Using Salt to Optimize Mental Physical Performance Huberman Lab Podcast 63

I discuss the role of salt sodium in the nervous system and the key role that it plays in mental performance physical performance and health I explain how the brain senses salt levels in our body and how that relates to our feelings of thirst I cover the physiology of the renal system and the hormones that control sodium and water balance in our body I also explore how salt interacts with stress and our immune systems and its crucial role in neuron function Additionally I examine research findings suggesting that some individuals might benefit from increased intake of sodium and other electrolytes magnesium and potassium to enhance mental performance lessen anxiety and offset dizziness Yet other people may need less sodium I discuss how you can determine your optimal sodium intake and why sodium intake levels need to be uniquely tailored to an individual s lifestyle Finally I explain how salt creates hidden sugars in many processed foods and the problems that can create Throughout the episode I explain peer-reviewed findings outlining salt s essential role in overall health and describe general recommendations and tools anyone can use to find their optimal salt balance and thereby enhance their brain and body s performance HubermanLab Hydration Salt Thank you to our sponsors AG1 Athletic Greens a https 3A 2F 2Fathleticgreens com 2Fhuberman a LMNT a https 3A 2F 2Fdrinklmnt com 2Fhuberman a InsideTracker a https 3A 2F 2Finsidetracker com 2Fhuberman a See Andrew Huberman Live The Brain Body Contract Tuesday May 17th Seattle WA Wednesday May 18th Portland OR a https 3A 2F 2Fhubermanlab com 2Ftour a Our Patreon page a https 3A 2F 2Fwww patreon com 2Fandrewhuberman a Supplements from Thorne a https 3A 2F 2Fwww thorne com 2Fu 2Fhuberman a Social Website Instagram - a https 3A 2F 2Fwww instagram com 2Fhubermanlab a Twitter - a https 3A 2F 2Ftwitter com 2Fhubermanlab a Facebook - a https 3A 2F 2Fwww facebook com 2Fhubermanlab a TikTok - a https 3A 2F 2Fwww tiktok com 2F 40hubermanlab a Website - a https 3A 2F 2Fhubermanlab com a Newsletter - a https 3A 2F 2Fhubermanlab com a neural-network Article Links The preference for sugar over sweetener depends on a gut sensor cell a https 3A 2F 2Fgo nature com 2F33X9zuA a Urinary Sodium and Potassium Excretion and Risk of Cardiovascular Events a https 3A 2F 2Fbit ly 2F3MOJEGW a Dietary sodium and health How much is too much for those with orthostatic disorders a https 3A 2F 2Fbit ly 2F3tSP7UO a Increased salt consumption induces body water conservation and decreases fluid intake a https 3A 2F 2Fbit ly 2F35PCPVg a Book Links The Salt Fix Why the Experts Got It All Wrong--and How Eating More Might Save Your Life a https 3A 2F 2Famzn to 2F3CD1KHi a Timestamps 00 00 00 Role of Salt 00 02 18 The Brain-Body Contract 00 02 57 Neuropod Cells Artificial Sweeteners Hidden Cravings 00 10 57 AG1 Athletic Greens LMNT InsideTracker 00 15 06 Salt Regulation 00 17 13 How the Brain Senses Salt 00 24 15 Salt Thirst 00 29 27 Blood Pressure Thirst 00 33 47 Kidneys Urine Regulation 00 39 08 Vasopressin Roles in Libido Urination 00 45 46 How Much Salt Do You Need 00 56 45 Should You Increase Your Salt Intake 01 02 19 Tools Determining Your Individual Salt Intake 01 14 02 Iodine Sea Salt 01 17 13 Salt Roles in Stress Anxiety 01 24 20 Other Electrolytes Magnesium Potassium 01 27 57 Tools Effects of Low-carbohydrate Diets Caffeine 01 32 28 General Recommendations for Salt Intake 01 36 34 Perception of Salt Sugar Taste Processed Foods 01 47 13 Role of Sodium in Neuronal Function Action Potentials 01 53 13 Dehydration 01 55 36 What Salt Intake is Best for You 02 00 58 Zero-Cost Support YouTube Feedback Spotify Apple Reviews Sponsors Patreon Thorne Instagram Twitter Neural Network Newsletter Please note that The Huberman Lab Podcast is distinct from Dr Huberman's teaching and research roles at Stanford University School of Medicine The information provided in this show is not medical advice nor should it be taken or applied as a replacement for medical advice The Huberman Lab Podcast its employees guests and affiliates assume no liability for the application of the information discussed Title Card Photo Credit Mike Blabac - a https 3A 2F 2Fwww blabacphoto com a

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