What if Alzheimer's is avoidable, treatable, and even reversible? Dr. Dale Bredesen shares how to identify and address the root causes of cognitive decline—whether toxins, metabolic imbalances, or lifestyle factors.

This is an excerpt from Dr. Dale Bredesen's Commune course, Alzheimer's Is Optional. Get a free 4-day course pass athttp://www.onecommune.com/cognitivehealth.

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Resistance training doesn’t just help you lift heavier things, it also improves blood sugar control, insulin sensitivity, and even brain health. In this episode, Max Lugavere – health and science journalist and author of Genius Foods – expands our understanding of the importance of protein and building muscle mass.

This episode originally aired on December 7, 2023.

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For over eight decades, Robert Waldinger, MD, directed the Harvard Study of Adult Development, taking hundreds of measurements—from brain scans to blood work—with the goal of discovering the secrets to a good life. In this episode, we explore common myths, including the age-old adage “money can’t buy happiness.” Learn what the three main categories of happiness are, the importance of good health and relationships, and practical ways to lead a happier and more fulfilling life.

This episode originally aired on June 22, 2023.

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Naturopathic doctors have a saying, “If you aren’t sure where to start, start with the gut.”
In this episode, Dr. Mary Pardee – a functional medicine and naturopathic doctor who specializes in gastroenterology – talks with Jeff about how to get to the root of our health issues, often by starting with the gut.

This episode originally aired on September 10, 2019.

Watch Dr. Mary Pardee’s Commune courses, Gut Health and The Truth About Supplements, with a 14-day trial of Commune Membership. Sign up for free at onecommune.com/trial. 

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This is the second in a four-part Good Energy series with Dr. Casey Means. Here Casey highlights how seemingly unrelated diseases share common metabolic disturbances. This is a fundamental problem with our medical system: We classify diseases based on symptoms rather the underlying issues.

This episode originally aired on May 14, 2024.

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In this episode, Dr. Lipton and Jeff discuss the interconnected relationship between belief and biology, and how you can use Dr. Lipton’s pioneering understanding of epigenetics to create health. 

This episode originally aired on July 28, 2022.

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Jeff is joined by Linda Appel Lipsius, Executive Director of Denver Urban Gardens (DUG), to explore the transformative impact of community gardening. Together, they discuss DUG’s innovative approaches to fostering food security, promoting mental health, and building environmental resilience in urban areas.

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This is Lucas Grindley from Next City, a show about changemakers and their stories. We’re off this week but we’ll be back next Wednesday with more inspiring and workable ideas that move our society toward justice and equity. 


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Today's episode is an excerpt from Jeff’s new audio program, “The Comfort Trap: The Ill Effects of Chronic Ease.” In a world where convenience is prioritized, our bodies and minds face a mismatch between our ancient wiring and today’s cushioned environment. This chapter examines how modern footwear, synthetic fabrics, recliners, and sofas hijack our body's evolutionary design.

If you find today's excerpt interesting and would like to hear more, you can now purchase “The Comfort Trap” on Audible, Apple Books, or find it in your Spotify subscription. 

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In this episode, Dr. William Li discusses the role of your microbiome in reversing advanced diseases, the science of super-aging, and the transformative power of foods like pomegranates, sauerkraut, and walnuts. He also reveals the latest research on gut bacteria linked to extended lifespan and groundbreaking therapies that help combat cancer.

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