Gad Saad, Ph.D . is the “de facto global therapist” to an ever-growing audience of hundreds of thousands of people through his game-changing work. In this episode, he shares the nature of happiness and how to achieve it. It’s not a merely a changeable mood but a process toward which we can strive by following some basic steps that have been known to humans for millennia. He outlines his top prescriptions for happiness from his latest book, including: · how to live the life you want—not necessari...
Oct 16, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 662
Dr. Axel Montagne, Ph.D., Chancellor's Fellow & UK DRI Group Leader at The University of Edinburgh, joins Jillian this week to explain everything we need to know about the causes of dementia and whether or not we can prevent it. From the degradation of our blood brain barrier, to small blood vessel disease, Alzheimer’s and amyloid plaques, to what you need to know if you are genetically predisposed by having certain APOE genes. We also discuss the link between insulin resistance and cognitiv...
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 661
Layne Norton, Ph.D . is a scientist, pro natural bodybuilder, raw elite powerlifter, and physique coach, among other things. He received his BS in Biochemistry, and his PhD in Nutritional Sciences. Layne and Jill haven’t always seen eye to eye, which makes this show incredibly fun and different. They dig in on all the research regarding optimal protein intake, the differences between plant protein and animal protein, the best fitness strategies to build muscle and bone density, the mTOR/autophag...
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 660
Dr. Julia DiGangi, Ph.D., Harvard fellow, neuropsychologist and author of the new book, Energy Rising , joins Jillian to discuss the relationship between trauma, stress, and resilience in the brain. So many of us get in our own way and then wonder why we don’t have all the things we want out of life. Dr. DiGangi shows us how we are unconsciously creating negative feedback loops in our lives and how to change that behavior permanently. Learn to manage anxiety, harness the power of your emotions, ...
Sep 25, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 659
This week, Jillian’s personal expert Orla Stewart Becker joins the show to share the top cosmetic procedures to reverse the appearance of aging. From reducing the look of wrinkles, tightening the skin, removing sun damage, correcting pigmentation issues, to building collagen, no stone is left unturned. First, Orla walks us through all the different laser treatment options and what is best for which condition. We go over things like CO2, Fraxel, Pixel, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), micro needling, ...
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 658
Dr. Arthur Agatston is back this week and we are talking solutions to prevent or reverse heart disease. We look at habits like stress management, sleep, hygiene…find out which are best for heart health and which are worse. He covers supplements like omega 3 fatty acids, red yeast rice, CoQ10, creatine, and antioxidants – what are the best ones to take and what is a waste of money. Which medications and treatments (like stem cell therapy, PCSK9 inhibitors, aspirin, statins…) are best for each ind...
Sep 11, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 657
In the first of two episodes with world renowned cardiologist Dr. Arthur Agatston, we break down everything you need to know about heart disease - the top killer of all American’s, over cognitive disease, cancer, diabetes, etc. In this weeks show, Dr. Agatston clears up all the misinformation about cholesterol and explains what types of cholesterol are bad, down to the particular size of your LDL (low density lipid particles). He explains which genetic predispositions cause heart disease, from a...
Sep 04, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 656
Dr. JoAnn Manson is an endocrinologist, epidemiologist, and professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, and Brigham and Women's Hospital. In this epsisode, Dr. Manson outlines the specific pros and cons of hormone replacement after menopause, as well as when exactly to start HRT if you choose to pursue it. Find out who is a good candidate for it and who isn’t; what types of hormone replacement medications and applications are best – from bioidentical and synthetic, to pills, gels, creams, p...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 655
Dr. Peter Attia, founder of Early Medical and best selling author of Outlive, joins Jillian this week. He covers the benefits and potential downsides of testosterone replacement (TRT), as well as the best exercises for living your longest, fullest life – including your VO2 max, Zone 2 and strength training. Find out how to know if you are genetically predisposed to Alzheimer’s and dementia and what to do about it. Plus, Dr. Attia expands on his concerns with Ozempic and highlights a newer, safer...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 654
Metabolic disease specialist Dr. Casey Means joins Jillian this week. Learn what the "spectrum of health" is, where you fall on it, and how to take charge when the healthcare system fails you. She explains metabolic disease, from type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's to infertility and vision loss, and how to reverse it without drugs. Plus, how to manage the things that most affect cellular health: diet, sleep, stress, microbiome, toxins, light, temperature, circadian rhythms, and the most beneficial ...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 653
First up, Jillian explores the practice of prescribing drugs for off label use -- a different purpose than what the drug is FDA approved for. Why is it done? What are the risks and benefits? And some things you need to know before you engage in off label drug use. Then, Jillian resumes her role as a world renowned fitness expert and certified nutritionist to dig in to what it means to be over trained. What are the consequences and how can you fix them? Plus, listener questions on everything from...
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 652
Dr. Anna Lembke, world renowned addiction specialist, psychiatrist, and author of the NYT bestseller Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence , joins Jillian this week to talk about overcoming any addiction, from social media to food, alcohol, pills and more. She explains exactly when a habit becomes an addiction as well as the reasons we get addicted, and how to safeguard against it. Find out how the power of a "dopamine detox” improves dopamine sensitivity and help us improve ...
Jul 31, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 651
Dr. Jason Fung -- Canadian nephrologist, functional medicine advocate, and author of multiple books, including The Cancer Code, The PCOS Plan, The Diabetes Code, and his latest project, The Diabetes Code Journal -- joins Jillian to share top strategies for weight loss, cancer prevention, and the reversal of PCOS and Type 2 diabetes. Plus, all your fasting questions answered: What can you eat without breaking a fast? How long should you fast? How often should you fast? How does fasting differ bas...
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 650
Can chronic disease be prevented with data clouds, AI, genome testing and more? Can we add 50 years to our lives? Doctors Leroy Hood and Nathan Price outline what medicine will look like in the next 5 years - including the bright future of treatments for Alzheimer’s, cancer, and heart disease. Guest Links: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Scientific-Wellness-Personalized-Predictive/dp/0674245946 https://isbscience.org/ - this is their joint organization https://www.thorne.com/ - Nathan’s company https...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 649
Low Level Laser Therapy, micro needling, caffeine shampoos, hair supplements like Nutrafol, Minoxidil, Finasteride…Jillian is sharing her personal hair care regimen to prevent hair loss and reverse gray, as well as breaking down some of the recent research on how to re-grow hair with the help of supplements and medications. Everything you need to know so you can have the healthiest, most beautiful head of hair possible. Plus, listener questions on quitting diet soda, resistance training, psylliu...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 648
Psychoanalyst Dr. Jo Ann McKarus, PsyD, joins Jillian this week to help us understand the power of therapy and how to get the most out of it. First, she outlines how to identify if you are a candidate for therapy and if so, how to find the right therapist for your needs. She explains what the “unconscious” is, how it’s created from past traumas, and how it begets negative patterns in our lives. She goes on to explain how defense mechanisms, projection, and internalizations impact our self worth ...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 647
Dr. Amy Shah, double board-certified medical doctor and wellness expert with a specialty in immunology and allergy medicine, joins Jillian this week! She explains everything allergies: what exactly is an allergy and how to tell if you or your child has one? What are the different types of allergies, from environmental to food? Why do they develop? Why are more and more people getting allergies? And most importantly, Dr Shah gives a complete review on treatment methods, from the dangers of Benadr...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 646
Dr. Robynne Chutkan -- gastroenterologist at Georgetown University Hospital, founder of the Digestive Center for Women and author of the bestselling books Gutbliss ; The Microbiome Solution; The Bloat Cure, and The Anti-Viral Gut -- is back to talk about constipation.Find out what poop actually is (and it’s likely not what you think) and the effects of constipation on the body like fatigue, bloating, heartburn, impaired detoxification, and more. Dr. Chutkan breaks down the different types of con...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 645
The majority of Americans are deficient in magnesium. However, not all magnesium supplements are the same. In this week's show, Jillian runs down the different forms of magnesium and what they do so you can select the ideal one for your needs. Then, we take a dive into the connection between oral health and heart health, with extensive tips on the ultimate oral hygiene routine that can help bulletproof not just your teeth and gums, but also your arteries! Plus, listener questions on utilizing th...
Jun 12, 2023•49 min•Ep. 644
Tony Shields, CEO and co-founder of FreshCap Mushrooms and the host of the FreshCap YouTube Channel, joins Jillian this week to talk about the power of functional mushrooms on everything from immunity to neurogenesis, serenity to energy, gut health to a source of anti-oxidants. We explore reishi’s ability to help manage stress and boost mood; turkey tail’s benefit to the microbiome and the up-regulation of our immune system against diseases like cancer; the Stamets mushroom stack (lions mane, ki...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 643
Dr. Gladys McGarey, "the mother of holistic medicine,” joins Jillian this week to share her secrets for living to 100 with vitality, mental and physical health, and purpose! She tells us her incredible life story from her early, post World War I beginnings on medical safaris in India with her parents, to lessons she learned from Ghandi himself. Not to mention being one of only 50 women in America to attend medical school during World War II, her exploration and integration of alternative medicin...
May 29, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 642
Dr. Amy Shah is on this week to share the keys for resetting our circadian rhythm and explain how doing so can improve every aspect of our health. Circadian rhythms direct the function of every cell in our body, thereby impacting ideal hormone balance, healthy weight, excellent sleep, a strong immune system and so much more! Get to know the 6 pillars of resetting your circadian rhythms to find the ideal times to eat, train, and sleep! Guest Links: Website: https://amymdwellness.com Instagram: @f...
May 22, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 641
This week, Jillian takes you through the best strategies to avoid heart disease, cancer, hormonal imbalances, and more. From hormesis to hormone replacement - this episode gets into the nitty-gritty of aging well. Plus, we take a look at the dangers of melatonin supplements and explore the brain health benefits of the "Stamets Stack" of functional mushrooms. Start taking action, from vitamins to hormone replacement, and do things now to prevent illness later! For 25% off The Fitness App by Jilli...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 640
Andre Sólo, co-Founder of Sensitive Refuge and co-author of Sensitive: The Hidden Power of the Highly Sensitive Person in a Loud, Fast, Too-Much World, joins Jillian this week to discuss the superpowers of highly sensitive people. Research shows that 1 in 3 people are "highly sensitive." From a high level of physical sensory awareness to emotional sensitivity - “HSP” (highly sensitive people) have the ability to make incredible societal contributions when their skill set is channeled properly. A...
May 08, 2023•59 min•Ep. 639
Darin Olien, wellness expert, exercise physiologist, and nutritionist joins Jillian to talk about his new book, Fatal Conveniences . Darin breaks down where hidden toxins live in our lives, from ultra-processed foods, cleaning products, hygiene, beauty products, and drinking water, to less likely culprits like EMF’s, chemicals on our clothing, and so much more. Darin shows us how to simply remove all these toxins from our lives to safeguard our health. Then, we look at superfoods with healing po...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 638
Dr. Gabor Maté, holocaust survivor, physician, global speaker, thought leader, and author of The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture, joins Jillian for this week’s show. He is helping us understand what trauma is, how it impacts us physically as well as psychologically, and most importantly, how to heal from it. Trauma can manifest in every aspect of our lives, from auto immune conditions like multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, and rheumatoid arthritis, to abusive rela...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 637
Bryan Johnson -- anti-aging biotech tycoon, entrepreneur, venture capitalist, writer/author – is on the show today to share how his company Blueprint scientifically looks at longevity and biological age to slow or even neutralize the speed of aging. He explains how he has reached a point where he accumulates aging damage slower than a 10-year-old, and reversed his epigenetic age by 5.1 years! Bryan also shares his eating, sleeping, exercising, supplementing, and other habits and routines he has ...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 636
If you've been hearing about the power of light medicine recently and want to explore what it can do and how it works, this is the show for you! Dr. Jacob Liberman, a pioneer in the fields of light, vision and consciousness is on to teach us the power of light - physically and psychologically. From vision to hair, mitochondria to mood, we explore light medicine as an extremely powerful tool to improve our health. Guest Links: Website: https://www.jacobliberman.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 635
This week, Jillian takes us through the top 9 hormones that impact weight and how to balance them. She also does a deep dive on Cortisol, from when it should spike to how to keep it from being chronically elevated. Plus, the latest on Ozempic - everything you need to know! For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdeal Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy Jillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1880466198675549 Em...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 634
Jillian throws it back with a “Too Famous” segment, regaling us with her latest adventure of an authentic, Japanese restaurant omakase involving large, fish testicles. Then, we are back to work covering what to do when you think calorie counting is failing you - especially if you are contending with a hormonal condition like PCOS, menopause, high cortisol, insulin resistance, etc. And we are taking listener questions on everything from liquid collagen to pelvic floor and core training to help yo...
Mar 27, 2023•43 min•Ep. 633
