Is the gut really our "second brain"?

"There are way easier places to work, but nobody ever changed the world on 40 hours a week." That’s exactly what Elon Musk tweeted in November 2018, as part of a call for new talent to join his companies. The post went viral, leading to a lot of people critiquing Musk's take on w ...  Show more

The perineum is a group of muscles that works like a hammock, stretching from the pubic bone to the tailbone. To pinpoint its location, try coughing; you’ll feel a downward pressure in your lower abdomen. It provides support for your internal organs, like the rectum and bladder, ...  Show more

This week’s podcast is all about activating your second brain— and we welcome back special guest Naveen Jain! 

Just how important is our second brain—our gut? How much does our gut influence our mind? How important is our gut to our health? Why are we s ...

Do you get butterflies in your stomach when you’re excited? Feel nauseated when you’re nervous? Get a knot in your gut when you're worried something bad is going to happen? Then you’ve experienced what’s called the gut-brain axis: a powerful connection between your brain and your ...  Show more

Optimal cognitive performance starts with looking after your physical health. If you are looking to increase your mental energy, think clearly, and optimize the health of your brain, today’s show is for you. We will give you usable tips to sleep better, help you choose the bes ...

How can you use meditation & mindfulness to improve your sleep and overall brain performance?

The terms meditation and mindfulness frequently get used interchangeably, but is there a difference?

Today, I’m excited to have neuroscientist Ariel Garten back on t ...