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The Habit Healers
Welcome to The Habit Healers Podcast—where transformation starts with a single habit. Hosted by Dr. Laurie Marbas, this podcast is for anyone ready to break free from chronic health struggles, rewire their habits, and create lasting healing. Through powerful stories, science-backed strategies, and real-world tools, we dive deep into the micro shifts that lead to massive health transformations. You’ll learn how to heal beyond prescriptions—how to nourish your body, reprogram your mind, and build…
Episodes
The Habit HealersWhy I Couldn’t Lift My Arms—And What It Taught Me About Thyroid Disease
In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Laurie Marbas shares how two “frozen” shoulders became the unlikely clue to a thyroid story decades in the making. After…
The Habit HealersTransforming Fresh Produce into Healing Meals
In this episode, Dr. Marbas delve into the concept of culinary healing, a unique blend of art and science aimed at promoting health through food. Chef Martin…
The Habit HealersPop! Why Big Goals Blow Up the Fastest
In 1986, Cleveland tried to make history by releasing 1.5 million balloons into the sky. It was supposed to be breathtaking—a symbol of pride and possibility…
The Habit HealersIntuitive Cooking Results!
Thank you to everyone who tuned into my live video! Join me for my next live video in the app. This was such a joy! We just received our first Farm Fresh to…
The Habit HealersCulinary Healing and Intuitive Cooking Experiment with Chef Martin
Thank you Marg KJ, Andrea Stark Ratner, Afsi, Paul Cobbin, Heather, and many others for tuning into my live video with Chef Martin Oswald! Join me for my next…
The Habit HealersHow a Smoothie Explosion Taught Me the Secret to Lasting Habits
I didn’t expect a life lesson from my blender—but my Vitamix had other plans. What started as an innocent smoothie experiment turned into a full-blown…
The Habit HealersLearn about stress free and intuitive cooking with Chef Martin!
Thank you Jodi Studnicka, Martha Leinroth, Loretta Rowe, and many others for tuning into my live video with Chef Martin Oswald! Join me for my next live video…
The Habit HealersFrom Plate to Plaque Do You Know the Journey Fat Takes
If I told you your blood could look like a strawberry milkshake, you might not believe me—but I’ve seen it. In this episode, I take you inside the journey your…
The Habit HealersExercising vs. Training: Which One Actually Changes You?
In this episode, we explore the difference between exercising and training, emphasizing the importance of sending clear signals to your body for optimal…
The Habit HealersUnraveling Inflammation: Dr. Christina Miller's Journey from Autoimmune Struggles to Healing
In this episode, I welcome back Dr. Christina Miller for our monthly collaboration. Dr. Miller is a multi-specialty physician trained in internal medicine…
The Habit HealersInside Your Engine: What Really Happens When You Exercise
In this first episode of our three-part series, “Exercise vs. Training,” we explore the intricate workings of our muscles and the energy systems that power…
The Habit HealersWhat annual labs should you consider and why?
Just a quick list of potential labs to get on an annual basis and why. Looking to put this in an article. Please let me know if that sounds interesting to you…
The Habit HealersThe Hidden Dangers of AI Therapy: A Conversation with Dr. Judson Brewer
In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming back Dr. Judson Brewer, a renowned psychiatrist and neuroscientist, to discuss his recent article, “The Hidden…
The Habit HealersThe First Habit I Prescribe as a Doctor
Here is the link to the article if you would like to read about The First Habit I Prescribe as a Doctor. Get full access to The Habit Healers at…
The Habit HealersLet’s talk about the 5 habits to decrease your inflammation today, with Dr. Chris Miller
Thank you Afsi, MJ Rutledge, Ann Schuler, Denise Tarasuk, Michele Coolidge, and many others for tuning into my live video with Chris Miller MD! Dr. Chris…
The Habit HealersFrom Austria to Aspen: Chef Martin Oswald's Culinary Journey
Welcome back to the podcast! Today, I had the pleasure of hosting my dear friend, Chef Martin Oswald. We had an enriching conversation about his fascinating…
The Habit HealersExciting updates!
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The Habit HealersDiabetes Isn’t One Disease: Which House Do You Live In?
When I talk to patients about diabetes, I often tell them to picture their body as a house with a smart thermostat. When that thermostat works, everything runs…
The Habit HealersIf Your Habits Could Speak for You at a Doctor’s Visit, What Would They Say?
In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most overlooked causes of disease — chronic inflammation. It’s the silent fire that fuels heart disease, diabetes…
The Habit HealersThe Hidden Fire in Your Body, and the Foods That Extinguish It
In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most overlooked causes of disease — chronic inflammation. It’s the silent fire that fuels heart disease, diabetes…
The Habit HealersAre You Taking More Pills Than You Need and Suffering from the Side Effects?
Are You Taking More Pills Than You Need? Every year, 125,000 Americans die from medication side effects or dangerous drug interactions—often without realizing…
The Habit HealersA is For Appetite Hormones
Ever feel “starving” an hour after eating? Or find yourself staring into the fridge even though you just had dinner? I’ve been there—and it’s not about…
The Habit HealersHow Can a Few Steps Tell You More Than a Full Checkup?
In this episode, I dive into the fascinating concept of gait speed as an often-overlooked vital sign for assessing health, especially in older adults. I share…
The Habit HealersThe A to Z of Diabetes: Why This Series Matters
In this episode, I’m excited to introduce my new series, The A to Z of Diabetes, created to demystify diabetes—especially type 2 diabetes. I know how…
The Habit HealersWhat Really Happens to Food When You Eat It? Your Complete Nutrition Roadmap
In this episode, I dive deep into the fascinating journey of food through our digestive system, exploring what really happens from the moment I take a bite…
The Habit HealersMeet My Son Gabe. He’s on a Mission to Revolutionize Tempeh.
A few months ago, my son Gabe boarded a flight to Indonesia. He wasn’t going to start a business. He wasn’t chasing a product idea or career opportunity. He…
The Habit HealersHow Long Does It Really Take to Change a Habit? Debunking Myths with Dr. Jud Brewer
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jud Brewer to tackle one of the questions I get asked all the time: how long does it really take to change a habit? We…
The Habit HealersMenopausal Belly Fat: Why It Happens and How to Beat It
In this episode, I dive into the frustrating topic of menopause-related belly fat. I talk about how the drop in estrogen during menopause changes the way our…
The Habit HealersWhy You Can’t Relax (Even When You Want To)
In this episode, I dive into why it’s so hard for us humans to truly relax—even when we want to. To explain, I compare us to zebras. A zebra can face a…
The Habit HealersIs Your Brain Running on Empty?
In this episode, I reveal how creatine isn’t just for building muscle—it’s a game-changer for brain health, mood, and healthy aging. Think of your brain like a…
The Habit HealersThe Hidden Health Threat Worse Than Weight Gain (and How to Stop It)
In this episode, I uncover the hidden health threat of sarcopenia—the gradual loss of muscle strength as we age. I’ll start with a quick, simple exercise you…
The Habit HealersBeyond BMI: Why Your Health Is More Than a Number
BMI is broken—and I learned that first-hand. In this episode, I share the Air Force story that changed my view on Body Mass Index (BMI) and explain why a…
The Habit HealersMenopause Body-Snatched Me. So I Fought Back.
In this episode, I share the transformative journey of navigating menopause—and the effects on my body I never saw coming. Shortly after setting a personal…
The Habit HealersWobble-Proof: Train the Skill That Prevents the Fall
Today we’re nerding out on your body’s built-in GPS: **proprioception**—and how it teams up with your balance system to keep you upright and injury-free. We’ll…
The Habit HealersThe Most Overlooked Number in Your Blood Test (and Why It Matters More Than You Think)
In this episode, I walk you through one of the most overlooked numbers on your bloodwork — something almost nobody talks about: ApoB. Think of it like this……
The Habit HealersWhy I wrote the article Diabetes Isn’t One Disease
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The Habit HealersThe Hidden Fire in Your Body, and the Foods That Extinguish It
In this episode, we dive into a topic most people completely overlook — inflammation — and why it acts like a slow-burning fire inside your body. To make it…
The Habit HealersLet’s test this again...oh and the bee at the end...
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The Habit HealersThe Habit of Anxiety
Welcome to the Habit Healers Podcast with Dr. Laurie Marbas! In this episode, Dr. Laurie sits down with world-renowned psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Jud…
The Habit HealersLive with Laurie Marbas, MD, MBA
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The Habit HealersThe 3-Gear Habit System That Keeps You Going—Even on Bad Days
In this episode, I dive into the "3-gear habit system" that helps maintain consistency even on tough days. I share a personal story about my first car, a…
The Habit HealersShould You Stop Taking Statins? The Conversation That Could Save Your Life
In this episode, I tackle the critical question: Should you stop taking statins? With heart attacks occurring every 40 seconds in the U.S., many victims have…
The Habit HealersBJ Fogg, PhD | Tiny Habits, Big Identity Shifts
In this transformative episode of The Habit Healers Podcast, host Dr. Laurie Marbas welcomes one of the most influential voices in behavior science: Dr. BJ…
The Habit HealersAnne Maillette | Reversing Pre-Diabetes with Healing Habits
In this episode of The Habit Healers Podcast, Dr. Laurie Marbas sits down with Anne Maillette, who shares how she went from chronic stress, weight struggles…
The Habit HealersElizabeth Kill | Navigating Type 1 Diabetes: A Mother's Journey
Elizabeth Kill is a dedicated author, advocate for type 1 diabetes, and former president of Auld Technologies, LLC. Her leadership in the consumer product…
The Habit HealersTonyah Dee | From Anxiety to Alignment: Healing Through Meditation, Music, and the Soul’s Wisdom
Tonyah Dee, is a teacher for times such as these, dedicated to serving those on the path to awakening their fullest potential. She is a registered dietitian…
The Habit HealersAnastasia Lindsay | The Quiet Strength Within - Healing Through Poetry
Anastasia Lindsey is an award-winning, best-selling author and poet whose work ignites passion, transformation, healing, and raw emotion. With two published…
The Habit HealersDr. Steven Lome | From Near-Death Wake-Up Call to Life-Saving Cardiology
What happens when a cardiologist ignores his own health, only to have an aha moment that changes everything? Dr. Steven Lome shares his powerful transformation…
The Habit HealersChef AJ | Laughter, Resilience, and Healing Through Plant-Based Living
In this deeply personal and inspiring episode of The Habit Healers Podcast, Dr. Laurie Marbas sits down with Chef AJ—plant-based advocate, culinary expert, and…
The Habit HealersCarrie Barrett | From Resistance to Resilience
In this episode of The Habit Healers Podcast, Dr. Marbas sits down with Carrie Barrett, a former radio host turned endurance athlete, triathlon coach, and…
The Habit HealersDr. Chris Miller | A Lupus Healing Journey
Dr. Chris Miller was living her dream—working as an ER doctor, skiing in Aspen, and enjoying life to the fullest. But when a mysterious swelling in her fingers…
The Habit HealersWelcome to The Habit Healers Podcast | From Doctor to Healer
Welcome to the first episode of The Habit Healers Podcast! In this episode, I take you on my personal journey - from dreaming of becoming a doctor to realizing…