Send us a text In this episode, I explore whether the famed Blue Zones offer genuine insights for longevity or if they’re more marketing myth than science, while highlighting what the evidence truly shows about living to 100. We begin by considering how many people actually reach 100. Currently, just 0.03% of Americans are centenarians, though this is expected to quadruple by 2054, with women comprising about 78% of that group ( Pew Research ). Globally, regions like Hong Kong show higher longev...
Jun 26, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Send us a text Send me feedback here Dr. Bobby begins with a walk through his local deli, which sparked a deeper investigation into what actually goes into processed meats. He outlines how processed meats are defined by the USDA as those altered through salting, curing, or smoking for preservation, dating back to Paleolithic food practices. The real concern, he explains, lies in compounds like nitrates (NO3) and nitrites (NO2), which can convert into nitrosamines, a group of chemicals potentiall...
Jun 17, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Send us a text What really helps prevent injuries—and what should you do when one inevitably strikes? In this episode, I use my friend Tim’s pickleball injury as a jumping-off point to explore what the evidence actually says about ice, rest, NSAIDs, stretching, and more. When Tim skipped his warm-up and pulled a calf muscle, it raised a question many of us face: was it avoidable? While ancient wisdom and modern influencers often shout conflicting advice, this episode sorts through the noise to u...
Jun 05, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Send us a text Answer a few questions to help me improve this podcast here . We all want to live long and well—but how do we determine how many good years we have ahead? In this episode of Live Long and Well with Dr. Bobby , we explore how to estimate both our total lifespan and the number of years we can expect to remain active and pain-free. Dr. Bobby reflects on personal experiences, emerging science, and time-tested frameworks to help you reframe your health trajectory with clarity and motiv...
May 27, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Send us a text Take the Health Type Quiz or Join the Newsletter here Please give me podcast feedback with a few questions here In this episode, I revisit the most powerful tool for longevity—exercise—and unpack fresh research that changes how we should think about its timing, type, and impact. We begin with a quick recap of the foundational elements covered in Episode 2 , emphasizing that aerobic activity can lower the risk of mortality, heart attack, stroke, cancer, and dementia by 20–30%, even...
May 15, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Send us a text Help me improve the podcast by answering a few questions here . In this episode of Live Long and Well, I'm joined by Dr. Anthony Pearson, a board-certified cardiologist known for his evidence-based yet refreshingly skeptical take on mainstream cardiac care. Together, we explore the nuanced science behind heart health and how you can make smarter decisions to protect your cardiovascular system—starting today. We open by recognizing that heart disease remains the leading cause of de...
May 06, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Send us a text Please answer a few questions to help my podcast The microbiome receives lots of attention, but what do we really know? In this episode, Dr. Bobby unpacks whether your gut bacteria are truly the key to preventing disease—or if the science still needs to catch up. Microbiome buzz is everywhere—from promises of inflammation relief and weight loss to claims about mental health and longevity. But what does the research actually say? Dr. Bobby begins with four essential questions: Is t...
Apr 24, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Send us a text Can you provide feedback on my podcast (what you like? what you want more of? length? Please answer a few questions here . Can a simple habit like flossing really reduce your risk of stroke? In this episode, Dr. Bobby unpacks the headlines sparked by a recent presentation at the American Stroke Association’s International Conference that claimed regular flossing could reduce stroke risk by 20–50%. Dr. Bobby begins with a refresher on the importance of stroke prevention. From there...
Apr 15, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Send us a text Help me improve my podcast content by answering a few questions Take the Health Type Quiz Resilience is crucial as we age, especially when it comes to maintaining muscle, joint, and bone health. In this episode, Dr. Bobby DuBois discusses how building physical reserves early on can help withstand inevitable changes and setbacks as we get older. Just like investing in an IRA, the earlier you start building your physical resilience, the better prepared you’ll be for the challenges o...
Apr 03, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Send us a text Take my Health Type Quiz and learn about yourself Summary: What happens when you need a brain MRI—but the results leave you with more questions than answers? In this episode, I take you through my personal journey of facing unexpected MRI findings, the emotional and medical challenges that followed, and the valuable lessons I learned along the way. If you've ever dealt with medical uncertainty, this episode is for you. Key Topics & Takeaways: The Decision to Get an MRI – Why m...
Mar 25, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Send us a text Take the Health Type Quiz Swearing might not just be an emotional release—it could actually boost athletic performance and increase pain tolerance. In this episode, we dive into fascinating research showing that strategically dropping swear words could make you stronger, push your endurance further, and even help you tolerate pain more effectively. But is it the words themselves or their taboo nature that makes the difference? We explore the science, the theories behind it, and ho...
Mar 13, 2025•22 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Send us a text Take the Health Type Quiz here Does red light therapy actually work? Can morning sun improve your health? Do blue light blocking glasses really help with sleep? In this episode, Dr. Bobby takes a deep dive into the science behind light therapy—what’s backed by evidence and what’s just hype. Dr. Bobby shares personal experiences, from childhood eczema treated with sunlight to his daughter’s improved sleep from morning walks, and unpacks the latest research on red, white, and blue l...
Mar 04, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Send us a text Take the Health Type Quiz In this episode, Michael Easter and I dissect the fascinating blend of scientific evidence and narrative storytelling, and learn how to navigate the sometimes conflicting realms of expert opinion and personal experience. Michael is the acclaimed author of "The Comfort Crisis" and "Scarcity Brain." Michael's storytelling prowess paired with my evidence-based approach aims to empower you to step confidently into discomfort and reap the rewards.From the allu...
Feb 20, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Send us a text Take the Health Type Quiz Coaching with Dr. Bobby here Episode Summary: Detox programs promise to rid your body of toxins, boost your energy, and restore balance—but is there any credible science behind them? In this episode, we break down the claims, explore the evidence (or lack thereof), and discuss why detox diets and supplements may be more about profit than actual health benefits. Key Topics Covered: 🔹 The Detox Hype & Marketing Pitch Detox cleanses claim to remove toxi...
Feb 06, 2025•24 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Send us a text Take the Health Type Quiz Fascinating interplay between placebos and nocebos: what they are, why they matter, and how they shape your health decisions. Understanding these effects can help you save money, avoid disappointment, and make better-informed choices. Key Points: Placebos and Nocebos Defined : A placebo is an inert treatment leading to perceived improvement. A nocebo occurs when negative expectations cause symptoms, even without an active trigger. Personal Stories : My N-...
Jan 28, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Send us a text Take the Health Type Quiz Ever wondered how a simple experiment could change your health forever? In today's episode, I reveal the transformative power of N of 1 trials—a method for crafting personalized health strategies that cater to your unique needs. Discover how my own trials with salt, apple cider vinegar, creatine, and magnesium have led to significant health revelations, and how you too can harness this method to go beyond generalized study results. Whether you're a holist...
Jan 16, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Send us a text Take the Health Type Quiz Do you want 2025 to finally be the year you set and achieve your New Year's Resolutions? Want to avoid the traps and pitfalls that keep most people from the finish line? In this episode, I will discuss effective strategies for setting and achieving New Year's resolutions, particularly focusing on health-related goals but can be used in any important area of life. I will present to you a six-step approach that includes assessing one's baseline, developing ...
Jan 07, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Send us a text Take the Health Type Quiz Knowing the science is important but implementing it is where the magic happens. Unlock the secrets to transforming your health by bridging the gap between evidence and action with insights from health coach Sean McDevitt. Sean is a Health and Life Coach, Author of Hack Your Health, and Co-Founder of DLDNation which has helped over 5,000 individuals get fit sustainably. In this episode, we'll discover how to turn knowledge into practice as we explore the ...
Dec 19, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Send us a text Link to Health Type Quiz Link to Living Well, Aging Strong 6-month group experience As the holiday season approaches, the question of how much alcohol is too much becomes ever more pressing. What if the festive cheer of a drink or two could be clouded by the potential for long-term health risks? Dr. Bobby unpacks the complex and often contradictory research around alcohol, helping listeners navigate the decision: is it best to have none, or is a little okay? By exploring the impac...
Dec 12, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Send us a text In this special episode of Live Long and Well , I’m introducing two exciting updates: Now on YouTube – You can watch this episode with engaging visuals, graphs, and clips. Longevity Highlights Segment – This episode begins a new series where I summarize key takeaways from previous episodes to reinforce critical lessons and practical tips. Take the Health Type Quiz Why Longevity Highlights? We’ve covered a wealth of information in 22 episodes! Research suggests that repetition stre...
Dec 03, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Bobby tackles the often perplexing world of health headlines. From bold claims about intermittent fasting to the benefits of wearing socks to bed, he breaks down how to evaluate these headlines critically. With nine key questions to ask about a headline, insights into the hierarchy of evidence, and two practical examples, Dr. Bobby provides listeners with tools to discern fact from fiction in health journalism. And, your Health Type influences how you might us...
Nov 21, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Send us a text In this episode, I dive into a new way to think about wellness—your unique Health Type. Unlike traditional advice that tells us what to do to stay healthy, I explore how we approach our health, which is just as crucial for long-term well-being. By understanding your personal Health Type, you can make lifestyle choices that align with who you are, making it easier to stick to routines and prioritize what truly benefits you. Take the Health Type Quiz here : Join the Mastermind Works...
Nov 12, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Send us a text Managing your health is a team effort, and partnering with a good doctor is essential. We’ll explore what defines a productive visit and a meaningful doctor-patient relationship. Today, it is typical to wait weeks to see your primary care doctor and months to get a specialist visit. 1. Why You Visit Your Doctor: Different Types of Visits New Symptoms: When you’re feeling unwell and need answers. Ongoing Care: Managing chronic conditions like high blood pressure. Annual Check-ups: ...
Nov 05, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Send us a text Are seed oils the dietary villain social media makes them out to be, or is this just another food fear fad? Join me, Dr. Bobby Dubois, as I unravel the truths and myths surrounding seed oils like canola and safflower. There are NO randomized clinical trials comparing people who eat a diet with seed oils vs a diet consisting of non-seed oils like avocado, coconut, or olive. Since we lack the key studies that we desire, I explore the topic based upon the following questions: Are cor...
Oct 21, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Send us a text Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the US; we understand the risk factors for it, and there are 7 key steps you can take to reduce that risk. Here is a risk calculator that will give you your 10 year risk (and test how that might fall as key problems are addressed). 1. Treat the treatable causes like hypertension, high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes, and obesity. 2. Get exercise: the most powerful way to reduce your cardiac risk based upon key studies . And more exe...
Oct 08, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Send us a text It used to be when you got sick, you were advised to "take it easy". But, does the evidence support this approach? And, it isn't just an academic question since, on average, we get 2-4 colds/year and many of us will have an episode of low back pain. And, how about COVID? Rest or stay active? 1. Low back pain: a key randomized clinical trial showed that prolonged bed rest did not do better than usual activities. Now we advise patients to continue activities. 2. Moderate exercise do...
Sep 26, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text In this episode, we explore wearables and self-monitoring tools like step counters, sleep trackers, and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). We'll dive into the science behind these devices and share how they can help you gain insights into your health, track progress, and personalize your wellness journey. We discuss the value of self-monitoring, backed by scientific studies, and how these tools can help motivate behavior change. Key Topics: Step counters (smart watches, FitBit) S...
Sep 17, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text Have you ever wondered why weight loss seems so elusive despite following strict diets and exercise routines? Obesity rates have skyrocketed , and we are eating more, likely due to 3 key factors: portion sizes are larger than ever before, often doubling what we ate 30 years ago the foods on our plate are more calorie dense than ever Foods we buy often have the perfect combination so that we crave them: fats, carbohydrates/sugar, and salt (chips, pizza, ice cream) My key thoughts o...
Sep 04, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text Our bodies are 60% water and water is really important. But, It is not clear the origin of drinking 8 glasses of water per day. There were no studies that scientifically show that this number is the correct amount. I vote that it is an "urban myth." Good report summarizes important information about how our body uses water But, water is crucial for us, just not that mythical amount. Our body uses water in the following ways: urine to excrete byproducts of what we eat (perhaps 2-3 ...
Aug 26, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send us a text Approximately 40% of the risk for cognitive decline is preventable through lifestyle changes and proactive measures. Nearly 7 million Americans are affected by Alzheimer's, with numbers expected to double in the coming decades. It's the sixth leading cause of death, costing the US around $800 billion annually. Not Inevitable : Cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging, as demonstrated by figures like Barbara Walters and Henry Kissinger, who remained mentally sharp well ...
Aug 12, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 13
