As we head into the winter months, illnesses like the cold and the flu become more prevalent. In order to protect yourself and your family from seasonal viruses and infections, it’s important to keep your immune systems in check, particularly during a seasonal transition.

Supporting a healthy immune system can take many forms, including appropriately nourishing your body with immune-boosting foods, using exercise to prevent stagnation of the lymphatic system, and getting quality sleep. Most importantly, the key to maintaining health is understanding the role of the immune system, and how to fortify it on a consistent basis.

On today’s episode, we’re diving into the complexities of the incredible, powerful, and highly-intelligent immune system. You’ll learn ten practical tools and strategies you can incorporate into your routine to maintain wellness, not only during cold and flu season, but all year long.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• The different types of cells that make up your immune system.
• What T-cells are, and their function within the body.
• How the human body is able to build immunity.
• The fascinating science behind the healing powers of bone broth.
• What to look for in a Vitamin D supplement.
• The surprising link between Vitamin D deficiencies and autoimmune diseases.
• Which foods contain high levels of Vitamin C.
• A common misconceptionabout the best time to take Vitamin C.
• Where the majority of the immune system is located.
• What the glymphatic system is, and how it relates to sleep.
• How to reset your body’s circadian rhythm.
• The most effective types of exercise for supporting your immune system.
• What rebounding is, and why it is beneficial for lymphatic flow.
• How many ounces of water you should drink on a daily basis.
• Why exposure to cold temperatures is actually good for your body.
• How medicinal mushrooms can modulate your immune system.
• The importance of eating seasonally.

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• The Secret Life of Your Immune System – Episode 166
• The Truth About Collagen & Genetic Plasticity with Dr. Cate Shanahan – Episode 297
• Sleep Smarter by Shawn Stevenson
• How to Create a Sleep Sanctuary & Get the Best Sleep Ever – Episode 86
• The Benefits of Cold Thermogenesis – Episode 127

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As we enter the holiday season, the principle of gratitude is front of mind for many of us. Without a doubt, there is true value in expressing gratitude in your life. This is a powerful tool for boosting happiness, improving health, and creating success.

On today’s show, we’re highlighting a handful of insightful moments about the power of gratitude from recent episodes. You’ll hear a compilation of stories from successful individuals who have used gratitude to change their situations, improve their health, overcome obstacles, and gain an overall appreciation for life. I hope these incredible testimonies help you understand how and why to incorporate gratitude into your routine, and inspire you to be grateful throughout this holiday season, as well as into the new year.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• How a simple gratitude practice can help improve your sleep quality.
• The link between gratitude and serotonin.
• Why gratitude is the easiest way to change your life.
• How gratitude can transform your perspective on the past, present, and future.
• The power of finding meaning and fulfillmentthrough giving back.
• How hitting rock bottom and surrendering can be an incredible gift.
• Why positive affirmations can change the way you think about yourself.
• The importance of making a positive impact within your community.
• What it means to find a gatekeeper in terms of happiness.
• How changing your mindset can literally change your life.
• The danger of delaying your happiness based on external conditions.
• What it means to be blissfully dissatisfied.
• The importance of goal setting from a place of abundance.
• A powerful link between gratitude and agency.
• How to use text messages to incorporate gratitude into your daily routine.
• The difference between reacting and taking action.

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• The Surprising Benefits of Helping Others with Scott Harrison – Episode 314
• How to Create Beliefs That Empower You with David Meltzer – Episode 316
• Transforming Your Body and Mind with Cynthia Garcia – Episode 308
• The Comfort Zone Myth with Drew Manning – Episode 299
• Get Yourself in the Position to Win with Ozzie Smith – Episode 301
• Reclaim Your Time and Build Your Life Resume with Jesse Itzler – Episode 312
• Increase Your Sense of Value with Lisa Nichols – Episode 234
• Get Financially Fit and Upgrade Your Identity with Ed Mylett – Episode 282
• The Science of Setting and Accomplishing Goals with Michael Hyatt – Episode 260
• How to Deal with Failure and Cultivating Work Ethic with Bedros Keullian – Episode 309
• Getting Stronger and Building Your Relationship with Dr. Jay Ferruggia – Episode 253
• The One Thing by Gary Keller

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The human brain is a truly incredible organ. From storing our favorite memories to holding our ability to learn new information, the brain is a fascinating and complex structure that holds many roles within the body. The science behind brain function can be overwhelming, but today’s guest is going to break it down for you in a realistic, digestible way.

Dr. Lisa Mosconi studies the intersection of neuroscience and nutrition, more specifically how what we eat affects the health of the brain. She is also the author of one of my new favorite books, Brain Food.

On today’s show, she’s sharing the fascinating science behind how diet influences brain function long-term, and how to bring the most important pieces of research into your daily diet. We’re going to cover how you can actually eat for maximum brain power and disease prevention, and break down the nutrients and foods you can realistically incorporate into your lifestyle.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• The importance of distinguishing between scientific data and commonly held opinions.
• What nuclear medicine is.
• The surprising truthbehind how genetics affect your risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
• How the blood brain barrier works.
• The main difference between brain cells and other cells in the body.
• What a brain reserveis, and how it works.
• Exactly what the brain is made of.
• How systemic inflammation affects the brain.
• The difference between dietary cholesterol and cholesterol in the brain.
• A list of nutrients that are critical for healthy brain function.
• Why organic food is important, particularly for women.
• The link between menopause and Alzheimer’s disease.
• What xenoestrogens are, and why you should avoid them.
• Why supplementing DHA can be dangerous for certain individuals.
• The best animal and plant sources of Omega-3.

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• Brain Food by Lisa Mosconi
• Sleep Smarter by Shawn Stevenson
• Skittles Highway Spill – Huffington Post
• Connect with Lisa Website/Twitter/ Instagram

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How we think influences every aspect of our lives, from personal development and creating habits to how we show up in our relationships. If we can simply implement small shifts in our perspective, then we can transform our lives in immense ways.

If there’s anyone on the planet that knows about using thought to boost productivity, it’s world-renowned learning expert, Jim Kwik. On today’s show, we’re discussing the importance of building memory fitness, and the power of identity. You’ll learn mind-blowing hacks to broaden your perspective, optimize your thinking, and boost your productivity.

As always, Jim is bringing you practical and effective tips that you can use to elevate the way you think. You’re about to uncover powerful tools that truly hold the potential to change the way you think and behave.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• The surprising effects of decision fatigue.
• What it means to live in a knowledge economy.
• The importance of having internal resourcefulness.
• How books and podcasts can help you broaden your perspective.
• The two most powerful wordsin the English language.
• How to strengthen your decision making muscles.
• What the six thinking hats are, and how they can help you maximize your thinking.
• How a shift in identity can spark transformation.
• The powerful implications of thinking of your problems as puzzles.
• How to find a balance between logic and emotional thinking.
• Why knowledge is not power.
• The three areas in which technology cannot replace humans.
• How to recover from making mistakes.
• Why the fear of judgment can halt your progress.
• The correlation betweenfailure and success.

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• How to Improve Your Memory & Read Faster with Jim Kwik – Episode 56
• How to Learn Faster & Increase Your Focus with Jim Kwik – Episode 197
• Brain Hacks for Faster Learning with Jim Kwik – Episode 232
• Work Smart – Not Hard – Kwik Brain
• Six Thinking Hats
• Imagine It Forward by Beth Comstock
• Imagination for Courage, Creativity, and Change with Beth Comstock – Kwik Brain
• Connect with Jim Website/ Podcast/ Twitter/ Instagram

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The heart is one of the most complex and important organs within the human body, yet its function and mechanics are wildly misunderstood. This needs to change. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and those statistics don’t seem to be changing for the better anytime soon.

On today’s episode, we’re going behind the scenes of the heart to uncover the truth about blood pressure, hypertension blood sugar, and cholesterol. You’ll learn the mind-blowing science about the heart’s electromagnetic field, and the heart-brain connection.

Most importantly, you’ll discover the tools and knowledge necessary to take ownership over your incredible heart. This episode contains four proven (yet simple and realistic!) actions you can take to protect your heart from disease so that you can live your best life for years to come!

In this episode you’ll discover:

• The shocking number of Americans that die from heart disease every year.
• Which type of heart disease is the most common.
• How congestive heart failure happens.
• What cardiomyopathy is.
• The importance of becoming empowered about your heart health.
• How big the heart actually is, and how much it weighs.
• The interesting reason why you rarely hear about heart cancer.
• How blood pressure is controlled within the body.
• The link between diabetes and heart disease.
• Why statins are often not the best solution for high cholesterol.
• The connection between heart disease and cholesterol.
• How processed sugar effects the circulatory system.
• Which organ generates the most powerful electromagnetic field in the body.
• How your positive emotions can literally influence other people.
• The benefits of eating dark chocolate.
• Foods to avoid in order to manage your blood sugar.
• The two best forms of exercise for heart health.
• How much you should aim to walk on a daily basis.
• The link between stress and inflammation.
• Four specific action steps you can take to reduce your risk for heart disease.

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• Natural Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes – Episode 13
• Waist Management and Heart Healthy Foods with Dr. Oz – Episode 289
• The Best Foods for Heart Health on Medical News Today
• The Great Cardio Myth with Craig Ballantyne – Episode 211
• The One Minute Workout with Dr. Martin Gibala – Episode 208
• Sleep Smarter by Shawn Stevenson

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