metabolism
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DocSnipesJan 26, 2026Oxytocin's Dual Role: Tend and Defend in Immune Function, Pain, Metabolism, and Social Safety
HealthOxytocin (tend and defend hormone)Stress physiologyRelational threatContext-dependent effects
hubermanlabAug 4, 2025How to Control Your Cortisol & Overcome Burnout by Optimizing Your Circadian Rhythm
HealthCortisol rhythmCircadian rhythmBurnoutStress hormone (redefined)
drekbergApr 25, 2025The 30-Day No-Snacking Challenge: Reclaiming Metabolic Health and Challenging Food Myths
HealthMetabolismATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)Blood Glucose RegulationInsulin- hubermanlabMar 6, 2025
Optimizing Metabolism: The Science of Thyroid and Growth Hormone Regulation
HealthThyroid hormone (T3, T4)Growth hormoneMetabolismHypothalamus 
DrTraceyMarksNov 29, 2023The Dark Side of Daylight Saving Time: Circadian Disruption and Health Consequences
HealthCircadian rhythmDaylight Saving Time (DST)Standard TimeMorning sunlight- drekbergOct 27, 2023
Understanding 'Carbs That Matter': A Deep Dive into Top 10 No-Sugar, Low-Carb Foods and Their Metabolic Impact
HealthCarbohydrates that matterBlood sugar regulationInsulin responseMetabolism - DrTraceyMarksSep 13, 2023
Microdosing Prescription Medications vs. Psychedelics: A Psychiatrist's Explanation of Efficacy and Risks
HealthMicrodosingPsychedelic substancesLSDPsilocybin - drekbergAug 4, 2023
The Shocking Truth About Eggs, Cholesterol, and Heart Disease: Debunking Dogma and Understanding Metabolic Health
HealthCholesterol dogmaSaturated fat dogmaSeven Countries StudyCherry-picking data - hubermanlabMay 15, 2023
The Science and Protocols of Deliberate Cold and Heat Exposure for Metabolism, Mood, and Health with Dr. Susanna Soberg
HealthDeliberate Cold ExposureDeliberate Heat ExposureBrown Fat ThermogenesisSympathetic Nervous System - hubermanlabFeb 1, 2023
Optimizing Endurance and Fat Loss: The Science of Fatigue Management, Fueling, and Metabolic Efficiency
Healthfatigue managementfueling systemsendurance adaptationcardiovascular work - hubermanlabDec 8, 2022
Optimizing Deep Sleep: Behavioral and Supplemental Strategies for Enhanced Slow-Wave Sleep
HealthDeep Sleep (Slow-Wave Sleep)REM Sleep (Rapid Eye Movement Sleep)Sleep ArchitectureGrowth Hormone Release 
HealthyGamerGGDec 7, 2022A Psychiatrist's Multifaceted Approach to Understanding and Overcoming Chronic Tiredness
HealthTiredness (mental and physiological)Circadian rhythmMetabolismSleep apnea- hubermanlabOct 17, 2022
Foundational Fitness Protocol: Optimizing Physical Health for Lifespan and Healthspan
HealthCardiovascular healthHealthspanLifespanFitness protocols - hubermanlabSep 19, 2022
Nicotine's Nuanced Effects on Brain & Body: Focus, Addiction, and Strategies for Quitting Smoking & Vaping
HealthNicotineVapingSmokingAddiction - drekbergSep 9, 2022
The Holistic Approach to Permanent Belly Fat Loss: Beyond Calories and Crunches
HealthLaw of Thermodynamics (reinterpreted)MetabolismCellular PerceptionHormonal Regulation - hubermanlabJul 11, 2022
Optimizing Brain Chemistry and Circadian Rhythms for Enhanced Health and Performance
HealthNeurochemistrySynaptic communicationNeuronsNeurotransmitters - drekbergFeb 4, 2022
Top 10 Foods and Factors That Destroy Your Gut Microbiome Health
HealthGut microbiomeGerm theoryPathogenic microorganismsBeneficial bacteria - drekbergNov 12, 2021
Top 10 Worst Foods for Diabetics: Understanding Metabolic Health and Insulin Resistance
HealthType 2 DiabetesPre-diabetesMetabolic DiseasesMetabolism - DrTraceyMarksNov 3, 2021
Curcumin (Turmeric) for Depression: Mechanisms, Benefits, and a Layered Natural Approach
HealthCurcuminTurmericNutritional PsychiatryDepression - hubermanlabOct 25, 2021
The Subconscious Power of Light: Aligning Circadian Rhythms for Optimal Health, Sleep, and Mood with Dr. Samer Hattar
ScienceCircadian RhythmsCircadian ClockPhotoentrainmentIntrinsically Photosensitive Retinal Ganglion Cells (ipRGCs) 
lexfridmanOct 20, 2021Brian Greene on Quantum Gravity, Cosmic Meaning, the Nature of Life, and the Mystery of Consciousness
ScienceSecond Law of ThermodynamicsEntropyCosmological timeMeaning of life- lexfridmanJul 9, 2021
Sara Walker on the Origin of Life, Alien Worlds, and the Physics of Existence
ScienceRNA world scenarioMetabolism-first hypothesisHydrothermal ventsDarwinian evolution - lexfridmanOct 25, 2020
Manolis Kellis on the Computational Biology of Human Disease, Genetic Perturbations, and Societal Interventions
ScienceMolecular basis of human diseaseComputational biologyHuman genome complexityEpigenome complexity - lexfridmanSep 12, 2020
Manolis Kellis on the Epigenome, Multi-Layered Evolution, and the Origin of Life
ScienceHuman epigenomeDNA compactionGene regulatory regionsMethylation (5-methylcytosine) - 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 - lexfridmanAug 16, 2020
Sara Seager: The Scientific Quest for Exoplanets, Biosignatures, and Extraterrestrial Life
ScienceExoplanetsBiosignaturesAtmospheric spectroscopyHabitable zone - drekbergJun 26, 2020
10 Ways To Lose More Weight & Burn More Fat While Sleeping: A Holistic Analysis of Metabolic Health
HealthMetabolismHomeostasisInsulin sensitivityInsulin resistance - drekbergJun 19, 2020
HIIT vs. Cardio: Optimizing Exercise for Fat Loss, Hormones, and Individual Health
HealthHigh-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)Steady-State CardioAerobic ExerciseAnaerobic Exercise - drekbergJun 1, 2020
10 Urgent Signs Your Thyroid Is In Trouble: Understanding Hypothyroid, Hyperthyroid, Autoimmunity, and Leaky Gut
HealthThyroid glandMetabolismTSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)Hypothyroid - 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 - drekbergMar 9, 2020
Ultimate Natural Metabolism Booster: Fixing Insulin Resistance and Resetting Your Body's Setpoint for Fat Burning
HealthMetabolismMetabolic setpointInsulin resistanceCarbohydrate dependency - HealthyGamerGGNov 20, 2019
Ayurveda's Doshas: Unlocking Your Cognitive Fingerprint and Tailoring Life for Individual Success
HealthAyurvedaWestern medicineRandomized Controlled Trial (RCT)Cognitive fingerprint - drekbergNov 15, 2019
Real Doctor Debunks Jillian Michaels' Intermittent Fasting Claims: The Flaws of Calories In, Calories Out and the Central Role of Insulin
HealthIntermittent fastingCalories In Calories Out (CICO)MetabolismInsulin - drekbergNov 1, 2019
Navigating Keto Cheat Days: Strategies for Damage Control and Rapid Ketosis Recovery
HealthKeto cheat dayKetosisFat adaptationInsulin resistance - lexfridmanAug 21, 2019
Sean Carroll on the Imminent Scientific Understanding of Life's Origin and Abiogenesis Research
ScienceOrigin of lifeAbiogenesisCompartmentalizationMetabolism - drekbergAug 2, 2019
Fad Diets, Insulin Resistance, and Sustainable Lifestyles: A Critical Analysis of Weight Loss Approaches
HealthFad diet definitionCalorie restrictionInsulin resistanceKetosis - drekbergJul 12, 2019
How Intermittent Fasting and Insulin Regulation Impact Metabolism and Weight Loss vs. Calorie Restriction
HealthMetabolismBasal Metabolic Rate (BMR)Calorie Restriction (CR)Intermittent Fasting (IF) - drekbergMay 20, 2019
Navigating Fruits on a Ketogenic Diet: What to Eat and What to Avoid for Ketosis and Metabolic Health
HealthKetogenic dietKetosisCarbohydrate restrictionInsulin resistance - DrTraceyMarksNov 21, 2018
Generic vs. Brand Medications: Understanding Bioequivalence and Practical Differences in Efficacy and Side Effects
HealthGeneric medicationsBrand medicationsBioequivalenceActive ingredient - drekbergOct 15, 2018
The Thyroid Gland: Its Systemic Importance, Dysfunction, and Holistic Management
HealthThyroid glandThyroxine (T4)Triiodothyronine (T3)Iodine atoms - drekbergAug 10, 2018
Debunking Sumo Wrestler Weight Gain: The Role of Carbs, Insulin Resistance, and Proper Intermittent Fasting
HealthIntermittent Fasting (IF)Insulin ResistanceFat AdaptationCarbohydrate Dependence - drekbergFeb 12, 2018
The Unique Benefits of High-Intensity Interval Training: Brain Stimulation, Circulation, and Hormonal Stress Response
HealthHigh-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)Steady CardioNervous System ActivationCirculation - drekbergFeb 5, 2018
Understanding Aerobic vs. Anaerobic Exercise: Fuel, Stress, and Optimal Health
HealthAerobic exerciseAnaerobic exerciseFat burningSugar burning - DrTraceyMarksJan 31, 2018
The Neurochemical Mechanisms and Practical Implications of Caffeine as a Stimulant
HealthCaffeineAdenosineStimulantEpinephrine (Adrenaline) - drekbergJan 29, 2018
Cold Hands and Feet: Understanding Vasoconstriction, Stress Response, and Solutions
HealthCold hands and feetBody core temperatureCirculation problemMetabolism problem - drekbergDec 11, 2017
Rethinking Thyroid Health: A Holistic Look at Root Causes, Autoimmunity, and Systemic Interconnections
HealthHypothyroidismHyperthyroidismHashimoto's thyroiditisAutoimmune disease - drekbergMay 5, 2013
Mitochondria: The Powerhouse of Aging and Health - Understanding Energy, Free Radicals, and Protection
HealthMitochondriaATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)ADP (Adenosine Diphosphate)Free Radicals - hubermanlab
Leveraging Deliberate Cold Exposure for Enhanced Mental and Physical Health, Performance, and Stress Resilience
HealthDeliberate Cold ExposureThermal RegulationCircadian Rhythm (temperature)Medial Preoptic Area of the Hypothalamus
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