metabolic health
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hubermanlabApr 13, 2026How Women Can Improve Their Fertility & Hormone Health: A Holistic Approach to Lifespan and Healthspan
HealthAMH test (Anti-Müllerian Hormone)Egg qualityEgg competencyOvarian reserve- hubermanlabMar 9, 2026
Reprogramming the Immune System: Gene Editing, CAR T-Cells, and the Future of Cancer Treatment with Dr. Alex Marson
HealthCAR T-cells (Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cells)Gene EditingImmune System ReprogrammingInnate Immune System 
drekbergFeb 6, 2026The Overlooked Fasting Insulin Test: Early Detection for Heart Disease, Diabetes, Cancer, and Dementia
HealthFasting insulin testInsulin resistanceHyperinsulinemiaBlood glucose- hubermanlabJan 19, 2026
Dorian Yates: Low-Volume, High-Intensity Training for Muscle, Strength, and Life Philosophy
HealthMuscular failureLow-volume high-intensity training (HIT)Overload principleRecovery and supercompensation - hubermanlabJan 5, 2026
Mastering Habit Formation: The Art of Starting, Consistency, and Environmental Design with James Clear
Self-DevelopmentHabit formationBehavioral changeEnvironmental designFriction (in habit initiation) - hubermanlabDec 15, 2025
Optimizing Mitochondria: Beyond Energy Production for Longevity, Vigor, and Reversible Aging
HealthMitochondriaMetabolic healthBiological agingHair graying reversibility - drekbergDec 5, 2025
Top 10 Foods and Substances That Silently Destroy Your Kidneys: Understanding Hidden Dangers and Protective Strategies
HealthMicrovascular kidney damageSodium retentionPotassium balanceLeaky kidney membranes - hubermanlabSep 8, 2025
Personalized Metabolic Health & Longevity: Understanding Your Unique Glucose & Insulin Responses with Dr. Michael Snyder
HealthIndividual variabilityMetabolic healthLongevityGlucose regulation - drekbergAug 1, 2025
What If You Stop Eating Sugar & Use Agave Instead for 30 Days: The Hidden Metabolic Trap of Fructose
HealthGlycemic Index (GI)Fructose metabolismGlucose metabolismInsulin resistance - hubermanlabJun 16, 2025
The Transformative Power of Discomfort: Realigning Modern Life with Our Evolved Nervous System
Self-DevelopmentEvolutionary MismatchThe Comfort CrisisDopamine Reserves (Spend vs. Invest)Mental Robustness - hubermanlabMay 19, 2025
The Science & Art of Comedy & Creativity with Tom Segura
ScienceNeuroscience of humorPsychology of comedyCreative processReward circuits (brain) - drekbergMay 16, 2025
The Most Dangerous Meat: Why Source, Raising Practices, and Processing Trump Type in Meat Health
HealthSaturated fatty acidsMonounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA)Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA)Omega-3 fatty acids - hubermanlabApr 14, 2025
Functional Medicine: A Systems Approach to Healing and Vitality with Dr. Mark Hyman
HealthFunctional MedicineSystems ThinkingNetwork MedicineMitochondrial Health - drekbergMar 21, 2025
Top 10 Foods That Destroy Your Blood Sugar and Promote Insulin Resistance
HealthInsulin resistanceBlood sugar regulationPre-diabetesType 2 diabetes - drekbergMar 7, 2025
10 Signs You Need to Eat More Fat: Debunking Low-Fat Myths and Optimizing Health
HealthEPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)SFA (Saturated Fatty Acids)MUFA (Monounsaturated Fatty Acids) - drekbergNov 29, 2024
What If You Stop Eating Fats for 30 Days: Debunking the Low-Fat Myth and the Rise of Processed Foods
HealthFat phobiaEssential fatty acidsOmega-3sOmega-6s - drekbergNov 22, 2024
The Avocado Experiment: 100 Servings in 10 Days and Its Profound Impact on Blood Markers
HealthInsulin resistanceNet carbohydratesMetabolic healthFasting mimicking diet (FMD) - drekbergAug 30, 2024
The Profound Impact of Quitting Sugar for 30 Days: A Comprehensive Guide to Metabolic Health and Disease Prevention
Healthinsulin resistancecravingsinflammationobesity - hubermanlabJun 24, 2024
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon: Muscle as the Organ of Longevity, Metabolic Health, and Optimal Nutrition & Exercise Protocols
HealthOrgan of longevitySkeletal muscleEndocrine organGlucose disposal - drekbergJun 21, 2024
The Silent Epidemic: Why You MUST Reverse Prediabetes and Uncover Insulin Resistance
HealthInsulin ResistancePrediabetesType 2 DiabetesHemoglobin A1C (A1C) - drekbergMay 17, 2024
The Absolute First Sign Your Liver is Dying: Understanding and Reversing Metabolic-Associated Fatty Liver Disease
HealthNonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)Metabolic-Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD)Insulin ResistanceType 2 Diabetes - hubermanlabApr 1, 2024
Understanding Therapeutic Peptides: Uses, Risks, and Sourcing for Tissue Repair, Metabolism, Longevity, and Vitality
HealthPeptidesGLP-1 analogues/agonistsInsulinOxytocin - drekbergMar 22, 2024
Intermittent Fasting and Heart Health: Debunking a Controversial Study and Identifying Real Risk Factors
HealthIntermittent fastingTime-restricted eatingCardiovascular diseaseHeart attack risk - drekbergMar 8, 2024
Debunking the Biggest Lies About Fats: Insulin, Oxidation, and the Truth About Healthy Oils
HealthInsulin ResistanceLipogenesisLipolysisBomb Calorimeter - drekbergAug 18, 2023
Top 10 Foods That Destroy Your Heart: Unpacking the Real Mechanisms of Cardiovascular Disease
HealthCardiovascular diseaseMyocardial infarctionStrokeSaturated fat - drekbergMay 12, 2023
Debunking Glycemic Myths: Optimal Fruit Choices for Diabetics and Insulin Resistance
HealthDiabetes prevalenceInsulin resistanceGlycemic index (GI)Net carbohydrates - drekbergMar 10, 2023
Beyond 10,000 Steps: The Science of Movement for Brain, Circulation, and Hormonal Health
Health10,000 steps guidelineHunter-gatherer lifestyleUse it or lose it principleBrain stimulation - drekbergMar 3, 2023
Physiological Impact of a 10-Day Standard American Diet Experiment
HealthStandard American Diet (SAD)Insulin ResistanceMetabolic HealthUltra-processed Foods - drekbergJan 27, 2023
Unclogging Arteries Naturally: A Root Cause Approach to Preventing Heart Attack
HealthInflammationOxidative stressDamaged LDL cholesterolAllopathic mindset - drekbergDec 30, 2022
Beyond Calories: Mastering Metabolic Health and Sustainable Weight Loss Through Blood Sugar and Insulin Regulation
HealthCalorie deficitMetabolic adaptationWeight loss plateauSet point theory (weight) - drekbergDec 23, 2022
The Butter Experiment: Challenging Saturated Fat Dogma and Unveiling Insulin's Role in Blood Lipids
HealthTriglyceridesSaturated FatInsulin ResistanceLipoproteins (VLDL, LDL, HDL) - drekbergOct 21, 2022
The Shocking Truth About Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies: Hype, Hidden Sugars, and Ineffective Dosing
HealthApple Cider Vinegar (ACV)Acetic AcidWeight LossBMI (Body Mass Index) 
DrTraceyMarksSep 28, 2022Four Underrated Tools for Anxiety: Diet, Intermittent Fasting, Mindfulness, and Deep Pressure Touch
HealthProcessed foodsInflammationHigh fructose corn syrupIntermittent fasting- drekbergSep 16, 2022
The Shocking Link Between Sugar and Dementia: Understanding Insulin Resistance and Ketones for Brain Health
HealthDementiaAlzheimer's diseaseToxicity (brain damage)Deficiency (brain damage) - drekbergAug 26, 2022
Debunking & Validating Lemon Water Claims: Mechanisms, Benefits, and Critical Health Analysis
HealthCitric acidKidney stonesOxalatesPhytonutrients - drekbergAug 19, 2022
The Life-Saving Power of Fasting: Reversing Metabolic Disease and Challenging Conventional Diet Wisdom
HealthMetabolic healthHyperinsulinemiaInsulin resistanceAnabolic hormone - drekbergAug 12, 2022
Optimizing Your Diet: Unveiling the Right Ways to Eat 10 Common Foods for Enhanced Health
HealthGlycemic indexLectinsOmega-3 fatty acidsOmega-6 fatty acids - drekbergJul 8, 2022
What If You Ate 5 Eggs A Day: Debunking Myths, Maximizing Nutrition, and Optimizing Health
HealthEgg quality classificationsMicronutrients (vitamins, minerals, DHA, choline)Macronutrients (calories, fat, protein)Protein bioavailability - drekbergMar 25, 2022
The Carnivore Diet: Debunking Myths, Exploring Benefits, and Understanding Individual Responses
HealthCarnivore dietStandard American Diet (SAD)Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)Synthetic nutrient isolates - drekbergMar 18, 2022
Top 10 Healthiest Vegetables for Optimal Health, Detoxification, and Gut Support
HealthAllicinCysteineGlutathioneOrgano-sulfur compounds - drekbergFeb 11, 2022
Deconstructing the Fruitarian Diet: Metabolic Impact and Nuanced Fruit Consumption
HealthMetabolic healthInsulin resistanceLow-carb high-fat (LCHF)Standard American Diet (SAD) - drekbergJan 21, 2022
Avoiding 10 Common Intermittent Fasting Mistakes for Sustainable Weight Loss and Health
HealthIntermittent fastingWeight lossFat burningInsulin regulation - drekbergNov 12, 2021
Top 10 Worst Foods for Diabetics: Understanding Metabolic Health and Insulin Resistance
HealthType 2 DiabetesPre-diabetesMetabolic DiseasesMetabolism - drekbergNov 5, 2021
Optimizing Fat Burning and Health: The 5-Minute Hormonal Advantage of HIIT
HealthHormonal optimizationInsulin loweringGrowth hormone increasingMetabolic health spectrum - DrTraceyMarksOct 6, 2021
The Antidepressant Effects of Intermittent Fasting: How and Why it Works
HealthIntermittent fastingAntidepressant effectBDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotropic Factor)Brain plasticity - drekbergNov 27, 2020
Santa's Low-Carb & Fasting Transformation: A Metaphor for Modern Health Challenges
Healthlow-carb dietintermittent fastinginsulin resistanceprocessed food - drekbergNov 6, 2020
Holistic Strategies for Belly Fat Loss: Beyond Calories to Hormones, Lifestyle, and Individualized Science
HealthCalorie deficitHormonal responseInsulinInsulin resistance - drekbergOct 2, 2020
The REAL Reason Apple Cider Vinegar Works To Lose Weight: pH, Digestion, and Metabolic Health
HealthApple Cider VinegarAcetic AcidpH ScaleInsulin Resistance - drekbergJul 17, 2020
Intermittent Fasting: Debunking Safety Concerns, Restoring Metabolism, and Reversing Chronic Disease
HealthIntermittent fastingProlonged fastingMetabolic healthInsulin resistance - drekbergMay 25, 2020
Five Mechanisms: How Intermittent Fasting Accelerates Fat Burning and Enhances Health
HealthIntermittent Fasting (IF)Hepatic Glycogen DepletionFuel Preference (Carbs, Fat, Protein)Insulin Reduction - drekbergOct 11, 2019
Top 10 Ways To Lower Blood Pressure: Unpacking Mechanisms, Myths, and Root Causes like Insulin Resistance and Stress
HealthInsulin resistancePressure diuresisSympathetic nervous systemFrontal lobe activation - drekbergJun 24, 2019
Understanding the Dawn Phenomenon: High Fasting Blood Sugar on Keto & Intermittent Fasting Explained
HealthDawn phenomenon (dawn effect)Insulin resistanceKetogenic diet (Keto)Intermittent fasting (IF) - drekbergJun 7, 2019
One Meal A Day (OMAD) for Weight Loss: Reversing Insulin Resistance and the Six Modern Drivers of Obesity
HealthInsulin resistanceOne Meal A Day (OMAD)Anabolic hormoneFructose metabolism - drekbergMay 10, 2019
Keto Diet vs. Mediterranean Diet: Unpacking Health, Weight Loss, and the Role of Insulin Resistance
HealthKeto dietMediterranean dietInsulin resistanceWeight loss - drekbergApr 26, 2019
Keto Diet vs. Atkins Diet: A Critical Comparison of Principles, Health Outcomes, and Insulin Management
HealthAtkins dietKeto dietlow-carbhigh-fat - drekbergApr 19, 2019
Lazy Keto vs. Strict Keto: Definitions, Measurement, and Goal Achievement
HealthKetosisStrict KetoLazy KetoMacronutrients (macros) - drekbergApr 5, 2019
OMAD Keto vs. OMAD Carbs: Optimizing Insulin Sensitivity and Weight Loss with One Meal a Day
HealthKetogenic dietOne Meal A Day (OMAD)Insulin resistanceInsulin sensitivity - drekbergMar 18, 2019
Understanding the A1c Reduction Timeline: Mechanisms, Expectations, and Realistic Progress
HealthA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin)Blood Sugar (Glucose)HemoglobinRed Blood Cell Lifespan - drekbergMar 11, 2019
What Is Intermittent Fasting: Reversing Insulin Resistance and Optimizing Metabolic Health
HealthIntermittent Fasting (IF)InsulinInsulin ResistanceInsulin Sensitivity - drekbergFeb 15, 2019
Debunking Official Dietary Guidelines for Diabetes and Insulin Resistance: The Case for Truly Low Glycemic Index Foods
HealthInsulin resistanceType 2 diabetesType 1 diabetesGlycemic index (GI) - drekbergJan 18, 2019
Keto Long Term: Debunking Myths on Safety, Sustainability, and Fat Phobia
HealthKeto dietLong-term safetySustainabilityFat phobia - drekbergDec 31, 2018
Rethinking the Cost of Healthy Eating: Value, Priorities, and Long-Term Health in America
HealthFood affordability perceptionHistorical food expenditureNutritional prioritiesConvenience culture - drekbergDec 3, 2018
Beyond Skinny: Why Eating Junk Food, Even Without Weight Gain, Undermines True Health
HealthInsulin resistanceFat-storing hormoneGlycemic indexNutritional deficiency - drekbergNov 2, 2018
Dr. Sten Ekberg Debunks Dr. Oz's 'Healthy' Junk Food Fasting Guru: Weight Loss vs. True Health
HealthInsulin resistanceIntermittent fasting (OMAD)Carbohydrate toleranceInsulin sensitivity - drekbergOct 22, 2018
The Absolute Worst Foods to Avoid for Optimal Health and Why
HealthRefined sugarHydrogenated fatsWhite flourFood chemicals - drekbergOct 19, 2018
Dr. Ekberg's Guide to Non-Calorie Sweeteners: Identifying Harmful Artificial, Problematic Sugar Alcohols, and Beneficial Natural Extracts
HealthNon-calorie sweetenersArtificial sweetenersSugar alcoholsPlant extracts - drekbergOct 5, 2018
Optimizing Chocolate Consumption: Minimizing Sugar and Maximizing Satisfaction with High-Percentage Dark Chocolate
HealthSugar addictionCocoa solids percentageServing sizeTaste bud adaptation - drekbergMay 4, 2018
Keto Hot Chocolate Recipe: A High-Fat, Low-Carb Indulgence
HealthKetogenic dietLow-carbHigh-fatMacronutrients - drekbergApr 27, 2018
Glycemic Index vs. Glycemic Load: Understanding Carbohydrate Impact on Blood Sugar and Low-Carb Strategies
HealthGlycemic Index (GI)Glycemic Load (GL)Blood SugarCarbohydrates - drekbergJan 19, 2018
The Top Three Foundational Reasons for Regular Exercise: Brain Activation, Hormonal Regulation, and Fitness Enhancement
HealthBrain activationProprioceptionInsulin resistanceHuman growth hormone (HGH) - hubermanlab
Transforming Mental Health: The Central Role of Metabolic and Mitochondrial Health with Dr. Chris Palmer
HealthMetabolic healthMitochondrial healthMetabolic PsychiatryNeuroplasticity - hubermanlab
Metabolic Health as the Foundation of All Health: Understanding and Reversing Dysfunction with Dr. Casey Means
HealthMetabolic HealthMitochondrial DysfunctionChronic InflammationOxidative Stress - hubermanlab
The Science and Health Benefits of Deliberate Heat Exposure: Optimizing Metabolism, Cognition, and Longevity Through Sauna and Local Heating
HealthDeliberate Heat ExposureThermal RegulationShell TemperatureCore Temperature
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