Live Long and Well with Dr. Bobby
Let's explore how you can Live Long and Well with six evidence based pillars: exercise, good sleep, proper nutrition, mind-body activities, exposure to heat/cold, and social relationships. I am a physician scientist, Ironman Triathlete, and have a passion for helping others achieve their best self.
Episodes
Be honest—have you ever rescued a French fry from the floor? In this bite-size myth episode, I test the famous “5-second rule.” I walk through what actually transfers to your food (fast), when that matters, and why a little microbial exposure isn’t always the villain—while drawing a hard line for high-risk settings and situations.
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- The verdict meter: The 5-second rule is false—bacteria can ...
Summary: I unpack why medicine sometimes reverses course—and how you can tell sound evidence from shiny anecdotes—with physician-author Dr. Adam Cifu of the University of Chicago and co-author of Ending Medical Reversal
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I unpack what “ultra-processed” really means, why these foods are so easy to overeat, what the best evidence shows (including metabolic-ward studies), and how I personally navigate them without fear or perfectionism.
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Cancer is the second leading cause of death, and while it sparks fear for good reason, 40% of cases are preventable. In this episode, I outline six practical, evidence-based steps that can help reduce your risk.
We begin by understanding which cancers are most common based on gender—breast, colon, and lung in women; prostate, colon, and lung in men. While some rare cancers (like pancreatic or ovarian) evoke greater fea...
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Can a positive mindset truly improve your health—or even help you beat disease? In this episode, Dr. Bobby and guest Sean McDevitt explore the evidence behind optimism, visualization, and prayer to uncover what really works.
In today’s episode of Live Long and Well, Dr. Bobby is joined by fitness and life coach Sean McDevitt to explore whether positive thinking can influence health outcomes. They dive i...
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In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Bobby reflects on his wife's cancer diagnosis and shares eight powerful lessons for anyone navigating the uncertainty of a serious illness. With insights from Dr. Helen Eshed, a board-certified gynecologic oncologist and Gail’s treating physician, this conversation blends personal experience with expert guidance to help you feel more prepa...
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Can the type of food you eat influence how much you eat? In this episode, I explore how calorie density, texture, protein content, hydration, and even your perception of food can all affect fullness—and how understanding these levers can help you better ma...
Are you doing too much in the name of health?
Between supplements, saunas, organic food, and brain games, wellness can feel like a second full-time job. In this episode, I help you filter the noise and focus on what really matters—so you can live long and well without losing your joy in the process.
We break down:
- The true opportunity cost of wellness routines like cold plunges, meditation, and restrictive diet...
Organic food often sounds like a smarter, healthier choice—but is it really worth the extra cost? In this episode, we dig into the scientific evidence behind organic foods, pesticide risks, and whether you're buying better health or just paying for a better-sounding label.
We begin by breaking down the steep price differences between organic and conventional food. According to the USDA, Americans spend roughly $1 ...
Why are U.S. health care costs so high—and what does that mean for you and your family? In this episode, I dive into the real reasons behind America’s staggering health care bills.
We start with a story that hits close to home—a $189,000 outpatient cancer surgery bill followed by $12,000-a-month immunotherapy—and I unpack how even with Medicare coverage, the pricing dynamics can feel shocking. Using my experience as a ...
We often hear about heart disease prevention, but stroke—a condition nearly as common and often more disabling—gets far less attention. In this episode, Dr. Bobby is joined by cardiologist Dr. Anthony Pearson to uncover what science really says about stroke prevention, the distinct types of strokes, and what practical steps you can take today to lower your risk.
Together, they explore the two major types of stroke—isch...
Dr. Bobby examines how legitimate medical treatments often get overextended into unproven health claims—why it happens, why it matters, and how to spot it.
Building on last episode’s theme of health hype, this installment digs into examples where therapies with real medical uses (like vitamin C, B12, hyperbaric oxygen, and stem cell therapy) are being promoted far beyond what the evidence supports. Dr. Bobby unpacks th...
Dr. Bobby unpacks the surge of health hype—from red light therapy to NAD⁺ boosters—and empowers listeners to stay curious yet skeptical using science-backed tools and critical thinking.
Are claims like “boost your mitochondria” or “natural detox” real breakthroughs—or today’s version of snake oil? Dr. Bobby explores why health hype is everywhere, why we’re vulnerable to it, and how to sift compelling theories from prov...
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Six surprisingly simple actions mighty meaningfully improve your sleep, eating habits, and overall well-being—and how you can easily test them for yourself.
We begin with two sleep-related tips. First, try lowering your bedroom temperature to under 70°F. In a small controlled trial, participants who slept on a coo...
In this episode, I explore whether the famed Blue Zones offer genuine insights for longevity or if they’re more marketing myth than science, while highlighting what the evidence truly shows about living to 100.
We begin by considering how many people actually reach 100. Currently, just 0.03% of Americans are centenarians, though this is expected to quadruple by 2054, with women comprising about 78% of that group (Pew R...
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Dr. Bobby begins with a walk through his local deli, which sparked a deeper investigation into what actually goes into processed meats.
He outlines how processed meats are defined by the USDA as those altered through salting, curing, or smoking for preservation, dating back to Paleolithic food practices. The real concern, he explains, lies in compounds like nitrates (NO3) and nitrites (NO2), which...
What really helps prevent injuries—and what should you do when one inevitably strikes? In this episode, I use my friend Tim’s pickleball injury as a jumping-off point to explore what the evidence actually says about ice, rest, NSAIDs, stretching, and more.
When Tim skipped his warm-up and pulled a calf muscle, it raised a question many of us face: was it avoidable? While ancient wisdom and modern influencers often shou...
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We all want to live long and well—but how do we determine how many good years we have ahead?
In this episode of Live Long and Well with Dr. Bobby, we explore how to estimate both our total lifespan and the number of years we can expect to remain active and pain-free. Dr. Bobby reflects on personal experiences, emerging science, and time-tested frameworks to he...
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In this episode, I revisit the most powerful tool for longevity—exercise—and unpack fresh research that changes how we should think about its timing, type, and impact.
We begin with a quick recap of the foundational elements covered in Episode 2, emphasizing that aerobic activity can lower the risk of mortality...
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In this episode of Live Long and Well, I'm joined by Dr. Anthony Pearson, a board-certified cardiologist known for his evidence-based yet refreshingly skeptical take on mainstream cardiac care. Together, we explore the nuanced science behind heart health and how you can make smarter decisions to protect your cardiovascular system—starting today.
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