The mindbodygreen Podcast

"People don't react to reality. They react to their experience of reality," explains Josh Davis, Ph. D. & Greg Prosmushkin.  Josh Davis, Ph. D., cognitive scientist, Columbia-trained psychologist, and author, & Greg Prosmushkin, trial lawyer and author, join us to explain how neurolinguistic programming (NLP) can help dissolve conflict, reframe limiting beliefs, and fuel lasting behavior change. P...

“HRT is not just to feel better in the moment. It benefits your health in the long term,” Jila Senemar, MD, FACOG. Jila Senemar, MD, FACOG, distinguished OB/GYN, medical author, and expert consultant, joins us today to dive deep into women’s hormone health, including hormone replacement therapy (HRT), powerful lifestyle modifications, and smart supplementation. Plus:    - The truth about HRT (~4:1...

“We need to be okay with not being okay,” explains Caroline Leaf, Ph. D. Caroline Leaf, Ph. D., renowned cognitive neuroscientist and communication pathologist, joins us today to give us permission to not be okay and the tools to self-regulate. Plus:   - It’s okay not to be okay (~2:25)  - Resilience takes time (~4:45) - Powerful metaphors (~7:40) - Self-regulation (~8:55) - The unconscious vs. co...

“Green spaces and trees are not an amenity—they're a necessity,” explains Marc Berman, Ph. D.  Marc Berman, Ph. D., environmental neuroscientist, professor and chair of psychology at the University of Chicago, and the founding director of the Environmental Neuroscience Lab, joins us today to dive deep into the powerful benefits of nature on our mental and physical health.  - What is environmental...

“The arc of life is long, and it bends toward authenticity. You can’t hold your breath forever—eventually, you yearn to live your values,” explains Suzy Welch.  Welch, a bestselling author, founder and CEO of Becoming You Labs, and a professor at NYU Stern School of Business, joins us to discuss how to uncover your core values, identify your true aptitudes, and build a career that aligns with your...

“Get some motion, get some bounce, and get some playfulness into how you move,” explains Henry Abbott.  Abbott, an award-winning journalist and founder of TrueHoop, joins us today to explain how to prevent injury and improve mobility for all aspects of life.   - Immobility & how it impacts quality of life (~1:45) - What is P3 (~3:00) - Using data to prevent injury (~4:40) - Working the muscles bel...

“Simple movements, taking care of your mental health, and building deeper connections— those are drivers of longevity,” explains Drew Ramsey, M.D. Drew Ramsey, M.D., board-certified psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and author, joins us today to explain how all of us can take simple and actionable steps to improve our mental health, including the importance of dreams, adding in more movement, plus: ...

“ Never before has there been a time in history when women have needed more support,” explains Angela Foster.  Foster, award-winning nutritionist, health & performance coach, and speaker, joins us today to discuss how exercise is different for women, why syncing with your physiology matters more than ever, and how to use data, lifestyle, and intuition to become the most vibrant version of yourself...

“ Sleep is really foundational to those core building blocks of a healthy relationship,” explains Wendy Troxel, Ph. D. Wendy Troxel, Ph. D., a licensed clinical psychologist and certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist, joins us to unpack the powerful—and often overlooked—role of sleep in our lives, from its impact on sexual health and menopause to relationships, wearables, and beyond:  - Sl...

“Look at the symptoms you thought were just 'normal for being a woman'—they’re actually related to your pelvic floor health,” explains Sara Reardon, PT, DPT.  Reardon, doctor of physical therapy and board-certified pelvic floor specialist, is on a mission to normalize pelvic floor conversations and revolutionize the care we receive—at every age and stage. In this episode we cover everything from h...

“You can improve your metabolism simply through your microbiome,” explains Colleen Cutcliffe, Ph. D. Colleen Cutcliffe, Ph. D., biochemist, microbiologist, and the co-founder and CEO of Pendulum Therapeutics, joins us today to dive deep into the science of the gut microbiome, covering everything from the gut-metabolism axis and increasing GLP-1 levels to gut-supporting foods. Plus: - Starting her...

“The more fulfilled we are—and the more secure we are in who we are and why we’re pursuing something—the more it boosts our journey toward excellence,” explains Steve Magness.  Steve Magness, best-selling author, performance coach to Olympians, professional athletes, and executives, joins us to discuss how excellence and fulfillment go hand in hand, finding meaning, and the importance of connectio...

“VO2 max is the single largest predictor of how long and how well you're going to live,” explains Andy Galpin, Ph. D. In this episode, you’ll hear from: Andy Galpin, Ph. D., a professor of kinesiology, Executive Director of the Human Performance Center at Parker University, on why VO2 max is the #1 predictor of lifespan and how to improve your VO2 max fast  Martin Gibala, Ph. D., professor of kine...

“Movement in nature helps your gut health, reduces inflammation, improves your mood, and supports your hormones,” explains Amy Shah, M.D.  Amy Shah, M.D., double board-certified physician, bestselling author, and nationally recognized expert in nutrition and integrative medicine, joins us today to explain how to eat for longevity, get the most out of your walks, and so much more:   - Foods with po...

“HRT is probably the best thing that you can do to improve long term health and longevity,” explains Amy Killen, M.D. In this episode, we’re covering everything you need to know about hormone replacement therapy, including the incredible benefits of HRT and when you should consider starting HRT.  You’ll hear from: Maddy Dychtwald, author, longevity expert, and co-founder of Age Wave, on the study...

“ We're overcomplicating what it takes to live a healthier life,” explains Jason Karp.  Karp, founder & CEO of HumanCo and co-founder of Hu Kitchen, joins us today to share why the future of health starts with simplifying, how real food can reshape our health and habits, and why slowing down might be one of the most powerful practices. Plus, we cover:  - Jason’s personal health journey (~3:55) - S...

“The stimulus we need for longevity and power is to lift heavier,” explains Vonda Wright, M.D. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the science, mindset, and cultural shift around strength training for women—and why building muscle is one of the most powerful things you can do for your long-term health. You’ll hear from: Gabrielle Lyon, D.O., functional medicine physician and founder of the Ins...

“Vagus nerve health is a gateway to understanding inflammation,” explains Kevin Tracey, M.D.  Kevin Tracey, M.D., neurosurgeon, scientist, and entrepreneur, explains everything you need to know about the vagus nerve, including:  - What is the vagus nerve (~1:15) - Assessing vagus nerve health (~3:50) - The relationship with heart rate (~4:55) - Vagus nerve & inflammation (~10:30) - The power of el...

“Menopause is inevitable. But suffering through it is not,” explains Mary Claire Haver, M.D. In this episode, we’re diving deep into perimenopause and menopause—what the science really says and how to take control of your health and well-being during this transition. You’ll hear from: Mary Claire Haver, M.D., board-certified OBGYN and Certified Menopause Practitioner from The Menopause Society, on...

“There is no perfection, but you can do the best you can,” explains Aly Cohen, M.D. Cohen, board-certified rheumatologist, integrative medicine specialist, and one of the country’s leading experts on environmental health, provides a practical, science-backed roadmap for reducing your exposure to harmful toxins, including:  - How to reduce your exposure to toxins (~2:20) - Assessing toxic load (~3:...

“Unequivocally, you can reverse cognitive decline,” explains Dale Bredesen, M.D.  In this compilation episode, we highlight the best insights from some of our most popular conversations on brain health and Alzheimer’s prevention. You’ll hear from: Dale Bredesen, M.D., neurologist and the Chief Science Officer at Apollo Health, on his protocol for reversing cognitive decline Lisa Mosconi, Ph. D., n...

“ If you can fix your relationship with your phone and food, big shifts happen with your mental health,” explains Tj Power.  Power, lead neuroscientist, author, and founder of the DOSE Lab, joins us today to explore the vital role neurotransmitters play in our health, how to naturally boost dopamine, and how to build routines that set you up for long-term success. Plus:  - Neurotransmitters 101(~2...

“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 b...

“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:...

“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 (~...