The Mindbodygreen Podcast

Jeffrey Rediger, M.D.: “A person does not have a heart problem or a diabetes problem. That person has a chronic inflammation problem.” Rediger, A Harvard Medical Director and author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss incurable diseases and how to set the stage for healing, plus: *The power of social connection for immunity* *Why germs aren't the problem* *Why flushing the lymphatic system is important for healing* *Why faith is the antidote to stress* *What people who experience spontaneous healing have in common* This episode is Sponsored by Breyers. Visit Breyers.com to find out more about Breyers CarbSmart frozen sweet treats!  To learn more about our sleep support+ (magnesium+), visit mindbodygreen.com/sleepsupport. Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Also be sure to check out Rediger's new book, Cured, which you can find at https://drjeffreyrediger.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis

Julie Smolyansky: “We all have our our grandmother’s recipes, our ancient superfoods. And there is science supporting those functional foods made from the earth.” Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway Foods, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why functional food is returning to comfort food, plus: *Why kefir is the champagne of dairy* *How to help loved ones healing from trauma* *How she triumphed as a 27-year-old CEO after her father's sudden passing* *Why we are only as strong as the weakest links in our community* *Why we should always invest in our guts* Thanks to Lifeway Kefir for sponsoring this episode of the mindbodygreen podcast. Visit LifewayKefir.com for more information, recipes, and stockist information  Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay Williams: “I'm a firm believer that regardless of how difficult times are, there is a purpose. If I didn’t find purpose in difficult times, I would've been doing a disservice to myself.” Williams, an author, ESPN analyst, and former NBA player, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to cultivate a sense of purpose in every situation, plus: *How to live in a constant state of gratitude* *How becoming a father changed his definition of success* *How to reinvent yourself after a setback* *Why a growth mindset makes you more compassionate* *Why pain should be cherished* This episode is Sponsored by Breyers. Visit Breyers.com to find out more about Breyers CarbSmart frozen sweet treats!  To learn more about our sleep support+ (magnesium+), visit mindbodygreen.com/sleepsupport. Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cate Shanahan, M.D.: "A person who is seemingly healthy can have an undiagnosed metabolic problem, because most people in the country are undiagnosed." Shanahan, a board-certified family physician, author, and nutrition consultant for the Los Angeles Lakers, sits down with mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss what blood tests can help determine your metabolic health, plus: *Which seed oils are harming your health and what to use instead* *The difference between a fast vs. flexible metabolism* *The important food groups missing from the modern diet* *How to tell if you have "healthy" body fat* *How to keep your skin healthy after using hand sanitizer* To learn more about our sleep support+ (magnesium+), visit mindbodygreen.com/sleepsupport. Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Also be sure to check out Shanahan's new book, The FatBurn Fix, which you can find at https://drcate.com/dr-cates-march-2020-book-th

Jeffrey Bland, Ph.D.: “If we know our genes, we know not how we're going to die—we know how we're going to live.” Bland, the father of functional medicine, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to approach your genes with a functional medicine lens, plus: *The top five plant-based foods for longevity* *The four quadrants of function in functional medicine* *How to practice functional medicine if you don’t have access to a practitioner* *Why you might want to drink more beer* *The next superfood and why it's so hard to harvest* This episode is Sponsored by Breyers. Visit Breyers.com to find out more about Breyers CarbSmart frozen sweet treats!  Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sharon Salzberg: “The mind is powerful—you can use the same tools no matter the circumstances.”  Salzberg, a world-renowned teacher, founder of the Insight Meditation Society, and New York Times bestselling author, sits down with mbg founder and co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss meditation, mindfulness, and the power of letting go. She offers advice (plus a real-time meditation) on how to bring our attention back to the breath, plus:  *The relationship between grief, love, and overcoming great loss* *How to tap into your perspective* *The power of a structured meditation practice*  *How to pay attention differently to relieve anxiety*  *How to choose between formal and informal mindfulness* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todd McCullough: "I would listen to my friends in yoga class be so judgmental about conservative Christians, and I went back home to the south and would hear people be so judgmental of [my Santa Monica yogi friends]. But most of us are all good people who want the same thing." McCullough, a certified personal trainer, registered yoga teacher, and founder of TMAC FITNESS, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why we need to talk more about religion in mindfulness, plus: *How mindfulness can help you turn off your aggression* *Why spirituality and religion are two sides of the same coin* *Why HIIT is the most efficient workout for losing weight* *How to still the mind with movement* *How to cultivate your spiritual well-being* To learn more about our sleep support+ (magnesium+), visit mindbodygreen.com/sleepsupport. Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f

Kimbal Musk: "The global pandemic causes a reset of so many industries, and restaurants are at the eye of the storm." Musk, a chef, restaurateur, and philanthropist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob to discuss what the restaurant scene look like post COVID-19, plus: *Why he and his brother, Elon, like to play strategy games* *How online ordering can save the hospitality industry* *Why technology actually increases social interaction in restaurants* *How breaking his neck was the push he needed to reset his life* *Why you should be careful about starting a business right now* To learn more about our sleep support+ (magnesium+), visit mindbodygreen.com/sleepsupport. Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelsey Patel: "You do have the power to fill yourself up. If everyone takes a little more responsibility for their own well being, we can walk out into the world together and actually lend a hand to someone." Patel, a reiki master, yoga instructor, and meditation teacher, sits down with mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to check in with yourself daily and prevent burnout, plus: *Why morning routines are so appealing* *How reiki can promote a sense of belonging* *How a hand washing ritual can help cleanse your energy* *Micro-moments to help give you peace-of-mind throughout the day* *How to optimize your energy hygiene* To learn more about our magnesium+, check mindbodygreen.com/magnesium. Also, be sure to check out Patel's new book, Burning Bright, which you can find at https://www.kelseyjpatel.com/book. Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic

David Sinclair, Ph.D.: "I believe the COVID-19 spread will be reduced by increased temperature humidity. I thought those little droplets you sneeze out will evaporate and go away, but that’s not the main reason why Summer is less conducive to a viral spread." Sinclair, a Harvard geneticist and longevity expert, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the best nutrients and practices for immunity and to support longevity genes, plus: *The real reason the coronavirus spread might slow in the summer* *How increasing NAD levels can alleviate symptoms and increase survival* *How saunas can have the same effect as intermittent fasting* *The vitamin you need to restore a loss of smell* *Why vitamin D is essential for aging and immunity* Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Be sure to sign up for Sinclair's curated newsletter at https://lifespanbook.com/sign-up/ and check out his new book, Lifespan, which you c

Lauren Singer: “Now is the time to learn how to make things yourself. Lattes, toothpaste, laundry detergent…Look at the things you buy packaged in plastic that are pretty simple to make.” Singer, an environmental activist and zero-waste movement leader, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to live a zero-waste lifestyle in a COVID-19 world, plus: *Why houseplants give us a sense of control* *Why prioritizing function over form always wins* *How you can live sustainably and still have a cluttered household* *The best freezer staples to have on-hand* *How to keep plastic away from landfills during the global pandemic* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jen Hatmaker: "When you’re more in tune with who you are, what you want, and what you need, you’ll be a more effective communicator." Hatmaker, a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and TV personality, says being genuine with yourself isn't easy; she joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to listen to your inner voice and why it's worth it, plus: *How loneliness can affect our productivity, optimism, and physical health* *Why we should celebrate, not punish, spiritual curiosity* *How a growth mindset can lead to confidence and happiness* *How to choose your yeses and why you should* *Why passive aggressiveness damages relationships* Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Also be sure to check out Hatmaker's new book, Fierce, Free, And Full Of Fire, which you can find at http://jenhatmaker.com/books.htm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Kessler: "We weren’t meant to be islands of grief. We can’t physically be together but we can virtually hold each others hands." Kessler, a bestselling author and the world’s foremost expert on grief and loss, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the different types of grief during the coronavirus and how to deal with loss right now, plus: *How to show up for people when you can't be close* *How grieving will change after COVID-19* *Why meaning is the 6th stage of grief* *How our society has messed up our grieving process* *How to grieve with love instead of pain* To learn more about our probiotic+, visit mindbodygreen.com/probiotic. Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Also be sure to check out Kessler's daily grief counseling Facebook group, which you can find at https://www.facebook.com/groups/DavidKessler/?fref=mentions&__tn__=K-R. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

Ryan Holiday: "When we read a history book, we think it happens a long time ago. But we’re going through history right now, and sometimes history was not fun for the people who went through it." Holiday, a No. 1 New York Times bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to remain resilient in the face of COVID-19 and endure the unexpected, plus: *How to use this time for reflection and personal growth* *Why communication from world leaders is key* *Why you should limit your news to what's actually new* *Why the optimists might have a harder time coping with the coronavirus* *Why we shouldn't be wishing to go back to normal* Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roxanna Namavar, D.O.: “I've had enough of my own personal spiritual experiences that have shown me that there is something greater than myself. That's something that really grounds me in this life and gives me a real sense of safety.” Amidst the uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus, it's important to identify tools you can rely on that help you feel a little more at-ease. Namavar, a doctor of osteopathic medicine and board-certified psychiatrist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the power of spiritual experiences and how to become comfortable with the unknown, plus: *The science of past life memories* *What she's learned about perceptual studies and the field of bioenergetics* *What children can teach us about self-awareness and slowing down* *How scientists can measure your energy and vibrations* *How to understand your own psychology and intuition* To learn more about our veggies powder, visit mindbodygreen.com/veggies. Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to hel

Kevin Love: "Athletes are thought of as superheroes, but success is not immune to depression." Love, a five-time NBA all-star basketball player, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss what to do when you feel yourself slipping into a panic attack, plus: *How to stick to a routine during the global pandemic* *Why being too productive can actually be counterproductive for your health* *How the coronavirus can change the way we connect forever* *Why being vulnerable is good for your health* *Why social connection is the best way to offset depression and anxiety* Be sure to check out KevinLoveFund.com to learn more about the fight to prioritize mental health alongside physical health. To learn more about our veggies powder, visit mindbodygreen.com/veggies. Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Dispenza, D.C.: “Changing your fear to gratitude, appreciation, and kindness for just 10 minutes a day, three times a day, can strengthen your immune system by 50 percent." Dispenza, a New York Times bestselling author, sits down with mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to explore how we can use findings from neuroscience and quantum physics to enjoy a more purpose-driven and fulfilling life, plus: *How we respond to signals in the modern world that create stress*  *How a gratitude practice can channel a “memory of the future”* *The impact of fear on your immune system and overall sense of well-being*  *Objectivity of the body versus subjectivity of the mind, and how to navigate the two*  *How to shift your mindset from survival response mode to an environment for creativity* Learn more about the product that Jason swears by for stress support, hemp multi+ at mindbodygreen.com/hemp Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygre

IN-Q: “Defining myself is like confining myself—I undefined myself to find myself.” As we navigate globally trying times, we continue to seek outlets and positivity amidst collective difficulties. Out of tension, uncertainty, and a radical definition of daily life, art from a new perspective is born. IN-Q (aka, Adam Schmalholz), an award-winning spoken word poet and author of Inquire Within, sits down with co-CEO, Jason Wachob, for a live poetry reading and discussion about his creative process, plus:  *The relationship between isolation, connectivity, and technology*  *Why we should be more vulnerable and embrace therapy* *How to use your inner voice to adjust to trying times*  *The power of creativity: Starting the process from a place of truth and not forcing the work* *Idea vs. ideology vs. identity and the freedom to choose your life* Learn more about the product that Jason swears by for stress support, hemp multi+ at mindbodygreen.com/hemp Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we ca

David Fajgenbaum, M.D., MBA, M.Sc., FCPP: “I knew that there was no way I would make it to my wedding day unless I found a drug that could keep me alive.” Fajgenbaum, an immunologist and author of Chasing My Cure, sits down with co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how he created his own treatment for the rare Castleman Disease, plus: *Why we should stop waiting for perfect moments* *How college football helped prepare him for the ICU* *The importance of finding positivity during tough times* *Why a day-by-day mentality is key* *Why every action needs to be intentional* Learn more about the product that Jason swears by for stress support, hemp multi+ at mindbodygreen.com/hemp Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Also be sure to check out Fajgenbaum's book, Chasing My Cure, which you can find at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1524799610/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aviva Romm, M.D.: “This virus has a fatty outer layer—good soap can actually help break it up.”  Romm, an integrative medicine doctor, midwife and herbalist, bridges traditional wisdom and modern medicine for women’s and children’s health. As we continue to collectively face a global pandemic, she sits down with co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to adapt to the ebbs and flows of your new life, plus:  *How to keep a regular schedule, whether you’re an entrepreneur or used to being at home* *Why we should FaceTime two people per day* *How to support immunity through nutrition, supplementation, herbs, and adaptogens* *How to take care of your health if you have autoimmune, or are expecting/breastfeeding*  To learn more about our three products that Jason swears by right now: For guarding your gut check out probiotic+ at mindbodygreen.com/probiotic For stress support check out hemp multi+ at mindbodygreen.com/hemp For sleep assistance check out magnesium+at mindbodygreen.com/magnesium Enjoy this episo