1KHO 825: Take Back Your Biology From the Clutches of the Indoor World | Dr. John La Puma, Indoor Epidemic

The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

Ginny Yurich

Kids & Family, Parenting

4.8 • 2.3K Ratings

🗓️ 12 June 2026

⏱️ 51 minutes

🔗️ Recording | Apple Podcasts | RSS

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Summary

Most of us know we feel better outside, but few of us realize just how much of our biology depends on it. In this fascinating conversation, Dr. John La Puma shares the science behind what he calls the "indoor epidemic" and explains why morning sunlight, natural sound, green spaces, distance viewing, forest bathing, and even gardening are biological necessities. From better sleep and sharper focus to stronger immunity and healthier aging, this episode reveals how modern indoor living is reshaping our bodies and what we can do to reverse it. If you've ever wondered why a walk outside can change your entire day, this conversation will leave you looking at the natural world with fresh eyes and a renewed sense of hope. Learn more about Dr. John La Puma and his book Indoor Epidemic at drjohnlapuma.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:23.3	Welcome to the 1000 hours outside podcast.
0:25.5	My name is Jenny Urchin, a daughter, 1,000 hours outside.
0:27.9	And I have just read an incredible book.
0:31.0	It is called Indoor Epidemic.
0:33.7	And the author is so accomplished.
0:36.3	Dr. John Lapuma, a board certified-certified internist, trained chef,
0:40.6	trained chef, chef, MD, and a regenerative farmer who pioneered the culinary medicine movement,
0:46.2	a two-time New York Times bestselling author. He's lectured at Harvard, University of Chicago,
0:50.7	and Ted Med, a host for PBS and Lifetime TV featured in the Wall Street
0:56.4	Journal and on CNN, the physician leading the charge behind outdoor RX, outdoor prescription,
1:02.2	the evidence-based response to the indoor epidemic.
1:04.9	What an honor, Dr. John Lapuma. Welcome.
1:07.6	Ginny, I want you to come into announcing for me. You're just amazing.
1:11.1	Oh, I can just record it and send it off.
1:13.6	And here's John.
1:15.6	I mean, this is so important.
1:17.6	The book is fantastic.
1:18.6	I took so many pages of notes.
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