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231: You probably have dysbiosis—here’s what to do | Will Bulsiewicz, M.D. Jun 19, 2020

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Will Bulsiewicz, M.D.: "Gut health is immune health. When you focus on gut health, you are optimizing your immune system."

Bulsiewicz, a gastroenterologist and author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to optimize your gut microbiome right now, plus:

*The importance of eating a diversity of plants*

*How you can poop every day and be constipated*

*Why postbiotics are the most important part of gut health*

*How to tell if you need to cut back on coffee*

*How to make sure your frozen foods retain their antioxidants*

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229: Navigating the blood sugar rollercoaster | Kelly LeVeque Jun 12, 2020

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Kelly LeVeque: "Focus the majority of your meals on being balanced, so when you do have that bite of birthday cake, your body will be able to suck it up."

LeVeque, a holistic nutritionist and bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to pick the best foods for your natural blood sugar curve, plus:

*The difference between acellular and cellular carbs*

*Which foods can activate your sirtuins*

* How to reap the benefits of cruciferous veggies without eating cauliflower*

*The importance of balancing your amino acid profile*

*Why starting your day with protein is the best way to cut cravings*

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228: How to see beyond your own bias | Light Watkins Jun 10, 2020

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Light Watkins: “If you haven trained yourself to think differently, your mind and body will revert you back to old ways."

Watkins, a meditation teacher, mbg class instructor, and author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why a regular meditation practice is crucial right now, plus:

*Why discomfort is the true sign of progress*

*The next step after educating yourself about anti-racism*

*How to reconfigure your mind away from implicit bias*

*Why consistency is more important than intent*

*Why you shouldn't be afraid to say the wrong thing*

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226: The science of spontaneous healing | Jeffrey Rediger, M.D. May 29, 2020

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Jeffrey Rediger, M.D.: “A person does not have a heart problem or a diabetes problem. That person has a chronic inflammation problem.”

Rediger, A Harvard Medical Director and author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss incurable diseases and how to set the stage for healing, plus:

*The power of social connection for immunity*

*Why germs aren't the problem*

*Why flushing the lymphatic system is important for healing*

*Why faith is the antidote to stress*

*What people who experience spontaneous healing have in common*

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225: A return to ancient superfoods | Julie Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway Foods May 26, 2020

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Julie Smolyansky: “We all have our our grandmother’s recipes, our ancient superfoods. And there is science supporting those functional foods made from the earth.”

Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway Foods, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why functional food is returning to comfort food, plus:

*Why kefir is the champagne of dairy*

*How to help loved ones healing from trauma*

*How she triumphed as a 27-year-old CEO after her father's sudden passing*

*Why we are only as strong as the weakest links in our community*

*Why we should always invest in our guts*

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224: There are no accidents in life | Jay Williams May 22, 2020

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Jay Williams: “I'm a firm believer that regardless of how difficult times are, there is a purpose. If I didn’t find purpose in difficult times, I would've been doing a disservice to myself.”

Williams, an author, ESPN analyst, and former NBA player, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to cultivate a sense of purpose in every situation, plus:

*How to live in a constant state of gratitude*

*How becoming a father changed his definition of success*

*How to reinvent yourself after a setback*

*Why a growth mindset makes you more compassionate*

*Why pain should be cherished*

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223: The truth about metabolism | Cate Shanahan, M.D. May 19, 2020

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Cate Shanahan, M.D.: "A person who is seemingly healthy can have an undiagnosed metabolic problem, because most people in the country are undiagnosed."

Shanahan, a board-certified family physician, author, and nutrition consultant for the Los Angeles Lakers, sits down with mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss what blood tests can help determine your metabolic health, plus:

*Which seed oils are harming your health and what to use instead*

*The difference between a fast vs. flexible metabolism*

*The important food groups missing from the modern diet*

*How to tell if you have "healthy" body fat*

*How to keep your skin healthy after using hand sanitizer*

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222: Your genes are not your destiny | Jeffrey Bland, Ph.D. May 15, 2020

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Jeffrey Bland, Ph.D.: “If we know our genes, we know not how we're going to die—we know how we're going to live.”

Bland, the father of functional medicine, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to approach your genes with a functional medicine lens, plus:

*The top five plant-based foods for longevity*

*The four quadrants of function in functional medicine*

*How to practice functional medicine if you don’t have access to a practitioner*

*Why you might want to drink more beer*

*The next superfood and why it's so hard to harvest*

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221: Reimagine your happiness | Sharon Salzberg, meditation icon May 12, 2020

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Sharon Salzberg: “The mind is powerful—you can use the same tools no matter the circumstances.”

Salzberg, a world-renowned teacher, founder of the Insight Meditation Society, and New York Times bestselling author, sits down with mbg founder and co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss meditation, mindfulness, and the power of letting go. She offers advice (plus a real-time meditation) on how to bring our attention back to the breath, plus:

*The relationship between grief, love, and overcoming great loss*

*How to tap into your perspective*

*The power of a structured meditation practice*

*How to pay attention differently to relieve anxiety*

*How to choose between formal and informal mindfulness*

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220: The stigma of religion in the wellness world | Todd McCullough May 08, 2020

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Todd McCullough: "I would listen to my friends in yoga class be so judgmental about conservative Christians, and I went back home to the south and would hear people be so judgmental of [my Santa Monica yogi friends]. But most of us are all good people who want the same thing."

McCullough, a certified personal trainer, registered yoga teacher, and founder of TMAC FITNESS, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why we need to talk more about religion in mindfulness, plus:

*How mindfulness can help you turn off your aggression*

*Why spirituality and religion are two sides of the same coin*

*Why HIIT is the most efficient workout for losing weight*

*How to still the mind with movement*

*How to cultivate your spiritual well-being*

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