Small Dose, Big Impact: The Science of Low-Dose Lithium for Leadership Performance, with Dr. Sudhir Gadh

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What if the key to better sleep, faster recovery, and long-term brain health is a trace mineral that was once in your drinking water — and quietly removed? In this episode, I sit down with Sudhir, a board-certified psychiatrist, Navy veteran, and co-founder of Third Element, to explore the surprising science behind lithium microdosing — and why it's nothing like the high-dose psychiatric treatment you may have heard of.

Sudhir breaks down how low-dose lithium works at the cellular level — from calming the GSK3 enzyme and protecting mitochondria, to extending telomere length and reducing chronic inflammation. He shares why everyone from autistic children to elite NBA and NFL athletes are now evaluating the supplement for athlete recovery, what epidemiological data from blue zones and ancient springs reveals about this overlooked mineral, and how his work with homeless patients, veterans, and addiction populations first proved its safety and efficacy.

Whether you're an executive managing stress and sleep, an athlete chasing faster recovery, or simply someone who wants to age better — this conversation will change the way you think about what your brain needs to thrive. Third Element isn't just a supplement; it's the missing piece in a polluted and diluted modern diet.