Brain Fit with Robert Love

One of the biggest mistakes people make with supplements is assuming that what's printed on the label is what their body receives. I’ve spent a lot of time researching ways to protect the brain as we age, and sulforaphane keeps coming up for an interesting reason: it may activate NRF2, a pathway involved in the body’s cellular defense systems.

In this episode, I’m joined by David Roberts and Dr. John Gildea, co-founders of Mara Labs, to dive into the science behind sulforaphane, why it’s difficult to stabilize, and what consumers should actually look for when choosing a supplement.

We also get into a much bigger problem with supplements: having an ingredient on a label doesn’t necessarily mean you’re getting a biologically relevant dose or that the compound is reaching your cells. We discuss “fairy dust” formulations, bioavailability, third-party testing, and why sulforaphane and curcumin may work differently depending on how they're formulated.

Then we discuss brain aging, inflammation, bone density, microplastics, sleep, weight loss, and menopause. We also discuss the guests’ research and experiences developing stabilized sulforaphane and other formulations designed to improve delivery.

Podcast Sponsors:
- For the next week, Brain Fit loyal listeners can get an exclusive 25% off all Mara Labs products when you go to www.mara-labs.com/LOVE and use code LOVE at checkout. After this week, the code will return to the standard 15% off.

In this Episode:
- The story that led to Mara Labs and sulforaphane research
- Why sulforaphane is so difficult to stabilize in supplements
- The problem with sulforaphane supplements
- Sulforaphane, IL-6, inflammation and bone health
- Microplastics, environmental exposure and cellular cleanup
- Why sulforaphane may be more than an immediate cognitive boost
- Berberine, sleep and the surprising connection
- Supplements from Mara Labs
- Their menopause-focused formulation and the science behind its ingredients

Resources:
- First Evidence of Microplastic Mobilization in a Human Subject – A Self-Experiment - https://jonbrudvig.substack.com/p/first-evidence-of-microplastic-mobilization
- The Plastic Detox (a Netflix documentary) - https://www.netflix.com/ph-en/title/82074244
- Get Your Copy of the Microplastics Detox Protocol - email info@maralabs.com

Connect with David Roberts & Dr. John Gildea:
🌐Website - https://mara-labs.com/

Connect with Robert Love:
🌐Website - https://roarlionsmane.net/
📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/robertwblove/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/discover/robert-love-lions-mane
▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@RobertWBLove

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your medical treatment or care plan.

Breathing plays a pivotal role in shaping our daily lives in ways many of us don't fully realize. In this episode, I interview Dr. Jack Feldman, a leading expert in the science of breathing, to explore how something as simple as breathwork can have a profound impact on our health.

Dr. Feldman unpacks the physiological and psychological benefits of proper breathing techniques, explaining how they influence the nervous system, boost immunity, and enhance cognitive performance. We also discuss how modern lifestyle choices affect our breathing patterns and how we can reclaim control over this essential function.

Whether you're looking to improve mental clarity, reduce anxiety, or optimize your physical health, you should not underestimate the power of breath. Tune in to hear Dr. Feldman’s insights and discover practical tools you can start using today to breathe your way to better health. And enjoy the life-changing benefits of breathing!

Podcast Sponsors:
-Brain Power Clinics: www.BrainPowerClinics.com - https://brainpowerclinics.com/
-Dr. Love's Magnesium - Magnesleep: https://mybodysolved.com/cmd/?ad=187&from=podcast
-Roar Lion's Mane: https://roarlionsmane.net/

“We've known for thousands of years, based on meditative practice in Asian cultures, that a change in breathing pattern has a positive effect on emotion and cognition.”
~ Dr. Jack Feldman
In this Episode:
- RÜFÜS DU SOL's breathwork practice
- Dr. Feldman's insights on magnesium and cognitive function
- How breathing is tied to life itself and its influence on immune function
- The connection between breathwork and emotion
- The evolution of breathwork and its historical significance in health and wellness
- Breathwork practices for improving the immune system and overall health
- Practical breathing technique to improve sleep quality
- The number one thing that damages your lungs
Resources:
-RÜFÜS DU SOL: INHALE/EXHALE (Breathwork Science with Jack Feldman) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3rmTpkR4Rtc
Connect with Dr. Jack Feldman:
🌐Website - https://bioscience.ucla.edu/people/jack-feldman/
📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jacklfeldman
Connect with Robert Love:
🌐Website - https://roarlionsmane.net/
📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/robertwblove/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/discover/robert-love-lions-mane
▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@RobertWBLove
Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your medical treatment or care plan.

Medical education is changing, but not in a good way. What happens when future doctors are trained to follow protocols instead of thinking critically? What if the most important things doctors should learn are the very things being removed from the medical curriculum?

In this episode, I interview Harvard-trained physician Dr. Josh Helman to share what he recently saw firsthand at medical school reunions and why it deeply concerns him. We talk about the gradual removal of hands-on anatomy training, the erosion of deep biochemistry education, and how rushed programs are producing physicians who lack the depth needed to solve complex health problems.

We also explore how standard-of-care medicine, insurance pressures, and pharmaceutical funding shape clinical decisions and why lifestyle, nutrition, and prevention are often ignored despite overwhelming evidence. This conversation challenges the assumption that newer medical training is automatically better and explains why experience, curiosity, and continuous learning matter more than ever.

If you want to understand how medicine really works and how to advocate for better care, listen to this episode.

Podcast Sponsors:
- Brain Power Clinics: www.BrainPowerClinics.com - https://brainpowerclinics.com/
- Creatine - https://roarlionsmane.net/creatine - Use Code LOVEPODCAST for free shipping
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“Neurologists are experts at coming up with neurologic diagnoses... Unfortunately, up until now, they have not embraced the concept that there's hope for Alzheimer's and other neurological conditions. And they have not embraced lifestyle medicine as a potential solution to some of the problems.”
~ Dr. Josh Helman

In this Episode:
- What Dr. Helman saw at Harvard that raised serious concerns
- The problem with rushed medical training programs
- Why specialization without breadth and depth harms patients
- The importance of bedside manner in patient care
- How the standard of care limits innovation in medicine
- Why the standard of care for Alzheimer’s patients is concerning
- Why lifestyle medicine is ignored despite strong evidence
- Pharmaceutical funding and bias in medical education
- Simple tips to prevent or arrest Alzheimer’s
- Recommended supplements to improve brain health

Connect with Dr. Josh Helman:
🌐Website - https://drjosh.com/
▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@GreenbrainsMD/videos
Clinic - https://brainpowerclinics.com/

Connect with Robert Love:
🌐Website - https://roarlionsmane.net/
📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/robertwblove/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/discover/robert-love-lions-mane
▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@RobertWBLove

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your medical treatment or care plan.

Exercise has long been associated with injury and burnout because most people think it is all about reps, calories, or checking a box. But what if that mindset is limiting your brain, your nervous system, and your longevity?

In this episode, I interview movement teacher and practitioner Ido Portal to challenge everything we’ve been taught about exercise. We explore why movement complexity, not workouts, is better for brain health, injury prevention, and healthy aging. Ido explains how the nervous system evolved for complex movement, why repetitive exercise causes injury and burnout, and how learning new movement patterns can rewire the brain.

We also dive into practical examples like rock climbing, dance, racket sports, and playful movement, and why these outperform traditional workouts for cognitive resilience.

This conversation completely reframed how I think about training the brain through the body. If you want to move better, think sharper, and age with strength and resilience, the episode is a must-listen.

Podcast Sponsors:
-NMN with TMG and B-Vitamins - https://robertlovestore.com/products/nmn - Use Code LOVEPODCAST for free shipping
-Brain Power Clinics: www.BrainPowerClinics.com - https://brainpowerclinics.com/
-Creatine - https://roarlionsmane.net/creatine - Use Code LOVEPODCAST for free shipping

“Human beings are the most complex and intelligent movers of all. We have the most diversity and freedom. We can mimic other animals. We can engage with a huge diversity of movement patterns. This is the core of being human, as a mover, and this is the core of why the brain is there to begin with.”
~ Ido Portal

In this Episode:
- The biggest exercise mistakes people are making
- How the brain evolved for complex movement
- Walking, gait, and nervous system development
- Strength training vs. movement complexity
- Dance, rhythm, and cognitive engagement
- Racket sports, strategy, and social movement
- Dual-task movement and brain stimulation
- How complex movement and proprioceptive awareness reduce injuries
- How to start practicing movement complexity for joint health

Mentioned in this episode:
-Reversing Alzheimer's by Dr. Heather Sandison - https://reversingalzheimersbook.com/

Connect with Ido Portal:
🌐Website - https://www.idoportal.com/
📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/portal.ido/
▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/portaldo

Connect with Robert Love:
🌐Website - https://roarlionsmane.net/
📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/robertwblove/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/discover/robert-love-lions-mane
▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@RobertWBLove

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your medical treatment or care plan.

What if one of the most powerful immune and brain health tools isn’t a supplement at all and almost everyone is missing it? In this episode, I interview Dr. Roger Seheult, a quadruple board-certified medical doctor and immune system expert, to discuss why issues with immune health, brain resilience, and even heart disease spike during cold and flu season. We explore how light exposure, body temperature, and daily habits shape immune response in ways most people never consider.

Dr. Seheult breaks down the science behind sunlight, infrared light, and mitochondrial health, and why modern indoor lifestyles might be increasing vulnerability to illness and chronic disease. We also discuss practical strategies like sauna use and environmental changes to support interferon response and recovery.

If you’re serious about protecting your brain, strengthening immunity, and making sense of the research behind seasonal illness, this conversation will change how you think about health. Listen in and start applying these insights today.

Podcast Sponsors:
-NeuroPlus Brain and Focus Formula - https://drlovelionsmane.com/neuro-plus-official
-Dr. Love's Magnesium - Magnesleep: https://mybodysolved.com/cmd/?ad=187&from=podcast
-Brain Power Clinics: www.BrainPowerClinics.com - https://brainpowerclinics.com/
-Roar Lion's Mane: https://roarlionsmane.net/

“Think of the sun as your cheapest, your easiest, and your best supply chain independent source of all of your infrared light needs.”
~ Dr. Roger Seheult, MD

In this Episode:
- Why people are more susceptible to getting sick during cold seasons
- Sunlight and mortality rate connection
- How light exposure affects immunity
- Sauna and heat exposure therapy protocol
- Interferon and your body’s first immune defense
- Steam inhalation to address congestion
- Effect of LED bulbs in the work environment
- Supplements to boost the immune system

Resources:
-Longer wavelengths in sunlight pass through the human body and have a systemic impact which improves vision - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40628952/
-Light stimulation of mitochondria reduces blood glucose levels - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38378043/

Connect with Dr. Roger Seheult, MD:
🌐Website - https://www.medcram.com/
📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/medcram/#
▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG-iSMVtWbbwDDXgXXypARQ

Connect with Robert Love:
🌐Website - https://roarlionsmane.net/
📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/robertwblove/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/discover/robert-love-lions-mane
▶️YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@RobertWBLove

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your medical treatment or care plan.