The Neuro Experience

By Louisa NicolaMedicine Health & Fitness Education

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The Neuro Experience episodes

July 31, 2023 Breaking Barriers: Transgender Women in Sports, Equality, and an Iranian Journey | Dj Kittens
In this episode, I interview KITTENS, an extraordinary DJ, producer, and advocate in the human rights space.

We embark on a deep and insightful conversation that explores everything from women's value in society, mental health, and the diagnosis and management of ADHD, to the impacts of technology on dopamine, relationships, and even the intriguing subject of brown noise. KITTENS opens up about her personal journey, shares her unique perspective on following feelings instead of rigid plans, and provides empowering advice to those struggling with their cultural background and identity. Join us as we dive into these captivating topics and so much more

As a lesbian woman of color, KITTENS is unapologetic about her intersectional identity. In this episode, Kittens and I discuss everything from gender in womens sport, coming out as an Iranian woman and the interplay of equal rights.

Lauren ventured into the local nightlife and music scene at an early age. With her vast knowledge and relentless curiosity for music, KITTENS has been able to deliver a balance between low grinding electronic beats, hip hop, and dance music.
I hope you enjoy this one.

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Instagram: @iamkittens
She/ her/ they:
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The Neuro Experience Podcast is proud to have hosted: Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Dr Layne Norton, Thomas DeLauer, Shawn Stevenson, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, Saad Alam, Uma Naidoo, Dr. Lanna Cheuck, Angela Lee Pucci, Jillian Turecki, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Dr. Darren Candow, Dr. Sue Varma, Evy Poumpouras, Dr Casey Means, Renee Deehan, Dr Chris Palmer, Dr Charles Brenner, Dr Joe Zundell, Dr Ray Dorsy, Dr Dale Bredeson, Dr. Ben Bikman

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47 min
July 28, 2023 Sleeping Pills: The Hidden Thief of Life Expectancy
Do you find yourself tossing and turning at night, unable to achieve that sweet slumber you desperately crave? You're not alone. In our fast-paced modern world, chronic insomnia and sleep disturbances are all too common, with about a third of adults regularly struggling to sleep. The culprits?
Everything from work stress to hefty schedules that often lead to insomnia, abbreviated sleep times, and groggy mornings. Consequently, an increasing number of people are turning to sleeping pills, hoping to usher in sleep, maintain it, or simply improve its quality. But what impact do these habits have on our life expectancy and mortality rates? That's exactly what we're delving into today.

This episode explores the intriguing relationship between sleep duration, sleeping pill use, and life expectancy among adults, with a special focus on findings from a study in Taiwan. I have linked the study below.

Before we get into it, I have a YT page for those of you wanting more of a visual stream to these episode, thats linked below and if you enjoy these small solo episodes, write me a review on apple itunes, let me know what you want me to cover.

Study can be found here:
Association of sleep duration and sleeping pill use with mortality and life expectancy: A cohort study of 484,916 adults
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The Neuro Experience Podcast is proud to have hosted: Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Dr Layne Norton, Thomas DeLauer, Shawn Stevenson, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, Saad Alam, Uma Naidoo, Dr. Lanna Cheuck, Angela Lee Pucci, Jillian Turecki, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Dr. Darren Candow, Dr. Sue Varma, Evy Poumpouras, Dr Casey Means, Renee Deehan, Dr Chris Palmer, Dr Charles Brenner, Dr Joe Zundell, Dr Ray Dorsy, Dr Dale Bredeson, Dr. Ben Bikman

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14 min
July 26, 2023 Secret Service Agent: Do This for Better Relationships | Evy Poumpouras
Human connection and relationships are often overlooked as part of your wellness. A peak performance lifestyle involves optimizing all parts of your health. Communication, self-awareness, and resilience are all skills that you can learn to help you perform at the highest level.
Full episode here: https://tinyurl.com/2wrvwxct
In this episode I talk to Evy Poumpouras, former Special Agent with the U.S. Secret Service, co-host of Bravo TV’s competition series Spy Games, and author of the best-selling book Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, Live Fearlessly. Evy holds a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology as well as a Master of Science in Journalism from Columbia University. She teaches Criminal Justice and Criminology as an Adjunct Professor at the City University of New York and Leadership and Negotiation at the Athens University of Economics and Business.
Evy and I discuss:
- How does human connection affect your health and well-being?
- Techniques to become more emotionally resilient.
- Is understanding human behavior the key to success?
- The dangers of social isolation and a poor mindset.
00:00:00 - Protecting Yourself in the Digital Age
00:10:49 - The Dangers of Identity Theft and Online Scams
00:12:58 - The Psychological Impact of Online Harassment and Cybersecurity
00:18:00 - The Pressure to Post on Social Media and the Importance of Meaningful Content
00:21:35 - Coping with Emotions under Pressure
00:32:28 - The Dangers of Reliance on Therapy
00:43:14 - Making Good Judgments in Relationships and Business Deals
00:53:49 - The Importance of Face-to-Face Communication
00:55:00 - The Resilience Benefits of Human Contact
01:00:53 - Paying Attention to Behavior, Not the Person
Get Evy’s Book Becoming Bulletproof: https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Bulletproof-Influence-Situations-Fearlessly/dp/1982103752/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1679949801&sr=8-1
Take Evy’s Course - Beyond Bulletproof: https://beyondbulletproof.net/
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1 hr 5 min
July 24, 2023Improve Your Health and Happiness with Better Relationships | Evy Poumpouras
Human connection and relationships are often overlooked as part of your wellness. A peak performance lifestyle involves optimizing all parts of your health. Communication, self-awareness, and resilience are all skills that you can learn to help you perform at the highest level.
In this episode I talk to Evy Poumpouras, former Special Agent with the U.S. Secret Service, co-host of Bravo TV’s competition series Spy Games, and author of the best-selling book Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, Live Fearlessly. Evy holds a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology as well as a Master of Science in Journalism from Columbia University. She teaches Criminal Justice and Criminology as an Adjunct Professor at the City University of New York and Leadership and Negotiation at the Athens University of Economics and Business.
Evy and I discuss:
How does human connection affect your health and well-being?
Techniques to become more emotionally resilient.
Is understanding human behavior the key to success?
The dangers of social isolation and a poor mindset.

Get Evy’s Book Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, and Live Fearlessly
Take Evy’s Course - Beyond Bulletproof

Sponsors:

LMNT - https://www.drinkLMNT.com/NEURO
Neuro Athletics - Get Certified - https://www.neuroathletics.com.au/nacc-nyc

The Neuro Athletics Newsletter
Instagram: @louisanicola_
Twitter : @louisanicola_
YouTube: @Louisa Nicola

The Neuro Experience Podcast is proud to have hosted: Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Dr Layne Norton, Thomas DeLauer, Shawn Stevenson, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, Saad Alam, Uma Naidoo, Dr. Lanna Cheuck, Angela Lee Pucci, Jillian Turecki, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Dr. Darren Candow, Dr. Sue Varma, Evy Poumpouras, Dr Casey Means, Renee Deehan, Dr Chris Palmer, Dr Charles Brenner, Dr Joe Zundell, Dr Ray Dorsy, Dr Dale Bredeson, Dr. Ben Bikman

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1 hr 6 min
July 12, 2023 Maintain a Healthy Heart and Prevent Heart Disease | Prakriti Gaba MD
This episode’s guest is Prakriti Gaba. She earned her medical degree from the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and completed internal medicine training at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City. She is a physician and senior cardiology fellow at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School. Her research interests involve investigating novel treatments for coronary artery disease as well as rethinking clinical trial design.
In this episode, Dr Gaba and I discuss:
- What causes heart disease.
- Does your diet affect your cholesterol levels?
- Which biomarkers should you be looking at, and the ideal ranges.
- How to lower your risk of cardiovascular disease.
00:00:00 - High Risk LDL Cholesterol Levels
00:02:07 - The New York Experience Podcast
00:03:00 - Exploring Unanswered Questions in Cardiology
00:03:02 - Decreasing the Risk of Extreme Cardiovascular Problems
00:04:21 - The Mystery of Cardiology and Preventing Cardiovascular Disease
00:05:09 - Understanding Cardiovascular Disease: Blockages and Strokes
00:06:10 - Venous and Arterial Diseases: Understanding the Risks
00:09:10 - The Process of a Heart Attack
00:12:10 - Preventing and Managing Deep Vein Thrombosis
00:13:00 - The Importance of Cholesterol in Cardiovascular Health
00:15:04 - Understanding Cholesterol Components
00:18:11 - Understanding Lipoproteins B and A
00:21:19 - Understanding Lipoprotein (a) and its Relationship to Heart Disease
00:24:39 - Understanding Lipoprotein A and Arterial Health
00:27:41 - Targeting Inflammation in Cardiovascular Disease
00:30:48 - The Benefits of AG1 in the Afternoon
00:32:59 - Understanding the Bipolar Nature of IL-6
00:33:22 - The Impact of Diet on Cholesterol Levels
00:33:56 - The role of diet in cardiovascular disease risk
00:35:21 - Avocados and the different types of fats
00:36:00 - Can exercise clear plaque in the arteries?
00:37:12 - The Role of Exercise and Diet in Reducing Plaque
00:38:30 - The Benefits of Fiber in Reducing Cardiovascular Disease Risk
00:40:08 - Building Stronger Arteries
00:43:07 - Genetic and dietary factors of LDL cholesterol
00:46:20 - The Complex Pathway of PCSK9 Inhibition
00:47:26 - Precision Medicine and Targeted Therapies
00:48:52 - Mechanism of Action of Statins
00:49:27 - Mechanism of Action of Statins
00:52:31 - The Risk and Benefits of Statin Medication
00:55:42 - The Risks of Taking Supplements
00:58:00 - The Impact of Smoking on Heart Health
00:58:47 - The Impact of Smoking on Cardiovascular Disease
01:00:00 - The Future of Interventional Cardiology and Prevention
01:01:49 - Screening for Heart Disease
01:04:56 - Atrial Fibrillation: Understanding the Disease and its Risks
01:07:53 - Early Detection of Atrial Fibrillation with Wearable Technology
01:10:41 - Connect with me on Twitter and TikTok
Dr Gaba's Twitter: @PrakritiGaba
Dr Gaba on Tiktok: @prakritigaba
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1 hr 12 min
July 11, 2023Understanding and Preventing Cardiovascular Disease | Prakriti Gaba MD
This episode’s guest is Prakriti Gaba. She earned her medical degree from the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and completed internal medicine training at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City. She is a physician and senior cardiology fellow at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School. Her research interests involve investigating novel treatments for coronary artery disease as well as rethinking clinical trial design.
In this episode, Dr Gaba and I discuss:
What causes heart disease.
Does your diet affect your cholesterol levels?
Which biomarkers should you be looking at, and the ideal ranges.
How to lower your risk of cardiovascular disease.
Dr Gaba's Twitter: @PrakritiGaba
Dr Gaba on Tiktok: @prakritigaba
Sponsors:

LMNT - https://www.drinkLMNT.com/NEURO
Athletic Greens - https://www.drinkAG1.com/NEURO

The Neuro Athletics Newsletter
Instagram: @louisanicola_
Twitter : @louisanicola_
YouTube: @Louisa Nicola

The Neuro Experience Podcast is proud to have hosted: Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Dr Layne Norton, Thomas DeLauer, Shawn Stevenson, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, Saad Alam, Uma Naidoo, Dr. Lanna Cheuck, Angela Lee Pucci, Jillian Turecki, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Dr. Darren Candow, Dr. Sue Varma, Evy Poumpouras, Dr Casey Means, Renee Deehan, Dr Chris Palmer, Dr Charles Brenner, Dr Joe Zundell, Dr Ray Dorsy, Dr Dale Bredeson, Dr. Ben Bikman

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1 hr 12 min
July 03, 2023Warning Signs You're Not Healthy and How To Fix It | Dr. Casey Means
We all know that stress can have a negative impact on our health, but did you know that fear can too? In this podcast episode, Dr. Casey Means dives deep into the link between fear, stress, and metabolic dysfunction. She explains how chronic stress, childhood trauma, and even the media can all contribute to chronic inflammation, which is linked to metabolic dysfunction and a variety of chronic diseases.

Dr. Means is a Stanford-trained physician, Chief Medical Officer and Co-founder of metabolic health company Levels, an Associate Editor of the International Journal of Disease Reversal and Prevention, and a Lecturer at Stanford University.

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The program includes a telehealth consultation with a physician in your state, two sensors shipped to your door, and Levels software.

In this episode you will learn:
The various factors that can cause chronic stress, such as work, family, and lifestyle.
A fresh perspective on understanding chronic stress and the importance of identifying fear triggers.
How childhood trauma impacts health and the integral connection between the mind and body.
The influence of deeply ingrained beliefs from childhood on physical health and the risks posed by adverse childhood events.
The role of media in promoting fear and stress, and a critique of their business models.
The truth about our era's safety levels in contrast to media portrayals.
The concept of "self-parenting" as a means to liberate ourselves from psychological barriers and maladaptive coping behaviors.
The significance of self-exploration and coming to terms with mortality in enhancing overall health.
Sponsors:
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Dr. Casey Means
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levels/, https://www.instagram.com/drcaseyskit...
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Twitter : @louisanicola_
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The Neuro Experience Podcast is proud to have hosted: Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Dr Layne Norton, Thomas DeLauer, Shawn Stevenson, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, Saad Alam, Uma Naidoo, Dr. Lanna Cheuck, Angela Lee Pucci, Jillian Turecki, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Dr. Darren Candow, Dr. Sue Varma, Evy Poumpouras, Dr Casey Means, Renee Deehan, Dr Chris Palmer, Dr Charles Brenner, Dr Joe Zundell, Dr Ray Dorsy, Dr Dale Bredeson, Dr. Ben Bikman

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52 min
June 26, 2023The Truth about Hormones and Women’s Health | Cynthia Thurlow
This episode’s guest is Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and metabolic health expert, author, and speaker. Her two TEDx talks on intermittent fasting and women’s health have gotten over 14 million views on YouTube! She’s incredibly passionate about using the healing power of nutrition to help women live healthy lives and it shows in everything she does.
In this episode, Cynthia and I discuss:
How sleep and stress uniquely affect women’s health.
The best lab tests for understanding your hormonal & metabolic health.
How trauma and emotional stress reduce fertility.
Lifestyle changes for improving metabolic flexibility and insulin resistance.
Cynthia's website: https://cynthiathurlow.com/
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Instagram: @louisanicola_
Twitter : @louisanicola_
YouTube: @Louisa Nicola

The Neuro Experience Podcast is proud to have hosted: Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Dr Layne Norton, Thomas DeLauer, Shawn Stevenson, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, Saad Alam, Uma Naidoo, Dr. Lanna Cheuck, Angela Lee Pucci, Jillian Turecki, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Dr. Darren Candow, Dr. Sue Varma, Evy Poumpouras, Dr Casey Means, Renee Deehan, Dr Chris Palmer, Dr Charles Brenner, Dr Joe Zundell, Dr Ray Dorsy, Dr Dale Bredeson, Dr. Ben Bikman

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46 min
June 12, 2023Learn Mental Resilience & Toughness from the World's Best | Rennae Stubbs
This episode’s guest is Rennae Stubbs, champion tennis player, coach, and commentator. She hosts The Power Hour on Amazon Prime and is a full-time commentator for ESPN tennis. Rennae was ranked world No.1 in doubles in 2000 and represented Australia at four successive Summer Olympic Games. She has coached and advised many tennis champions, including Serena Williams during her final grand slam tournament in 2022.
In this episode, Rennae and I discuss:
The top 3 things you can do to improve your mindset.
How to overcome moments of extreme adversity.
What skills can you learn that all champions have in common?
How to switch into a mentally tough state whenever you need it.

Follow Rennae - https://twitter.com/rennaestubbs
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The Neuro Athletics Newsletter
Instagram: @louisanicola_
Twitter : @louisanicola_
YouTube: @Louisa Nicola

The Neuro Experience Podcast is proud to have hosted: Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Dr Layne Norton, Thomas DeLauer, Shawn Stevenson, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, Saad Alam, Uma Naidoo, Dr. Lanna Cheuck, Angela Lee Pucci, Jillian Turecki, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Dr. Darren Candow, Dr. Sue Varma, Evy Poumpouras, Dr Casey Means, Renee Deehan, Dr Chris Palmer, Dr Charles Brenner, Dr Joe Zundell, Dr Ray Dorsy, Dr Dale Bredeson, Dr. Ben Bikman

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58 min
June 06, 2023What Is VO2 Max And How Does it Relate to Longevity?
This podcast episode delves into the science of VO2 Max - the maximum oxygen volume one can use during intense exercise, and its pivotal role not just in athletic performance but also in longevity. Exploring the biological underpinnings, the episode illuminates how this key physiological measure relates to our body's efficiency in oxygen usage and energy production. It details how factors like genetics, age, sex, altitude, and training status impact VO2 Max.

Joining me today is co-founder of PNOĒ analytics- Panos Papadiamantis. PNOĒ is a technology company that enables health professionals to integrate science-backed nutrition and training into their practice through breath analysis.

A few things we go over:
Introduction to VO2 Max: its definition and importance in exercise science.
Brief on VO2 Max's history, physiological basis, and factors affecting it.
How VO2 Max predicts athletic performance and its relation to heart rate.
Overview of lab methods and wearable tech for estimating VO2 Max.
Techniques to improve VO2 Max: high-intensity interval training (HIIT), endurance training, diet, and nutrition.
Discussion on VO2 Max's limitations as a performance measure, including the role of lactate threshold and exercise economy.
Expert insights on practical application of VO2 Max in training.
Episode wrap-up and teaser for the next episode.

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The Neuro Athletics Newsletter
Instagram: @louisanicola_
Twitter : @louisanicola_
YouTube: @Louisa Nicola

The Neuro Experience Podcast is proud to have hosted: Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Dr Layne Norton, Thomas DeLauer, Shawn Stevenson, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, Saad Alam, Uma Naidoo, Dr. Lanna Cheuck, Angela Lee Pucci, Jillian Turecki, Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Dr. Darren Candow, Dr. Sue Varma, Evy Poumpouras, Dr Casey Means, Renee Deehan, Dr Chris Palmer, Dr Charles Brenner, Dr Joe Zundell, Dr Ray Dorsy, Dr Dale Bredeson, Dr. Ben Bikman

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45 min