Stage 4 Heart Failure
I was diagnosed with stage 4 heart failure and was looking for your advice on how to deal with this. I am 62 years old and working full time. I am not exhibiting any symptoms at this time. From what I have seen on stage 4 heart failure, this must be some kind of anomaly right ? By the way, great job on the Bill Maher show :)
Zero Thirst Appetite for 15+ years thoughts?
Long time listener and have an inquiry (understand if this goes into an inbox of 10m+). I'm wondering if you all had any idea or research around people who do not experience hunger or thirst. I have not been hungry/thirsty since I was 13 year old (currently 31 M) and have seen many specialists where all roads lead to anxiety as the answer. I've recently quit alcohol after being what we would consider a heavy weekly drinker to see if this is a part of the equation. Regardless, I'm searching for more research or options to explore/test with my body.
Cyclic Alternating Pattern (CAP) Too Many, Too Frequent
Help I'd like to add a document of how many times I cycle in and out of all 3 sleep phases. How do I do that? I don't stay in any one for more than a few minutes at a time. I have slept my life away, IH, CFS. Thanks. stap.t@yahoo.com Could it be underlying Epilepsy? I have TRIED EVERYTHING. 903 530 7541
Non-integrated primitive relfexes
Hi! I would like to know what is your view on non-integrated primitive reflexes. If they are not integrated on time could they lead to an overall disregulation of the autonomic nervous system and cause issues with overall development, for example? Or be at the root of ADHD or maybe other personality disroders? I am specifically referring to primitive relfexes as outlined by Moira Dempsey mainly because I finished a two-day foundation course here in Bulgaria, and basically, this is my point of reference and current knowledge. Thank you for your time!
Hand writing Drawing the Benefit on the Brain
Beautiful evening I would like to suggest a future podcast with neuropsychologist Dr. Meer while watching a brief YouTube video by Dr. Audrey MEER titled How Handwriting benefits your brain I would like to suggest if you can have Dr. MEER on On a future Podcasts to speak to the benefits of drawing and Handwriting in the early development of the brain from transitional kindergarten to elderly And the benefits it may have with people who have low vision and blind Hopefully you can access the video address below of Dr. Audrey MEER brief talk. On the đżsubject How hand writing benefits your brain. Thank you. https://youtu.be/TAQBchbqrIM?si=u8S2C-myKMe3Zi16
post surgery optimization
For general orthopedic surgeries, what are the best post surgery (HL inspired) protocols that should be incorporated into the recovery period, that could help speed up the healing and return one to baseline fitness levels at a faster rate? And, of course this inquiry is prioritizing the personalized doctorâs orders for individual cases. I could really use HL, post surgery protocols for recovery optimization (mental practice, sleep, supplements, etc) FYI, my specific restrictions include non-weight bearing for 8 weeks following meniscus root attachment. Thank you!
I have been a fan of Huberman Labs for years. I've tried to ask this question before, but you became too popular :) In Chinese martial arts there is the "million-dollar exercise" called standing meditation, stand like a tree, or zhan zhuang. It sounds almost ridiculous. You literally stand still and get the most benefits if you can do it properly for over 40 minutes. But every minute is valuable. It is similar to Yoga Nidra, but more aligned with Zen meditation and the concept of "no mind" in the martial arts. The purpose of this mind-body-breath alignment is to completely relax the body and let it do its job. Therefore, it can be a source of great healing, including reduction of cognitive impairment. I am hoping I can interest you in investigating the science because I believe it is important for longevity, but requires discipline. One good reference is a year-long RCT -Jin J, Wu Y, Li S, Jin S, Wang L, Zhang J, Zhou C, Gao Y, Wang Z. Effect of 1 Year of Qigong Exercise on Cognitive Function Among Older Chinese Adults at Risk of Cognitive Decline: A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial. Front Psychol. 2020 Oct 30;11:546834. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2020.546834. PMID: 33192794; PMCID: PMC7662077.
Cholesterol lowering
As there are studies about very weak connection between cholesterol from food and high cholesterol in blood (meaning that high bad cholesterol in blood can't be regulated with nutrition), then what's the best way to lower cholesterol in blood, would it be exercise before or after meals for example? Allan Maloi
Visual perception and combat sports/martial arts
Youâve shared a lot of content regarding modes of visual perception, saccadic suppression, etc. As a lifelong martial artist whoâs recently taken up fencing, I wonder if you could speak more directly to optimum strategies for using focal points, ambient vs focused modes, and any other visual/perceptual techniques to improve performance in combat sports, target sports, or anywhere else where perceptual speed, discrimination, etc. grant an edge.
donating my body to science
I am considering donating my body to science. How best to find and vet a company? I hope to provide information on my lifestyle before my death so that researchers can gain the most information. I would also consider entering into a study. I am a thankful, healthy, exercising, 63 year old woman.
Urgent and Overlooked: Why Fatty Liver Deserves an Episode
Dear Dr. Huberman, Iâd love to suggest an episode focused on fatty liver diseaseâa growing yet often overlooked public health issue. With its strong ties to diet, metabolism, and overall brain-body health, it's a topic that intersects perfectly with your expertise in neuroscience and human performance. Many people are unaware they have fatty liver until itâs advanced, yet lifestyle changes can make a profound impact. Your evidence-based approach could help raise awareness, clarify misconceptions, and empower listeners with actionable strategies for prevention and reversal. Thanks.
Dopamine crash in the afternoon evening
I'm naturally a morning personâI have the most energy and willpower in the early part of the day and throughout working hours. However, once the workday ends, I tend to experience significant fatigue and a strong desire to just stay home, lie in bed, and unwind, even if the weather is great or there are opportunities to go out. This pattern shows up around 4 out of 5 weekdays, and sometimes even on weekends. Based on what Iâve heard in some of your podcasts, I suspect this may be related to dopamine depletion and a possible prolactin response. What can I do to overcome this?
Omega 3 recommendations
Hello, I just recently listened to one of your podcasts about quality of Omega 3 and EPA. Do you have any recommendations on supplements available in Europe ? There are so many here but seems not many with the quality you have mentioned. Very grateful for your advice, and you are amazing!
Yeast Protein Isolate
Both Layne Norton and Alan Aragon have mentioned alternative single-cell proteinâspecifically protein derived from bakerâs yeastâon your podcast recently. Iâve been trying a yeast-protein-isolate product called Spacemilk and, from the data Iâve found, it carries a PDCAAS score of 1.0 and has a comparable, if not better amino acid profile than whey. Since it doesnât come from either an animal or a plant source, Iâm curious how you view its potential for supporting muscle-protein synthesis and how viable of an alternative it is. Thank you!
How to read scientific studies when you are not a scientist
Would you please conduct a podcast where you give us 'lay people' tips, tricks, methods on how to reach a randomized control trial study or a meta- analysis? Particularly, I am interested in understanding the ways drug companies generally run their pharmaceutical trials as evidence that their drug works. Thank you for your time and dedication to your craft.
Retinitis Pigmentosa and fatigue
Hi Andrew, I have been diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa with my field of view <5â° in both eyes. While my quality of life is fine, in recent years I have suffered enormously from fatigue. I continually consult with my local GP and always get a good report. We have literally tested for everything and always get a good pathology result. I'm now wondering could my RP be contributing to my fatigue with my brain working overtime? I have been a farmer all my life so spend most of my time active outside. I have always worn quality sunglasses and have managed to accommodate my RP. Interested in your thoughts.
Boosting energy after work without disrupting sleep
You've discussed many times that caffeine intake later in the day can affect quality and length of sleep. I was curious if there were other alternatives you know of that would be good to boost energy levels for a short period of time without causing this. I know for many, myself included that by the end of the workday I sometimes don't have the energy to engage in the gym or other life activities. Of course, they sell preworkouts and things similar, but these are typically loaded with caffeine so while you might get a good workout, sleep usually suffers because of it. Hoping there's a fix to this catch 22.
Timing of Sauna with Meals, Exercise and Sleeping in 9-5 Routine
Could you provide guidelines and example daily routines for integrating sauna sessions into a 9-5 work schedule, considering especially the optimal timing relative to meals (better to enter in a fasted state? possible to go right after a meal?), and also the optimal timing relative to exercise and bedtime? But most importantly how should one time meals for maximizing sauna benefits and does food consumption immediately before sauna impair the sauna benefits?