In what ways does human genetics shape our biological features and overall wellness?

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How exactly does our behavior and environment modify our DNA, and how does that affect our body and health?

Answer 1

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Thank you for your interest in science!   -- Andrew

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My paternal grandfather was a recovery diver for the Navy and later the Texas Department of Public Safety. He and my grandmother had six children so people often asked him if they were catholic. His answer was “no, we are just sexy baptists.”

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lol can you cover the topic synaptic prunning? I kinda want to know how that works.

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Loved it

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I am an uneducated, stupid and unemployable man, I never ever will get admission in Stanford University, but still I can hear Stanford professor lecture.

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And there's a BIG difference between uneducated and not smart.
You already know you're smart or you wouldn't be attracted to content like this in the first place! ☕

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We never stop learning - and are being educated as long as we have both humility and curiosity. As opposed to rigidity and ego.

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’t speak that into existence, kidding or not.

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The word is: FORMALLY educated. Not UNDER.

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more like half assed educated

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Great self awareness brother! Keep learning

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People who say they're stupid and aren't expressing frustration with themselves are usually the smart ones.

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Man, don’t call yourself stupid please.
You may be “uneducated” but if you’re reading this type of content - you’re far from stupid.
Wishing you all the best.

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Samesies!!!
I thank Huberman a bit more than tho. I believe they were hiding his content up until recently.

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point.

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agreed. Two things society is lacking, imo. Common sense we could use more of as well!

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You're stupid because you claim to and choose to be

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lol screw stanford and every one of those elitist institutions

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The institutions have nothing to do with the quality of the teachers. I'd be lucky to meet Andrew Huberman ANYWHERE.

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WAIT A MINUTE!! Does not listen to this. Scratch "stupid" already!!

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fer shur!!

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​@@ShortMonster420
But still 'stupid'...his own words.

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 Yes! Common sense comes from the ability to learn from mistakes and grow.  Funny how some haven't - and continue causing mehem or worse...despite a university education (e.g. politicians!)

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I think you are smart for making the smart decision to listen to Dr Huberman. Such acquired intelligence is yours and no one can take that away. Congratulations

Answer 3

Prof. Huberman's content always make me feel calmer and more grounded as a human being. Thank you for continuously sharing great knowledge with us

Answer 4

What a time to be alive!!!! Despite all the intentional divide … we all are amazing species and Dr Huberman educates us how… and for that we are grateful!!!

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Very well said, I totally agree!!

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I am Korean and live in Korea. I've always wanted to thank you Dr Huberman for your wonderful podcasts. And the research on Korean women divers really excited me! These women started to dive to feed their families and they just look like your average Korean grandma on the outside to me!
Thank you Dr Melissa llardo!

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I remember learning about epigenetics in my undergrad and was so intrigued. So happy you have a guest discussing this topic!

Answer 7

Another phenomenal interview! Thank you for such amazing insight, we are students of Life!

Answer 8

I normally listen to the podcasts in couple of sits but this one was so interesting that I couldn’t put it down. Please bring more experts working on genetics. Thank you.

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Mondays are literally the best. New huberman and new DOAC. Couldn't ask for more

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DOAC?? I feel dumb enough reading the good doctor’s content and then the acronym!!!

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What does DOAC stand for?

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Diary of a CEO, incredible podcast. This weeks episode with Simon Sinek is super thought provoking

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this type of content hits different after reading the book 22 dark truths… feels like seeing behind the curtain

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Reading your comment about the book 22 dark truths, with 222 likes, hits different

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OH MY GOD ANOTHER EPISODE! just when i thought we covered everything, i love u dr. huberman

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Looking forward to hearing this one later today! Huberman, it's been a while that you don't do a solo episode. They were great to introduce us to new topics and discussions. Thank you for everything!

Answer 13

Ooh, I can’t wait to read this. Genetics at school made me fall in love with biology.

Answer 14

Thank you Dr. Huberman, team, sponsors and supporters. THANK YOU DR. MELISSA ILARDO.

Answer 15

My grandpa was this type of fisherman but from a smaller town and not the same area. He was able to hold his breath deep underwater and hunt. My grandpa was so amazing.

Answer 16

Summarize this content in any length & ask chat Q&A w/ The Dive AI

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these markers are AWESOME

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Thank You!

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these are awesome, be blessed

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Thankyou

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based use of AI

Answer 17

Another amazing function of the spleen is that the blood that is being released fill alveoli in the lung to prevent them from collapsing at depth more than 40 meters. That's why many freedivers get stuck at this level until that reflex is trained property.

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i love being able to check the articles in show note captions! thank you for the content and ability to read further!

Answer 19

I am catching up, from years ago to hours ago!! Thanks doc…for everything!!

Answer 20

Reflexology and Acupuncture support the idea that what is happening internally is corresponding to external manifestations. The feet especially are interesting since the divers you discussed have smooth and unblemished feet, which would indicate optimal health. I learned recently that the horizontal line on the torso that follows the nipples is completely mimicked by a horizontal line across the knees. Just thinking out loud—the body is fascinating and I enjoy reading these discussions:)