by removing allergens, VOCs, dust, pollen, and m...

597: The Food, Exercise, and Sleep Strategies Everyone With ADHD Should Know | Jolene Brighten, ND 07.10.2026

Dr. Jolene Brighten, author of the new book ADHD and Women: A Guide to Optimizing Your Hormones and Thriving with ADHD , reveals why ADHD is often missed in women, how hormones can shape symptoms, and practical strategies to improve focus, sleep, and daily functioning. This episode is proudly sponsored by: LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charged up...

596: How to Get Better, More Youthful, More Resilient Skin Without a 10-Step Routine | Doris Day, MD 30.09.2026

Dermatologist Dr. Doris Day shares how to build a simple skincare routine, protect against sun damage, and navigate hormonal changes for healthier, more youthful-looking skin at any age. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://maxl.ug/dailysteps  - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere Watch my new documentary Little...

595: The Nervous System Tools That Help You Feel Calm, Safe, and in Control | Jonny Miller 23.09.2026

Nervous system educator Jonny Miller shares practical tools to become less reactive, recover faster from stress and conflict, process difficult emotions and grief, and regain a greater sense of agency over your life. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://maxl.ug/dailysteps  - Get my FREE eBook now! This episode is proudly sponsored by: Jaspr is a powerful and beautiful at...

594: How to Build a Longer, Stronger, More Meaningful Life | Allison Aubrey 16.09.2026

NPR health and science journalist Allison Aubrey joins Max to unpack the habits that help us stay strong, sharp, healthy, and purposeful as we age—and why midlife may be less of a crisis than an opportunity to reinvent how we live. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Rula helps you find licensed therapists and psychiatrists who fit your needs and work with your insurance; patients pay an average...

593: The Daily Habits That Keep Your Brain Sharp at Any Age | Jim Kwik 09.09.2026

Jim Kwik, bestselling author of Limitless Daily: 366 Keys to Train Your Brain, Master Your Mind, and Win Every Day , shares the simple daily habits that can help improve memory, focus, cognitive resilience, and brain health at any age. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Jaspr is a powerful and beautiful at home air-scrubber that passively makes your home environment healthier by removing allerg...

592: The Hidden Cause of Brain Fog, Fatigue and Poor Metabolic Health | Will Cole, DC 02.09.2026

Dr. Will Cole joins Max to explore how gut health, mitochondria, fasting, hormesis, and modern environmental stressors may influence cellular health, energy, and the way we age. This episode is proudly sponsored by: LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charged up after a sweat sesh. Get a free 8-serving sample pack at drinklmnt.com/geniuslife . Just Thr...

591: How to Manage ADHD Naturally – A Psychiatrist’s Guide to Focus, Sleep and Emotional Regulation | Sasha Hamdani, MD 26.08.2026

Sasha Hamdani, psychiatrist and author of Too Sensitive: Rejection, Resilience, and the Science of Feeling Deeply , breaks down how ADHD affects focus, motivation, emotional regulation, and sleep—and the lifestyle, behavioral, and medical tools that can help. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Jaspr is a powerful and beautiful at home air-scrubber that passively makes your home environment heal...

590: The Hidden Driver of Alzheimer’s Disease and How to Protect Your Brain | David Perlmutter, MD 19.08.2026

In this episode, neurologist and bestselling author Dr. David Perlmutter, author of  Brain Defenders , explains how metabolism, inflammation, microglia, sleep, exercise, diet, and environmental exposures may shape your risk for Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases. This episode is proudly sponsored by: BUBS Naturals makes my favorite collagen, pure and unflavored, perfect for mixing in...

589: Are You Trying Too Hard to Be Healthy? How Optimizing Your Health Can Backfire | Lucy McBride, MD 12.08.2026

Dr. Lucy McBride reveals how our obsession with wellness and optimization can backfire—and how to focus on the health habits, questions, and decisions that actually matter. This episode is proudly sponsored by: AG1 is my favorite multivitamin now in delicious new flavors! Enjoy a free 1 year supply of vitamin D and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit drink...

AMA 5: The Health Rules I’ve Changed My Mind About 05.08.2026

In this wide-ranging AMA, Max tackles persistent nutrition myths, red meat, creatine gummies, walking, cardio, indulgence, safer strength training, and how he’s feeling 18 months after artificial disc replacement. This episode is proudly sponsored by: LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charged up after a sweat sesh. Get a free 8-serving sample pack at...

588: How to Stop Overthinking, Face Discomfort, and Take Back Control of Your Life | Amy Morin 29.07.2026

Psychotherapist and bestselling author Amy Morin shares practical strategies from  The Mental Strength Playbook  for overcoming rumination, using anxiety productively, navigating grief, and building a stronger mind without simply white-knuckling your way through life. This episode is proudly sponsored by: ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic Drink is the world’s first genetically engineered probiotic, d...

587: The 5 Biomarkers That Predict How Well You’ll Age | Florence Comite, MD 22.07.2026

Florence Comite, MD, a Yale-trained endocrinologist, precision-medicine pioneer, and author of Invincible , explains the five biomarkers that reveal how well you’re aging and explores testosterone, metabolic health, cardiovascular risk, biological-age testing, sleep, fertility, and the early warning signs of future disease. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Jaspr is a powerful and beautiful at...

586: The Dermatologist’s Guide to Skin Cancer, Hair Loss, Itch, and Aging | Teo Soleymani, MD 15.07.2026

Teo Soleymani, MD, board-certified dermatologist, fellowship-trained skin cancer surgeon, and author of  Skin Protocols , returns to The Genius Life for a wide-ranging conversation on skin cancer, sun exposure, anti-aging, itch, hair loss, and the daily habits that actually support healthier skin This episode is proudly sponsored by: Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protein needs!...

585: The Real Reason Modern Life Feels So Overwhelming, and What to Do About It | Dave Rabin, MD PhD 08.07.2026

Dr. Dave Rabin, MD, PhD, a board-certified psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and author of A Simple Guide to Being Alive, joins Max to explain why modern life feels so overwhelming, how anxiety can be understood as a signal from the body, and what simple tools can help restore a sense of safety, calm, and connection. This episode is proudly sponsored by: AG1 is my favorite multivitamin now in deliciou...

584: Why Saying Yes to Everything Is Costing You More Than You Think | Wallo267 01.07.2026

Wallo267 is an entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author, and cultural force who transformed 20 years in prison into a life of purpose, impact, and reinvention. In this episode, he joins Max to discuss his new book,  Yes to You, No to Them , and the power of saying no, choosing yourself, and living with urgency. This episode is proudly sponsored by: LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free...

583: The Hard Truth About Beauty, Muscle, Fat Loss, and Self-Worth | Mike Israetel, PhD 24.06.2026

Dr. Mike Israetel, exercise scientist, professor, competitive bodybuilder, Brazilian jiu-jitsu athlete, and co-founder of Renaissance Periodization, returns to The Genius Life to discuss his provocative new book, The Aesthetic Revolution , and why wanting to look better may be one of the most misunderstood paths to feeling better. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Puori PW1 protein is here to...

582: The Simple Home Fix That Could Improve Sleep, Allergies, and Brain Fog | Michael Feldstein 17.06.2026

Michael Feldstein, founder of Jaspr and an indoor air quality expert with a background in mold remediation, flood and fire restoration, joins Max to reveal the invisible pollutants hiding in your home—and the simple, passive upgrades that may improve your sleep, allergies, brain fog, and long-term health. Visit Jaspr.co/GENIUS and use code GENIUS for $300 off only through 6/30. This episode is pro...

581: Why Everybody's Single! The Brutal Truth About Modern Dating | Jared Freid 10.06.2026

If you are easily offended, skip this episode! Jared Freid is a stand-up comedian, host of the  JTrain Podcast , co-host of  U Up? , and author of the new book  Walking Red Flag , a hilarious and surprisingly honest look at modern dating, relationships, and why finding love has never felt more complicated. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Wildgrain slow-fermented sourdough and fresh pastries...

580: The Best Foods to Fight Weight Gain and Disease (Top Nutrition Scientist Explains!) | Ty Beal, PhD 03.06.2026

Ty Beal, PhD , a nutrition researcher, host of the Ty Beal Show podcast, and leading expert in nutrient density, returns to reveal the healthiest foods humans can eat, the simple label trick that exposes ultra-processed junk, and why so much conventional nutrition guidance has gotten real food so wrong. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protein...

579: Fat Loss Gets Easier When You Understand This | Angelo Keely 27.05.2026

Angelo Keely, protein expert & co-founder of Kion , joins Max for a deep dive into sustainable fat loss, emotional eating, protein, muscle preservation, and the simple habits that helped him lose 25 pounds. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Kion is known for their transparent and evidence-based essential amino acid (EAA) supplements which help save you calories while providing all essentia...

578: Why Oversharing Is Actually Good For You and Your Relationships | Leslie John, PhD 25.05.2026

Leslie John is a behavioral scientist and professor at Harvard Business School who joins Max to discuss the surprising science-backed benefits of oversharing, emotional vulnerability, self-deprecating humor and human connection. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Wildgrain slow-fermented sourdough and fresh pastries go from freezer to bakery-level perfection in under 25 minutes. Yum! Get $30 of...

577: How to Stay Calm in a World Designed to Overstimulate You | Sam Yo 20.05.2026

Buddhist monk turned Peloton instructor Sam Yo joins Max to discuss overstimulation, doomscrolling, mindfulness, movement as meditation, and his new book A Monk’s Mindset — exploring how to cultivate calm, clarity, and presence in a world designed to hijack your attention. This episode is proudly sponsored by: LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charge...

576: The Mysterious Health Benefits of Ice Cream, and Why Wellness Culture May Be Overthinking Health | Ezekiel Emanuel, MD 18.05.2026

In this wide-ranging and occasionally provocative conversation, physician and public health expert Ezekiel J. Emanuel joins Max to discuss friendship, longevity, ultra-processed foods, protein, seed oils, red meat, and the surprisingly controversial idea that ice cream might actually have health benefits. This episode is proudly sponsored by: Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protei...

575: How to Stop Overthinking, Become More Resilient, and Thrive in Chaos | Simone Stolzoff 13.05.2026

Simone Stolzoff is a journalist, author, and workplace expert who joins Max to discuss his new book  How to Not Know  and why learning to tolerate uncertainty may be one of the most important skills for mental health, resilience, creativity, and success in the modern world. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f  - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Geni...

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