Live Long and Well with Dr. Bobby
Live Long and Well with Dr. Bobby is a health and longevity podcast hosted by physician-scientist Dr. Bobby Dubois. Episodes explore six evidence-based pillars: exercise, good sleep, proper nutrition, mind-body activities, heat and cold exposure, and social relationships. The show aims to help listeners build habits for a longer, healthier life. Dr. Dubois also draws on his experience as an Ironman triathlete and his passion for helping others become their best selves.
Episodes
Chocolate: Sweet Promises or Bitter Truths? #81
We love chocolate—and we would probably love it even more if we could call it a health food. In fact, 65% of North Americans in one survey said they would rather give up social media for a month than give up chocolate.But does chocolate actually deserve its healthy reputation?In this episode, I dig into what the human evidence really shows. Cocoa flavanols do appear to improve blood-vessel functio
Why do i need a vacation...after my vacation?
Sign up for my Newsletter and 1 page action listYou unpack your bag, drop onto the couch, and wonder why you feel worse than when you left. That “vacation after the vacation” crash is not just bad luck or a weak willpower problem. We walk through a more useful explanation: travel quietly rewires your daily inputs all at once, from sleep timing and bedroom temperature to meal schedules, movement, q
Should This Health Headline Change Your Life? Five Questions to Ask First
📥 Tap to join my free newsletter & get the 1-page episode checklists: drbobbylivelongandwell.comEvery day brings another health headline:Coffee may prevent dementia.Alcohol raises cancer risk.A Mediterranean diet reduces diabetes.A supplement lowers heart disease.A new treatment cuts risk by 30%.But should any of those headlines actually change what you do?In this episode of Live Long and Well
Concierge Medicine: Better Care, or Just More Care?
Concierge medicine promises something many patients desperately want: more time with their doctor, easier access, and appointments when they actually need them. But as concierge practices rapidly expand—and corporations, non-physicians, and heavily marketed longevity programs enter the field—the concierge label no longer guarantees excellent primary care.In this episode, I’m joined by two board-ce
Night Owl or Morning Lark: Are You Living With—or Against—Your Body Clock?
Sign up for Dr. Bobby's 1-page action "Prescriptions"We follow the daylight saving time debate into a deeper question: whether your chronotype makes you a night owl or a morning lark, and how that fit with real life changes your sleep, performance, and health. I share what the evidence says about social jet lag, why synchrony matters more than labels, and how to decide whether to ch
When Abnormal Does Not Mean Sick
Sign up for my newsletter and 1-page action plans That red number in your lab portal can hit like a verdict. We know the feeling: your mind jumps from one “abnormal” result to the worst-case story, even if you feel the same as you did yesterday. But medicine has changed, and “abnormal” often reflects how much we measure, how we define normal ranges, and how quickly a borderline finding can turn in
Breakfast—The Most Important Meal, or the Most Marketed?
Sign up for my free newsletter/1 page action plansIn this episode of Live Long and Well, Dr. Bobby looks at the evidence behind breakfast—not as a slogan, but as a real-life question: what problem is breakfast solving?For some people, breakfast may help with blood sugar, protein intake, morning exercise, or avoiding late-day overeating. For others, skipping breakfast may work perfectly well. And f
No Pain, No Gain...or Time to Maintain?
Sign up for my 1-page action steps for this episode (and others) and my NewsletterThe hardest part of “no pain, no gain” is not the pain. It’s the moment you think, should I quit, and you realize the rule never told you when to stop pushing. I’m Dr. Bobby Du Bois, and I use a weightlifting moment with my trainer Nina to dig into a problem that shows up everywhere: health habits, fitness plans, wei
What I worry about...and what I don't...
Sign up for my free newsletter/1 page action plansHealth advice doesn’t just inform us, it recruits us into worrying. One week it’s microplastics, the next it’s seed oils, artificial sweeteners, organic food, supplements, or the newest longevity protocol someone wants to sell you. I wanted a calmer, evidence-based way to decide what truly deserves attention, and what can be safely downgraded from
My Evidence-Based Health Plan
Sign up for my free newsletter and get 1-page action plans (Dr. Bobby's 1-page PrescriptionsA birthday can sneak up on you and suddenly you’re asking a blunt question: what am I actually doing for my health, and am I focused on the right things? As I near 70, I share the health plan I actually follow, not as a template for you to copy, but as a clear way to think about your own evidence-based
You Can Still Change Your Future Starting Today
Sign-up for Newsletter (and get 1-page action summary)Episode Summary: In this episode, I explore whether it’s ever “too late” to change your health future—and why the science suggests that earlier is better, but later still matters. Can you still change your future? The answer is hopeful, but nuanced. Younger listeners may assume they have plenty of time, while older listeners may wonder whether
Die of a broken heart? Scared to death?
Get my Newsletter and 1-page action sheetsExplore whether emotions like grief, fear, anger, loneliness, and chronic stress can truly affect the heart — and what the evidence suggests we can do to protect ourselves.Can you really die of a broken heart? Rarely, yes. The clearest medical example is Takotsubo syndrome, also known as stress cardiomyopathy or “broken heart syndrome.” It can occur after
Good Enough Exercise
I’m joined by Dr. Jeffrey Sankoff to talk about three exercise “rules” you may be allowed to break: you don’t always need to spread workouts across the week, intensity doesn’t have to come from a formal interval session, and most short workouts don’t require a complicated hydration or fueling plan.The Exercise Rules You’re Allowed to BreakHave you ever skipped a workout because you couldn’t do the
Longevity Summarized: The Compass, the Detour, and the Parking Brake
After 70 episodes, I've noticed a pattern that keeps showing up in every corner of longevity, wellness, and medicine: people don’t fail because they “don’t care.” They fail because the signal is buried under hype, and because perfectionism makes the basics feel impossible to sustain. So I step back and share a simple framework for living long and well: treat evidence like a compass, treat hy
Diet soda, Twinkies, and the Questions that Matter
Episode Summary: In this episode, I look at diet soda, artificial sweeteners, and the real-world question that matters most: compared with what, at what dose, for whom, and at what tradeoff?Diet Coke, Twinkies, and the Questions That MatterI start with a memory from medical training: a cardiology professor walking around with a Diet Coke in one hand and a Twinkie in his pocket. Was he making a sma
What’s Wrong With Me?” What AI Gets Right — And What It Gets Really Wrong
In this episode, I explore where AI can genuinely help with health questions, where it can fall dangerously short, and how to use it more wisely before trusting it with decisions that really matter.AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Grok, and Gemini can be useful for understanding lab results, summarizing a doctor’s visit, preparing questions before an appointment, or making sense of complicated medic
#69 Being Happy: Physiology Often Beats Insight
In this episode, I explore a difficult but important idea: when it comes to depression, anxiety, fear, and emotional suffering, changing physiology often works better than understanding the story behind the pain. I begin with a simple question: why do we assume insight should heal us? As human beings, we naturally look for patterns and explanations, but explanation is not the same as relief. I sha
When Acupuncture and Massage Work—and When They Don’t
This episode explores what massage and acupuncture can genuinely help with, where the benefits appear to be mostly short term, and where the evidence simply does not support the bigger claims.Massage and acupuncture are widely used, and many people spend real time, money, and hope on them. I walk through an important distinction: feeling better is not the same as changing the underlying problem or
#67: Why Smart People Fall For Health Headlines
“All natural.” “Doctor recommended.” “Used for 5,000 years.” If you’ve ever felt your hand reach for a product before your brain finishes thinking, you’re not alone and you’re not broken. We dig into why health hype works even on people who know better, and how to build a simple mental pause that protects your everyday health decisions.We start with a personal story from the vet’s office that expo
#67 Stress Reduction: What Actually Works—and What’s Just Wellness Hype
Stress is everywhere and so is the marketing. Nearly half of US adults say they feel stressed often, and the wellness world is ready with a supplement, a lab panel, or a pricey device for every symptom. We wanted a cleaner answer: what is stress, what can we measure at home, and what actually reduces stress in a way that’s grounded in real studies rather than hype.We start by defining stress in a
#66: A big coffee study won't change what I do....
Visit my websiteBold claims make great headlines; clear evidence makes better habits. We take a hard look at the widely shared study suggesting two to three cups of coffee cut dementia risk by 20 percent and unpack what those numbers really mean for your brain and your daily routine.First, we break down the Harvard JAMA research: massive cohorts of nurses and physicians, decades of follow-up, and
#65: Can I Eat All the Salt That I Want?
You read everywhere that you “should” cut salt—especially if your blood pressure is up. But salt also makes food enjoyable. In this episode, I walk through the human evidence (not animal studies) and frame salt as a risk–benefit tradeoff: when does sodium meaningfully matter, for whom, and how can you test your sensitivity?Big questions we answerIf you have high blood pressure: does lowering salt
#63 The Million Dollar Question: Which Health Predictions Actually Help You Live Longer?
Can you predict when “bad things” will happen to your health—and more importantly, can you do anything about it? In this episode, I break down which prediction tools actually help you live long and well (because you can act on them), and which ones are mostly expensive fortune-telling. Joined by cardiologist Dr. Anthony Pearson (author of The Skeptical Cardiologist), we dig into heart-risk calcula
#64 The Allure of Alternative Medicine: Beautiful Theories...Not Much Evidence
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#62: GLP-1s: Life-Changing Results… at What Cost?
A medicine that quiets food noise, trims 15 to 20 percent of body weight, and even lowers the risk of heart events sounds like a fantasy—until you meet GLP-1 drugs. We dig into what makes semaglutide and tirzepatide so different, how they rewire satiety signals, and why their impact extends beyond the scale to blood sugar, blood pressure, and cardiovascular outcomes. Along the way, we get candid a
#61 The Doctor Won't See You Now
More of us are being seen by nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician associates/assistants (PAs); for routine care outcomes look similar to physician visits, but for complex, new, or worsening problems you should push to see the doctor and ask for clear oversight.Key topicsWhy this is happening: Longer waits and rising demand meet a physician shortfall, so systems lean on NPs/PAs to expand access.
#60: From Point A to Point B: How I Built a Life I Never Planned!
Madrone Springs Ranch and Bed and Breakfast WebsiteSummary: I share five lessons that shaped an unexpected path—from physician-scientist to entrepreneur, Ironman triathlete, podcaster, and ranch/inn owner—and how you can use the same principles to build a life you didn’t plan but absolutely love.What you’ll learn:Why it’s smart to seek counsel—but essential to trust your own judgment.How pairing m
#59: The Great Cold Remedy Audit: What Actually Works
Summary: I separate cold-season fact from folklore so you know what truly prevents colds, what (slightly) shortens them, what eases symptoms—and what to skip. Save money, feel better, and keep it simple.What we coverHow common colds are and how long they last (2–3 per year on average; usually 5–7 days; cough can linger).Prevention audit: Vitamin C doesn’t prevent colds in the general population (C
#58 The Great Hepatitis B Vaccine Controversy: What Does A Balanced View Reveal?
Sign up for free newsletter hereSummary: I walk you through the proposed shift away from universal newborn hepatitis B vaccination at birth, why it matters, what the evidence shows, and how parents can make a calm, informed choice—without reigniting every vaccine debate.Episode highlightsI explain why hepatitis B is uniquely risky for babies: if infected early, up to 90% develop lifelong infection
#57 Microplastics: potential problem with no easy solution
Summary: Microplastics are showing up in our water, food, air—and in human tissues. In this episode, I unpack what the best studies actually show (and don’t), why risk is plausible but not proven, and the realistic steps you can take today without panic. In this episode, I cover:What microplastics are and why they’re everywhere—from packaging and clothing to tire dust—and why production is still p
#56 Change exercise as you age?
Exercise is the most powerful longevity tool we have, but after 50 the recovery curve, injury risk, and bone/muscle changes mean the smartest plan blends strength, power, impact, and slightly more recovery—so you can train hard without derailing progress.What we coverWhy this matters now: record-setting older endurance athletes (and I’m racing at 69) show what’s possible—if we train wisely.The “ag
#55 The 5" food rule: safe to eat? Or misguided?
Be honest—have you ever rescued a French fry from the floor? In this bite-size myth episode, I test the famous “5-second rule.” I walk through what actually transfers to your food (fast), when that matters, and why a little microbial exposure isn’t always the villain—while drawing a hard line for high-risk settings and situations.Key Topics & TakeawaysThe verdict meter: The 5-second rule is fa
#54 What are we to believe? (With Dr. Adam Cifu)
Summary: I unpack why medicine sometimes reverses course—and how you can tell sound evidence from shiny anecdotes—with physician-author Dr. Adam Cifu of the University of Chicago and co-author of Ending Medical Reversal.Key topics & takeawaysWhy medicine “flips”: Plausible theories + observational data → premature guidelines; true answers require randomized trials. Classic examples: menopausal
#53: Ultra-Processed Foods: How Harmful and Why?
I unpack what “ultra-processed” really means, why these foods are so easy to overeat, what the best evidence shows (including metabolic-ward studies), and how I personally navigate them without fear or perfectionism. Key topics & evidence (in plain English):What counts as “ultra-processed”? I walk through the NOVA system—useful, not perfect—and where borderline items (frozen meals, boxed mixes
#52: We can reduce our cancer risk
Cancer is the second leading cause of death, and while it sparks fear for good reason, 40% of cases are preventable. In this episode, I outline six practical, evidence-based steps that can help reduce your risk.We begin by understanding which cancers are most common based on gender—breast, colon, and lung in women; prostate, colon, and lung in men. While some rare cancers (like pancreatic or ovari
#51 Can Thinking Positively Cure Disease?
Visit my websiteCan a positive mindset truly improve your health—or even help you beat disease? In this episode, Dr. Bobby and guest Sean McDevitt explore the evidence behind optimism, visualization, and prayer to uncover what really works.In today’s episode of Live Long and Well, Dr. Bobby is joined by fitness and life coach Sean McDevitt to explore whether positive thinking can influence health
#50 Navigating Serious Illness: Eight Crucial Lessons
Visit drbobbylivelongandwell.com In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Bobby reflects on his wife's cancer diagnosis and shares eight powerful lessons for anyone navigating the uncertainty of a serious illness. With insights from Dr. Helen Eshed, a board-certified gynecologic oncologist and Gail’s treating physician, this conversation blends personal experience with expert guidance to help you
#49: What you eat effects how much you eat
Join my first live wellness workshop on October 2 at 6 PM CT, where we’ll tackle the question: Does Health Need to be a Full-time Job? It's free. Sign up here.Can the type of food you eat influence how much you eat? In this episode, I explore how calorie density, texture, protein content, hydration, and even your perception of food can all affect fullness—and how understanding these levers c
#48: How to Live Long and Well Without Making Health a Full-Time Job
Are you doing too much in the name of health? Between supplements, saunas, organic food, and brain games, wellness can feel like a second full-time job. In this episode, I help you filter the noise and focus on what really matters—so you can live long and well without losing your joy in the process.We break down:The true opportunity cost of wellness routines like cold plunges, meditation, and rest
#47 Do Organics Really Make You Healthier-Or Just Poorer?
Organic food often sounds like a smarter, healthier choice—but is it really worth the extra cost? In this episode, we dig into the scientific evidence behind organic foods, pesticide risks, and whether you're buying better health or just paying for a better-sounding label.We begin by breaking down the steep price differences between organic and conventional food. According to the USDA, Americ
#46 Why the US Spends So Much on Health Care
Why are U.S. health care costs so high—and what does that mean for you and your family? In this episode, I dive into the real reasons behind America’s staggering health care bills.We start with a story that hits close to home—a $189,000 outpatient cancer surgery bill followed by $12,000-a-month immunotherapy—and I unpack how even with Medicare coverage, the pricing dynamics can feel shocking. Usin
#46 Can we reduce our risk of stroke?
We often hear about heart disease prevention, but stroke—a condition nearly as common and often more disabling—gets far less attention. In this episode, Dr. Bobby is joined by cardiologist Dr. Anthony Pearson to uncover what science really says about stroke prevention, the distinct types of strokes, and what practical steps you can take today to lower your risk.Together, they explore the two major
#45 Over Our Skis: Hype Beyond Evidence
Dr. Bobby examines how legitimate medical treatments often get overextended into unproven health claims—why it happens, why it matters, and how to spot it.Building on last episode’s theme of health hype, this installment digs into examples where therapies with real medical uses (like vitamin C, B12, hyperbaric oxygen, and stem cell therapy) are being promoted far beyond what the evidence supports.
#44: Why So Much Hype in Health?
Dr. Bobby unpacks the surge of health hype—from red light therapy to NAD⁺ boosters—and empowers listeners to stay curious yet skeptical using science-backed tools and critical thinking.Are claims like “boost your mitochondria” or “natural detox” real breakthroughs—or today’s version of snake oil? Dr. Bobby explores why health hype is everywhere, why we’re vulnerable to it, and how to sift compelli
#43 Small Changes, Big Impact
Connect with Dr. Bobby What is your Health Type: find out hereProvide feedback-answer just a few questionsSix surprisingly simple actions mighty meaningfully improve your sleep, eating habits, and overall well-being—and how you can easily test them for yourself.We begin with two sleep-related tips. First, try lowering your bedroom temperature to under 70°F. In a small controlled trial, participan
#42 Let's Live to be 100. Do the Blue Zones guide the way?
In this episode, I explore whether the famed Blue Zones offer genuine insights for longevity or if they’re more marketing myth than science, while highlighting what the evidence truly shows about living to 100.We begin by considering how many people actually reach 100. Currently, just 0.03% of Americans are centenarians, though this is expected to quadruple by 2054, with women comprising about 78%
#41 Do I need to give up bacon to Live Long and Well?
Send me feedback hereDr. Bobby begins with a walk through his local deli, which sparked a deeper investigation into what actually goes into processed meats. He outlines how processed meats are defined by the USDA as those altered through salting, curing, or smoking for preservation, dating back to Paleolithic food practices. The real concern, he explains, lies in compounds like nitrates (NO3) and
#40: Can you avoid injury and what to do when it occurs?
What really helps prevent injuries—and what should you do when one inevitably strikes? In this episode, I use my friend Tim’s pickleball injury as a jumping-off point to explore what the evidence actually says about ice, rest, NSAIDs, stretching, and more.When Tim skipped his warm-up and pulled a calf muscle, it raised a question many of us face: was it avoidable? While ancient wisdom and modern i
#39: How many good years do you have left?
Answer a few questions to help me improve this podcast here.We all want to live long and well—but how do we determine how many good years we have ahead?In this episode of Live Long and Well with Dr. Bobby, we explore how to estimate both our total lifespan and the number of years we can expect to remain active and pain-free. Dr. Bobby reflects on personal experiences, emerging science, and time-te
#38 Re-thinking Exercise: New Evidence, Smarter Moves
Take the Health Type Quiz or Join the Newsletter herePlease give me podcast feedback with a few questions hereIn this episode, I revisit the most powerful tool for longevity—exercise—and unpack fresh research that changes how we should think about its timing, type, and impact.We begin with a quick recap of the foundational elements covered in Episode 2, emphasizing that aerobic activity can lower
#37: We can reduce our risk of heart disease
Help me improve the podcast by answering a few questions here.In this episode of Live Long and Well, I'm joined by Dr. Anthony Pearson, a board-certified cardiologist known for his evidence-based yet refreshingly skeptical take on mainstream cardiac care. Together, we explore the nuanced science behind heart health and how you can make smarter decisions to protect your cardiovascular system—s
#36 Microbiome: Fountain of Health? Or We Just Don't Know
Please answer a few questions to help my podcastThe microbiome receives lots of attention, but what do we really know? In this episode, Dr. Bobby unpacks whether your gut bacteria are truly the key to preventing disease—or if the science still needs to catch up.Microbiome buzz is everywhere—from promises of inflammation relief and weight loss to claims about mental health and longevity. But what d
Can flossing reduce your risk of a stroke?
Can you provide feedback on my podcast (what you like? what you want more of? length? Please answer a few questions here. Can a simple habit like flossing really reduce your risk of stroke? In this episode, Dr. Bobby unpacks the headlines sparked by a recent presentation at the American Stroke Association’s International Conference that claimed regular flossing could reduce stroke risk by 20–5
#34 Resilience: The More You Have, The More You Have to Lose
Help me improve my podcast content by answering a few questionsTake the Health Type QuizResilience is crucial as we age, especially when it comes to maintaining muscle, joint, and bone health. In this episode, Dr. Bobby DuBois discusses how building physical reserves early on can help withstand inevitable changes and setbacks as we get older. Just like investing in an IRA, the earlier you start bu
#33 Brain MRI: What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
Take my Health Type Quiz and learn about yourselfSummary: What happens when you need a brain MRI—but the results leave you with more questions than answers? In this episode, I take you through my personal journey of facing unexpected MRI findings, the emotional and medical challenges that followed, and the valuable lessons I learned along the way. If you've ever dealt with medical uncertainty
#32: What the "Bleep": Can Swearing Actually Improve Performance?
Take the Health Type QuizSwearing might not just be an emotional release—it could actually boost athletic performance and increase pain tolerance. In this episode, we dive into fascinating research showing that strategically dropping swear words could make you stronger, push your endurance further, and even help you tolerate pain more effectively. But is it the words themselves or their taboo natu
#31: Red, White, and Blue Light: Healing or Hype?
Take the Health Type Quiz hereDoes red light therapy actually work? Can morning sun improve your health? Do blue light blocking glasses really help with sleep? In this episode, Dr. Bobby takes a deep dive into the science behind light therapy—what’s backed by evidence and what’s just hype.Dr. Bobby shares personal experiences, from childhood eczema treated with sunlight to his daughter’s improved
#30: Evidence Meets Storytelling: A Discussion with Author/Podcaster Michael Easter
Take the Health Type QuizIn this episode, Michael Easter and I dissect the fascinating blend of scientific evidence and narrative storytelling, and learn how to navigate the sometimes conflicting realms of expert opinion and personal experience. Michael is the acclaimed author of "The Comfort Crisis" and "Scarcity Brain." Michael's storytelling prowess paired with my evide
#29: Total Body Detox-Sadly, Where Hype Outpaces Science
Take the Health Type QuizCoaching with Dr. Bobby hereEpisode Summary:Detox programs promise to rid your body of toxins, boost your energy, and restore balance—but is there any credible science behind them? In this episode, we break down the claims, explore the evidence (or lack thereof), and discuss why detox diets and supplements may be more about profit than actual health benefits.Key Topics Cov
#28: Is it the Remedy, a Placebo, or just Time? And, How Can You Tell the Difference?
Take the Health Type QuizFascinating interplay between placebos and nocebos: what they are, why they matter, and how they shape your health decisions. Understanding these effects can help you save money, avoid disappointment, and make better-informed choices.Key Points:Placebos and Nocebos Defined:A placebo is an inert treatment leading to perceived improvement.A nocebo occurs when negative expect
#27: One Person, One Study: Revolutionizing Your Health Journey With N of 1 Trials
Take the Health Type QuizEver wondered how a simple experiment could change your health forever? In today's episode, I reveal the transformative power of N of 1 trials—a method for crafting personalized health strategies that cater to your unique needs. Discover how my own trials with salt, apple cider vinegar, creatine, and magnesium have led to significant health revelations, and how you to
#26: New Year’s Resolutions That Work: Personalization and Evidence-Based Strategies
Take the Health Type QuizDo you want 2025 to finally be the year you set and achieve your New Year's Resolutions? Want to avoid the traps and pitfalls that keep most people from the finish line?In this episode, I will discuss effective strategies for setting and achieving New Year's resolutions, particularly focusing on health-related goals but can be used in any important area of life.
#25: From Evidence to Action: A Dialogue with Health Coach Sean McDevitt
Take the Health Type QuizKnowing the science is important but implementing it is where the magic happens. Unlock the secrets to transforming your health by bridging the gap between evidence and action with insights from health coach Sean McDevitt. Sean is a Health and Life Coach, Author of Hack Your Health, and Co-Founder of DLDNation which has helped over 5,000 individuals get fit sustainably.In
#24: Alcohol: Little or None? That Is The Question
Link to Health Type Quiz Link to Living Well, Aging Strong 6-month group experience As the holiday season approaches, the question of how much alcohol is too much becomes ever more pressing. What if the festive cheer of a drink or two could be clouded by the potential for long-term health risks? Dr. Bobby unpacks the complex and often contradictory research around alcohol, helping listeners naviga
#23: Longevity Highlights: Key Takeaways from the 6 Pillars
In this special episode of Live Long and Well, I’m introducing two exciting updates:Now on YouTube – You can watch this episode with engaging visuals, graphs, and clips.Longevity Highlights Segment – This episode begins a new series where I summarize key takeaways from previous episodes to reinforce critical lessons and practical tips.Take the Health Type QuizWhy Longevity Highlights?We’ve covered
#22: Health Headlines: Helpful? Harmful? Or Just Plain Confusing?
In this episode, Dr. Bobby tackles the often perplexing world of health headlines. From bold claims about intermittent fasting to the benefits of wearing socks to bed, he breaks down how to evaluate these headlines critically. With nine key questions to ask about a headline, insights into the hierarchy of evidence, and two practical examples, Dr. Bobby provides listeners with tools to discern fact
#21: What Is Your Health Type And Why Does It Matter?
In this episode, I dive into a new way to think about wellness—your unique Health Type. Unlike traditional advice that tells us what to do to stay healthy, I explore how we approach our health, which is just as crucial for long-term well-being. By understanding your personal Health Type, you can make lifestyle choices that align with who you are, making it easier to stick to routines and prioritiz
#20: Are You Happy With Your Doctor? What Might Make It Better?
Managing your health is a team effort, and partnering with a good doctor is essential. We’ll explore what defines a productive visit and a meaningful doctor-patient relationship. Today, it is typical to wait weeks to see your primary care doctor and months to get a specialist visit. 1. Why You Visit Your Doctor: Different Types of VisitsNew Symptoms: When you’re feeling unwell and need answers.
#19: Seed Oils: True Harm Or Just Another Food Fear Fad?
Are seed oils the dietary villain social media makes them out to be, or is this just another food fear fad? Join me, Dr. Bobby Dubois, as I unravel the truths and myths surrounding seed oils like canola and safflower. There are NO randomized clinical trials comparing people who eat a diet with seed oils vs a diet consisting of non-seed oils like avocado, coconut, or olive. Since we lack the key s
#18: Can We Reduce Our Risk of Heart Disease? Good News and Better News!
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the US; we understand the risk factors for it, and there are 7 key steps you can take to reduce that risk. Here is a risk calculator that will give you your 10 year risk (and test how that might fall as key problems are addressed).1. Treat the treatable causes like hypertension, high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes, and obesity.2. Get exercise: the
#17: Should You Rest Or Stay Active When You Feel Sick?
It used to be when you got sick, you were advised to "take it easy". But, does the evidence support this approach? And, it isn't just an academic question since, on average, we get 2-4 colds/year and many of us will have an episode of low back pain. And, how about COVID? Rest or stay active?1. Low back pain: a key randomized clinical trial showed that prolonged bed rest did not
#16: To Measure Or Not To Measure: Who Better To Study Than Yourself?
In this episode, we explore wearables and self-monitoring tools like step counters, sleep trackers, and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). We'll dive into the science behind these devices and share how they can help you gain insights into your health, track progress, and personalize your wellness journey. We discuss the value of self-monitoring, backed by scientific studies, and how these to
#15: What Do We Know/Not Know About Losing Weight?
Have you ever wondered why weight loss seems so elusive despite following strict diets and exercise routines? Obesity rates have skyrocketed, and we are eating more, likely due to 3 key factors:portion sizes are larger than ever before, often doubling what we ate 30 years agothe foods on our plate are more calorie dense than everFoods we buy often have the perfect combination so that we crave them
#14: Eight Glasses Of Water A Day: Important Guidance Or Urban Myth?
Our bodies are 60% water and water is really important. But, It is not clear the origin of drinking 8 glasses of water per day. There were no studies that scientifically show that this number is the correct amount. I vote that it is an "urban myth." Good report summarizes important information about how our body uses waterBut, water is crucial for us, just not that mythical amount.
#13: We Can Lower Our Risk Of Cognitive Decline
Approximately 40% of the risk for cognitive decline is preventable through lifestyle changes and proactive measures. Nearly 7 million Americans are affected by Alzheimer's, with numbers expected to double in the coming decades. It's the sixth leading cause of death, costing the US around $800 billion annually.Not Inevitable: Cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging, as demons
#12: To Test or Not To Test?
We’re bombarded with advertisements for all sorts of tests these days: comprehensive blood panels for a few hundred dollars, total body MRI scans for cancer detection, heart calcium scans, and even tests to rule out multiple cancers. But are these tests worth it if you are asymptomatic and don’t have an important family history? A few years ago, I experienced fainting episodes while running. After
#11: Try To Sit Less And Move More
Key TakeawaysSit Less, Move More: The evidence is clear—reducing sitting time and increasing movement are crucial for health.Exercise Isn't a Substitute for Moving: While exercise is beneficial, sitting has its own distinct risks that need addressing.Practical Tips: Even small changes, like standing up regularly, can make a significant difference in your health.Understanding Movement and Step
#10: Does Sun Protection Work?
IntroductionHealth Tips: Check out my Instagram for daily health tips (@DrBobbyLiveLongAndWell).If you can message me through my website, it allows me to respond to you. The podcast comment function gets to me but I cannot respond to you.Take-home MessagesEnjoy the sun but protect your skin and eyes.The evidence on sun exposure's health effects is moderately clear, but leaves some questions
#9: Do Nutritional Supplements Work? If So, Which Ones, And For Whom?
Sign up for my newsletter (or provide feedback) at my website: www.DrBobbyLiveLongandWell.comTake-Home Messages· Lifelong use of supplements to prevent an illness is very different from taking a supplement to treat a known deficiency or a specific symptom· The evidence does not support the use of most all supplements to prevent illness (with multi-vitamins being the exception where ther
#8: Is Your Morning Coffee A Good Or A Bad Idea?
Introduction to Today's Topic: Morning Coffee: Is it a good or bad idea from the standpoint of health?Take-home messages: Short-term side effects of coffee: jitteriness, and potential impact on sleep Well-identified benefits: alertness, exercise performance, potential benefits for liver disease and dementia. Coffee is generally considered a "clean drug," offering benefits without m
