Andrew Huberman

How Smell, Taste & Pheromones Shape Behavior | Huberman Lab Essentials

What Pets Actually Want & Need | Dr. Karolina Westlund

AMA #19: Collagen vs. Whey Protein, Creatine, Smelling Salts, Stimulants & More

In this episode of the Huberman Lab Podcast, Andrew Huberman answers a listener's question about the health advantages of bone broth or collagen protein versus whey protein. He explains that whey protein is superior for muscle growth and repair due to its high leucine content, while bone broth and collagen protein may ...

Protocols to Improve Vision & Eyesight | Huberman Lab Essentials

Vision functions as an extension of the central nervous system, with the eyes serving as the primary gateway for light to regulate mood, alertness, and circadian rhythms. Melanopsin-containing retinal ganglion cells detect light to anchor biological time, necessitating early morning sunlight exposure for optimal hormon...

Tools for Overcoming Substance & Behavioral Addictions | Ryan Soave

How to Build Endurance | Huberman Lab Essentials

Endurance functions as a complex interplay between neural, muscular, and cardiovascular systems rather than a singular physical trait. The ability to persist in effort is primarily governed by neural signaling, specifically epinephrine release, which dictates the threshold for fatigue. Training protocols must be tailor...

How to Improve Your Vitality & Heal From Disease | Dr. Mark Hyman

Functional medicine views the human body as an interconnected network rather than a collection of isolated symptoms, shifting the medical focus from treating disease to creating systemic health. By addressing root causes—such as environmental toxins, nutritional deficiencies, and chronic inflammation—this approach enab...

Build Muscle Size, Increase Strength & Improve Recovery | Huberman Lab Essentials

Muscle growth and strength rely on the nervous system's ability to recruit motor units, a process governed by the Henneman Size Principle. Effective training requires 5 to 15 sets per muscle group weekly, utilizing 30% to 80% of one's one-repetition maximum, with a focus on isolated, high-tension contractions for hyper...

How to Find & Be a Great Romantic Partner | Lori Gottlieb

Lose Fat With Science-Based Tools | Huberman Lab Essentials

In this episode of Huberman Lab Essentials, Andrew Huberman discusses the science behind accelerated fat loss, emphasizing the often-overlooked role of the nervous system. He clarifies the importance of the "calories in versus calories out" formula but focuses on how the nervous system, through neurons and the release ...

Transform Your Mental Health With Diet & Lifestyle | Dr. Chris Palmer

How to Learn Skills Faster | Huberman Lab Essentials

In this episode of Huberman Lab Essentials, Andrew Huberman discusses the science of skill learning, particularly motor skills, and provides actionable, science-based tools to enhance learning speed and retention. He differentiates between open loop and closed loop skills, emphasizing the importance of sensory percepti...

How to Improve Your Teeth & Oral Microbiome for Brain & Body Health | Dr. Staci Whitman

Oral health serves as a critical indicator of systemic wellness, directly influencing gut health, cardiovascular function, and brain longevity. Functional dentist Dr. Staci Whitman emphasizes that modern dental practices, such as the use of harsh mouthwashes and excessive fluoride, often disrupt the delicate oral micro...

Supercharge Exercise Performance & Recovery with Cooling | Huberman Lab Essentials

How to Increase Your Speed, Mobility & Longevity with Plyometrics & Sprinting | Stuart McMillan

Sprinting represents the pinnacle of human performance, yet many adults lose the ability to move with speed and efficiency due to sedentary lifestyles and neglected movement patterns. Elite coach Stuart McMillan advocates for skipping as a fundamental, zero-cost plyometric activity that restores eccentric control, fasc...

Boost Your Energy & Immune System with Cortisol & Adrenaline | Huberman Lab Essentials

Improve Focus with Behavioral Tools & Medication for ADHD | Dr. John Kruse

How to Control Your Metabolism by Thyroid & Growth Hormone | Huberman Lab Essentials

How to Achieve Inner Peace & Healing | Dr. Richard Schwartz

This podcast episode features a discussion with Dr. Richard Schwartz, the founder of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. The interview explores the core components of IFS, which posits that the mind is comprised of multiple "parts" that can create anxiety, resentment, or depression. Dr. Schwartz guides the host th...

How to Control Hunger, Eating & Satiety | Huberman Lab Essentials

Hunger and satiety are governed by a complex interplay between neural centers like the ventromedial hypothalamus and the insular cortex, and endocrine signals from the gut. Ghrelin acts as a hormonal clock, stimulating hunger at anticipated meal times, while MSH and cholecystokinin (CCK) function as satiety signals tri...