The Dr. Hyman Show
The Dr. Hyman Show, hosted by Dr. Mark Hyman, is a podcast that explores chronic disease, nutrition, mental health, food policy, prevention, and longevity. It provides evidence-based insights and expert conversations to help listeners take control of their health. The show aims to empower individuals to become the CEO of their own health by addressing root causes often overlooked in conventional healthcare.
Episodes
Is It Burnout Or Something Deeper? The High-Functioning Trap | Dr. Judith Joseph
If we're wired for joy, why do so many successful people feel exhausted, disconnected, or emotionally flat?
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with psychiatrist, researcher, and author Dr. Judith Joseph, whose team conducted the first peer-reviewed clinical study on high-functioning depression. We talk about why feeling "fine" on the outside doesn't always reflect what's happening
Why Your Cholesterol Is High—and How to Start Fixing It in 10 Days
High cholesterol is one of the most common reasons people are told they’re at risk for heart disease. But what if cholesterol isn’t the root problem? What if it’s actually a signal of deeper metabolic dysfunction—and focusing on the number alone causes us to miss what’s really driving cardiovascular risk?
In today’s episode, we explore a functional medicine approach to cholesterol and heart healt
Antidepressants Explained: Benefits, Risks, and Alternatives for Depression | Dr. James Greenblatt
Depression is often treated as a single condition. But two people with the same diagnosis can have completely different underlying causes.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m rejoined by Dr. James Greenblatt to explore why depression may be less of a disease and more of a signal that something deeper is going on. We discuss how a root-cause approach can uncover what’s driving symptoms and
The Perfect Morning Routine for a Longer, Sharper Life | Dr. Mark Hyman
Morning routines have become one of the most talked-about topics in health and wellness—but it’s not just about productivity or checking boxes. How you start your morning has a direct biological impact on your brain, your energy, your metabolism, and even how well you sleep at night. Yet, so many people inadvertently sabotage their biology first thing in the morning with dopamine hits, sugar, and
Millions of Women Stopped Taking Hormones Because of a Misread Study | Dr. Sharon Malone
For far too long, many women have been told their symptoms were normal, exaggerated, or simply something they had to live with—treated as isolated problems instead of part of a much larger hormonal transition happening inside the body.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m joined by Dr. Sharon Malone, host of The Second Opinion podcast and Chief Medical Advisor at Alloy Women’s Health.
We d
Is HRT Safe? 10 Questions Women Ask Most — Answered by a Functional MD
Hormone replacement therapy is one of the most talked about—and misunderstood—topics in women’s health. For years, women were told HRT was dangerous. Now, the conversation is shifting, but many are still left confused about what’s actually safe, when to start, and whether hormones are even right for them.
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Cindy Geyer from my clinic, The UltraWellness Center,
The Latest Science on Microplastics — And What They’re Doing to Your Body | Dr. Shanna Swan
We’re surrounded by plastics and environmental chemicals every day, but only recently have scientists begun to understand how deeply they may be affecting human health.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Shanna Swan to explore what the latest science reveals about plastics, fertility, hormone health, and the everyday habits that may be shaping our biology more than we real
Are You Secretly Dehydrated? Why a 1% Drop Kills Your Focus and Mood
Hydration affects far more than thirst. Even mild dehydration can impact your focus, memory, mood, energy, and overall brain performance—yet most people walk through the day without realizing they’re under-hydrated. The problem isn’t just not drinking enough water. It’s also caffeine overload, low electrolytes, processed foods, and inconsistent habits that quietly leave your brain and body struggl
Women Are Not Small Men! Why Fitness Advice Is Failing Half the Population | Dr. Stacy Sims
Most health and fitness advice for women is based on research done in men. That’s something we need to rethink.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Stacy Sims, an exercise physiologist and leading researcher in women’s health. Her work has focused on how female physiology actually changes over time—and how training and nutrition need to change with it.
Watch the full conve
The 5 Root Causes of Autoimmune Disease (And How to Start Healing)
Autoimmune disease is often treated as something random, lifelong, and out of your control. But what if it’s not your body malfunctioning—what if it’s your immune system responding exactly the way it’s designed to, to something it sees as a threat? When you understand what’s driving that response, everything changes.
Here’s what I cover in today’s episode:
• The 5 key drivers—food, toxins, gut he
The Real Reason You Age (And How to Slow It Down) | Dr. Eric Verdin
We tend to think of heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer’s as separate problems. But what if they all stem from the same underlying process?
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Eric Verdin, whose research, including work on compounds like urolithin A, is helping reshape how we think about aging and long-term health. We explore why aging may be the biggest driver of chronic
6 Root Causes of Migraines (And How to Fix Them)
Migraines aren’t just headaches and if you’ve ever had one, you know how debilitating they can be. But they’re not random, and they’re not just genetic. Migraines are a signal that something deeper is out of balance in your body and if you only treat the symptoms, you miss the real opportunity to prevent them.
In this episode, I break down what’s really driving migraines, including:
• The root ca
The Mental Health Crisis Starts in the Gut | Dr. William Li & Dr. Mark Hyman
It’s easy to think of mental health as something happening only in the brain. But more and more, we’re seeing how closely it’s tied to what’s going on in the gut.
Today, I’m joined again by Dr. William Li, a New York Times bestselling author. We discuss his latest book, Eat to Beat Your Diet, and how food, inflammation, and microbiome shape the way we think and feel.
Watch the full conversation
Feeding Kids Is Hard—Here’s What They Actually Need
Most parents are doing their best but the modern food environment is working against them. Between ultra-processed foods, constant marketing, and confusing nutrition advice, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
But what your child eats doesn’t just affect their growth—it shapes their brain, immune system, metabolism, and long-term health. In this episode, we break down what actually matters and how to
We Can Detect Cancer Years Earlier—So Why Aren’t We?
Most of medicine is built around snapshots. You feel something, you test for it, and by the time you find it, you’re already behind.
But what if the problem isn’t the test—it’s how we use it?
In this episode, I sit down with physicist and imaging pioneer Dr. Daniel Sodickson, Chief Medical Scientist at Function Health and author of The Future of Seeing. We break down why tools like MRI are shift
Can’t Fall or Stay Asleep? Your Sleep Questions Answered
Sleep is one of the most important and most overlooked drivers of your health. If you’re struggling to fall asleep, waking up at 2–4am, or getting a full night’s sleep but still feeling exhausted, your body is trying to tell you something.
Poor sleep isn’t just about habits, it’s a signal that key systems like your nervous system, blood sugar, hormones, or circadian rhythm are out of sync. In th
Tired But Wired? The Hidden Loop Destroying Your Energy | Dr. Scott Sherr, MD
What if feeling better didn’t have to take months or years to figure out, but could start today?
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Scott Sherr to talk about why so many people feel stuck in what he calls a “sympathetic spiral of doom.” Energy is low, recovery isn’t what it used to be, and there’s a constant sense of stress that doesn’t seem to resolve.
We walk through wh
What It Really Means to Regulate Your Nervous System—and How to Start
If you’re doing everything “right”—eating well, taking supplements, working on your health—but still feel stuck, this might be the missing piece. Your body cannot heal if it thinks it’s under threat. In this episode, we unpack why your nervous system may be the hidden driver behind inflammation, hormone imbalance, weight gain, and more—and how to finally shift your body into healing mode.
Here’s
NBA Legend Chris Paul on Longevity, Nutrition & Staying Elite at 40
Longevity isn’t just about talent—it’s about what you’re willing to change when your body starts asking for something different.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m joined by Chris Paul—one of the most respected point guards of all time—to talk about the mindset that’s carried him through more than two decades in the NBA. We get into what shifted along the way and what it really takes to k
How to Reduce Seasonal Allergies Starting This Week
Seasonal allergies aren’t just about pollen—and if you’re only treating symptoms, you’re missing the real problem. What if your allergies are actually a sign that your immune system is out of balance? In this episode, we break down what’s really driving allergy symptoms and what you can do now to calm your immune system at the root.
Here’s what you need to know before this allergy season gets wor
Breast Implants Are Making Women Sick—Here's What's Happening | Dr. Jonathan Kanevsky
Breast implants may have become increasingly common—but for some women, the experience doesn’t always unfold the way they expected.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Jonathan Kanevsky, a board-certified plastic surgeon who made the decision to stop performing breast implant procedures after years of listening closely to his patients. We explore what he started seeing, how
Why Endometriosis Keeps Coming Back (And How to Break the Cycle)
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women yet it often takes years to diagnose, and many are told their pain is “normal” or simply treated with birth control or surgery.
But endometriosis isn’t just a hormone issue—it’s a whole-body condition driven by inflammation, immune dysfunction, gut health, and environmental exposures. In this episode, we break down what’s really causing it and what you can do
Your Baby's Metabolism is Being Decided Right Now | Jessie Inchauspé
Pregnancy is often filled with anticipation, excitement, and a lot of questions. But biologically, it’s also a powerful window when a baby’s metabolism and long-term health begin to take shape.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I talk with biochemist and bestselling author Jessie Inchauspé about how nutrition during pregnancy can influence a baby’s development and long-term health. Her new b
Office Hours: The Fiber Trend—How Much Is Too Much?
Fiber is having a moment—but more isn’t always better. From “fiber maxing” trends to high-fiber hacks promising weight loss and better metabolism, it’s easy to assume that piling on more fiber is the answer. In this episode of Office Hours, I break down what fiber actually does in the body, who benefits most from increasing it, and how to use it strategically to support your gut and metabolic heal
The Skill No One Teaches Us About Love | Baya Voce
Falling in love can be easy. Staying connected when conflict and stress show up is where the real work begins.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with relationship repair expert Baya Voce to explore why healthy relationships aren’t defined by the absence of conflict, but by the ability to repair and reconnect—and why repair depends as much on nervous system regulation as communicat
Office Hours: Your Pregnancy & Postpartum Questions Answered
Pregnancy doesn’t just change your life—it transforms your entire biology.
Hormones shift, metabolism adapts, nutrient needs increase, and your nervous system recalibrates in ways most women are never fully prepared for. And after birth, the postpartum phase can be one of the most overlooked and underserved stages of a woman’s health.
In this episode, I answer your most common questions, includ
Why IVF Isn’t Fixing the Fertility Crisis (and What Actually Will) | Dr. Ann Shippy
Fertility struggles are often treated as a problem to solve only after they appear. But what if they’re actually a signal from the body that something deeper needs attention?
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with functional medicine physician Dr. Ann Shippy, author of The Preconception Revolution, to talk about why the months—even years—before conception may shape not only your h
Office Hours: Peptides 101: The Truth About GLP-1, Recovery, and Anti-Aging
Peptides are everywhere right now—touted as tools for weight loss, muscle growth, faster recovery, and even longevity. But what are they actually, and do they live up to the hype? In this episode of Office Hours, I break down the science behind peptides, how they influence the body’s signaling systems, and how to think about them wisely within a functional medicine approach.
In this episode, I co
Halle Berry: Why Women Are Being Failed at Menopause
For decades, midlife has been framed as a time of decline for women — medically, culturally, and personally. Halle Berry is on a mission to change that.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, she shares how her own menopause journey exposed how little real support exists for the 60 million women navigating this transition. That experience ultimately led her to create ReSpin, the community she cou
Office Hours: The Truth About Environmental Toxins (And How to Protect Yourself)
Most of us think chronic disease is just about food, genetics, or aging. But there’s another major driver most doctors never talk about: your total toxic load. Every day, we’re exposed to chemicals in our food, water, air, and everyday products. Over time, that burden can disrupt hormones, damage mitochondria, drive inflammation, and overwhelm your body’s natural detox systems.
This episode isn’
Why You Can’t “Think” Your Way Out of Anxiety (It’s Your Nervous System) | Dr. Nicole LePera
If you’ve ever said, “I know my patterns — so why can’t I change them?” the answer may not be in your mind, but in your body.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Nicole LePera, The Holistic Psychologist, to explore how early experiences become your body’s default state—shaping your stress response, your relationships, and your risk for chronic disease.
Watch the full conve
Office Hours: The Blood Tests That Actually Matter for Your Health
Most people think lab tests are only useful once something is wrong. But what if your blood work could show you where your health is headed—years before disease ever develops? In today’s Office Hours, I break down how to read your labs through a functional medicine lens—so you can spot early dysfunction, connect the dots between symptoms and biomarkers, and take control of your health before probl
How David Beckham & A Heart Transplant Survivor Plan to Stay Strong at 80
For much of our lives, performance is measured in speed, strength, and output. As we get older, the equation changes.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Sir David Beckham and Dr. Dawn Mussallem to explore what elite sport, stage IV cancer, and heart transplantation can teach us about prevention—and what it really takes to sustain health over time.
Watch the full conversation
Office Hours: Practical Advice on How to Heal from An Injury
Injury has a way of humbling you. One minute you’re strong and capable, and the next you’re struggling to do the simplest things—walking, sleeping, even brushing your teeth.
I know this firsthand. After six back surgeries and more than a few serious setbacks, I’ve learned that healing isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you actively create. In today’s Office Hours, I share what I’ve lear
School Food Is the Key to Fixing Our Children’s Health Crisis | Nora LaTorre
If we want to fix food, we have to fix the institutions shaping what our kids eat every day.
Public schools are effectively the largest restaurant chain in America, serving 30 million children. For many of them, school meals account for half of their daily calories. And yet, a majority of those calories still come from ultra-processed food.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with
Office Hours: Breaking Free from Food Addiction
For years, we’ve been told that overeating is a problem of willpower, and if we just tried harder, we’d eat less and feel better. But the science tells a very different story. In today’s Office Hours, I reframe the conversation around cravings and overeating—replacing shame and self-blame with science, clarity, and practical solutions.
In this episode I share:
• Why food addiction is driven by b
How OpenAI Is Helping People Take Control of Their Health | Fidji Simo
Too often, we focus on treating symptoms without fully understanding the systems underneath them—or the conditions that allow the body to function well in the first place.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Fidji Simo, CEO of Applications at OpenAI, to explore how AI could help us shift medicine from treating symptoms to restoring systems. We talk about why chronic illness is
Office Hours: Cholesterol and Heart Disease — What I’ve Changed My Mind About
For decades, we’ve been told that high cholesterol is the main driver of heart disease—and that lowering LDL should be the primary goal. But as science has evolved, so has my thinking. In today’s Office Hours, I explain why cholesterol alone doesn’t tell the full story, what most doctors still aren’t testing, and what’s really driving heart disease for the majority of people.
Today we discuss:
•
Why Men’s Fertility Is Collapsing and What It Means for Our Future | Dr. Michael L. Eisenberg
Around the world, we’re seeing declining sperm counts, rising infertility, more erectile dysfunction, and lower testosterone—even in younger men.
These trends aren’t just affecting family planning; they’re pointing to something much bigger happening in men’s health.
Joining me today on The Dr. Hyman Show is Dr. Michael Eisenberg, a Stanford researcher and leading voice in male reproductive healt
Office Hours: Preparing Your Body for Pregnancy — Fertility, Nutrition & Hormones
What’s Really Driving Infertility—and What You Can Do About It
Fertility struggles are far more common than most people realize—and far more complex than we’re often told. Today I answer listener-submitted questions on fertility, hormone balance, and preparing your body for conception.
Here’s what I cover:
• Why infertility is rising and what’s really driving it
• The hidden role of blood sugar,
Fix the Brain, Change the Mind: Root-Cause Psychiatry with Dr. Robert Hedaya
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Robert Hedaya, a psychiatrist who has spent decades working at the intersection of biology, brain function, and mental health. His approach starts with a different question than most psychiatry asks: what’s interfering with the brain’s ability to regulate, adapt, and repair itself?
We talk about why many mental health diagnoses describe s
Office Hours: Answering Your Questions on the New Dietary Guidelines
In this Office Hours episode, I break down what the government finally got right about food, where the new guidelines still fall short, and—most importantly—how to apply them in real life without confusion or overwhelm. For the first time in decades, there’s meaningful progress: a recognition that ultra-processed foods are harming us, that protein matters for optimal health, and that nutrition isn
Muscle Is the Key to Longevity (Not Fat Loss) | Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
Longevity isn’t just about what you eat or how you train—it’s really more about whether you believe your body is worth investing in.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m joined by my longtime friend and colleague Dr. Gabrielle Lyon to explore why muscle may be one of the most overlooked drivers of long-term health. We focus on practical, accessible ways to build strength as you age, and why
Office Hours: How to Choose the Best Diet for Your Body
What Should I Actually Eat?
Diet confusion is everywhere. But the truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all diet. The best diet is the one that works for your biology. In this Office Hours episode, I answer your most common diet questions and break down the core principles everyone should understand before choosing how to eat.
In this episode I break down:
• Why the “best diet” is personalized—and
Why Mental Illness Is a Metabolic Problem—and What That Means for Your Health | Dr. Chris Palmer
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m rejoined by psychiatrist and Harvard professor Dr. Chris Palmer for a conversation that challenges how we’ve been taught to think about mental illness.
For decades, psychiatry has focused on managing symptoms—often without asking what’s actually driving them. We discuss a different way of understanding mental health, one that looks beyond diagnostic labe
Office Hours: What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking for 30 Days
Most of us don’t realize how much alcohol affects our bodies until we take a break. In this first episode of Office Hours, I break down what really happens when you give up alcohol for 30 days. Alcohol impacts nearly every system—from your brain and hormones to your gut, liver, and immune system—but the good news is your body begins repairing itself far faster than most people expect.
I discuss:
Are You Nutrient Deficient? The Hidden Factors of Accelerated Aging | Rhonda Patrick - ENCORE
This week, in another holiday edition of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m highlighting a conversation with Dr. Rhonda Patrick, a leading expert in nutritional science and aging — a discussion that still feels incredibly important today. We dig into how hidden micronutrient deficiencies can influence metabolism, mood, longevity, and long-term health. Here’s to supporting our health in the year ahead.
In
How to Get Your Health Back on Track - ENCORE
As we wind down for the holiday season, we’ll be taking a short break. But I didn’t want to leave you without something meaningful to explore. So for today’s Monday episode, we’re revisiting one of our most powerful deep-dive topics of 2025.Thank you for being part of this community. We’ll be back in the new year with brand-new episodes and I truly can’t wait to share what’s coming next.
In today
The Cardiologist Who Stopped Prescribing Statins Explains the Real Cause of Heart Attacks | Dr. Aseem Malhotra - ENCORE
This week, in a special holiday edition of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m revisiting a powerful conversation with Dr. Aseem Malhotra, a leading cardiologist and advocate for ethical, evidence-based medicine, where we unpacked the uncomfortable truths about cholesterol, statins, and what really drives heart disease. Wishing you a peaceful holiday week.
We unpack:
• Why LDL cholesterol isn’t the whole s
Why Quitting Sugar Could Save Your Life - ENCORE
As we wind down for the holiday season, we’ll be taking a short break. But I didn’t want to leave you without something meaningful to explore. So for today’s Monday episode, we’re revisiting one of our most powerful deep-dive topics of 2025.Thank you for being part of this community. We’ll be back in the new year with brand-new episodes and I truly can’t wait to share what’s coming next
Did you
6 Simple Rules for a Long, Healthy Life w/ Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel
Wellness can feel complicated, but most of what matters for long, healthy living is surprisingly simple.
In this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with my longtime friend Dr. Ezekiel “Zeke” Emanuel—oncologist, bioethicist, and author of Eat Your Ice Cream—to explore six core principles that support longevity, from food and movement to social connection and purpose. Zeke shares what we’re
The 5 Pillars That Will Transform Your Health In 2026
Ready to feel better than you ever have? Here are five ways to your best health in 2026—simple shifts that work faster than most people realize: food as medicine, restorative sleep, stress mastery, daily movement, and periodic detox resets. Eating real, whole foods sends powerful healing signals to your gut, hormones, and genes, while avoiding processed foods removes the biggest drivers of inflamm
How Laura Modi Is Rewriting Baby Formula
Every parent wants to feed their baby well—but finding clarity in today’s system isn’t always easy.
In this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Laura Modi, CEO and co-founder of Bobbie, to talk about the real challenges families face when it comes to feeding and why it so often feels overwhelming. Laura shares her personal journey, the moments that changed everything, and what she’s l
How Community Shapes Your Mind, Body, and Well-Being
Imagine a small town where neighbors gather for every celebration, and people stay remarkably healthy simply because they’re deeply connected. Research shows that meaningful relationships—not achievement, diet, or even exercise—are the strongest predictor of long-term health and happiness, while loneliness can be as harmful as smoking two packs a day. Our social bonds influence gene expression, lo
Early Detection Saved Me: Maria Menounos on Becoming the CEO of Your Health
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m joined by Maria Menounos, journalist, actor, and founder of Heal Squad, to explore what it truly means to take ownership of your health. After years of pushing through nonstop stress and serious health challenges, Maria discovered that real healing starts with mindset, community, and self-advocacy. Watch the full conversation on YouTube or listen wherever
Uncovering the Roots of Exhaustion—and How to Feel Like Yourself Again
Many people experience a deep, lingering fatigue that isn’t fixed by a full night’s sleep, and it often stems from real imbalances inside the body. When mitochondria—the tiny engines that power our cells—are stressed by poor diet, toxins, infections, or lack of rest, the whole system can slow down. Ongoing stress can also disrupt the adrenal system, leaving some people feeling wired and anxious wh
Why Love Feels So Hard — And How to Finally Feel Safe in Your Relationships (with Jillian Turecki)
When relationships feel chaotic, it’s usually not just about the moment—it’s old patterns running the show.
In this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I talk with Jillian Turecki, relationship expert and bestselling author of It Begins With YOU, about why love can feel so hard and how to finally feel safe. Jillian opens up about her own heartbreak, loss, and transformation, and shares what she’s lear
Stop Blaming Salt: Fixing High Blood Pressure by Treating the Root Cause
Most people think high blood pressure is just about “bad pipes,” but it’s really a whole–body problem driven by inflammation, insulin resistance, and years of eating sugary, processed foods. Hidden problems like sleep apnea, belly fat, toxins, and not getting enough key nutrients slowly damage your blood vessels and raise the risk of heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure, and memory loss. Instead
The Future of Medicine Is Energy: Dr. Martin Picard Explains
I’ve seen so many patients struggle with fatigue, brain fog, and burnout, and this conversation gave me a new way of thinking about why that happens and how to approach it.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m joined by Dr. Martin Picard, a Columbia scientist studying how energy flows through the body, and what that flow means for how we think, feel, and age. We touch on a simple idea that
The School Lunch Revolution: Nourishing Minds, One Meal at a Time
What if changing what kids eat at school could transform their behavior, boost learning, and even save lives? Studies show that when kids swap junk food for real, nourishing meals, behavior problems drop, focus improves, and learning soars—with one study finding a 100% reduction in suicides among youth simply by changing their diet. Across the country, schools are proving that scratch-cooked, colo
Transform Your Health Like Miranda Kerr: Inside Her Daily Routine
Most people think of skincare as surface-level. But what if true radiance starts with your gut, your sleep, and your daily rituals?
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m joined by Miranda Kerr, founder of KORA Organics, to explore how she restored balance after years of gut and stress-related challenges—and how you can support your own skin, hormones, and longevity from the inside out. We t
Starving Cancer: The Hidden Power of Food, Fasting, and the Body’s Inner Terrain
Cancer can be seen as a seed that only sprouts in the right soil—the body’s inner landscape. Today, that soil is changing fast, and cancer rates are climbing, especially among young people. Our modern diet—packed with sugar, processed foods, and nonstop snacking—keeps the body flooded with signals to grow, not heal. But there’s good news: by eating real, colorful foods and giving the body time to
Become an Alzheimer’s Survivor: Dr. Richard Isaacson’s Breakthrough Approach
Your brain doesn’t wait until old age to start changing. It’s being shaped right now by the choices you make every single day.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I’m joined by preventive neurologist Dr. Richard Isaacson—founder of RetainYourBrain, a free assessment platform empowering people to understand and improve their cognitive health. Dr. Isaacson was also recently featured in a CNN doc
Got Truth? Rethinking Dairy, Calcium, and Bone Health
Milk has long been sold as the key to strong bones, but research challenges that claim: many people don’t tolerate dairy, calcium needs are lower than advertised, and higher milk intake doesn’t necessarily prevent fractures. Politics and industry marketing helped set “three glasses a day,” even though healthy bones depend more on overall diet and lifestyle—things like vitamin D, movement, and avoi
Former White House Chef Sam Kass: How to Overcome the Coming Food Crisis
Our food system is reaching a breaking point—and the warning signs are already on our plates. From disappearing crops to rising health costs, it’s clear that the way we grow and eat food can’t continue as it has.
Today on The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Sam Kass, former White House chef and senior policy advisor, to explore his new book The Last Supper: The Politics of the End of Food. We tal
The Mouth-Body Connection: How Oral Health Shapes Whole-Body Healing
Most people don’t realize that what happens in the mouth can ripple through the whole body. The balance of the oral microbiome—the community of bacteria living in our mouths—can either protect us or trigger widespread inflammation that affects the heart, joints, and brain. Hidden dental infections or mercury fillings can quietly drive fatigue, autoimmune issues, or dementia—and fixing the mouth of
Former CDC Director on Rebuilding Public Health and Trust in America | Dr. Tom Frieden
My guest today on The Dr. Hyman Show, Dr. Tom Frieden has spent decades proving how small, smart changes can save millions of lives.
We talk about his new book, The Formula for Better Health: How to Save Millions of Lives—Including Your Own—a fascinating look at what really works to prevent disease and rebuild public trust. We also dive into his See–Believe–Create framework—how it connects publi
Inflammation: The Hidden Fire Behind Pain, Aging, and Disease
A hidden fire called chronic inflammation drives many problems—from joint pain and arthritis to autoimmune conditions, and even faster aging. Typical fixes (like pain meds and steroid shots) calm symptoms but often miss the “why,” and can leave people still hurting or even create more issues. Big triggers of inflammation that impact our joints, and so much more, include sugar and refined carbs, ex
Regenerative Meat Could Save Your Health (and the Planet) | Autumn Smith
Food is medicine isn’t a slogan—it’s how our bodies are designed to heal. My guest today, Autumn Smith, knows that better than anyone. After overcoming years of digestive and mental health struggles, she co-founded Paleo Valley and Wild Pastures to help others access truly nutrient-dense food.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, we explore how regenerative farming restores both soil and human
Land, Power, and the Plate: Ending Food Apartheid with Regenerative Justice
Many communities face an uneven food landscape: plenty of cheap junk food, but few places to buy fresh, healthy food. This pattern—often called “food apartheid”—doesn’t happen by accident; it grows from redlining, unfair rules, and corporate control. The impacts are steep: higher rates of type 2 diabetes, kidney failure, and learning problems in Black, Latino, and Indigenous communities, along wit
Brain-First or Gut-First? Rethinking Parkinson’s Disease w/ Drs. Ray Dorsey & Michael Okun
Today we tackle Parkinson’s as a preventable epidemic—not an inevitable fate. I’m joined on The Dr. Hyman Show by two of the field’s top neurologists, Drs. Ray Dorsey and Michael Okun, co-authors of The Parkinson’s Plan, to unpack why cases are exploding and what we can do about it right now.
We look at how toxins drive disease, why Parkinson’s goes far beyond dopamine, and the early signs most p
Foods and Habits That Keep Your Immune System Resilient
Our immune systems are under more pressure than ever—from processed diets, environmental toxins, stress, and fast-spreading infections—and the result is faster aging and greater vulnerability to disease. As we grow older, “zombie cells” spread inflammation throughout the body, weakening defenses and accelerating decline. But research shows we’re not powerless: the emerging science of immuno-rejuve
Obesity Isn’t Your Fault: Biology, Addiction & Solutions with Dr. David Kessler
Obesity is often seen as a matter of willpower, but science tells a different story. My guest today, Dr. David Kessler—former FDA commissioner, lawyer, physician, and the man who took on Big Tobacco—explains why biology, not blame, drives our struggles with weight.
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, we talk about why weight struggles are so common today, what new drugs can and can’t do, and h
From Fatigue to Freedom: Healing the Thyroid Beyond Lab Tests
Thyroid trouble often starts as a whisper—tiredness, stubborn weight, dry skin—until a closer look shows the tiny neck gland that sets the body’s “speed” is out of tune. Basic tests can miss the real issue, so checking active hormones and thyroid antibodies—and hunting for triggers like stress, gluten sensitivity, toxins, nutrient gaps, and gut imbalances—can reveal what’s really going on. When un
Fix Your Brain by Fixing Your Body: Metabolic Psychiatry Explained by Dr. Shebani Sethi
For too long, psychiatry has treated mental illness as if it lives only in the brain. But what if the real story begins in the body? My guest today, Dr. Shebani Sethi, is a Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford and founding director of the Metabolic Psychiatry Program, the first clinic to unite psychiatry with nutrition and metabolism.
On this revealing episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, we explor
How a Sense of Purpose Changes Your Brain, Body, and Future
Many people feel caught in worry, fear, and constant striving—chasing achievements yet never feeling truly fulfilled. The restless “monkey mind” jumps from one thing to the next, amplifying stress and turning setbacks into heavy burdens. It doesn’t have to be that way, though. You can move from mindless tasks to a mindful purpose. The shift begins by setting a clear, heartfelt intention rooted in
Women 40+: Become Unbreakable (The Midlife Muscle Fix) w/ Dr. Vonda Wright
Most women are told that midlife decline is inevitable—more aches, weaker bones, less strength. But is that really true?
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Vonda Wright, a double-board certified orthopedic surgeon and leading voice in women’s longevity and performance. She shares how muscle functions as medicine, how hormones shape longevity, and why women’s midlife health
From Chemical Imbalance to Metabolic Breakthrough: A New Path for Mental Health
Many psychiatric labels—like bipolar disorder and schizophrenia—can obscure underlying biology, and symptom checklists often fail to explain or heal what’s really going on. Emerging evidence reframes mental illness as a problem of brain energy, mitochondria, and inflammation—shaped by insulin signaling, circadian rhythm disruption, the gut–brain axis, toxins, infections, and nutrient status. Metab
From Drug Smuggler to Healer: How Nick Brewer Created Primal Moves
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Nick Brewer, founder of Primal Moves—a method born from his own healing journey. Once a pro skier turned drug smuggler, he spent ten years in prison, including four in solitary, where he discovered the power of breath and movement to rebuild his body and mind.
I had the chance to try Nick’s class myself, and I was struck by how powerful such
The Silent Fire Behind Chronic Disease—and How to Put It Out
Inflammation is the body’s natural way of healing, but when it becomes chronic and hidden, it quietly drives many of today’s most common health problems—heart disease, diabetes, dementia, cancer, autoimmune conditions, and more. Unlike the redness and swelling from a cut or sprain, this “silent inflammation” often goes unnoticed while slowly damaging tissues and speeding up aging. Modern life fuel
Recommended
10000 MINUTES
1000 Things You Should Know
1000x
1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales
1001raah | هزار و یک راه
1001 Sherlock Holmes Stories & The Best of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die
100 Famous Dogs
#100MasterCoaches with Mel Leow, MCC
100% Mixtape Podcast
100 With The Hunter's
10-41: A UCSO Podcast
