Why I Quit Running After 20 Years, And What I Do Instead: Guest Mark Sisson | EP 421

Most people think more cardio is better for you. Run more, burn more, live longer, right? Well, my guest today says that's backward. He's suffered from aching knees, a busted hip, and a he has a brand-new book to prove it.Mark Sisson is a New York Times bestselling author and the co-founder of the barefoot shoe company Peluva. He was one of the very first people I read when I left heart surgery to become a nutritionist, and today he's back with his latest book, Born to Walk: The Broken Promises of the Running Boom and How to Slow Down and Get Healthy One Step at a Time.We get into why walking may beat running for long-term health, the surprising way running can actually work against your weight loss, and why Mark and his son built Peluva.This episode is going to change how you think about every single step you take.For full show notes and transcript: https://drgundry.com/mark-sisson-born-to-walkOn this episode, you’ll learn:  How Mark Sisson went from three-time Runner's World cover model to falling apart with GERD, IBS, skin issues, and early arthritis (03:36)Why you should only run if you have these 2 characteristics (06:42)My unconventional prescription for living a longer life (10:01)What “exercise snacking” is (and how it beats most workout routines) (16:13)Why running too hard for too long actually stops you from burning fat (19:57)The incredible story of how a man reversed his own type 2 diabetes with 2 simple steps (23:57)Why more than 60% of marathon entrants today are overweight (25:43)The life-long toll running has taken on my body (and what I do about it) (31:07)How regular tennis shoes can be the culprit of most running injuries (32:39)Learn about the design philosophy behind Mark’s barefoot shoes (41:09)The one simple change that will do more for your health than any running program ever will (50:54)Mark Sisson ResourcesMark’s InstagramPeluvaPeluva’s InstagramMarks Daily appleThank you to our sponsors! Check them out: Get a quote today at Progressive.com.Transform your sleep experience with Cozy Earth bedding. Go to cozyearth.com/gundry for 20% off. For all your blue-light and EMF-blocking accessories, go to boncharge.com/GUNDRY and use the coupon code GUNDRY to save 15% off your entire order.Upgrade your shoes at peluva.com and use code GUNDRY for 10% off plus a free copy of “Born to Walk:See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Let's be clear: Dr. Gundry has NOTHING against the carnivore diet as an elimination diet. In fact, some of his patients practice it, and it does support their gut health because it removes all lectin-containing compounds in your diet. But there’s much more information you need to know if you plan on practicing this diet. That’s why in this episode he will be discussing the shocking truth about the carnivore diet you need to know.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if I told you the "healthiest bread on earth" comes from a recipe that was originally supposed to be baked over human feces?It's true, and that recipe is straight out of the Bible.Right now, the internet is obsessed with the so-called Bible diet, also known as the Biblio diet, Promised Land diet, the Daniel diet, or simply biblical eating, but most of what's out there is cherry-picked scripture with zero context.So I decided to do it properly: chapter and verse, calling out what ancient eating habits actually got right, and where scripture needs a serious update.By the end, I'll give you my own Plant Paradox version of the biblical diet, the modern nutrition rules ancient wisdom got right thousands of years before science caught up.For full show notes and transcript: https://drgundry.com/is-the-bible-diet-healthy/On this episode, you’ll learn:  The one Bible verse that sums up an entire ancient diet in a single line, and why it still holds up today (03:20)Why the "butter" in Genesis wasn't anything like what's in your fridge, and what it means for your gut (04:39)The surprisingly smart trick ancient people used on their beans and lentils that most home cooks skip today (08:30)Why biblical households rarely ate their own cows, goats, or chickens (09:38)Why I disagree with Leviticus on shellfish (10:40)The real reason ancient grains may have existed, and it might not be for the bread you're thinking of (14:38)My three modern fixes to the "Biblio diet," plus the full Gundry-fied version you can start eating this week (16:21)Why fermenting sourdough does NOT do what everyone claims it does for gluten (16:21)Thank you to our sponsors! Check them out: Go to thrivemarket.com/GUNDRYPODCAST for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift.Get a quote today at Progressive.com.Go to Quince.com/gundry to upgrade your wardrobe and get free shipping on your orderTransform your sleep experience with Cozy Earth bedding. Go to cozyearth.com/gundry for 20% off. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Want to know what I actually do every day to stay healthy, energized, and youthful as I get older? In this episode, I’m giving you a look inside my personal daily routine and sharing the simple habits I rely on to support longevity and healthy aging.I’ll walk you through the way I eat, move, and structure my day, along with the small lifestyle choices I make consistently to help keep my body and brain performing at their best. And you don’t need an expensive anti-aging routine or hours at the gym to get started. Many of these habits are surprisingly simple and can easily become part of your own routine.So if you want to feel younger, stay sharp, boost your energy, and support a longer, healthier life, I’m sharing the daily longevity habits I personally swear by, and how you can start using them, too.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I've spent 25 years telling patients the same thing: I can show you the path, but you have to walk it.Nobody proves that better than my guest today. Jim Kwik was labeled "the boy with the broken brain" as a kid — migraines, learning disabilities, couldn't keep up in school. Today he's the guy Navy SEALs, Olympic athletes, and Fortune 500 CEOs call when they need to think sharper and perform better. His new book, Limitless Daily: 366 Keys to Train Your Brain, Master Your Mind & Win Every Day, distills decades of that work into five minutes a day.We get into what actually happens in your brain in those first waking minutes, why willpower isn't the reason you're stuck, and whether leaning on AI is quietly costing you your own ability to think. For full show notes and transcript: https://drgundry.com/jim-kwik-limitless-daily-rewire-your-brainOn this episode, you’ll learn:  The real difference between knowledge and intelligence (05:12)The biggest mistake most make with the first 30 minutes of their day (08:14)The simple mantra Jim lives by to protect his mind before the world gets a chance to hijack it (11:08)The 10-minute morning routine that can transform your life (it’s free!) (16:06)Why motivation isn't the missing ingredient most people think it is, and what actually drives follow-through (21:09)Why your self-image might be the biggest ceiling on your success — and how to raise it (22:13)The trick that makes good habits easier and bad ones harder — without any willpower involved (31:38)Why treating your attention like it's your money could completely change how you spend your day (39:36)The shocking results of an MIT study comparing brains that used ChatGPT, Google, or nothing at all to write an essay (41:46)What the five-letter formula (B.U.I.L.D.) is, and how it can help you answer any question (42:34)Whether or not people with ADHD or dyslexia can still rewire their brains for a "limitless" identity (55:26)About Jim Kwik:New book: Limitless Daily: 366 Keys to Train Your Brain, Master Your Mind & Win Every Day by Jim KwikWebsite: LimitlessDaily.com Socials: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube.Thank you to our sponsors! Check them out: For all your blue-light and EMF-blocking accessories, go to boncharge.com/GUNDRY and use the coupon code GUNDRY to save 15% off your entire order.Strengthen your teeth with re-mineralizing gum and mints today by visiting buylarine.com/gundry for up to 50% off.Get a quote today at Progressive.com.Shop my new air filter, Homekind Total Air! Use code CLEANAIR for 10% off. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Traveling back in time is impossible. Giving your cells a fresh start is not. In this episode, I dig into stem cells: what wakes them up, why the wall of your gut matters so much, and the two very different ways cells die. One causes inflammation. The other, called autophagy, lets your body rebuild itself from the inside out. I break down how time-restricted eating, polyphenols, and mitochondrial uncoupling work together to build a genuinely new you every three months. Plus, a great question on probiotic toothpaste, and why gut dysbiosis keeps showing up in my migraine patients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Everyone's chasing the wellness hack that'll finally crack the code on living longer: cold plunges, biological age tests, or extreme fasts.But my guest today just wrote an entire book making the opposite argument: most of that noise doesn't matter nearly as much as we think, and the real answer to a long, healthy life is a lot simpler than the wellness industry wants you to believe.Dr. Ezekiel "Zeke" Emanuel is a Harvard-trained oncologist, Vice Provost for Global Initiatives at the University of Pennsylvania, and a former special advisor on health policy to the Obama administration. His new book, Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life, lays out six evidence-based rules for a longer, better life.This one will change how you think about "doing wellness right."For full show notes and transcript: https://drgundry.com/zeke-emanuel-longevity-rules-eat-your-ice-creamOn this episode, you’ll learn:  Why perfectionism should NOT be your goal when it comes ot healthy habits (3:37)Why early retirement could be quietly speeding up cognitive decline (10:12)The simple "wellness trifecta" that is way easier than you’d think (14:17)A surprisingly consistent habit shared by nearly every person who lives past 100 (21:44)How a nightly scoop of the right ice cream might actually lower your risk of type 2 diabetes (24:48)Why doing THIS has a real edge over structured workouts when it comes to protecting your brain (29:44)Why Dr. Emanuel refuses to do this standard male screening test (34:12)One small fix for the late-night screen habit that's sabotaging your sleep (43:48)The actual evidence-based guidance on wine and longevity (49:46)Thank you to our sponsors! Check them out: Get a quote today at Progressive.com.Transform your sleep experience with Cozy Earth bedding. Go to cozyearth.com/gundry for 20% off. Visit Sunlighten.com and mention DrGundry when you fill out the get-pricing form and save up to $600 on your purchaseGo to Quince.com/gundry to upgrade your wardrobe and get free shipping on your orderShop my new air filter, Homekind Total Air! Use code CLEANAIR for 10% off. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sugar isn't just a habit; it's one of the most addictive substances in our diet, and most of us don't even realize how much we're consuming. In this episode, I'm breaking down my simple, four-step method for kicking a sugar addiction for good, without feeling deprived.I'll show you exactly where sugar hides on food labels (hint: it's not where you think), teach you the quick math trick that reveals the real sugar content in any packaged food, and explain why "healthier" sugars like honey, agave, and coconut sugar are still sugar. I'm also breaking down why some fruits are secretly loaded with fructose, which ones are safer bets, and why fruit today isn't the same fruit your grandparents ate.I'll get personal too, sharing my own history with Diet Coke addiction and why artificial sweeteners can trick your brain into craving more sugar, not less. Plus, my go-to sugar substitutes, the dark chocolate brand I actually trust, and the "healthy Coke" recipe I first shared years ago that still holds up today.If you've ever felt like sugar has a grip on you, this episode gives you a real, sustainable path out — one small step at a time.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bad breath could be the earliest warning sign of something happening deep inside your body, and most people are trying to fix it with exactly the wrong tools.It's rarely just a hygiene issue. It can point to low stomach acid letting the wrong bacteria take over your gut, leaky gums mirroring leaky gut, or a dead tooth hiding an infection you'll never feel.On this episode, you'll learn my five tips (plus a bonus) for getting rid of bad breath for good, what your breath is really telling you about your gut and your inflammation levels, and the one scan most dentists never think to order.If nothing you've tried has worked, this episode explains why.For full show notes and transcript: https://drgundry.com/tips-to-fix-bad-breathOn this episode, you’ll learn:  Which oils are best for loosening the bacteria that your toothbrush can't touch (01:46)This Ayurvedic tongue trick that can clearodor-causing bacteria your brush skips entirely (03:08)How your mouth and gut are more connected than you think (04:16)A simple blood marker your doctor can run to catch trouble hiding behind your bad breath (10:11)Whether or not alcohol-based mouthwash can fix bad breath (08:52)The dental scan most regular X-rays completely miss (11:28)One habit shown to normalize inflammatory markers in just six months (14:19)Why THIS may be the real reason your toothbrush never solves the problem (15:27)The toothpaste swap I recommend you make today (19:11)Thank you to our sponsors! Check them out: Go to thrivemarket.com/GUNDRYPODCAST for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift.Get a quote today at Progressive.com.For all your blue-light and EMF-blocking accessories, go to boncharge.com/GUNDRY and use the coupon code GUNDRY to save 15% off your entire order.Take your water to the next level with the AquaTru water purifier, go to aquatruwater.com and enter code “GUNDRY20” at checkout for 20% off.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Want to keep your brain sharp as you age? Start with what’s on your plate.In this episode, I’m sharing 5 amazing foods your brain will love — and why adding them to your diet may help support memory, focus, and long-term brain health.Some of these foods may already be in your kitchen, while others might surprise you. Either way, your brain will thank you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.