Episodes

  • RHR: The Science of Longevity and Performance, with Kien Vuu

    RHR: The Science of Longevity and Performance, with Kien Vuu
    May 14 2024

    In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris speaks with Dr. Kien Vuu, who shares his journey from a medical doctor to a proponent of integrating science with spirituality for holistic health. They discuss Dr. Vuu's personal health transformation, the influence of the default mode network and technology on our well-being, and strategies to counter chronic stress. The conversation highlights practical steps towards achieving optimal health and longevity, offering listeners valuable insights into blending scientific and spiritual practices for a balanced life.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Dr. V’s background
    • The role of the default mode network in health
    • Impact of modern technology and social media
    • Improving longevity and quality of life
    • Conserved transcriptional response to adversity (CTRA)
    • Practical steps towards personal transformation and health

    Show notes:

    • Dr. V's book Thrive State
    • My Thrive State website
    • @DoctorVMD on Instagram and YouTube
    • Learn more about the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle or take our quiz to see which individual products best suit your needs
    • If you’d like to ask a question for Chris to answer in a future episode, submit it here
    • Follow Chris on Twitter/X, Instagram, or Facebook

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    51 mins
  • RHR: Building Your Fitness Routine, Staying Motivated, and Avoiding Burnout, with Jason Khalipa

    RHR: Building Your Fitness Routine, Staying Motivated, and Avoiding Burnout, with Jason Khalipa
    Apr 16 2024

    On this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Jason Khalipa, CrossFit Games champion, gym founder, and pediatric cancer advocate, shares his journey and insights on building a sustainable fitness routine, staying motivated, and navigating the challenges of burnout. Jason's unique perspective on fitness, from his early days selling gym memberships to becoming a world-renowned athlete and business owner, provides invaluable lessons for anyone looking to improve their health and well-being. Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or looking to take your routine to the next level, Jason's story and advice offer the inspiration and strategies you need to succeed. Join us as we explore the importance of finding your "why," setting realistic goals, and creating a balanced approach to health and fitness.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Introduction and background of Jason Khalipa
    • Earning progress and Jason’s current fitness goals
    • Juggling kids, business, and training
    • Exercise programming and Train Hard
    • Sustainable changes and goals
    • Preventing and overcoming burnout
    • Pediatric cancer and shifting perspective

    Show notes:

    • Train Hard website
    • Never Zero newsletter
    • @TrainHard.Fit and @JasonKhalipa on Instagram
    • Ava’s Kitchen website
    • As Many Reps As Possible by Jason Khalipa
    • Learn more about the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle or take our quiz to see which individual products best suit your needs
    • If you’d like to ask a question for Chris to answer in a future episode, submit it here
    • Follow Chris on Twitter/X, Instagram, or Facebook

    Add back in what the modern world has crowded out and feel and perform your best with Adapt Naturals supplements. Learn more and place your order at AdaptNaturals.com.

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    37 mins
  • RHR: The Benefits of and Science Behind Using Nootropics for Enhanced Brain Function

    RHR: The Benefits of and Science Behind Using Nootropics for Enhanced Brain Function
    Apr 2 2024
    In this episode, Chris Kresser delves into nootropics, substances that enhance mental functions such as cognition and mood. He highlights key nootropics like citicoline, UMP, PS, Bacopa monnieri, Ginkgo biloba, and others, discussing their benefits and scientific backing. This episode serves as a concise guide for anyone looking to naturally improve their brain function through nootropics, offering practical advice on usage and sourcing. In this episode, we discuss: Who can benefit from nootropics and how long does it take? Citicoline (CDP-choline) Uridine Monophosphate (UMP) Phosphatidylserine (PS) Bacopa monnieri Ginkgo biloba Alpinia galanga Lion's mane mushroom How to take nootropics and caffeine Show notes: “Citicoline and memory function in healthy older adults: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial” by Nakazaki et al. "Improved Attentional Performance Following Citicoline Administration in Healthy Adult Women" by McGlade et al. “The Effect of Citicoline Supplementation on Motor Speed and Attention in Adolescent Males” by McGlade et al. “Citicoline enhances frontal lobe bioenergetics as measured by phosphorus magnetic resonance spectroscopy” by Silveri et al. “Oral supplementation with docosahexaenoic acid and uridine-5’-monophosphate increases dendritic spine density in adult gerbil hippocampus” by T. Sakamoto, M. Cansev, & R.J. Wurtman “Antidepressant-like effects of cytidine in the forced swim test in rats” by Carlezon et al. “Effects of phosphatidylserine in age-associated memory impairment” by Crook et al. “Positive effects of soy lecithin-derived phosphatidylserine plus phosphatidic acid on memory, cognition, daily functioning, and mood in elderly patients with Alzheimer's disease and dementia” by MI Moré, U. Freitas, & D. Rutenberg “Acute cognitive effects of standardised Ginkgo biloba extract complexed with phosphatidylserine” by Kennedy et al. “The effect of phosphatidylserine administration on memory and symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial” by Hirayama et al. “The effects of phosphatidylserine supplementation on cognitive functioning prior and following an acute bout of resistance training in young males” by Parker et al. “Efficacy of standardized extract of Bacopa monnieri (Bacognize®) on cognitive functions of medical students: A six-week, randomized placebo controlled trial” by Kumar et al. “Effect of Bacopa monnieri on cognitive functions in Alzheimer’s disease patients” by Goswami et al “Effects of a Bacopa monnieri extract (Bacognize®) on stress, fatigue, quality of life and sleep in adults with self-reported poor sleep: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study” by Lopresti et al. “Effects of a standardized Bacopa monnieri extract on cognitive performance, anxiety, and depression in the elderly: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial” by Calabrese et al. “Neuroprotective role of Bacopa monnieri extract in modulating depression in an experimental rat model” by Zaazaa et al.
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • RHR: Tools and Technology for Better Mental Health, with Dr. Dave Rabin

    RHR: Tools and Technology for Better Mental Health, with Dr. Dave Rabin
    Mar 19 2024

    In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser is joined by Dr. Dave Rabin, a pioneer in mental health technology, to discuss the revolutionary Apollo device. They delve into the science of touch, stress management, and the device's ability to enhance well-being through non-invasive methods. The conversation covers the importance of the parasympathetic nervous system in emotional regulation, the vagus nerve, psychedelic treatments, the potential of wearable technology in mental health and the future of personalized medicine, and offers invaluable insights into the next frontier of mental health care, blending technology, neuroscience, and holistic health principles.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • The importance of touch
    • The evolution of our stress response
    • Exploring the Apollo device: functionality and research
    • Applications of Apollo in sleep, stress, and social settings
    • Psychedelic therapy integrating Apollo

    Show notes:

    • The Apollo Neuro website ApolloNeuro.com or WearableHugs.com
    • The Apollo Neuro app
    • Dr. Rabin on X(Twitter) and Instagram
    • Dr. Rabin’s personal website: https://www.drdave.io/
    • Learn more about the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle or take our quiz to see which individual products best suit your needs
    • If you’d like to ask a question for Chris to answer in a future episode, submit it here
    • Follow Chris on Twitter/X, Instagram, or Facebook
    • Get your free LMNT Recharge Sample Pack when you purchase any LMNT product at Kresser.co/lmnt

    This episode of Revolution Health Radio is sponsored by LMNT.

    As a member of our community, LMNT has a very special offer for you. Get a free LMNT Recharge Sample Pack when you purchase any LMNT product at DrinkLMNT.com/Kresser.

    Add back in what the modern world has crowded out and feel and perform your best with Adapt Naturals supplements. Learn more and place your order at AdaptNaturals.com.

    If you appreciate the show and want to help create a healthier and happier world, consider leaving a review!
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    59 mins
  • RHR: The Lipid Energy Model and Lean Mass Hyper Responders, with Dr. Nicholas Norwitz

    RHR: The Lipid Energy Model and Lean Mass Hyper Responders, with Dr. Nicholas Norwitz
    Mar 6 2024
    In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser sits down with Dr. Nicholas Norwitz to delve into the lipid energy model and the phenomenon of lean mass hyper-responders. Dr. Norwitz shares his perspective both as a researcher and as someone who personally experienced dramatic increases in LDL cholesterol levels after adopting a low-carb and ketogenic diet. They explore the recent shifts in our understanding of cholesterol's role in cardiovascular disease, particularly in individuals on low-carb diets who are lean but exhibit high LDL levels. Dr. Norwitz also discusses his groundbreaking research, including a provocative self-experiment involving Oreos, that challenges conventional wisdom about cholesterol management. This episode promises to shed light on the complexities of heart disease risk, dietary impacts on lipid profiles, and the potential implications for future research and clinical practice. In this episode, we discuss: Lean Mass Hyper-Responders and Dr. Norwitz’s Oreo vs Statin StudyThe Lipid Energy Model: A New PerspectiveChallenging Conventional Wisdom: LDL's Role in Cardiovascular DiseaseThe Problematic Research Ecosystem for Nutrition and MetabolismOther Potential Risk Factors Contributing to Cardiovascular Disease Show notes: Research Paper: “Oreo Cookie Treatment Lowers LDL Cholesterol More Than High-Intensity Statin Therapy in a Lean Mass Hyper-Responder on a Ketogenic Diet: A Curious Crossover Experiment”Oreo vs Statin Tweet on Dr. Norowitz’s XThe Oreo vs Statin study YouTube videoDr. Norwitz on Twitter/X @nicknorwitzProfessor William Cromwell on Twitter/X @lipoproteinDave Feldman on Twitter/X @RealDaveFeldmanLearn more about the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle or take our quiz to see which individual products best suit your needsFollow Chris on Twitter, Instagram, or FacebookIf you’d like to ask a question for Chris to answer in a future episode, submit it here This episode of Revolution Health Radio is sponsored by LMNT. As a member of our community, LMNT has a very special offer for you. Get a free LMNT Recharge Sample Pack when you purchase any LMNT product at DrinkLMNT.com/Kresser. Add back in what the modern world has crowded out and feel and perform your best with Adapt Naturals supplements. Learn more and place your order at AdaptNaturals.com. If you appreciate the show and want to help create a healthier and happier world, consider leaving a review!
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    56 mins
  • RHR: Healing Yourself from Within, with Conscious Oncologist Dr. Katie Deming

    RHR: Healing Yourself from Within, with Conscious Oncologist Dr. Katie Deming
    Feb 20 2024
    In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris talks with renowned oncologist Dr. Katie Deming about taking an integrative approach to cancer treatment. They discuss holistic methods of healing, the mind-body connection, environmental impacts on health, and the transformative power of integrative oncology, as well as talking to and supporting patients through cancer diagnoses, the revelatory work of integrative doctors and researchers, including Veda Austin’s work on water research, and the power of the mind in fighting off disease and illness. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Deming’s background and journey beyond conventional oncologyGenetics vs. environmental factors of cancerThe role of emotional trauma in cancer and illnessThe mysteries and secret life of waterPlacebo and nocebo effects in healing Show notes: Dr. Deming’s website“How To Talk To Someone With Cancer” – TEDx TalkBorn to Heal podcast with Dr. Katie Deming on Apple and SpotifyRegister for a free workshop with Dr. DemingFollow Dr. Deming on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTubeHuman Heart, Cosmic Heart: A Doctor’s Quest to Understand, Treat, and Prevent Cardiovascular Disease by Dr. Thomas CowanCancer and The New Biology of Water by Dr. Thomas CowanThe Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter & Miracles by Bruce LiptonCancer archives on ChrisKresser.comVeda Austin’s living water photographyLearn more about the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle or take our quiz to see which individual products best suit your needsIf you’d like to ask a question for Chris to answer in a future episode, submit it hereFollow Chris on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook This episode of Revolution Health Radio is sponsored by LMNT and Paleovalley. As a member of our community, LMNT has a very special offer for you. Get a free LMNT Recharge Sample Pack when you purchase any LMNT product at DrinkLMNT.com/Kresser. Paleovalley has an exclusive deal for Revolution Health Radio listeners. Head over to Paleovalley.com/Chris and use the code KRESSER15 to get 15% off your order. Add back in what the modern world has crowded out and feel and perform your best with Adapt Naturals supplements. Learn more and place your order at AdaptNaturals.com. If you appreciate the show and want to help create a healthier and happier world, consider leaving a review!
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • RHR: Why Eating a Plants-Only Diet Won't Improve Your Health or Save the Planet, with Jayne Buxton

    RHR: Why Eating a Plants-Only Diet Won't Improve Your Health or Save the Planet, with Jayne Buxton
    Dec 19 2023
    Jayne Buxton, author of The Great Plant-Based Con, joins Chris on this episode of Revolution Health Radio to discuss how ethical, regenerative farming and an omnivorous diet comprised of whole foods benefits both human and planetary health. They’ll explore the higher bioavailability of nutrients in animal products, how diets that exclude animal foods can damage your health, and the reasons why so many people have coalesced around the falsehood that plant-based diets are the best way to improve human health and save the planet. In this episode, we discuss: Why Jayne felt compelled to write her book in response to headlines touting the benefits and virtues of a meat-free dietNutrients, anti-nutrients, and protein quality in animal-based versus plant-based dietsThe issues of bioavailability, absorption rates, and nutrient displacementHow a lack of scientific understanding leads to confusion about what you need to survive and thriveThe prevailing environmental arguments against consuming animal products, including misconceptions about methane, emissions, and land use, and the solutions that lie in biodiversity and regenerative agriculture Show Notes: The Great Plant-Based Con: Why Eating a Plants-only Diet Won’t Improve Your Health or Save the Planet by Jayne BuxtonJayne Buxton’s websiteFollow Jayne on Twitter @JayneReesBuxtonToxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload Is Making You Sick—and How to Get Better by Sally K. NortonThe Vegetarian Myth: Food, Justice, and Sustainability by Lierre KeithLearn more about the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle or take our quiz to see which individual products best suit your needsIf you’d like to ask a question for Chris to answer in a future episode, submit it hereFollow Chris on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook This episode of Revolution Health Radio is sponsored by LMNT and Paleovalley. As a member of our community, LMNT has a very special offer for you. Get a free LMNT Recharge Sample Pack when you purchase any LMNT product at DrinkLMNT.com/Kresser. Paleovalley has an exclusive deal for Revolution Health Radio listeners. Head over to Paleovalley.com/Chris and use the code KRESSER15 to get 15% off your order. Add back in what the modern world has crowded out and feel and perform your best with Adapt Naturals supplements. Learn more and place your order at AdaptNaturals.com. If you appreciate the show and want to help create a healthier and happier world, consider leaving a review!
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    52 mins
  • RHR: The Gut–Immune Axis

    RHR: The Gut–Immune Axis
    Nov 28 2023

    The dynamic relationship between the gut and the immune system is crucial for maintaining overall well-being and optimal immune function. An imbalance in the gut microbiota can trigger immune system dysfunction and contribute to the development of autoimmune diseases, allergies, and even mood disorders. Conversely, a healthy gut can bolster immune resilience, reducing the risk of infections and inflammatory diseases. In this episode, Chris describes the gut–immune axis in more detail, makes dietary recommendations for supporting it, and shares the key nutrients and superfoods that can heal and fortify this critical system.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • What is the “gut–immune axis”?
    • The five pillars for supporting the gut–immune axis
    • Why you should care about the gut–immune axis
    • Dietary strategies for supporting the gut–immune axis
    • Key nutrients and superfoods for the gut–immune axis, including probiotics, prebiotics, colostrum, lactoferrin, and beta-glucans
    • The role each of these plays in supporting the gut–immune axis
    • Dietary sources of colostrum, lactoferrin, and beta-glucans and considerations for supplementation

    Show notes:

    • Links to all of the studies mentioned in this podcast can be found here
    • Edible mushrooms: an ancient remedy rediscovered by modern science blog post by Chris Kresser
    • “RHR: The Nutritional and Therapeutic Health Benefits of Mushrooms, with Jeff Chilton” podcast episode
    • Learn more about the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle or take our quiz to see which individual products best suit your needs
    • If you’d like to ask a question for Chris to answer in a future episode, submit it here
    • Follow Chris on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook

    This episode of Revolution Health Radio is sponsored by LMNT and Paleovalley.

    As a member of our community, LMNT has a very special offer for you. Get a free LMNT Recharge Sample Pack when you purchase any LMNT product at DrinkLMNT.com/Kresser.

    Paleovalley has an exclusive deal for Revolution Health Radio listeners. Head over to Paleovalley.com/Chris and use the code KRESSER15 to get 15% off your order.

    Add back in what the modern world has crowded out and feel and perform your best with Adapt Naturals supplements. Learn more and place your order at AdaptNaturals.com.

    If you appreciate the show and want to help create a healthier and happier world, consider leaving a review!
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    51 mins