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“His soul search for deeper meaning drew him into texts on psychology, philosophy, Hinduism, Buddhism, and various other religions. After years of study and dedication to martial arts and spiritual discipline, he still longed for something more.”

Dr. Rhonda Patrick explores blood tests to track health, statin alternatives, mitochondrial supplements, and vitamin B12 and autism risk in her latest Q&A.

“Meditation is a form of mental training geared toward improving aspects of a person's core neurocognitive function, such as the regulation of attention and emotion. Research suggests that meditation may protect the brain from the negative effects of stress and promote mental health.”

“Standard metabolic screening still relies on validated laboratory measures such as A1c, fasting plasma glucose, or a two-hour glucose value after a standardized oral glucose tolerance test. Skin changes or unexpected glucose patterns can therefore be useful prompts for a clinical evaluation.”

“In this clip from Dr. Rhonda Patrick's appearance on The Diary of a CEO, she explains that a shorter eating window can make calorie reduction easier, while a longer overnight fast shifts fuel use toward fatty acids and ketones.”

“Other hormetic responses to cold exposure include increased production of PGC1-alpha, a protein that promotes mitochondrial biogenesis, the production of new, healthy mitochondria, and the activation of brown fat – a phenomenon once thought to occur only in newborns, but now known to occur in adults, especially after cold exposure.”

“Other cohorts have produced less consistent cancer findings, so the strongest practical message is to meet magnesium needs through foods such as leafy greens, legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole grains, with supplements individualized for diet, kidney function, and medications.”

Dr. Rhonda Patrick answers audience questions on various health, nutrition, and science topics in this Q&A session.

Dr. Rhonda Patrick answers audience questions on various health, nutrition, and science topics in this Q&A session.

“Dr. Huberman delays his first meal until late morning, then uses protein-rich whole foods, fruit, vegetables, and starches according to training and appetite. His core supplements include omega-3s, vitamin D, vitamin K2, and selected products guided by his own response and blood work.”