Welcome to a preview of the third Ask Me Anything (AMA) episode, part of the Huberman Lab Premium subscription. The Huberman Lab Premium subscription was launched for two main reasons. First, it was launched in order to raise support for the standard Huberman Lab podcast channel — which will continue to come out every Monday at zero-cost. Second, it was launched as a means to raise funds for important scientific research. A significant portion of proceeds from the Huberman Lab Premium subscription will fund human research (not animal models) selected by Dr. Huberman, with a dollar-for-dollar match from the Tiny Foundation. Subscribe to Huberman Lab Premium at https://hubermanlab.com/premium Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:27) Adaptogens (00:29:42) Huberman Lab Premium In the full 1.5 hour+ AMA episode, we discuss: Caloric restriction in fertile women Cognitive load limits Potential risks of Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, EMFs Creatine and aging Title Card Photo Credit: Mike Blabac Disclaimer
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Adaptogens can reduce reactive oxygen species and other aspects of cellular stress through the consumption of micronutrients and antioxidants found in food. However, getting sufficient dosages of these adaptogen compounds through diet alone can be challenging.
The consumption of ashwagandha and chaga mushrooms as adaptogens can help reduce cortisol and anti-inflammatory cytokines in the body, especially during times of stress. It is advised to take them in the afternoon and evening to buffer cortisol levels and avoid taking them before exercise.
This podcast discusses the optimal levels of neurotransmitters throughout the day for a good night's sleep, such as high levels of dopamine, norepinephrine and epinephrine in the morning and higher levels of serotonin and GABA in the evening. The speakers also discuss ways to buffer cortisol in the late afternoon to improve sleep quality.
The Huberman Lab Podcast's premium channel is supporting research for science tools related to mental health, physical health and performance. The tiny foundation is also offering to match dollar for dollar all funds raised for research through the premium channel.