Dr. Rhonda Patrick is a renowned scientist, researcher, and the founder of FoundMyFitness. We talk about groundbreaking discoveries related to exercise and brain health, the pervasive danger of microplastics, and practical strategies for enhancing longevity in our contemporary world. READ MORE👉🏾 https://bit.ly/richroll885 ✌🏼🌱 - Rich This Episode Is Brought To You By… Bon Charge Save 15% on my favorite wellness products 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/boncharge2025 Squarespace Use code RichRoll to save 10% off 👉🏾https://bit.ly/squarespace2025 Seed Use code RICHROLL25 to get 25% off your first month 👉🏾https://bit.ly/seedxrrp2025 Birch Get 27% off sitewide + 2 free eco-rest pillows 👉🏾https://bit.ly/birchliving Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/rrpsponsors LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/rrpitunes Spotify: http://bit.ly/rrpspotify Google: http://bit.ly/rrpgooglepods Meal Planner: http://meals.richroll.com Voicing Change Book: http://richroll.com/vc Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RichRollPodcastClips Newsletter: http://bit.ly/rollcallemail CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:59 Types of Fitness 00:05:25 Vigorous Intensity Exercise 00:09:18 Cardiorespiratory Fitness 00:12:25 Brain Health and Exercise 00:14:15 Improving VO2 Max 00:15:17 Exercise and Heart Health 00:16:38 Neuroplasticity and Mental Health 00:18:19 Exercise and Mental Health 00:20:59 Exercise and Neurodegenerative Diseases 00:21:51 Lactate and Traumatic Brain Injury 00:24:00 Lactate, Glucose and Brain Health 00:26:19 Potential for Exogenous Lactate 00:30:07 Exercise Protocol and Aging Hearts 00:31:20 Impact of Vigorous Exercise on Cardiovascular Health 00:34:34 Exercise and Mitochondrial Density 00:35:31 High Intensity Exercise and Mitochondrial Function 00:37:04 Sponsor Segment: Bonn Charge 00:37:37 Sponsor Segment: Squarespace 00:38:33 Metabolic Health Aspects of Exercise 00:41:09 Exercise and Glucose Regulation 00:43:52 Exercise and Glucose Regulation Improvement 00:44:40 Understanding Glucose Regulation 00:45:54 Exercise and Insulin Sensitivity 00:55:53 Exercise and Depression 00:57:50 Exercise, Diet, and Cholesterol 00:58:51 Exercise and Cancer Prevention 01:00:28 Cancer and Exercise 01:09:38 Sponsor Segment: Seed Gut Health 01:12:01 Exercise and Neurodegenerative Disease 01:14:01 Personal Journey in Strength Training 01:17:47 High Intensity Exercise Protocols 01:18:07 How to Train According to the Experts 01:22:11 CrossFit Type of Training 01:23:51 Importance of Enjoying Your Exercise Routine 01:25:56 Understanding Microplastics 01:28:19 Microplastics and Human Health 01:42:28 Inhaling Microplastics 01:46:15 Microplastics and Autism 01:47:19 BPA and Health Risks 01:49:51 BPA and Cancer Risk 01:50:19 Microplastics and Health 01:52:42 Avoiding Microplastics 01:53:17 Avoiding Worst Offenders of Microplastics 01:56:33 Plastic Types and Health Risks 01:59:29 Microplastics in Food and Cooking 02:02:01 Microplastics in Air 02:04:26 Salt and Microplastics 02:05:22 Microplastics in Receipts 02:08:04 Regulatory Landscape of Microplastics 02:11:28 Microplastics in Cosmetics and Hygiene Products 02:14:29 Forever Chemicals in Milk and Dairy Products 02:18:04 Microplastics in Food and Drink 02:18:35 Microplastics and FDA Regulation 02:19:17 Labeling and Awareness of Microplastics 02:20:36 Testing for Microplastics Exposure 02:21:35 Microplastics and Detoxification 02:24:05 Microplastics and Cardiac Health 02:25:06 Preventing Microplastics Absorption with Dietary Fiber 02:27:05 Microplastics and Health 02:38:20 Avoiding Microplastics and Maintaining Health 02:39:33 Resources and Consumer Awareness on Microplastics 02:42:07 Future Research Interests CONNECT WITH RICH ✩ Website - http://richroll.com​ ✩ Rich Roll Podcast - https://richroll.com/all-episodes/ ✩ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/richroll/ ✩ Twitter - https://twitter.com/richroll ✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/richrollfans ✩ Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/14443?oq=rich ✩ Memoir: Finding Ultra - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/finding-ultra/ ✩ Meals - http://meals.richroll.com​ ✩ Cook - The Plantpower Way - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-signed/ ✩ Italian! - The Plantpower Way: Italia - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-italia-signed/ ✩ Support - https://www.patreon.com/richroll FILMED AND EDITED BY DAN DRAKE https://www.dandrake333.com/ * * * * * NEW TO RICH? Hi I'm Rich Roll. I'm a vegan ultra-endurance athlete, author, podcaster, public speaker & wellness evangelist. But mainly I'm a dad of four. If you want to know more, visit my website or check out these two the NY Times articles: http://bit.ly/otillonyt http://bit.ly/vegansglam I LOVE MAIL! SEND IT HERE: 2630 Conejo Spectrum St. Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 #richroll #richrollpodcast