How Gravity Shapes Your Body, Steadies the Mind, and Guides Your Health | Dr. Brennan Spiegel

In this episode, we explore the fascinating science behind Pull: How Gravity Shapes Your Body, Steadies the Mind, and Guides Our Health by Dr. Brennan Spiegel. The discussion dives into the concept of biogravitational medicine, a newer field that explores how gravity shapes our health and overall well-being. There are actionable tips including ways to increase serotonin through his "STACK 10" foods, how to gain more strength and balance, and specific resources you can use beginning today.   KEY TOPICS ·      Dr. Spiegel's Journey to Biogravitational Medicine (0:00) ·      How Gravity Shapes Our Sleep and Evolutionary Design (5:33) ·      Aligning Your Body with Biogravitational Medicine Principles (7:38) ·      Strengthening Your Feet for Optimal Gravity Management (12:18) ·      Hypopressive Exercises for Gravity Intolerance and Core Strength (15:06) ·      Enhancing Strength and Metabolism with Anti-Gravity Tools (17:15) ·      Optimizing Neurological Recovery with Body Positioning (24:38) ·      The Gut-Brain Axis and Gravity's Influence on Serotonin (27:01) ·      Boosting Mood and Movement with Tryptophan-Rich Foods (31:58) ·      How Gravity and Altitude Affect Your Gut Microbiome (35:43) ·      Using Virtual Reality and Flotation to Combat Mental Gravity (39:10) ·      Embracing a Holistic View of Gravity and Health (45:45)   RESOURCES MENTIONED JOIN MICHELE'S NEWSLETTER FOLLOW on YOUTUBEMichele's Book: Design A Life You Love: A Woman's Guide to Living a Happier and More Fulfilled Life   GUEST INFORMATION Website: https://www.brennanspiegelmd.com/ Book: Pull: How Gravity Shapes Your Body, Steadies the Mind, and Guides Our Health Podcast: https://thegravitydoctors.com/   Guest Bio: Brennan Spiegel, M.D., is director of Health Services Research for Cedars-Sinai, professor of medicine and public health at UCLA, and the George and Dorothy Gourrich Chair in Digital Health Ethics. He also directs the Cedars-Sinai Virtual Medicine Program, where he leads research on the mind-body connection, exploring how technologies such as virtual reality and artificial intelligence can support well-being. A pioneer in digital therapeutics and immersive medicine, Dr. Spiegel has published widely on the neuropsychology of emotion, gut-brain interactions, as well as how mental states are shaped by physical experiences. Dr. Spiegel can often be found balancing his life (and himself) on a wobble board in his office while wearing a weighted vest. He lives in Los Angeles. If you enjoyed this interview, please take a moment to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or other podcast player.   *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.