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[Podcast] Why Muscle Is the Missing Key to Longevity, Metabolism, & Brain Health

1/18/2026

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Muscle & longevity
What if the biggest threat to your long-term health isn’t the number on the scale—but what’s happening beneath the surface?

This week, we're exploring why it might not be your weight that matters as much as your muscle.

In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, Dr. Mark Hyman sits down with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon to explore a concept that challenges conventional health wisdom: the idea that many people are “under-muscled,” even if they appear thin or healthy.

This conversation reframes aging, metabolism, and resilience through a muscle-centric lens—revealing why skeletal muscle may be one of the most important organs for longevity, mental clarity, gut health, and metabolic strength.

Check it out below!


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Top Gut Healing Herbs & Best Digestive Remedies

1/11/2026

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Gut healing herbs & remedies
We will soon be wrapping up our ongoing gut health series (in fact, there has been so much interest in this topic of late, that I'm starting a new blog just on this specific topic - you can check out the new site here - more content coming soon!), but I have a helpful post for you today on the best gut healing herbs to promote gut health and relieve digestive symptoms. 

As you likely know by now, your gut does more than just digest food – it's the foundation of your overall health. And fortunately, when digestive issues strike, nature provides powerful botanical remedies that can help restore balance and healing. Whether you're dealing with occasional discomfort or chronic digestive problems, these time-tested herbs offer relief without the side effects of conventional medications.

Today's article explores why healing your gut naturally doesn't have to be complicated. The right herbs can reduce inflammation, repair damaged tissue, and restore proper function to your digestive system. These remedies have been used for centuries across different healing traditions and now have scientific research backing their effectiveness. Learn more about these gut healing herbs and remedies below...


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Free Microgreens Seed Varieties Chart: 20+ Microgreens for Year-Round Freshness

1/4/2026

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Welcome to 2026! We are back from vacation, and I've been hard at work planning out the year ahead... Stay tuned for updates, coming soon.

Meanwhile, it has been a very cold winter thus far, and although I'm hoping the winter garden will survive under the coverings, it hasn't even been possible to harvest anything lately. That's where microgreens come in - which is the subject of this month's freebie!

What if you could enjoy fresh, vibrant, homegrown greens even in the middle of winter—with no garden, no experience, and no waiting months for a harvest?

That’s the magic of microgreens. These tiny, nutrient-packed versions of familiar veggies like broccoli, kale, peas, and spinach thrive indoors and are ready to harvest in as little as 7–14 days. When the outdoor beds are frozen solid and gardening feels out of reach, microgreens let you keep growing—and eating—fresh food year-round!


Despite the common myths you may have heard indicating that microgreens are tricky or prone to problems, they’re actually one of the easiest crops you’ll ever grow, making them perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike. With just a small tray on a windowsill or countertop, you can enjoy powerful flavor, impressive nutrition, and serious savings compared to store-bought greens.

With this free resource, you’ll learn how to grow a wide variety of microgreens throughout the year—and how a free, easy-to-use chart can remove all the guesswork. If you’re craving fresh, healthy greens when outdoor gardening isn’t an option, you won’t want to miss what’s next!



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