In this episode of "Feel Better, Live More, Bite Size," Dr. Rangan Chatterjee presents a clip from a conversation with Harvard psychologist Dr. Ellen Langer, focusing on the profound impact of mindset on physical health. Dr. Langer discusses her landmark studies, including the nursing home study, the counterclockwise study, and the chambermaid study, illustrating how beliefs and perceptions can influence aging, healing, and immune system function. They explore the concept of mind-body unity, the placebo and nocebo effects, and the borderline effect, highlighting how expectations and labels can shape health outcomes. Dr. Langer emphasizes the importance of challenging fixed beliefs and age-related cues, advocating for a more mindful and open-minded approach to health and aging.
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