Welcome back to the Health Upgrade Podcast! In this colab episode, host Ben Greenfield dives deep into the mysteries and science of the vagus nerve with Dr. Navaz Habib and JP Errico. Together, they break down what the vagus nerve actually does in your body, including its powerful influence on immune function, gut health, inflammation,…

In this episode, we sit down with nutrition expert Ashley Koff to dive deep into the world of optimal health for high performers. Together, we explore the real science behind weight management, focusing on GLP-1 medications and the broader ecosystem of weight health hormones. Ashley shares her personal journey, stresses the power of understanding the…

In this episode of the Health Upgrade podcast, Dr. Navaz Habib reflects on the top five episodes of the year, featuring insightful discussions with renowned guests. The episode highlights clips from conversations with Dr. Davis Brockenshire, Dr. Deanna Minich, Dr. Scott Sherr, Dr. Aimie Apigian, and others, covering topics such as functional medicine, melatonin's role…

In today’s episode, we are joined by our special guest, Valerie Driscoll, and we open up a lively conversation about the hidden benefits of boredom and mindfulness. Valerie Driscoll shares her journey from interior design to functional health coaching and highlights how real personal change begins with small, consistent habits and paying attention to the…

In this inspiring episode of the Health Upgrade podcast, I welcome the "holistic kids" who share their journey of writing The Teen Health Revolution, a guide to empower teens to take charge of their health.  Together, we dive into why adolescence is a uniquely challenging time for wellness and how lifestyle changes can have a…

In this powerful episode, we welcome the brilliant Dr. Jolene Brighten to tackle some of the most pressing topics in women’s health.  Dr. Jolene Brighten shares her journey from gut health to becoming a passionate advocate for empowering women, explaining how conventional medicine has often left their voices unheard. Together, we dig into misunderstood conditions…

We sit down with Dr. Davis Brockenshire to explore the power of optimizing health at every stage of life. Together, we unpack strategies for unlocking genetic potential with a focus on the role of the nervous system, immune system, and metabolic balance. Our conversation takes you from preconception and childhood wellness all the way to…

In this special episode, I dive into the world of bloodwork and the crucial markers that can reveal a lot about your vagus nerve health. By focusing on inflammation and metabolic stress, I break down the top three markers you should pay attention to: high sensitivity CRP, hemoglobin A1C, and the triglyceride to HDL ratio.…

In this episode of the Health Upgrade podcast, we dive deep into the science behind longevity, focusing on the FOXO3 gene, a newly hot topic in genetic research for long and healthy life. Together, we break down how FOXO3 acts as a master regulator of the body’s stress response, coordinating processes like autophagy, DNA repair,…