In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss interoception, the brain&#x2019;s ability to sense and interpret signals from the body, which shapes our sense of self and underlies vital functions like <a href="https://www.hubermanlab.com/topics/focus-and-concentration">focus</a>, <a href="https://www.hubermanlab.com/topics/sleep-hygiene">sleep</a>, healing and <a href="https://www.hubermanlab.com/topics/emotional-intelligence-and-relationships">emotions</a>.
I explain how the body communicates different types of information to the brain, influencing processes like <a href="https://www.hubermanlab.com/topics/general-health#general-health---gut-biome-and-digestive-health">digestion</a>, heart rate and <a href="https://www.hubermanlab.com/topics/general-health#general-health---immune-health-and-autoimmune-disorders">immune function</a>.
I also describe practical tools such as <a href="https://www.hubermanlab.com/topics/nsdr-meditation-and-breathwork">breathwork</a> to regulate alertness, strategies to support <a href="https://www.hubermanlab.com/topics/general-health#general-health---gut-biome-and-digestive-health">gut health</a> and reduce sugar cravings, and awareness practices to enhance interoception. By understanding and applying these tools, you can strengthen the brain-body connection to improve mood, overall health and performance.
Read the episode show notes at <a href="https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-improving-health-with-stronger-brain-body-connection">hubermanlab.com</a>.
<a href="https://www.hubermanlab.com/essentials">Huberman Lab Essentials</a> are short episodes focused on essential science and protocol takeaways from past full-length Huberman Lab episodes. Watch or listen to the full-length episode at <a href="https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/how-to-optimize-your-brain-body-function-and-health">hubermanlab.com</a>.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Sense of Self, Interoception 
00:01:25 Brain & Body Communication, Vagus Nerve, Mechanical & Chemical Information
00:04:43 Lungs & Diaphragm, Tool: Breathwork for Alert or Calm
00:09:47 Sponsors: AG1 & Eight Sleep
00:13:14 Brain & Gut Communication, Tool: Reduce Sugar Cravings
00:18:27 Brain, Gut Chemistry, Inflammation & Gut Microbiome, Tool: Fermented Foods
00:22:20 Sponsor: LMNT
00:23:52 Vomiting, Brain; Tool: Reduce Nausea
00:28:52 Fever, Brain Chemistry, Tool: Cooling Body
00:33:20 Vagus Nerve, Emotions, Mood, Tool: Heart Awareness
00:39:29 Recap & Key Takeaways
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