Revolution Health Radio

RHR: The Melatonin Problem

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris takes a nuanced look at melatonin and challenges the idea that because it is a naturally occurring hormone, it is automa

RHR: The Hidden Harms of Ultra-Processed Foods

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris takes a deep dive into the latest research on ultra-processed foods, their potential impact on health, what distinguishe

RHR: Can You Reverse Your Biological Age?

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser explores what biological age really means and examines the research behind today's most popular longevity claims

RHR: My Top 3 Ingredients for Joint Health, Mobility, and Cartilage Repair

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris breaks down the science behind joint pain, osteoarthritis, and cartilage degeneration while challenging one of the most

RHR: Why Microglia Are the Key to Brain Health, with Dr. David Perlmutter

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser sits down with renowned neurologist and bestselling author Dr. David Perlmutter to discuss the emerging science

RHR: Your Mouth is Talking To Your Brain—And You Should Be Listening

What if one of the most overlooked risk factors for cognitive decline isn’t in the brain—but in the mouth? In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser explo

RHR: Fibermaxxing: Why the Internet’s Hottest Gut Health Trend Gets It Half Right

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris takes a deep dive into the science of dietary fiber, fiber supplements, and microbiome health. He explains why the benef

RHR: Revisiting the Gut-Immune Axis

The gut-immune axis is one of the most important and most overlooked systems in human health. In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris explains how the gut micro

RHR: Beyond the Headlines: A Functional Medicine Approach to Microplastics

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris unpacks the latest science on microplastics. He explores groundbreaking studies linking microplastic accumulation to inc

RHR: The Sleep Optimization Trap: Are You Tracking Yourself Into Worse Sleep?

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser explores the growing phenomenon of orthosomnia, a condition driven by the obsessive pursuit of perfect sleep met

RHR: The GLP-1 Blind Spot: What Ozempic Won’t Do for Your Metabolic Health

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris explores the science behind GLP-1 medications, including their powerful effects on appetite, weight loss, and cardiometa

RHR: Shaking Up the Salt Myth

For decades, public health guidelines have warned that reducing sodium intake is essential for preventing high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. But a closer loo

RHR: Mouth Taping: Beyond the Hype—What the Science Really Says

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser explores the viral trend of mouth taping and explains why the reality is more complex than the hype. While nasal

RHR: Erythritol: The ‘Safe’ Sweetener That’s Anything But

Erythritol, a popular sweetener found in countless sugar-free and keto products, has long been considered a safe alternative to sugar. This episode of Revolution Health R

RHR: Preserving Cognitive Function As You Age, with Tommy Wood

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser is joined by neuroscientist and physician Dr. Tommy Wood to explore how cognitive function can be preserved—and

RHR: New Study Challenges the Plant-Based Longevity Myth

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris breaks down a new large-scale study challenging the popular belief that plant-based diets promote longevity. The finding

RHR: Beyond the Gut: The Microbiome’s Role in Sleep, Energy, and Longevity, with Dr. Zain Kassam

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris sits down with gastroenterologist and microbiome researcher Dr. Zain Kassam to explore the rapidly evolving science of t

RHR: The Gut-Brain Connection: How Your Microbiome Affects Your Mental Health

Depression and anxiety are often treated as chemical imbalances in the brain—but what if the real problem starts in the gut? In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, w

RHR: Vitamin D: Why a Personalized Approach Is Best

In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser explains why vitamin D supplementation should never be one-size-fits-all. Drawing on new research—including a gr

RHR: Cold Exposure: Why Sustained Beats Extreme

Cold plunges and ice baths dominate social media, but do they really deliver the best metabolic benefits? In this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris Kresser challe