The supplements books recommended on Andrew Huberman’s podcast

#1 · Dopamine Nation

The endorsement here comes from Andrew Huberman, on How to Overcome Addiction to Substances or Behaviors | Dr. Keith Humphreys in 2026. That episode features Dr. Keith Humphreys, Professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford School of Medicine and one of the world's foremost experts on addictive substances and behaviors. He has advised addiction policy under both Republican and Democratic administrations and worked a decade as a hospice counselor. In total it earned 14 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Diary of a CEO, Joe Rogan).

“giving them Anna's book, Dopamine Nation, and obviously really hard work on their part is really what did it.” — Andrew Huberman 02:59:09

What it is: "Resettling Your Brain in the Age of Cheap Pleasures"-- We are living in a time of unprecedented access to high-reward, high-dopamine stimuli: drugs, food, news, gambling, shopping, gaming, texting, sexting. The smartphone is the modern-day hypodermic needle, delivering digital dopamine 24/7 for a wired generation. Lembke explores new scientific discoveries that explain why the relentless pursuit of pleasure leads to pain-- and what to do about it. She illustrates how finding contentment and connectedness means keeping dopamine in check. The secret to finding balance is combining the science of desire with the wisdom of recovery.

#2 · Why We Sleep

Recommended by Andrew Huberman on How to Heal From Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) | Dr. Victor Carrión. That episode features Dr. Victor Carrion, Professor and vice chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford and director of the Stanford Early Life Stress and Resilience Program. A leading expert on childhood PTSD and the developer of Cue-Centered Therapy. In total it earned 13 separate on-air endorsements across 4 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Diary of a CEO, Lex Fridman, Tim Ferriss).

“I really have to tip my hat to Dr Matthew Walker from UC Berkeley for writing the book why we sleep ... he deserves such a token of praise” — Andrew Huberman 00:51:52

What it is: "The first sleep book by a leading scientific expert--Professor Matthew Walker, Director of UC Berkeley's Sleep and Neuroimaging Lab--reveals his groundbreaking exploration of sleep, explaining how we can harness its transformative power to change our lives for the better. Sleep is one of the most important but least understood aspects of our life, wellness, and longevity. Until very recently, science had no answer to the question of why we sleep, or what good it served, or why we suffer such devastating health consequences when we don't sleep.

#3 · The Molecule of More

Andrew Huberman brought this up on How to Increase Motivation & Drive | Huberman Lab Essentials (2025-01-30). That episode features Andrew Huberman (solo episode), Professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine and host of the Huberman Lab podcast. This is a solo Huberman Lab Essentials episode revisiting his science of motivation. In total it earned 9 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Tim Ferriss).

“we're going to talk about all all of those in the book The Molecule of More, wonderful book. Uh those were described as the here and now molecules” — Andrew Huberman 00:13:51

#4 · The Coddling of the American Mind

The endorsement here comes from Joe Rogan, on Joe Rogan Experience #2450 - Tommy Wood in 2026. That episode features Tommy Wood, Physician and neuroscientist who studies brain development, traumatic brain injury, and cognitive decline. He is head of scientist for motorsport at Hintsa Performance, working with Formula 1 drivers, and author of the book The Stimulated Mind. In total it earned 8 separate on-air endorsements across 4 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman, Tim Ferriss).

“Jonathan Haidt wrote a great book about it called The Coddling of the American Mind about the impact of social media and particularly on young girls.” — Joe Rogan 01:53:08

What it is: "Something is going wrong on many college campuses in the last few years. Rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide are rising. Speakers are shouted down. Students and professors say they are walking on eggshells and afraid to speak honestly. How did this happen? First Amendment expert Greg Lukianoff and social psychologist Jonathan Haidt show how the new problems on campus have their origins in three terrible ideas that have become increasingly woven into American childhood and education: what doesn't kill you makes you weaker; always trust your feelings; and life is a battle between good people and evil people.

#5 · Outlive

Recommended by Terry Real on The Therapist Who Breaks All The Rules — Terry Real. Terry is Family therapist, creator of Relational Life Therapy (RLT), and author of 'I Don't Want to Talk About It,' 'Fierce Intimacy,' and 'Us'; specializes in couples on the brink and male depression. In total it earned 7 separate on-air endorsements across 4 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Diary of a CEO, Joe Rogan, Tim Ferriss).

“First of all, for those who haven't, please read Peter's book, Outlive. It's great. And the last chapter is about his work with me.” — Terry Real 00:41:55

#6 · Deep Work

Lex Fridman brought this up on Charan Ranganath: Human Memory, Imagination, Deja Vu, and False Memories | Lex F (2024-05-25). That episode features Charan Ranganath, A psychologist and neuroscientist at UC Davis specializing in human memory, where he runs a lab using fMRI and other methods to study how the brain encodes and retrieves events. He is the author of 'Why We Remember: Unlocking Memory's Power to Hold On to What Matters.'. In total it earned 6 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Lex Fridman, Tim Ferriss).

“I'm very much with kort on this he wrote deep work and a lot of other amazing books he talks about task switching as a sort of the thing that really destroys productivity” — Lex Fridman 02:52:58

What it is: One of the most valuable skills in our economy is becoming increasingly rare. If you master this skill, you'll achieve extraordinary results. Deep work is the ability to focus without distraction on a cognitively demanding task. It's a skill that allows you to quickly master complicated information and produce better results in less time. Deep work will make you better at what you do and provide the sense of true fulfillment that comes from craftsmanship. In short, deep work is like a super power in our increasingly competitive twenty-first century economy.

#7 · The Comfort Crisis

The endorsement here comes from Joe Rogan, on Joe Rogan Experience #2471 - Mark Normand in 2026. That episode features Mark Normand, Stand-up comedian known for rapid-fire jokes and his podcasts 'Tuesdays with Stories' and 'We Might Be Drunk.' He's a New York club regular promoting a brand-new Netflix special. In total it earned 6 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Joe Rogan, Tim Ferriss).

“There's a guy named Michael Easter. He's been on my podcast before. He wrote a book called The Comfort Crisis. Great book.” — Joe Rogan 02:11:33

#8 · Mastery

Recommended by Andrew Huberman on A Process for Finding & Achieving Your Unique Purpose | Robert Greene. That episode features Robert Greene, Bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power, The Laws of Human Nature, The Art of Seduction, and Mastery. Trained at UC Berkeley and the University of Wisconsin-Madison; writes about psychology, strategy, and human nature rooted in history. In total it earned 5 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Diary of a CEO, Tim Ferriss).

“I first learned about Robert's work from reading the book Mastery which to my mind is a brilliant exploration and a practical tool for how to think about and pursue one's purpose” — Andrew Huberman 00:00:30

What it is: Robert Greene, the "modern Machiavelli" debunks the prevailing mythology of success and presents a radical new way to greatness.

#9 · Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art

Graham Linehan brought this up on Joe Rogan Experience #2361 - Graham Linehan (2025-08-06). Graham is Irish comedy writer behind hit British sitcoms Father Ted, Black Books and The IT Crowd, winner of several BAFTAs. Now a controversial gender-critical activist who says his career collapsed after he spoke out on women's rights and trans issues. In total it earned 5 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Joe Rogan, Tim Ferriss).

“Nester. Yes. He's got a great book called Breathe. For anybody who's fascinated by breathing techniques and how much it can help you” — Graham Linehan 00:02:38

What it is: There is nothing more essential to our health and wellbeing than breathing: take air in, let it out, repeat 25,000 times a day. Yet, as a species, humans have lost the ability to breathe correctly, with grave consequences. In Breath, journalist James Nestor travels the world to discover the hidden science behind ancient breathing practices to figure out what went wrong and how to fix it.

#10 · Altered Traits: Science Reveals How Meditation Changes Your Mind, Brain, and Body

The endorsement here comes from Andrew Huberman, on How to Control Your Metabolism by Thyroid & Growth Hormone | Huberman Lab Essent in 2025. That episode features Andrew Huberman (solo), Professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine and host of the Huberman Lab podcast. This is a solo Essentials episode revisiting his thyroid and growth hormone material. It has been genuinely recommended 4 times on the show.

“the book is called altered traits ... it's an excellent book ... very interesting book for those of you that are interested in meditation” — Andrew Huberman 00:15:04

#11 · A Fighter's Heart

Recommended by Andrew Huberman on Joe Rogan Experience #2195 - Andrew Huberman. Andrew is Stanford neuroscientist, professor of neurobiology, and host of the Huberman Lab podcast. In total it earned 4 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman).

“a guy that I think was on your podcast a long time ago Sam Sheridan in a Fighter's heart there's a great chapter where he talks about dog fighting” — Andrew Huberman 00:06:50

#12 · The 4-Hour Body

Andrew Huberman brought this up on Journal Club with Dr. Peter Attia | Metformin for Longevity & The Power of Belie (2023-09-11). That episode features Peter Attia, Physician and longevity expert, author of the bestselling book Outlive and host of The Drive podcast. He focuses on healthspan, lifespan, and metabolic health. In total it earned 3 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Tim Ferriss).

“I still am a big fan of Tim ferriss's uh slow carbohydrate diet because I like to eat meat and vegetables and starches” — Andrew Huberman 01:18:03

What it is: The 4-Hour Body is the result of an obsessive quest, spanning more than a decade, to hack the human body. It contains the collective wisdom of hundreds of elite athletes, dozens of MDs, and thousands of hours of jaw-dropping personal experimentation. From Olympic training centers to black-market laboratories, from Silicon Valley to South Africa, Tim Ferriss, the 1 New York Times bestselling author of The 4-Hour Workweek, fixated on one life-changing question: For all things physical, what are the tiniest changes that produce the biggest results? Thousands of tests later, this book contains the answers for both men and women.

#13 · The 4-Hour Chef

The endorsement here comes from Andrew Huberman, on Therapy, Treating Trauma & Other Life Challenges | Dr. Paul Conti in 2022. That episode features Dr. Paul Conti, A psychiatrist trained at Stanford and chief resident at Harvard who runs the Pacific Premier Group treating complex trauma, addiction, and psychiatric disorders. He is the author of 'Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic.'. In total it earned 3 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Tim Ferriss).

“Tim Ferris's "The 4-Hour Body" or Tim Ferris's The 4-Hour Chef book, both of which are excellent” — Andrew Huberman 00:06:14

What it is: Building upon Timothy Ferriss's internationally successful "4-hour" franchise, "The 4-Hour Chef" transforms the way we cook, eat, and learn. Featuring recipes and cooking tricks from world-renowned chefs, and interspersed with the radically counterintuitive advice Ferriss's fans have come to expect, "The 4-Hour Chef" is a practical but unusual guide to mastering food and cooking, whether you are a seasoned pro or a blank-slate novice.

#14 · Projections: A Story of Human Emotions

Recommended by Lex Fridman on Andrew Huberman: Focus, Stress, Relationships, and Friendship | Lex Fridman Podc. That episode features Andrew Huberman, Stanford neuroscientist and host of the Huberman Lab podcast, known for translating brain and body science into practical health protocols. This is his third appearance on Lex Fridman's podcast and a close personal friend of the host. In total it earned 3 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Lex Fridman, Tim Ferriss).

“Carl daero he uh wrote the book projections one of my favorite first of all just as you said incredible writer just amazing” — Lex Fridman 01:37:26

#15 · The Circadian Code

Andrew Huberman brought this up on Timing Light, Food, & Exercise for Better Sleep, Energy & Mood | Dr. Samer Hatta (2021-10-25). That episode features Dr. Samer Hattar, Chief of the Section on Light and Circadian Rhythms at the National Institute of Mental Health. He was among the scientists who discovered the light-sensing retinal cells (ipRGCs) that set the body's circadian clock. In total it earned 3 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Lex Fridman).

“we're referring to Satchin Panda's work, he wrote a beautiful book called "The Circadian Code."” — Andrew Huberman 01:17:23

What it is: A comprehensive health book and lifestyle plan to help manage the body's natural rhythms offers advice to overcome difficulty sleeping, hunger at odd times, and sudden fatigue.

#16 · Jaws: The Story of a Hidden Epidemic

The endorsement here comes from Andrew Huberman, on How Smells Influence Our Hormones, Health & Behavior | Dr. Noam Sobel in 2023. That episode features Noam Sobel, Professor of neurobiology at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel, formerly at UC Berkeley. His lab studies olfaction and chemosensation, with landmark work on human scent-tracking, the nasal cycle, and social chemosignaling. It has been genuinely recommended 3 times on the show.

“I'm a big fan of the book Jaws a hidden epidemic written by colleagues of mine at Stanford familiar with it” — Andrew Huberman 00:53:00

What it is: There's a silent epidemic in western civilization, and it is right under our noses. Our jaws are getting smaller and our teeth crooked and crowded, creating not only aesthetic challenges but also difficulties with breathing. Modern orthodontics has persuaded us that braces and oral devices can correct these problems. While teeth can certainly be straightened, what about the underlying causes of this rapid shift in oral evolution and the health risks posed by obstructed airways? Sandra Kahn and Paul R.

#17 · Longitude

Recommended by Andrew Huberman on Charting the Architecture of the Universe & Human Life | Dr. Brian Keating. That episode features Dr. Brian Keating, Professor of cosmology at UC San Diego who built telescopes at the South Pole to study the cosmic microwave background. He led the BICEP experiment, made a headline 2014 'discovery' of the universe's origin that was later retracted, and wrote 'Losing the Nobel Prize.'. In total it earned 3 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Tim Ferriss).

“an important book for anyone to read who's interested in basically why we're still here um in my opinion is the book longitude” — Andrew Huberman 02:34:57

What it is: The dramatic human story of an epic scientific quest and of one man's forty-year obsession to find a solution to the thorniest scientific dilemma of the day--"the longitude problem." Anyone alive in the eighteenth century would have known that "the longitude problem" was the thorniest scientific dilemma of the day-and had been for centuries. Lacking the ability to measure their longitude, sailors throughout the great ages of exploration had been literally lost at sea as soon as they lost sight of land. Thousands of lives and the increasing fortunes of nations hung on a resolution.

#18 · On the Move

Andrew Huberman brought this up on How to Achieve Inner Peace & Healing | Dr. Richard Schwartz (2025-03-03). That episode features Dr. Richard Schwartz, Founder of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, a peer-reviewed model that treats the mind as a system of distinct 'parts' (managers, firefighters, exiles) led by a core Self. He developed it 40+ years ago after his family-therapy work with bulimic patients. In total it earned 3 separate on-air endorsements across 2 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Lex Fridman).

“I highly recommend reading uh Oliver Sax's book on the Move um he was an obviously neurologist and writer” — Andrew Huberman 02:01:04

What it is: When Oliver Sacks was twelve, a perceptive schoolmaster wrote: "Sacks will go far, if he does not go too far." With unbridled honesty and humor, he now shows us the restless energy that drives both his physical and his cerebral passions.

#19 · How Emotions Are Made

The endorsement here comes from Andrew Huberman, on How Foods and Nutrients Control Our Moods in 2021. Andrew is Professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine and host of the Huberman Lab podcast, which translates neuroscience into practical health tools. In total it earned 2 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Diary of a CEO, Lex Fridman).

“I'm a huge fan of Lisa Feldman Barrett ... Her first book is How Emotions Are Made ... bought it, read it, loved it” — Andrew Huberman 00:51:14

#20 · Can't Hurt Me

Recommended by Mark Greaney on Joe Rogan Experience #1942 - Mark Greaney. Mark is Bestselling thriller novelist behind the Gray Man series and the continuation of Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan novels. In total it earned 2 separate on-air endorsements across 3 different shows (Andrew Huberman, Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman).

“I love his book or his first book He's a his second book's even better he's amazing” — Mark Greaney 02:18:48

What it is: For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare--poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a US Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force tactical air controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events, inspiring Outside magazine to name him the Fittest (Real) Man in America.

#21 · Right Brain Psychotherapy

Andrew Huberman brought this up on The Science of Love, Desire and Attachment (2022-02-14). Andrew is Professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine and host of the Huberman Lab Podcast. This is a solo episode with no outside guest. It has been genuinely recommended 2 times on the show.

“He has a wonderful book called "Right Brain Psychotherapy." It's a little bit technical, but if you're interested in some of the studies” — Andrew Huberman 00:46:28

#22 · The Nature of the Beast: How Emotions Guide Us

The endorsement here comes from Andrew Huberman, on The Biology of Aggression, Mating, & Arousal | Dr. David Anderson in 2022. That episode features Dr. David Anderson, Professor of biology at Caltech, member of the National Academy of Sciences, and Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator since 1989. A pioneer in the neurobiology of emotions, internal states, aggression, fear, and mating circuits, and author of 'The Nature of the Beast.'. It has been genuinely recommended 2 times on the show.

“whether or not you're a therapist, or you're a biologist, or you're simply just somebody interested in why we feel the way we feel and why we act the way we act, I cannot recommend the book highly enough” — Andrew Huberman 00:01:33

#23 · A World Without Email

Recommended by Andrew Huberman on ADHD & How Anyone Can Improve Their Focus. Andrew is Professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine and host of the Huberman Lab podcast. This is a solo episode with no guest.

“He's also written an excellent book, "A world without Email." I've never met him, but I'm a huge admirer of his work” — Andrew Huberman 02:12:28

#24 · Lifespan: Why We Age - and Why We Don't Have To

Russell Kane brought this up on Russell Kane: How To Build Confidence & Stay Young | E79 (2021-05-03). Russell is Multi-award-winning British stand-up comedian, presenter, actor, author and scriptwriter, host of the Evil Genius podcast.

“david sinclair's the guy you want to read if you read one book it will change your life it's why we age and why we don't have to” — Russell Kane 01:24:28

#25 · Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain

The endorsement here comes from Andrew Huberman, on Tools for Managing Stress & Anxiety in 2021. Andrew is Professor of Neurobiology and Ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine and host of the Huberman Lab Podcast, where he translates neuroscience into practical, science-based tools.

“The second one is "Seven and a Half Facts About the Brain." It's a wonderful book as well. It came out more recently.” — Andrew Huberman 01:27:22

What it is: Have you ever wondered why you have a brain? Let renowned neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett demystify that big gray blob between your ears. In seven short essays (plus a bite-sized story about how brains evolved), this slim, entertaining, and accessible collection reveals mind-expanding lessons from the front lines of neuroscience research. You'll learn where brains came from, how they're structured (and why it matters), and how yours works in tandem with other brains to create everything you experience.