Episodes 23
Avg. Duration 1h 1m
Activity Sporadic
Since Sep 2024
Latest Episode Oct 2025

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About This Podcast

Hi! I am David Rönnlid, a med student from Uppsala, Sweden. I am exploring the ins and outs of health and medicine and would love to have you with me on this journey! From this podcast, you can expect conversations with researchers, clinicians, and other experts in health and medicine. Welcome! (The content provided on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.)

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Recent Episodes

Jonathan Cedernaes: Circadian Health from Molecular Clocks to Public Policy - David Rönnlid Podcast #14

Oct 05, 2025 2h 25m

🌍 How can we align our lives — and our societies — with our body clocks?Poor sleep and circadian misalignment don’t just make us tired — they impair several aspects of our metabolic health. I sat…

Daniel Elias-López: Heart Disease Prevention Beyond “Good” and “Bad” Cholesterol - David Rönnlid Podcast #13

Sep 07, 2025 1h 50m

Most of us think of different types of cholesterol as either “good” or “bad.” But the reality is more complex.Daniel Elías-López, Endocrinologist, Ph.D, is a Mexican endocrinologist and researcher…

Ray Dorsey: Environmental Toxins and Parkinson’s Disease - David Rönnlid Podcast #12

Aug 16, 2025 36m

Parkinson’s disease is now the fastest-growing neurological disorder in the world — and according to Dr. Ray Dorsey, it’s not just about aging or genetics. Dr. Dorsey argues that environmental toxins…

Louise Hecker: Psilocybin Improves Survival in Aged Mice - David Rönnlid Podcast #11

Jul 28, 2025 1h 27m

Louise Hecker, PhD, is a scientist of the cellular mechanisms of aging, such as oxidative stress and endogenous antioxidant enzymes in lung tissue and how such mechanisms influence development of…

Alberto Espay: Precision Medicine for Neurodegenerative Diseases - David Rönnlid Podcast #10

Jul 07, 2025 57m

In this episode, neurologist Dr. Alberto Espay shares a bold new vision for treating Alzheimer's—beyond plaques and toward personalized care. We discuss limitations of current drug strategies and the…

#9: Aware and Intentful Phone Use with Richard Cytowic

Jun 02, 2025 1h 21m

​Richard E. Cytowic, M.D., is a neurologist and author renowned for revitalizing the scientific study of synesthesia. His influential works, such as "Synesthesia: A Union of the Senses" and "The Man…

#8: The Future of Telemedicine: AI, VR and Certified Examination Assistants with Ilya Bragin

May 05, 2025 1h 23m

Ilya Bragin, M.D., is a double board-certified Neurologist and Interventional Pain Specialist focused on expanding neurological care and brain longevity. He specializes in stroke care, telemedicine,…

#7: How Psilocybin and Other Psychedelics Reshape Brain Networks with Matthew Wall

Mar 31, 2025 1h 39m

In this conversation, I speak with Matthew Wall, PhD, about the effects of psilocybin and other classic psychedelics on the human brain.Matthew Wall is a psychologist specializing in psychedelics and…

#6: How Lecanemab Slows the Clock on Alzheimer’s Disease with Dag Sehlin

Mar 03, 2025 1h 53m

Dag Sehlin, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Neurobiology at Uppsala University. His research focuses on Alzheimer’s disease, developing therapeutic and diagnostic tools, including engineered…

#5: How to Recover from Exercise Efficiently with Mathieu Nedelec

Jan 27, 2025 51m

Dr. Mathieu Nedelec, who holds a PhD in sports science, is a researcher specializing in recovery and sleep at the French Institute of Sport (INSEP). His primary research focuses on fatigue, recovery,…

#4: How the Gut Microbiome Impacts Human Health with Gabriel Baldanzi and Koen Dekkers

Dec 30, 2024 2h 13m

In this episode, I talk with Gabriel Baldanzi, PhD, M.D., and Koen Dekkers, Research Assistant, who work in the same research group at Uppsala University. They are both actively researching the role…

Does skin exposure to UVA light increase serum serotonin and improve mood? | Health study of the week #9

Dec 16, 2024 10m

Please beware of the risks of exposing your skin to sunlight in general and UVA light in particular. A large body of evidence suggests that UVA light exposure on the skin can increase risk for…

Do barbell or cable bicep curls yield more strength and muscle gains? | Health study of the week #8

Dec 02, 2024 9m

Study link: https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/17/16/5859Study reference:Nunes, J.P., et al.Placing Greater Torque at Shorter or Longer Muscle Lengths? Effects of Cable vs. Barbell Preacher Curl Training…

Do cold baths improve sleep and recovery after HIIT? | Health study of the week #7

Nov 18, 2024 17m

Study link: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/sports-and-active-living/articles/10.3389/fspor.2021.659990 Study reference: Chauvineau Maxime , et al. Effect of the Depth of Cold Water Immersion…

#3: Breast cancer prevention and screening - Per Hall

Nov 11, 2024 59m

Per Hall is a professor at the Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics at Karolinska Institute in Stockholm. He is also a senior physician at Södersjukhuset.His breast cancer research is…

Does ambient temperature impact sleep quantity or quality? | Health study of the week #6

Nov 04, 2024 31m

Practical takeaways from the study are summarized at the beginning of the episode (00:00 - 04:30). Study link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1087079224000194 Study reference:…

#2: How to relate to people with schizophrenia - Lena Flyckt

Oct 28, 2024 1h 57m

Lena Flyckt is an associate professor at the Department of Clinical Neuroscience at Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden. She is recognized for her research in psychiatry, including on…

#1: How to measure and improve your sleep - Christian Benedict

Oct 21, 2024 1h 40m

Christian Benedict, PhD, is a sleep researcher at Uppsala University in Sweden.He is known for his ability to communicate the importance of sleep in both academic and public settings, advocating for…

Does recurrent sleep deprivation impair spatial or procedural learning? | Health study of the week #5

Oct 14, 2024 14m

Jonathan Cedernaes, et al.Learning and sleep-dependent consolidation of spatial and procedural memories are unaltered in young men under a fixed short sleep schedule,Neurobiology of Learning and…

Does small talk or deep talk bring more happiness? | Health study of the week #4

Oct 07, 2024 5m

Study reference: Mehl MR, Vazire S, Holleran SE, Clark CS. Eavesdropping on happiness: well-being is related to having less small talk and more substantive conversations. Psychol Sci. 2010…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does David Rönnlid Podcast have?

David Rönnlid Podcast has published 23 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Medicine.

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David Rönnlid Podcast is currently sporadic with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 1h 1m.

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