
How Focus and Attention Powers Your Mind – Amishi Jha, Ph.D. : 940
WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Trigger Autophagy: https://spermidinelife.us/dave, use code DAVE25 for 25% off your first month’s orderMeat Sticks! All the Good Stuff-No BS: https://paleovalley.com/DAVE, use code DAVE to get 15% off your first orderSleep Better on Natural Memory Foam: https://myessentia.com, use code DAVEVIP to get an exclusive discountIN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™...…you’re going to find out why you’re missing 50% of your life to fractured attention and distraction and what it’s doing to your brain. Podcast guest Amishi Jha, Ph.D., a neuroscientist and professor of psychology at the University of Miami, researches how people pay attention. She co-founded the Contemplative Neuroscience for the Mindfulness Research and Practice Initiative at the University of Miami and serves as its director. For more than 25 years, she’s researched the science of attention through intensive work with the U.S. Military, first responders, medical professionals, business leaders, and elite sports teams.She’s found that attention Is both your superpower and your kryptonite. As a superpower, attention allows you to time-travel in your mind (future and past), highlights what’s important, helps you problem solve, and shuts out distractions, she explains in her book, “Peak Mind: Find Your Focus, Own your Attention, Invest 12 Minutes a Day.” When attention is compromised, it’s your kryptonite because it impacts your cognitive function, social engagement, and emotional balance, she points out. The three main forces that degrade attention include, 1) the amount of stress you’re under (and how you’re managing it); 2) being in a crappy mood; and 3) threats real or imagined.And when your attention gets fractured, you often default to tactics that fail to pull it back together. Amishi’s got great insights in her book that allow you to understand why this happening. When you know what’s going on, it's easier to find your focus.It’s absolutely possible to change your brain to become more attentive, present, and productive through mindful techniques and daily focusing practices. Amishi’s research shows that mindfulness gives you a sense of control over your mind and allows you to stop negative thinking before it hijacks your brain and body.The type of mindfulness practice you choose isn’t as important as how consistently you actually do it. The minimum effective dose equals 12 minutes a day, five days a week.Listen on to a conversation that gives you practical tips on how to re-capture your attention, train your brain and perform at your peak.More about Amishi Jha, Ph.D.: Amishi earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Psychology then went on to earn a Ph.D. in Psychology (Cognitive Neuroscience) from the University of California–Davis. She completed post-doctoral training at the Brain Imaging and Analysis Center at Duke University in functional neuroimaging. She leads research on the neural bases of attention and the effects of mindfulness-based training programs on cognition, emotion, resilience, and performance. Her work has been featured at NATO, the World Economic Forum, and the U.S. Pentagon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
24 Touko 20221h 15min

Hacking Your Biohacks for Better Sleep, Fitness & Weight Control – Interventions With Dave – Sean Plotkin : 939
In this Episode of The Human Upgrade™...… Dave talks with Sean Plotkin about changing up his current biohacking routine to get even better results. You’ll find out how to maintain a high quality of life amid the “hustle” that can take up a lot of your everyday life.In his mid-40s, Sean’s doing a lot to improve his energy, keep his body strong and stay ahead of aging. But, he says, the weight keeps creeping up and he’s concerned about his thyroid function. He has an intense weekly exercise routine and could use some help with nutrition before and after his fitness sessions. He also wants to tackle sleep, believing his isn’t as optimal as it could be.He’s doing a lot of things right, including: supplementing with glutathione, using ozone, wearing a continuous glucose monitor, cooling his sleep with an Ooler Sleep System, tackling how he feels with Hapbee, managing stress and performance with NuCalm, upgrading his brain at 40 Years of Zen, and investing in a hyperbaric chamber and sauna for home use. In this “Interventions With Dave” episode, Dave examines what Sean’s doing, what’s working or not, and what he can do to reach his peak performance consistently. They break down:Nutrient availability (No. 1, energy; No. 2, protein; and No. 3, carbs)Blood glucose and insulin resistanceCortisol and stressHormonesCognitive functionNutritionPre-diabetesFatty liverInflammationCold therapyCholesterolMetabolic healthBrain healthAnd much more!Sean’s already got great awareness, tools and data to work with. Along any journey, it takes some experimentation—and time—to find that sweet spot that makes you feel like a million bucks. Note: The "Interventions With Dave” recommendations are designed to help you upgrade yourself and your biology so you can perform better at everything you do. They are not, however, a substitute for advice or treatment by a trained medical professional that may be needed for specific health conditions, illness or injury.Don't miss the previous episodes in the Interventions With Dave series:Hacking Weight Loss Resistance #930Hacking Thyroid, Autoimmunity & Aging #918Hacking Inflammation #915Hacking Your Gut Microbiome #908Hacking Menopausal Weight Gain #904Hacking Eyesight #895See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
21 Touko 202248min

Your Get-Smart Guide to CBD & Chinese Herbs – Chloe Weber : 938
WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Nature’s Nootropic: https://trukava.com, use code DAVE15 to get 15% offNAD+ for Brain Health: https://innovativemedicine.com/DAVE and save 20%Minerals for Cell Function: https://www.beamminerals.com, use code DAVE20 to get 20% offSPECIAL OFFER FOR THE HUMAN UPGRADE LISTENERS: Go to https://www.radicalrootsherbs.com/, use code “DAVE15” to save 15% off Radical Roots full-spectrum hemp and Chinese herbs products.IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™...…you’ll learn about all things CBD, hemp and THC: what current research says, why quality matters, and how to get real results. Paired with particular Chinese herbs, the benefits to you increase even more.In the last few years, CBD was a trend, then the market got saturated, and then people said: “I tried CBD and nothing happened.” That’s unfortunate, because experts like acupuncturist, herbalist and Chinese Medicine practitioner Dr. Chloe Weber know exactly what works—and how. There are four main ways hemp supports the mind and body, and this conversation gets into the mechanisms of them all: Anxiety and stress, GI support, immune support, and pain management/inflammatory disorders.You’ll also find out:The differences between full spectrum (with 0.3% THC) vs. isolate vs. pharmaceutical cannabis.How your body’s endocannabinoid system works and why it’s your master regulator.What endocannabinoid deficiency means for your body.How to take CBD and how long it takes to experience its effects.How pairing CBD with Chinese herbs can benefit your body and brain, and power your performance.What to look for in high-quality hemp products.How to maneuver through cannabis strains and THC potencies.How to decide between CBD oils, capsules, topicals for your particular health needs.Common misconceptions about and censorship of CBD.What new cannabinoids are coming onto the scene, like CBG and CBN.Chloe founded Radical Roots Herbs, a company that offers full-spectrum hemp product and also combines CBD with Chinese herbs to boost the power of both.“By calming the nervous system and supporting our endocannabinoid system,” Chloe says, “we're actually able accept, absorb and process the Chinese herbs in a more dynamic way."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
20 Touko 202258min

Bonus: Biohacking Surgery & Recovery with Dave Asprey
WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Support Skin Health and Healing: https://alituranaturals.com/shop/, use code DAVE20 for 20% off storewideSupport Digestion and Immune Function: https://justthrivehealth.com, use code ASPREY to get 15% offSupport Your Body’s Natural Repair Mechanisms: https://eng3corp.com/DAVE/IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™...… I will teach you everything you would ever want to know about before surgery, during surgery and after surgery, so that you come in strong, you have a better surgical experience, and you recover way faster than you're supposed to. Research shows that if you live in America, you’re likely to have an average of seven surgeries in your lifetime. Wouldn’t you want to know how to go in at your best so you can recover at your best? This was my thinking when I went under the knife last year. In the hours and days that followed, I blew my doctor’s mind. He had never seen a recovery like mine. As the Father of Biohacking, I never shy away from an opportunity to blow the lid off what we think is biologically possible. And then I share what I’ve found with the world.In Heal with Dave, my new documentary, you’re going to learn all of the methods I used to heal without pain and recover to the fullest and beyond. I’ll teach you how.If this sounds interesting to you and you want to know what to do to have control of your biology at a time when frankly, a lot of people take quite a while to recover and there's increased risk of all kinds of bad things like infections, systemic issues, just not healing very well and building strong tissues, go to daveaspery.com/heal. Watch the documentary, use the resources. It's my gift to you! “Heal with Dave” Documentary: https://daveasprey.com/heal/Ali Sadrieh, DPM at Evo Foot: https://www.evofoot.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
17 Touko 20227min

Discover Your Attributes & Get More Out of Yourself – Rich Diviney : 937
WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Control Blood Glucose: https://pendulumlife.com, sign up for membership to get monthly supply delivery, use code DAVE20 to save $20 on your first shipmentTasty Keto Bread & Chips: https://www.uprisingfood.com/DAVE, use code DAVE to get $10 off the starter bundleBusiness Growth With SEO: https://www.stephanspencer.com, get a FREE consultationIN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™...… you’ll learn why developing your attributes may be more important than skills when it comes to getting more out of yourself. Attributes are wired into your internal circuitry, always running in the background, says Rich Diviney. You’re born with attributes. They’re elemental and considered innate traits—not to be confused with personality traits.Rich, a retired Navy SEAL commander, bestselling author, and leadership and human performance expert, explains how attributes determine how you absorb, process, and respond to the world around you. By knowing this, you’ll be able to assess your own attributes and put them into action with SMART steps.In his book, “The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance,” Rich shows you how mindset, optimism and becoming uniquely resilient to stress can help you become a better human. His approach identifies core attributes needed for success in personal or professional tasks.His ability to choose the right people to be in elite performance groups—like the U.S. Navy SEALs—could be considered a superpower. As the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, Rich was part of the SEAL selection process. He pared down a group of exceptional candidates to a small cadre of the most elite optimal performers. How did he do it? By looking at attributes.It’s Rich's belief that SEALs are not born extraordinary. Instead, they’ve mastered their own mindset to get the most out of their innate abilities to make themselves extraordinary. He believes we all have the power to do this.In “The Attributes,” you’ll find examples of attributes within five distinct categories plus a couple more that don’t fit so neatly: Grit, Mental Acuity, Drive, Leadership and Teamability. So, what are attributes and how are they different than skills? “A lot of times we get seduced by skills, and we don't think about attributes,” Rich says. “And the reason is very simple: skills are not inherent to our nature. They're very visible, which means they're very easy to assess, measure and test and you can put scores around them and stats around them. … Attributes are inherent to our nature. We're all born with levels of adaptability and situational awareness and resilience. Attributes don't dictate our behavior or director behavior; they inform our behavior.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
13 Touko 20221h 18min

A Crash Course in How to Build Radical Confidence – Lisa Bilyeu : 936
WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Track Blood Glucose: https://www.levelshealth.com/DAVE, sign up for the Beta groupKickstart Autophagy: https://timelinenutrition.com/DAVE, use the code ASPREY10 to get 10% off any planMattress Temperature Tech: https://www.eightsleep.com/dave, use code DAVE to save $250 on the Pod ProIN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™... …you’ll learn that to be a high performer, you’ve got to have radical confidence to achieve whatever goals you set for yourself. Today’s guest, Lisa Bilyeu, explains how real confidence is an inside job, not something you gain from outside validation. When Lisa co-founded Quest Nutrition, she was a self-professed housewife boxing protein bars in her living room. The company grew 57,000 percent in its first three years and became a billion-dollar brand. Her learning curve was steep and fast and filled with things she didn’t know how to do—yet. She went on to co-found (with her husband, Tom Bilyeu) and serve as president of Impact Theory Studios. It’s a digital-first studio that produces entertaining original content focusing on themes of empowerment. That content has been viewed over half a billion times by a global audience.Lisa oversees in-house development of projects focused on female-driven content for multiple platforms. She hosts the digital series, “Women of Impact.”In her first book, “Radical Confidence: 10 No BS Lessons on Becoming the Hero of Your Own Life,” she shares her journey from a housewife to successful entrepreneur with relatable lessons, anecdotes, and lots of humor.She explains how the “Purgatory of the Mundane” is even more dangerous than hitting rock bottom. She dishes tough love for those of you who are stuck in mind loops that hold you back.From ditching the fairy tale to getting off the couch to putting on goggles when the shit hits the fan, Lisa’s got realistic tips to get you moving. An important part of that momentum is setting boundaries: material, physical, and mental and emotional. She shows you exactly how.She also suggests a fresh perspective on a few things that can help you build “radical” confidence:Manage the voice in your headSet clear boundariesLearn from your mistakesKeep your goals top of mindMaintain self-awareness around your emotions and triggersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
11 Touko 20221h 11min

Upgrade Spotlight: Find Your Footing in Minimalist Footwear – Xero Shoes : 935
IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™... …you’re listening to a new Upgrade Spotlight series based on what you told me you wanted to hear on this podcast. On one Friday each month, these shorter episodes will feature guests who’ll get right into useful information in a Q&A style. You’ll find out how to improve your energy and upgrade your performance. You’ll also get the latest knowledge about powerful tools and technologies that allow you to change your biology and the environment around you. Introducing Xero Shoes! During this Upgrade Spotlight, you’ll learn how minimalist footwear reduces injury, improves foot strength and supports healthy feet. You’ll learn that getting grounded is a good thing.Today’s guest—serial entrepreneur Steven Sashen—is a competitive sprinter. He knows the mechanics of human feet. He also knows what it feels like to move in shoes that suck. So, he and his wife, Lena Phoenix, founded the footwear company Xero Shoes. They ran headlong into shoe history and shoe science to intentionally create “a MOVEMENT movement” of people with happy, healthy, strong feet in addictively comfortable footwear. “A quarter of the bones and joints of your whole body are in your feet and ankles,” Steven says. “They're supposed to bend and move and flex just like any other joint. If you're wearing shoes that don't let them do that, that function tries unsuccessfully to move into your ankle, your knee, your hip and your back joints. Those joints aren't built for those micro motions that keep you balanced, that give you agility and mobility.”Your feet, and by design the rest of your body, know something’s off with cushioned shoes. So does Steven.“The value of natural movement, the importance of foot health, and all the things that relate to foot health got me going,” he says. “But what really catalyzed it was discovering that what the footwear industry has been doing for 50 years is lying to people– selling people on ideas that they know don't work, but they can't pull back. They can't tell a different story, because they've been promoting this story for so long about arch support, motion control, padding, cushioning, etc.” Research published by the American College of Sports Medicine in 2021, “Stepping Back to Minimal Footwear: Applications Across the Lifespan," showed that minimal footwear leads to improved musculoskeletal health across your lifetime. “It’s all about natural motion,” Steven explains. “Our ancestors didn't have a problem being on their feet all day, every day. It wasn't because they're different from us, it was just that they got used to using their feet correctly. We can still do that any day, anytime, any of age.”CHECK OUT XERO SHOES and the 5,000-MILE SOLE WARRANTY! U.S.: https://xeroshoes.com and EU: https://xeroshoes.euSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
7 Touko 202246min

How to Double Your Energy – Ari Whitten : 934
WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT!Complete Spectrum Hemp + Chinese Herbs: https://radicalrootsherbs.com/DAVE, use code DAVE to get 10% off Meat Sticks, Apple Cider Vinegar and More Good Stuff: https://paleovalley.com/DAVE, use code DAVE to get 15% off your first orderBiostack for High Performance: https://vatellia.com, use code DAVE2022 to save 10% or subscribe and save 15% + receive a free bottle of Kale BusterIN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™...…you’ll find out why you’re tired, how to fix it and ways to increase your energy. Fatigue is a hidden epidemic, with chronic fatigue syndrome being the most severe end, but most people (in the U.S.) are experiencing some level of being flat-out tired as hell.Guest Ari Whitten, Ph.D. (Cand.), CES, PES, says that as a culture, we have normalized fatigue. In his newest book, “EAT FOR ENERGY: How to Beat Fatigue, Supercharge Your Mitochondria, and Unlock All-Day Energy,” he explains that 5.4 million adults in the U.S. have been diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome (the most severe case of fatigue). However, the true fatigue epidemic affects 50 to 100 times more people.This episode’s discussion gets right into the role of mitochondria in human energy. Ari’s research (420 citations in “Eat for Energy”!] is clear. The cause of fatigue is mitochondrial dysfunction, he says. And the biggest factors that affect your mitochondria include:Circadian rhythm dysregulation and poor sleep Carrying too much body fat and too little muscle mass Poor gut and microbiome health Blood sugar dysregulation Nutritional toxicities and deficiencies Neurotransmitter and hormone imbalances So what can you do to increase your energy currency? A lot, as it turns out. When you understand factors like resilience, cell defense, nutrition and supplementation, you’re on your way to better energy. In this conversation, you’ll learn:what’s causing the dysfunction in your mitochondria and how you can repair these critical energy cells. strategies that will double your energy levels. 7 top supplements (and more) that help get your mitochondria back on the energy track. Ari has been studying and teaching natural health science for more than 25 years. He went through his own battle with chronic fatigue that inspired his obsession with energy. For the past seven years, he's focused specifically on improving human energy. His education and work in this area touches on critical aspects of human health from nutrition to physical training, to light science, to psychology, and more. He created The Energy Blueprint science-based lifestyle programs that target brain energy and mitochondria. He also hosts The Energy Blueprint podcast that features world-wide experts on the subject of understanding fatigue and how to get more energy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
6 Touko 20221h 1min






















