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Big news: We’re launching a beauty podcast, hosted by mbg’s own beauty director, Alexandra Engler. We believe the conversation about the intersection of beauty and wellbeing is more important than ever. As Engler says: “Whether it be mental health, your body, skin, any number of things, beauty is real life. Your skin is you. It's important that we talk about it in this way."Engler joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss what you can expect from our brand new beauty podcast, Clean Beauty School, plus:*How we define "clean beauty" at mindbodygreen**How to decode your skin care labels**How your skin reflects your internal health**Why you should treat your skin care routine like an elimination diet**Why perfectionism is never the goal*Referenced in the episode:- Our new Clean Beauty School podcast.- Study showing barrier repair moisturizers reduced pro-inflammatory cytokines in the blood.- Ingredients to look out for on labels:Cyclic silicones: Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) Cyclopentasiloxane (D5) Cyclohexasiloxane (D6) Cyclomethicone Formaldehyde releasers: Bronopol DMDM hydantoin Diazolidinyl urea Imidazolidinyl urea Quaternium-15 PEGs, or polyethylene glycol: Polyethylene glycol Propylene glycol (PG)  Butylene glycol (BG)  *Fine when plant-based Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. 

Dan Buettner: “If you want to live a long time, you want to think about shaping your surroundings.”Buettner—a longevity expert, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of Blue Zones—joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the nonnegotiables for a long and healthy life, plus:*How to pack more movement into your everyday**Why you should keep your shoes by the door**How to actually find your purpose**Why kids who live with their grandparents do better in school**How much coffee you should drink to reap the benefits without feeling jittery*Referenced in the episode:- Blue Zones website.- Buettner's Blue Zones books.- Study showing the link between volunteering and mental well-being.- mbg Podcast episode #157, with Buettner.- mbg Podcast episode #34, with Buettner.- Buettner's TED Talk on how to live to be 100+.- Blue Zones true vitality test.- Blue Zones life challenge.- Buettner's National Geographic article on the world's healthiest foods.Enjoy this episode, sponsored by Lexus! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. 

William Li, M.D.: “We can now begin to test people who didn't have access to COVID testing earlier on to see if the photograph of the coronavirus is there, and that nails whether or not you've been infected.”Li, an internationally renowned physician and vascular biologist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to really know if you've ever had COVID, plus:*The link between COVID and vascular health**How to eat your way to better blood flow**What we know about COVID long-haul symptoms today**Why T-cell tests may be more accurate than antibody tests**How to self-assess your circulation & enhance it*Referenced in the episode:- The Angiogenesis Foundation website.- Li's book, Eat To Beat Disease. - Study from Germany showing 70% of people recovered from COVID have evidence for long-term heart damage.- Study showing soy food consumption associated with decreased risk of death in breast cancer survivors.- Small study showing those who were vaccinated had improvement in more long COVID symptoms.- T-cell test designed by Adaptive Biotechnologies, T-detect. - Li's Eat To Beat Disease Course with code mindbodygreen for a discount.Don't forget to submit your questions for our special 300th episode of the mindbodygreen podcast. We want to hear from our smart, curious, passionate listeners: Visit mindbodygreen.com/300 to contribute to this special interview and be entered into a giveaway of one of our MBG classes.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. 

Dan Barber: “You can't get truly jaw-dropping, delicious flavor unless it's from good, biologically active soil." Barber, an award-winning chef and co-owner of Blue Hill and Blue Hill at Stone Barns, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the link between nutrition and flavor, plus:*How to eat local if you don’t have access to farmer’s markets**How to eat meat sustainably**Why delicious flavor starts at the soil**Why regenerative agriculture is not enough**What we can do to make healthy, organic food more accessible*Referenced in the episode:- Barber's restaurant, Blue Hill Farm.- Barber's seed company, Row 7.- Barber's book, The Third Plate.- Study showing obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure associated with a higher risk of death from COVID-19.Enjoy this episode, sponsored by Lexus! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com.

LaRayia Gaston: "I’m not changing the world as a whole. I'm changing my corner of it.”Gaston—an activist and founder of the nonprofit, Lunch On Me—joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to feed someone's soul & why it's important, plus:*How to move past anger and into love when you're upset**How to own your own energy & deal with energy vampires**How you can help homeless individuals with simple micro-gestures**How small acts of kindness can help restore humanity**Why you shouldn't underestimate the power of a smile*Referenced in the episode:- Gaston's book, Love Without Reason.- mbg's documentary on fighting homelessness & hunger, featuring Gaston.- Gaston's discussion on homelessness and love at mbg revitalize 2018.- mbg Podcast episode #230, with Gaston.- mbg Podcast episode #98, with Gaston.- Lunch On Me website & how to donate.Don't forget to use the code SLEEP25 for 25% off your first month subscription of mbg's best-selling sleep support+ supplement. Our science-backed formula helps you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling rejuvenated. It has become a non-negotiable for Jason, as he takes it every single night. To learn more about the supplement he swears by, visit mindbodygreen.com/SLEEP25.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. 

Jud Brewer, M.D., Ph.D.: “Some people can benefit from medications, but everybody benefits from understanding how their mind works.”Brewer, an addiction psychiatrist and neuroscientist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss what the new research says about treating anxiety, plus:*How to keep up with the news without sacrificing mental health**How to help a loved one struggling with anxiety without feeling overwhelmed**Why you should treat anxiety like a habit**The link between anxiety and anger & why it matters**How to tell if you're addicted to being healthy*Referenced in the episode:- Brewer's book, Unwinding Anxiety. - mbg Podcast episode #197, with Brewer.- Study showing 1 in 5 people who had COVID were diagnosed with a mental health disorder.- Brewer's Five Finger Breathing practice.- Brewer's online habit mapper.- Amid our huge mental health epidemic, it's important to know you’re never alone. If you or someone you know are struggling and need support, you can always call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org. Don't forget to use the code SLEEP25 for 25% off your first month subscription of mbg's best-selling sleep support+ supplement. Our science-backed formula helps you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling rejuvenated. It has become a non-negotiable for Jason, as he takes it every single night. To learn more about the supplement he swears by, visit mindbodygreen.com/SLEEP25.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. 

Mark Sisson: “At the end of the day, all that matters is how do you look, feel, and perform—most importantly how you feel.” Sisson, a New York Times bestselling author and founder of Primal Kitchen, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to feel your best as you age, plus:*How to actually eat intuitively**Why you should center your workouts around play**Why you should practice intermittent eating**How to minimize the adverse effects of alcohol**Why walking is the most effective form of exercise*Referenced in the episode:- Sisson's book, Two Meals A Day.- Primal Kitchen website.- Sisson's website, Mark's Daily Apple.- Study showing effects of prolonged isolation equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day.Don't forget to use the code SISSON300 to receive $300 off of our functional nutrition coaching program, where you'll have access to 19 of the world's top doctors and experts and over 30 hours of instruction. Not only will you have a solid foundation in all things nutrition, but you'll learn industry skills to brand, market, and expand your own wellness business. To learn more, visit mindbodygreen.com/coaching.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. 

Madiha Saeed, M.D.: “If we can lower overall inflammation in the body, we can optimize overall health and wellbeing.”Saeed, an integrative family physician, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to know if your home is making you sick, plus:*The best pantry staples for managing chronic inflammation**The link between nature and your gut microbiome**How to sneak healthy foods into kids' meals**How to strengthen your gut-immunity connection**Why you can't jumpstart your health without gratitude*Referenced in the episode:- Saeed's book, The Holistic Rx.- Report showing that 1 in 3 children are exposed to lead toxicity.- The Great Plains Laboratory.- Study showing kids struggling with mental health have poorer health in adulthood.- Study showing that physical exercise can change microbiota composition.- Study showing that chronic inflammatory diseases are the most significant cause of death worldwide.- Research that identifies over 140,000 species of viruses in the human gut.Don't forget to use the code SAEED300 to receive $300 off of our functional nutrition coaching program, where you'll have access to 19 of the world's top doctors and experts. You'll become equipped with necessary skills to become the leader of your own wellness journey—and with over 30 hours of instruction, you can even turn it into a career. To learn more, visit mindbodygreen.com/coaching.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. 

Steven Gundry, M.D.: “The microbiome is the number one driver of energy production.”Gundry, a cardiologist and New York Times bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how much fiber you really need, plus:*Why postbiotics are the future of functional food & the best sources**How melatonin can benefit your health, other than sleep**How exercise snacking can benefit your health**How to optimize energy into your 70s**Why you should have a mono meal for breakfast*Referenced in the episode:- Gundry's book, The Energy Paradox. - mbg Podcast episode #135, with Gundry.- mbg Podcast episode #108, with Gundry.- mbg Podcast episode #44, with Gundry.- Alan Levinovitz, Ph.D.'s The Great Gluten Lie.Make sure to use the code GUNDRY300 to receive $300 off of our functional nutrition coaching program, where you'll have access to 19 of the world's top doctors and experts, including Gundry. With over 30 hours of instruction, you'll be ready to take your passion for wellness to the next level and turn it into a career. Learn more about this unparalleled program by visiting mindbodygreen.com/coaching.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. 

Drew Ramsey, M.D.: “It's really important for everybody with a brain to know how to feed it.”Ramsey, a nutritional psychiatrist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the best underrated foods your brain loves, plus:*How to actually grow more brain cells**Why you should have chocolate for breakfast**Why you don't have to sacrifice heart health for brain health**Why melatonin isn't just about sleep**How to upgrade your anchovy game & why you should*Referenced in the episode:- Ramsey's book, Eat To Beat Depression And Anxiety. - Ramsey's discussion on how food affects your brain at mbg revitalize 2014.- mbg Podcast episode #204, with Ramsey.- mbg Podcast episode #90, with Ramsey.- The SMILES trial.- Ramsey's Nutritional Psychiatry Clinician Training course.- Research showing the link between monounsaturated fats and depression risk.- Amid our huge mental health epidemic, it's important to know you’re never alone. If you or someone you know are struggling and need support, you can always call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org. Make sure to use the code DREW300 to receive $300 off of our functional nutrition coaching program, where you'll have access to 19 of the world's top doctors and experts, and over 30 hours of instruction. You'll learn all the ins and outs of functional nutrition and how food plays a major role in our overall well-being, especially when it comes to supporting our mental health. Learn more by visiting mindbodygreen.com/coaching.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. 

Dean Sherzai, M.D. & Ayesha Sherzai, M.D.: “Cognitive decline is something that happens slowly and gradually, starting in our thirties and in our forties… And there's a lot we can do about it.”Dean and Ayesha, neurologists and directors of the Alzheimer’s Prevention Program at Loma Linda University, join mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to optimize your brain health at any age, plus:*Signs of cognitive decline you shouldn't ignore**How to reap the health benefits of meditation if you hate sitting still**Why you should make checklists for brain health**How to better your brain by focusing on leg strength**Why multitasking isn't actually productive*Referenced in the episode:- Dean & Ayesha's book, The 30-Day Alzheimer's Solution. - Dean & Ayesha's discussion about brain health at mbg's 2018 revitalize event.- mbg Podcast episode #70, with the Sherzai's.- Dean & Ayesha's non-profit organization, the Healthy Minds Initiative.- Research showing how leg exercise can enhance the production of healthy neural cells.- Dean's meta-analysis on Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI).Don't forget to use the code BRAIN30 to receive 30% off of mbg's Ultimate Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition class, led by ultra-endurance athlete, Rich Roll, and plant-based chef, Julie Piatt. You'll learn all the fundamentals of plant-based eating—perfect for if you're curious about a plant-based lifestyle but don't know where to start. To learn more, visit mindbodygreen.com/brain30.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. 

Mark Bittman: "Now there's this [new] kind of malnutrition, where people are getting too many of the wrong calories and not enough nutrients.”Bittman, an award-winning food journalist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the problems lurking in food you probably don’t know about, plus:*Why your food isn't as nourishing as you think**Why kids should learn about where their food comes from to stay healthy**What you can do now to help build a better food system**How much corn you're really eating without knowing it**What we can learn from other countries about the value of food*Referenced in the episode:- Bittman's book, Animal, Vegetable, Junk.- Bittman's website.- One of Bittman's favorite food organizations, The Heal Food Alliance.- Another initiative Bittman loves, the Good Food Purchasing Program.- The Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) website, where you can buy local food directly from a farmer.- Senator Cory Booker's twitter.- Senator Kirsten Gillibrand's twitter.- Senator Elizabeth Warren's twitter.- Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's twitter.Don't forget to use the code MARK300 for $300 off our functional nutrition coaching program, where you'll have access to 19 of the world's top doctors and experts, seven of which are New York Times bestselling authors, like Bittman. These incredible experts will not only give you a rock solid foundation in functional nutrition, but they'll also teach you how to start your own wellness business and be the change you want to see in this world. Learn more by visiting mindbodygreen.com/coaching.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. 

Bruce Greyson, M.D.: “There's definitely a lot more going on than just the physical world. I don't see how there's any question about that.”Greyson, the world's most leading expert on near-death experiences, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss what he's learned from studying near-death experiences (NDEs) for 50 years, plus:*The most common patterns with people who have NDEs**How NDEs can teach us about what the afterlife looks like**What "seeing the light" really means**Whether you really see deceased loved ones on the other side**Why those who have NDEs lose their fear of death*Referenced in the episode:-Greyson's book, After.-The Netflix docuseries, Surviving Death, where Greyson makes an appearance.-mbg Podcast episode #211, with Roxanna Namavar, D.O.-Raymond Moody, M.D., Ph.D.'s book, Life After Life. -Greyson's research on NDEs and attempted suicide. Don't forget to use the code NR25 for 25% off your first month subscription of mbg's nr+. Our game-changing formula supports cellular rejuvenation, promotes youthful skin from within, and manages the size of wrinkles. Jason swears by it, and he's even noticed less fine lines around his eyes. To learn more, visit mindbodygreen.com/nr25.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com.

Amy Shah, M.D.: “Our fatigue and burnout problem is a diet problem, but it's also a lifestyle problem.”Shah, a double board-certified integrative medicine doctor, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the real reason you're feeling so tired & what to do about it, plus:*Why so many thyroid issues go undiagnosed**The type of fasting that may be better for women & how to do it correctly**How silent inflammation can cause burnout**How to boost your energy levels by focusing on NEAT movement**How six to eight servings of vegetables a day can transform your gut health*Make sure to use the code SHAH for $300 off our functional nutrition coaching program, where you'll have access to 19 of the world's top doctors and experts, including Shah herself. "Until this program, I was never able to talk deeply about how food can impact our health," she notes. To learn more about our unparalleled coaching program, visit mindbodygreen.com/coaching.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com.Referenced in the episode:-Shah's book, I'm So Effing Tired.-mbg Podcast episode #153, with Shah.-mbg article explaining circadian rhythm fasting.

Caroline Leaf, Ph.D.: “We spend between half to three quarters of our day in our minds time traveling between the past, present, and future.” Leaf, a cognitive neuroscientist and communication pathologist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to increase your mental fitness, plus:*How to measure your personal formula for happiness**Why millennials are more prone to anxiety**Why it doesn't actually take three weeks to form a habit**How to tap into your mind's optimism bias**Why you're never really living in the present moment*Don't forget to use the code HEMP25 for 25% off your first month subscription of mbg's hemp multi+. Our formula combines European Union Certified Organic hemp oil with vitamin D and other potent botanicals to help support a sense of calm and wellbeing—without getting you high. To learn more about the supplement Jason swears by to wind down, visit mindbodygreen.com/hemp25.Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com.Referenced in the episode:-Leaf's book, Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess.-mbg Podcast episode #237, with Leaf.-Leaf's clinical trial on mind management with millennials.-mbg article on Leaf's 5-step mind management process.

Will Cole, D.C., IFMCP: “You have to quiet that proverbial noise—whether it’s hormone balance, inflammation, or blood sugar imbalance—to hear that resounding voice of your intuition.” Cole, a functional medicine expert, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to find your carb sweet-spot, plus:*How to actually eat intuitively**How to make your fast work best for you**The best kitchen staples for intuitive fasting**Why you should use your desserts as a mindfulness tool**How healthy fats can make fasting easier for women*Enjoy this episode sponsored by Blendtopia (use code mbg2021 for $20 off your first online order or subscription)! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Also be sure to check out our Functional Nutrition Coaching Program, where you'll learn everything you need to know about nutrition from Cole and other top experts. Visit mindbodygreen.com/coaching to learn more, and use the code COLE for a $300 discount.Referenced in the episode:-Cole's book, Intuitive Fasting.-mbg Podcast episode #148, with Cole.-mbg Podcast episode #68, with Cole.-mbg Podcast episode #156, with Ali Miller, R.D.-Cole's mbg article on the difference between intuitive eating & food cravings.-Cole's mbg article on the ketotarian diet. 

Mark Hyman, M.D.: "Food is medicine. It's not just calories—it's information.”Hyman, a functional medicine doctor and New York Times bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the food rules you need to know, plus:*Why you can have “normal” blood sugar & still have an insulin issue**What healthcare will look like one year from now**The most underrated phytochemicals & where to find them**Why you should treat sugar "like a recreational drug"**How vegans and carnivores alike can get adequate omega-3's*Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Also be sure to check out our Functional Nutrition Coaching Program, where you'll learn everything you need to know about nutrition from Hyman and other top experts. Visit mindbodygreen.com/coaching to learn more, and use the code HYMAN for a $300 discount.Referenced in the episode:-Hyman's book, The Pegan Diet.-Hyman's mbg articles explaining the pegan diet and exactly what to eat.-Hyman's blog post about approaching COVID-19 with a functional medicine lens.-Geisinger study showing how offering free food to people with diabetes lowered financial costs overall.-Hyman's article in the Boston Globe.-Network Medicine textbook.-Hyman's TED Talk.

Dana Cohen, M.D.: “Before you start any diet or any nutrition plan, you first need to learn how to hydrate.”Cohen, an integrative medicine physician, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to drink enough water & stay hydrated, plus:*How to get more "gel water" & why it's important**Why you're probably more dehydrated in the winter**Why you should sprinkle salt in your water if you have a water filter**The connection between hydration & chronic disease**Why a green smoothie a day is the best thing you can do for hydration*Enjoy this episode sponsored by Blendtopia (use code mbg2021 for $20 off your first online order or subscription)! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com.Referenced in the episode:-Cohen's book, Quench. -EWG's water filter guide.-Research showing a moderate dose of 4 cups coffee per day did not result in dehydration.-Cohen's AquaTru reverse osmosis water filter.-Cohen's favorite sparkling water brands: Gerolsteiner, S.Pellegrino, & Spindrift.-Gerald H. Pollack, Ph.D.'s, book, The Fourth Phase of Water. 

Leslie Ellis, Ph.D.: “Dreams are not beyond our ability to understand. We just have to look at them with an open mind."Ellis, a therapist and dream expert, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to interpret your dreams, plus:*How to actually remember your dreams**Why you should daydream for better sleep**How to use your dreams to make practical decisions**The biggest misconceptions about dreaming**How to interpret your dreams without a therapist*Enjoy this episode sponsored by Bose! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com.Referenced in the episode:-Ellis' book, A Clinician’s Guide to Dream Therapy-Ellis' course for controlling nightmares-Montague Ullman, M.D.'s group process for dreamwork-Deirdre Barrett, Ph.D.'s book, The Committee of Sleep

Tanya G.K. Bentley, Ph.D.: "People lose weight, but where is it going? Actually, it's getting excreted as carbon dioxide by breathing out.” Bentley, a breathing expert and co-founder and CEO of the Health and Human Performance Foundation, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how your breath impacts weight loss, plus:*How breathing impacts your gut microbiome**Low-lift breathwork practices for in-the-moment anxiety**How to teach your kids breathwork practices that really work**Why hyperventilating on purpose can help stop panic attacks**How to improve your CO2 tolerance & why it matters*Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com.References:*Bentley's microbiome, performance & stress research: https://www.hhp-foundation.org/research*Ruben Meerman, Ph.D.'s paper on breath & weight loss: https://www.bmj.com/content/349/bmj.g7257*Michael Ristow, M.D.'s research on antioxidants & exercise: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2680430/