ghrelin
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hubermanlabSep 4, 2025The Science of Mindsets: How Core Beliefs Shape Physiology, Health, and Performance with Dr. Alia Crum
PsychologyMindsetsCore beliefsImplicit theoriesGrowth mindset
drekbergFeb 28, 2025What Happens During a 100-Hour Water Fast: Benefits, Physiology, and Practical Guidance
HealthGlycogen depletion phaseAutophagyInsulin sensitivityGluconeogenesis- hubermanlabFeb 27, 2025
How to Control Hunger, Eating & Satiety: Hormonal and Neural Mechanisms
HealthVentromedial HypothalamusInsular CortexInteroceptionParabiosis Experiment - hubermanlabJan 23, 2025
How Foods & Nutrients Control Our Moods: The Gut-Brain Axis, Neurotransmitters, and Mindset
HealthEmotions (brain-body relationship)Attraction/Aversion (push-pull)Go/No-go circuits (basal ganglia)Vagus nerve (10th cranial nerve) - drekbergJul 5, 2024
Turning On Weight Loss Hormones with Fasting: Beyond Calories In, Calories Out
HealthFat burning hormonesGlucagonEpinephrine (Adrenaline)Cortisol - drekbergFeb 9, 2024
What Happens During a 100-Hour Fast: Unlocking Metabolic Health and Longevity
HealthExtended FastingIntermittent FastingAutophagyInsulin Sensitivity 
DrTraceyMarksNov 8, 2023Battling Medication-Induced Weight Gain: The Gut Microbiome Connection and Solutions
HealthAntipsychotic medicationsAntidepressantsWeight gainGut microbiome
DocSnipesJan 25, 2023The Critical Interplay of Circadian Rhythms, Inflammation, and Mood: Clinical Essentials
HealthEndogenous circadian rhythmsHPA axisGlucocorticoids (cortisol)Melatonin- DocSnipesJul 14, 2022
Mastering Your Circadian Rhythm: Impact on Health, Mood, and Daily Function
HealthCircadian RhythmsEndogenous RhythmsHypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) AxisCortisol (Glucocorticoids) 
HealthyGamerGGJul 4, 2022The Peril of Imitation Connection: Navigating Parasocial Relationships, Pornography, and Loneliness in the Digital Age
PsychologyParasocial relationshipsPornography addictionLoneliness (evolutionary signal)Imitation satisfaction- DocSnipesJun 10, 2022
Cognitive Behavioral Strategies for Mindful Eating and Overcoming Unhealthy Habits
HealthMindful eatingCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Habit eatingDistracted eating - HealthyGamerGGMar 24, 2022
What New Fat Research Actually Says: Adipocytes as Endocrine Organs and Their Systemic Impact
HealthAdipocytesEndocrine SystemHormonesMind-Body Connection - hubermanlabMar 21, 2022
Controlling Sugar Cravings & Metabolism: The Nervous System's Role in Glucose Regulation and Brain Function
HealthNeurobiology of sugarSweet taste reinforcementNutritive content (sugar)Blood glucose regulation - drekbergNov 12, 2021
Top 10 Worst Foods for Diabetics: Understanding Metabolic Health and Insulin Resistance
HealthType 2 DiabetesPre-diabetesMetabolic DiseasesMetabolism - DrTraceyMarksOct 6, 2021
The Antidepressant Effects of Intermittent Fasting: How and Why it Works
HealthIntermittent fastingAntidepressant effectBDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotropic Factor)Brain plasticity - drekbergJul 23, 2021
The Physiological Impact of Fasting: From 12 Hours to 5 Days and Its Profound Health Benefits
HealthGlycogen depletionKetonesKetoacidosisMetabolic flexibility - DocSnipesMar 16, 2021
Oxytocin's Dual Nature: Impact on Mental Health, Mood, Cognition, and Behavior
PsychologyOxytocinVasopressinContext-dependent effectsIntranasal oxytocin - HealthyGamerGGDec 21, 2020
The Weight Loss Scam: Understanding Set Point Theory and Sustainable Strategies
HealthWeight loss industryWellness industryObesity epidemicCrash diets - DocSnipesDec 1, 2020
The Psychology of Eating: Understanding Motivations Beyond Hunger and Cultivating Mindful Habits
PsychologyCircadian disruptionGhrelin and LeptinHPA axis activationMalnutrition - drekbergNov 20, 2020
Beyond Calories: Hormonal Balance, Satiety, and Sustainable Weight Loss
HealthCalorie density dietKetogenic dietNon-starchy vegetablesHunger and satiety responses - drekbergSep 4, 2020
Intermittent Fasting vs. Calorie Restriction: The Hormonal Truth Behind Weight Loss and Fat Burn
HealthIntermittent Fasting (IF)Time-Restricted Eating (TRE)Calorie Restriction (CR)Calories In, Calories Out (CICO) model - drekbergApr 24, 2020
5 Intermittent Fasting Tips for Managing Ravenous Hunger and Enhancing Fat Adaptation
HealthIntermittent Fasting (IF)Time-Restricted EatingFasting WindowFeeding Window - drekbergJan 6, 2020
Real Doctor Review: 10 Common Mistakes Preventing Belly Fat Loss
HealthGhrelinLeptinInsulinCortisol - DocSnipesOct 3, 2019
Intuitive Eating Basics and Benefits: A Quickstart Guide to Mindful Eating for Health and Well-being
HealthIntuitive Eating PrinciplesDiet MentalityBiological SetpointYo-yo Dieting - DocSnipesAug 9, 2019
Mental Health Aspects of Bariatric Surgery: Pre- and Post-Operative Psychological Considerations
HealthBariatric surgeryMorbid obesityPsychosocial outcomesPre-surgical assessment - drekbergJun 10, 2019
The 36+ Compelling Benefits of Intermittent Fasting for Metabolic Health, Longevity, and Disease Prevention
HealthIntermittent Fasting (IF)Insulin ResistanceBlood Glucose RegulationAutophagy (Self-eating) - DocSnipesJan 3, 2019
Serotonin: Functions, Imbalances, Interactions, and Natural Interventions for Mental and Physical Health
HealthSerotonin (5-HT)NeurotransmitterHomeostasisPotentiation - DocSnipesSep 14, 2018
The Impact of Light and Exercise on Circadian Rhythms, Mood, and Overall Well-being
HealthCircadian rhythmsSuprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN)Light therapySocial training - DrTraceyMarksJan 3, 2018
What Happens To Your Body When You Don't Sleep: The Systemic Impact of Chronic Sleep Loss
HealthChronic sleep lossInsulin resistanceGhrelinLeptin - DocSnipesSep 29, 2017
Understanding Eating Disturbances: Causes, Functions, and Interventions for Anxiety and Depression
HealthEating disturbancesComfort eatingLoss of appetiteNorepinephrine - DocSnipesJan 17, 2017
Decoding Symptoms: Mental Health Diagnosis Demystified - Understanding Anxiety and Depression
PsychologyNeurotransmittersFight-or-flight responseHigher-order thinkingAnhedonia (lack of pleasure) - hubermanlab
Understanding Major Depression: Neurobiology, Symptoms, and the Pleasure-Pain Balance
NeurosciencePleasure-pain balanceDopamineNeuromodulatorAnhedonia
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