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Evidence shows blue light from screens is anxiogenic and detrimental to healthy sleep | Matthew Walker

Posted on July 12th 2019 (almost 5 years)
Views: 8090

Dr. Matthew Walker describes the negative effects of blue light exposure on melatonin production and sleep.

Sulforaphane increases glutathione in the brain | Jed Fahey

Posted on December 4th 2020 (over 3 years)
Views: 8095

In this clip, Dr. Jed Fahey discusses how sulforaphane promotes glutathione production in the brain, even with long-term consumption.

Meal timing and late eating as a modulator of cancer risk and risk-associated biomarkers | Ruth Patterson

Posted on July 12th 2019 (almost 5 years)
Views: 8039

In this clip, Dr. Ruth Patterson discusses how eating in accordance with the body's natural circadian rhythm may reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Lack of sleep linked to glucose insensitivity and pre-diabetes | Matthew Walker

Posted on July 12th 2019 (almost 5 years)
Views: 7932

Dr. Matthew Walker explains how sleep deprivation impairs glucose metabolism, increasing the risk of diabetes and metabolic dysfunction.

Caloric restriction vs higher protein for aging | Dr. Stuart Phillips

Posted on July 12th 2022 (almost 2 years)
Views: 7830

In this clip, Dr. Stuart Phillips discusses how building muscle reserves under adequate nutrition delays the disability threshold and contributes to more successful aging.

Breathing techniques increased pH levels and decreased sensitivity to pain | Wim Hof

Posted on February 28th 2020 (about 4 years)
Views: 7841

In this clip, Wim Hof describes how his breathing methods impact blood levels and can modify the body's response to pain.

Preferential decreases of visceral fat & prioritization of muscle maintenance when prolonged fasting | Valter Longo

Posted on September 5th 2019 (over 4 years)
Views: 7780

Dr. Valter Longo discusses how the fasting-mimicking diet is one of the few dietary interventions that can increase relative lean body mass.

Sauna decreases blood pressure (strong impact) | Jari Laukkanen

Posted on July 15th 2019 (almost 5 years)
Views: 7756

Dr. Jari Laukkanen describes some of the mechanisms that drive healthy blood pressure among men who use the sauna regularly.

Inter-set stretch increases hypertrophy | Dr. Brad Schoenfeld

Posted on December 17th 2022 (over 1 year)
Views: 7578

In this clip, Dr. Brad Schoenfeld explains how resistance training and flexibility go hand in hand.

How statins affect LDL and overall health | Ronald Krauss

Posted on April 3rd 2022 (about 2 years)
Views: 7503

In this clip, Dr. Krauss discusses how statins reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and potential for better drugs in the future.

"Interrupted" reprogramming with Yamanaka factors reverse epigenetic age | Steve Horvath

Posted on December 31st 2020 (over 3 years)
Views: 7421

A study using a mouse model of premature aging showed that short-term expression of four special factors which reverse epigenetic age ameliorated cellular and physiological hallmarks of aging and prolonged lifespan.

How we can counteract afternoon sleepiness | Dr. Satchin Panda

Posted on July 29th 2021 (almost 3 years)
Views: 7366

In this clip, Dr. Satchin Panda discusses factors that determine our daily energy fluctuations and how we can counteract low periods.

The link between inflammation and depression | Charles Raison

Posted on August 28th 2019 (over 4 years)
Views: 7296

Dr. Charles Raison describes the convergence of data that is directing scientists to uncover the connection that exists between inflammation and depression.

Cold exposure and fasting to lose weight and improve health: a hypothetical approach | Ray Cronise

Posted on February 28th 2020 (about 4 years)
Views: 7225

In this clip, Dr. Ray Cronise shares his personal experiences with cold stress and weight loss.

Seeds of cruciferous plants contain the highest levels of isothiocyanate precursors | Jed Fahey

Posted on January 20th 2020 (over 4 years)
Views: 7183

Dr. Jed Fahey describes the chemical reaction that produces isothiocyanates and cautions against preparation techniques that might inhibit their production.

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