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For hundreds of years, humans naturally fasted during the nighttime hours. Our bodies function in accordance with the circadian rhythm in every way, including our hormones, digestion, neurotransmitters, and so much more. But in our modern society, we have access to food, light, and technology around the clock. We’ve lost touch with an essential pattern …
Continue reading "TMHS 746: How Time Controls Your Brain, Body, & Health – With Dr. Amy Shah"
Food is an integral part of our existence as human beings. In our daily lives, food plays an important role in our rituals, traditions, and celebrations. It also makes up the cells in our body and is a powerful influence over our health, lifespan, and risk for disease. On this episode of The Model Health …
If you want to get healthier, stronger, and more resilient, one of the best things you can do is build muscle. Regular strength training can contribute to your longevity, improve your brain health, optimize your metabolism, and so much more. But unfortunately, there are a lot of myths and misconceptions out there about what it …
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Have you ever wished you were better at remembering names? The ability to recall information isn’t just a matter of good memory or bad memory—it’s actually a skill we all have the ability to harness. My friend Jim Kwik is a world-renowned brain coach, speed reading expert, and an absolute powerhouse in the realm of …
Life’s stressors are a normal part of human existence. In fact, your body’s stress response system is a critical survival mechanism that allows you to respond in the event of a threat. And while we can never entirely eliminate stressors in our lives, we can improve the way we respond to stress. On this episode …
Having a larger waistline is linked to a whole host of risks, including a higher propensity for heart disease and diabetes. While it isn’t possible to directly target belly fat through exercise and diet, there are some steps you can take to facilitate overall fat loss, resulting in a reduction of dangerous visceral fat. Today’s …
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When you think about improving your health, you probably consider implementing daily habits like preparing nutritious meals, adding more movement to your routine, and getting quality sleep. But before you can make lasting changes in those areas, you’ll have to cultivate the mindset and the environment that makes those healthy changes not only possible but …
What is the underlying factor that drives humans to engage in behaviors that are damaging? Whether it’s gambling, drinking, or eating to excess, it’s not uncommon in our society for folks to get sucked into repetitive, detrimental habits. It turns out, there’s an evolutionary foundation behind this behavior, and it’s the topic of the new …
There are a variety of smart lifestyle strategies you can use to lower your stress levels, including practicing meditation and deep breathing, getting adequate sleep, and exercise. But did you know that the food you eat has the potential to both reduce stress and cause stress? Food is a critical, yet often overlooked, piece of …
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Cooking meals together in the kitchen with your kids and family creates long lasting memories. Sometimes starting small with making your own meals alongside others can help others build strong eating habits. Cynthia was inspired after seeing a study that the future generation may not live past their parents and it all leads to how …
Continue reading "TMHS 733: How To Keep Your Family Healthy & More Connected – With Cynthia Garcia"