Stress rewires the brain, affecting mental and physical health. Dr. Robert Sapolsky explains how chronic stress damages the hippocampus, leads to cognitive decline, and influences behavior. The episode covers differences between acute and chronic stress, its biological and environmental interactions, inflammation effects, and offers management strategies like mindfulness and exercise. Sponsored by Rupa Health, Pendulum, Thrive Market, and Our Place.
Understanding the Impact of Chronic Stress on Your Brain | Dr. Robert Sapolsky Stress isn’t just in your head—it’s rewiring your brain. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Sapolsky to dive into the science of stress and its profound impact on mental and physical health. We explore how chronic stress damages the brain, particularly the hippocampus, leading to cognitive decline and mood disorders. Tune in to learn powerful strategies for managing stress, from mindfulness to exercise, and discover what it means for your health and society at large.
In this episode, we discuss:
The difference between short-term (acute) stress, which can be beneficial in small doses, and long-term (chronic) stress
The impact of stress on brain health
The argument that free will is an illusion, as our decisions and behaviors are largely driven by complex biological processes and environmental factors
How stress interacts with genes and the environment, influencing behavior, health outcomes, and the body's ability to cope with stress
How chronic stress triggers inflammation throughout the body, contributing to various health problems
Effective ways to manage stress, including mindfulness, physical exercise, and proper nutrition
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Stress isn’t just in your head—it’s rewiring your brain. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Sapolsky to dive into the science of stress and its profound impact on mental and physical health. We explore how chronic stress damages the brain, particularly the hippocampus, leading to cognitive decline and mood disorders. Tune in to learn powerful strategies for managing stress, from mindfulness to exercise, and discover what it means for your health and society at large.
In this episode, we discuss:
The difference between short-term (acute) stress, which can be beneficial in small doses, and long-term (chronic) stress
The impact of stress on brain health
The argument that free will is an illusion, as our decisions and behaviors are largely driven by complex biological processes and environmental factors
How stress interacts with genes and the environment, influencing behavior, health outcomes, and the body's ability to cope with stress
How chronic stress triggers inflammation throughout the body, contributing to various health problems
Effective ways to manage stress, including mindfulness, physical exercise, and proper nutrition
View Show Notes From This Episode
Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman
Sign Up for Dr. Hyman’s Weekly Longevity Journal
This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, Pendulum, Thrive Market, and Our Place.
Streamline your lab orders with Rupa Health. Access more than 3,500 specialty lab tests and register for a FREE live demo at RupaHealth.com .
Pendulum is offering listeners 20% off their first membership order at pendulumlife.com/farmacy. Discount applied at checkout.
Head over to ThriveMarket.com/Hyman today to received 30% off your first order and a free gift up to $60.
Upgrade your cookware, appliances and more with Our Place. Head over to FromOurPlace.com and enter code HYMAN at checkout to receive 10% off site-wide.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices