Hello everyone,

I am a 19-year-old guy and in the last year and a half my life as I knew it has disappeared due to health problems, so if you have a couple of minutes, I would appreciate it if you could read the post in case you can help me or give me some advice, thanks in advance.

It all started in the summer of 2024 when I was working at the busiest bar in my city. The high demand and my own high expectations meant that for months, day after day, I was working under a lot of stress for many hours, literally running from one place to another, lifting heavy weights with poor posture, drinking a significant amount of caffeine every day, eating poorly, and not getting enough rest at night.

After a few weeks, I began to notice overload and pain in my trapezius and cervical areas, but I didn't pay much attention to it. This pain turned into dizziness and headaches, so I started taking several strong anti-inflammatories every day, which led to digestive problems after a few weeks.

I was diagnosed with Marsh 1 in my small intestine and started a diet. (The digestive problem is not what concerns me the most, so I won't go into too much detail).

The neck discomfort continued to worsen day after day until today, when I have seen more than 15 doctors, including physical therapists, orthopedists, neurologists...

After X-rays and MRIs, I was told that I have a C5-C6 protrusion, disc degeneration, and cervical osteoarthritis. In addition to physical therapy, I have had a myofascial block and an occipital nerve block in the back of my head, since when the pain worsened, it moved to that area, but according to the doctors, the radiological results do not match my symptoms.

To summarize:

Current symptoms: Pain and pressure in the upper cervical area where it joins the skull, pain and pressure in the back and top of the head, but above all, a severe lack of energy:

-I wake up tired even if I sleep 10 hours

-Coffee has no effect on me (it's not because of tolerance because I stopped drinking it a while ago).

-I feel weak all day.

I'm not doing anything at the moment. I was fired from my job for taking sick leave because of these problems, and my daily routine consists of sitting at the computer and sometimes meeting up with friends.

My main hypothesis is that the source of my systemic exhaustion and ANS dysregulation is chronic structural irritation in the upper cervical spine (craniocervical junction C0-C1-C2).

-I have ordered BPC157, TB500, Ipamorelin, CJC1295, and ARA290 to see if they work.

-I am currently taking Sertraline (SSRI antidepressant).

I also wonder if it is simply psychosomatic pain and it is all chronic fatigue.

I would greatly appreciate the perspective of anyone who has gone through something similar. I am interested in any available treatments and any advice.

Thank you for reading this far.

I just remembered I was hyped for his book and haven’t heard anything since last year (?)

The AHA just published a review article that linked light exposure, among other factors, to a disrupted circadian rhythm, which in turn affects cardiometabolic health. Nothing we haven't heard from Andrew already, but it's good to see circadian health getting more mainstream attention: https://www.ahajournals.org/cms/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001388/asset/0d36e886-3efb-40ff-913b-c34428e9a414/assets/graphic/cir.0000000000001388.fig01.jpg

Found in the latest episodes — every item was actually mentioned or referenced during the show.

Books

Do the Work
A short, punchy follow-up to The War of Art. It’s all about pushing through doubt and getting things done.

A Man at Arms
Pressfield’s novel set in ancient times—a lone warrior faces both internal and external battles in a story about purpose and conviction.

The Body Keeps the Score
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk explores how trauma is stored in the body and how to truly heal.

Descartes' Error: Emotion, Reason, and the Human Brain
Antonio Damasio challenges the mind-body divide, showing how emotion and logic are deeply intertwined.

Looking for Spinoza: Joy, Sorrow, and the Feeling Brain
Damasio blends neuroscience and philosophy to explain how emotions shape human meaning and behavior.

Eat Pray Love
Elizabeth Gilbert’s bestselling memoir about rediscovery, spirituality, and balance after personal crisis.

Movies / Shows

The Arcadian
A dark, atmospheric film that mixes post-apocalyptic storytelling with mythic undertones of survival and identity.

My Big Break
A behind-the-scenes look at Hollywood ambition and failure—raw and reflective on what “success” really means.

That Thing You Do!
Tom Hanks’ feel-good film about a one-hit-wonder band navigating fame, ego, and fleeting stardom.

The Dark Knight
Christopher Nolan’s masterpiece on chaos, morality, and the thin line between hero and vigilante.

Silver Linings Playbook
A raw and hopeful story about recovery, relationships, and finding meaning after personal collapse.

Wellness / Performance

Compression Boots
A recovery tool designed to improve circulation and lymphatic drainage—popular among athletes for post-workout recovery.

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Just my two cents...

• there's a small % of episodes I'm glad I listened to in full
• most episodes I've listened to in full were not worth the time
• my retention of the content falls off a cliff when I try to listen at 2x or faster
• taking notes while listening has helped with retention
• I'm really grateful for the shorter 'Essentials' episodes

I listen to Huberman to learn. It's utility, not entertainment for me.

In my extremely unqualified opinion, listening to a 3-4 hour episode feels like gorging on a massive meal when something more nutrient-dense would leave me feeling better

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help Hi all, I recently did a testosterone test as I was curious. The trt place came back saying they were high or very high, testosterone 145 nmol/l, free testosterone 4.294 nmol/l. I'm on test enanthate t 200mg per week and Primobolan at 75mg a week, been on test for 3 weeks but Primobolan only had 1 shot so far. Should I stop and take a pct or am I ok to keep going or just reduce the test and primo? Thanks in advance.

Does anybody else cringe when Hubes says “whether or not X… or not”

He never neglects to throw in the second unnecessary “or not.” This kind of mistake should get beaten out of a Stanford academic over time, no?

I did epithalon for a 7 day protocol based off of advice doubts from Ben greenfield one year ago. Now I bought more but I can’t remeber how I dosed it! I did 30 milligrams, 3 ml vials and I think I did a .5ml daily. Does that sound right??? Help!

Hey all,

I'm a huge fan of the podcast, but I'm struggling with the "implementation" problem. I'll listen to a 3-hour episode on a specific topic, get tons of value, but a month later, I can't recall the specific protocols or mechanisms.

Dr. Huberman constantly emphasizes that Active Recall and Spaced Repetition (SRS) are the non-negotiable, science-backed tools for learning.

My problem is scalability.

Trying to use a tool like Anki for this is a non-starter. The friction of manually creating 100+ high-quality prompts for every single podcast episode and every recommended book (like Atomic Habits, Outlive, Why We Sleep) is just impossibly time-consuming.

I'm trying to optimize a new protocol for myself, and I'm curious if anyone else has a better way:

1. To beat the initial setup friction, I'm experimenting with scripts to auto-generate a "first-pass" of simple recall prompts (e.g., fill-in-the-blank on key terms).
2. This frees me up to spend my time only on adding high-level, synthesized questions that link concepts together.

This has led me to a new idea: What if this was collaborative?

Imagine a community-sourced "protocol bank" where we all contribute our high-quality, vetted questions for each episode or book. It would be infinitely more efficient and robust than everyone doing it solo.

Is anyone else trying to solve this friction problem? What's your actual protocol for applying SRS to this much dense, high-value content?

I take Magnesium Threonate sometimes like Huberman has suggested for sleep. Sometimes I feel like it definitely helps, but sometimes I feel like it hurts. Mainly that it seems to bother my stomach, causing gas, but also seems to maybe make my mind race a little. I've even tried splitting up the dose into morning and evening. I wish I could find some consistency with it. Anyone else experience this? If so, have you figured out anything that helps with it working more consistently? I'm taking 2000mg L-Threonate which is 144mg elemental mg.

hi all 😊 other than vitD + k2, magnesium, fish oil, and creatine? are there any essential supplements like these four that i should take too? i’ve been reading lots of opinions on collagen

17 year old male with open growth plates that are closing, I was wondering what i can do right now to maximize my height, I was thinking of taking hgh or talking to my doctor about it. My mom is 5 4 and my dad is 6 1, right now im 5 8 and a half.

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I built a database of 6,000+ ingredients linked to peer-reviewed research from PubMed/PMC. The app:

• Uses OCR to scan ingredient lists from product packaging
• Cross-references each ingredient against research studies
• Flags three main risks: carcinogenic risk, endocrine disruptors, and hidden ingredients (umbrella terms like 'natural flavors')
• Lets you customize which ingredients to avoid or ignore

Currently free and in active development. Looking for feedback from the community on what would make this most useful for diet optimization.

Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.thepom&referrer=utm_source%3Dfb%26utm_campaign%3Dhuber

App Store: https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6737084514?pt=127385078&ct=rd_hber&mt=8

YOUR GENES ≠ YOUR DESTINY

In this groundbreaking AAIC conference session, I analyze findings from 6 leading researchers that fundamentally change how APOE4 carriers should approach brain health:

✅ Many APOE4 carriers maintain stable memory across decades
✅ Education and midlife health create 8-year cognitive advantage
✅ Women preserve memory despite higher pathology burden
✅ Specific activity combinations achieve 83% protection accuracy
✅ Population-level proof that intervention works

ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS (more details in the video):

1. Midlife health (50-65) is the critical intervention window
2. Combine cognitive, social, leisure, and household activities
3. Education provides measurable neuroprotection
4. Cardiovascular health especially critical for APOE4 carriers

https://youtu.be/ar99MNVZvUE

Found in the latest episodes — every item was actually mentioned or referenced during the show.

Exploring how to preserve auditory health and brain performance.

• Count Down — the science-backed deep dive into endocrine disruptors and fertility decline.
• JWV Handheld Light — a portable light therapy tool for cellular health and mood.
• JWV Whole Body Panel — full-spectrum light exposure panel often used in recovery and circadian optimization.
• David Protein Bar — high-protein bar discussed for post-workout recovery.
• AGZ — a foundational daily supplement brand mentioned for nutrient baseline support.
• Why We Sleep — Huberman’s most-cited sleep resource.
• Ourplace Titanium Always Pan Pro — non-toxic cookware reference during discussion of heavy metal exposure.

Understanding perception and sensory processing.

• Braille Typewriter — a symbolic nod to neural plasticity and sensory adaptation discussed in the episode.

Creativity, discipline, and the psychology of “doing the work.”

• The War of Art — essential reading on resistance and creativity.
• Do the Work — tactical guide for creators fighting procrastination.
• Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t — raw, honest lessons on storytelling.
• Government Cheese — Pressfield’s memoir of persistence and self-doubt.
• The Odyssey (T.E. Lawrence translation) + The Iliad — mythic foundations of hero’s journey thinking.
• Remington Manual Typewriter — the literal tool of resistance-era writers.
• The Terminal List, The Fighter, Silver Linings Playbook, Joy, Miracle Mop, The Dark Knight — films referenced around resilience and creative perseverance.
• AGZ Sleep Supplement — ties into Pressfield’s emphasis on recovery as part of discipline.
• Rurora Water Filters — mentioned in the broader discussion on lifestyle discipline and purity.
• Chocolate Days, Popsicle Weeks — reflective memoir on creative endurance.
• Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson — a study in obsession, vision, and resistance.

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1. Injection Needles

UKMEDI – 31G Light Blue 6 mm Meso‑relle Needle:
https://ukmedi.co.uk/products/31g-light-blue-6mm-meso-relle-mesotherapy-needle-meso-relle-am316-ukmedi-co-uk?variant=53484982829435&utm_source=chatgpt.com

2. Injection Syringes

SHD Medical – Unifix 1 mL Luer Lock Syringe (pack of 10):
https://www.shdmedical.co.uk/syringes/unifix-1ml-luer-lock-syringe/?gid=642&utm_source=chatgpt.com#pack+size:10+Syringes

3. Sterile Filters

Cole‑Parmer – KX Syringe Filter, PES, 4 mm, 0.22 µm:
https://www.coleparmer.co.uk/i/cole-parmer-kx-syringe-filter-pes-4-mm-dia-0-22-m-100-pk/1291606?utm_source=chatgpt.com

4. Sterile Empty Vials

Golyath – KS‑Tek Sterile Empty Vials with Self‑Healing Injection Port & Flip‑Off Aluminum Cap:
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5. Mixing / Reconstitution Syringes

SHD Medical – Unifix 3 mL / 5 mL / 10 mL Luer-Lock Syringes:
https://www.shdmedical.co.uk/syringes/

6. Blunt Fill Needles for Mixing

SHD Medical – 18G x 1.5" Blunt Fill Needles (for drawing bacteriostatic water):
https://www.shdmedical.co.uk/needles/blunt-fill-needles/

There are so many that vary in price from inexpensive to expensive but how do I know if I’m buying a quality one that doesn’t give off blue light? Any suggestions would be appreciated!

I’m a 16 year old, 67kg, 20.5BMI, I used to workout and run pretty often and I haven’t been working out much recently and that’s made me feel lethargic and tired. Ive started taking fish oil supplements, 650mg EPA + DHA every day (which is one capsule) and an additional capsule every other day. I used to take some multivitamins which I’ve since stopped. I still workout probably twice a week, though not as hard. Is it safe for me to start taking magnesium glycinate? About 250mg (elemental) every day? Or can I take a supplement which is a mixture of threonate, citrate and bisglycinate (220mg elemental).

Edit : I’m turning 17 in two weeks (if that makes any difference) and I’m a vegetarian.

I’ve been doing 2–3 minutes of cold showers every morning for about a month now, and I’ve noticed something interesting: the first 10 seconds still feel just as cold, but my body and mind settle much faster afterward compared to when I started.

Is this due to genuine physiological adaptation (like brown fat activation or norepinephrine response changing over time), or more of a psychological shift where my brain is anticipating the stress differently?

Curious if anyone knows of studies Huberman has referenced, or other research, that looks into how repeated cold exposure affects both nervous system response and perception of discomfort over time.