This episode is brought to you by One Skin, Puori, Fatty15, and Our Place.  Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, I sit down with Dr. David Perlmutter to explore why decades of brain health research may have focused on the wrong target. We dive into why microglial cells, not beta-amyloid, may be key drivers of cognitive decline, how they?re connected to metabolic health, and what you can do to protect your brain. Dr. Perlmutter also shares why many Alzheimer?s drugs miss the mark, the supplements with the strongest evidence, and the lifestyle habits you can start today to support your cognitive health for years to come Dr. David Perlmutter is a board-certified neurologist, Fellow of the American College of Nutrition, and six-time New York Times bestselling author, best known for Grain Brain and Drop Acid. He earned his M.D. from the University of Miami School of Medicine, where he received the Leonard G. Rowntree Research Award, and currently serves as an Associate Professor at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Perlmutter has published extensively in leading peer-reviewed medical journals, serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, and lectures worldwide on brain health, nutrition, and longevity. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Perlmutter dive into: (0:00) The Biggest Mistake in Brain Health (3:09) The Brain Cells That Control Your Future (5:01) Why Microglia Are Suddenly Everywhere (8:41) Dr. Perlmutter?s Controversial Claim  (11:51) Decline May Begin Decades Earlier (21:36) When Your Brain's Defenders Turn Against You (23:38) The Gut-Brain Connection (38:51) The Hidden Chemical Linked to Damage (41:58) Why Modern Life Is Rewiring Your Brain (45:30) Are Microplastics Harming Your Brain? (49:05) The Best Forms of Exercise  (59:37) The Key Biomarkers  (1:03:51) The Brain-Protective Diet  (1:16:04) Top Supplements to Support Brain Health (1:22:49) Building a Resilient Brain (1:31:08) Has the Science on Alcohol Changed? (1:36:38) What to Do If You're Already at Risk (1:43:13) Could GLP-1s Protect the Brain? (1:51:55) Final Thoughts Also mentioned in this episode: Brain Defenders: Harness the Power of Your Immune Cells to Protect Your Brain for Life Lichen Air For more on Dr. Perlmutter, follow him on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by One Skin, Puori, Fatty15 and Our Place. Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout.  Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your hair and skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Fatty15 is offering an additional 15% off its 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to fatty15.com/dhru and use code DHRU to replenish your C15 levels for long-term health. Reduce your toxic load by upgrading your cookware! Go to fromourplace.com today and use promo code DHRU at checkout to receive 10% off any order. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Tiny Health, Bon Charge, Branch Basics, and Dose.  Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Joey Munoz to break down a practical, sustainable roadmap for losing up to 20 pounds in 90 days, without crash diets or extreme restrictions. Dr. Munoz shares his simple five-step framework for creating a calorie deficit, building muscle, staying consistent, and getting back on track when life inevitably gets in the way. He also opens up about his own journey with weight loss and emotional eating, revealing how his relationship with food shaped the coach he is today. Along the way, he details the exact strength training routine, meal structure, and nutrition strategies he recommends to clients over 40 to improve body composition and metabolic health. If you're looking for an evidence-based blueprint to lose fat, build muscle, and create lasting results, this episode is for you. Dr. Joey Munoz holds a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from Florida State University and is a published researcher specializing in nutrition and chronic disease prevention. He is the founder of Strong Standard, an online coaching company that helps adults over 40 lose fat, build muscle, and improve their metabolic health through sustainable, evidence-based strategies. He also hosts The Dr. Joey Munoz Show, has built an audience of more than 400,000 on Instagram, and has coached over 1,000 clients during the past decade. Growing up overweight in a broken household and nearly failing out of school, Joey credits fitness with changing the course of his life. Today, his mission is to help others transform their health through fundamentals?not restriction. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Munoz dive into:  (00:00) Introduction (3:46) The One Question That Determines Your Success (7:33) Why "Losing 20 Pounds Fast" Backfires (10:35) Fat Loss vs. Weight Loss: The Difference That Changes Everything (14:52) The Hidden Mindset Traps Keeping You Stuck (27:01) Should You Count Calories? The Honest Answer (35:58) How Many Calories Does Your Body Actually Need? (46:16) The Simplest Way to Create a Calorie Deficit (51:28) Why the Scale Doesn't Tell the Whole Story (57:37) The Accountability System That Actually Works (1:02:45) Easy Ways to Cut Calories Without Feeling Deprived (1:10:36) Why Weight Loss Gets Harder During Perimenopause (1:19:25) The Best Way to Train for Long-Term Fat Loss (1:37:46) The Most Underrated Fat Loss Habit (1:40:09) The Ideal Protein, Fiber & Meal Formula (1:48:45) Build a Feedback Loop That Keeps You Consistent (1:54:13) Where to Learn More from Dr. Joey Munoz (1:57:12) Final Thoughts Also mentioned in this episode: Mayo Clinic Calorie Calculator  MyFitness Pal Calorie Tracker Try This Newsletter on Sleep Consistency For more on Dr. Munoz, follow him on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, LinkedIn, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Tiny Health, Bon Charge, Branch Basics, and Dose.  Right now, Tiny Health is offering my community their biggest offer yet: $50 off your first gut health test. Just head to tinyhealth.com/dhru for $50 off your first test. Your gut has a story to tell; Tiny Health helps you understand what it's saying. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light mask. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Branch Basics is now available nationwide at Target and Target.com. Shop their lineup of safer cleaning essentials including laundry detergent, surface cleaners, dishwasher tablets, and stain remover during your next Target run. And if you're grabbing the Premium Starter Kit, you can get 15% off at BranchBasics.com with my code DHRU. Support your liver with one simple daily habit. Visit dosedaily.co/DHRU and use code DHRU to get 35% off your first subscription. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, Momentous, Cozy Earth, and Bon Charge. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Florence Comite to unpack the biggest lessons she's learned from more than three decades at the forefront of personalized medicine. She explains the lifestyle factors that drive heart disease in both men and women, why diabetes is often at the root of cardiovascular disease, and the key biomarkers everyone should monitor early to help prevent chronic illness. Dr. Comite also ranks the most important lifestyle habits for longevity and reveals the hormones that play a critical role in preventing osteoporosis, maintaining strength, and reducing the risk of falls as we age. Dr. Florence Comite is a New York Times bestselling author, Yale-trained clinician-scientist, and one of the world's leading experts in precision medicine and healthy longevity. A former Yale faculty member for 25 years and founder of the nation's first women-only clinic at Yale, she later founded the Comite Center for Precision Medicine & Healthy Longevity, where she pioneered the Nof1? approach to personalized healthcare. She is the author of Keep It Up and Invincible: Defy Your Genetic Destiny to Live Better Longer, and her research has been published in leading medical journals, including The New England Journal of Medicine and JAMA.  In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Comite dive into: (00:00) Introduction (2:40) Journey into Precision Health & Longevity (6:39) Why Hormonal Shifts Increase the Risk of Heart Disease (12:07) How to Assess Your Risk of Heart Disease (15:27) The Truth About Sugar, Blood Pressure, and Insulin (24:20) Diet vs. Building Muscle: Which Matters More? (31:05) The Five Most Important Biomarkers to Track (33:59) Why Dr. Comite Started Taking Testosterone (38:34) Calcium vs. Vitamin D: What Matters Most? (44:48) Is a DEXA Scan Worth It? (46:45) The Two Habits That Protect Your Healthspan (57:05) Everything You Need to Know About Running (1:00:07) What Are the Optimal ApoB and HDL Levels? (1:07:28) Fasting Insulin vs. A1C (1:09:29) How to Get Enough High-Quality Sleep (1:12:07) Rethinking the Importance of Sleep, Exercise, and Nutrition (1:14:50) GLP-1s: The Antibiotics of the 21st Century (1:17:45) Final Thoughts and Takeaways Also mentioned in this episode: Invincible: Defy Your Genetic Destiny to Live Better, Longer Keep It Up: The Power of Precision Medicine to Conquer Low T and Revitalize Your Life! For more on Dr. Comite, follow her on X/Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, or visit her Website. This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, Momentous, Cozy Earth, and Bon Charge. Upgrade your sleep! Head to bioptimizers.com/dhru to take advantage of BioOptimizers ''Back to School, Back to You " sale, happening August 3?16. Get 20% off select products, plus a free tote bag with orders of $99 USD or more. Right now, Momentous is offering our listeners up to 35% off their first order with promo code DHRU. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Right now, get 20% off the Cozy Earth plush towels. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light mask. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Tiny Health, Bon Charge, Cozy Earth, and Puori. GLP-1 medications have transformed the conversation around obesity and diabetes. But researchers are now uncovering benefits that extend far beyond weight loss. Emerging evidence suggests these drugs may influence everything from inflammation and heart health to cancer risk, opening an exciting new chapter in preventive medicine. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. William Li to explore some of the most exciting advancements in cancer prevention, early detection, and the emerging science behind GLP-1 medications. Dr. Li breaks down cutting-edge research on how GLP-1s may help reduce cancer risk, influence cancer cells, and potentially lower the chances of recurrence and metastasis. He also unpacks the alarming rise in colon cancer, the lifestyle strategies that can help reduce your risk, his perspective on choosing the right healthcare provider, and the latest breakthroughs in cancer screening and early detection. Dr. William W. Li, MD, is an internationally renowned physician, scientist, and author of the New York Times bestsellers ?Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself? and ?Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer.?  His groundbreaking research has led to the development of more than 40 new medical treatments that impact care for more than 70 diseases, including diabetes, blindness, heart disease, and obesity. He is President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation, and he is leading global initiatives on food as medicine.  In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Li dive into: (00:00) Introduction (4:15) Headlines About GLP-1s and Cancer (13:19) Recent Observations on GLP-1s (23:11) The Heart Health Benefits of GLP-1s (28:42) How GLP-1s May Decrease the Risk of Various Cancers (43:25) Why Is Colon Cancer on the Rise? (55:59) Why the Right Medical Team Matters for Recovery (1:07:42) How to Build the Right Medical Team (1:14:37) The Mixed Opinions on GLP-1s (1:19:46) Dr. Li's Key Reminders and Recommendations (1:28:45) The Right Interventions for Overall Health (1:33:48) Foods That Support Natural GLP-1 Production (1:40:21) GRAIL's Cancer Test: Is It Worth It? (1:51:27) Final Thoughts and Takeaways Also mentioned in this episode: American Society of Clinical Oncology  Grail Test  For more on Dr. Li, follow him on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, YouTube, and his Website. This episode is brought to you by Tiny Health, Bon Charge, Cozy Earth, and Puori. Right now, Tiny Health is offering my community their biggest offer yet: $50 off your first gut health test. Just head to tinyhealth.com/dhru for $50 off your first test. Your gut has a story to tell; Tiny Health helps you understand what it's saying. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light mask. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by One Skin, Fatty15, Our Place, and Branch Basics. Today, more people than ever are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected?yet few of us have ever been taught how our nervous system actually works. Understanding how to regulate it may be one of the most important skills for improving our mental health, relationships, resilience, and overall well-being. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Jonny Miller to discuss why so many of us feel stuck in cycles of stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or numbness, and how learning to regulate our nervous system can transform the way we show up in every area of life. Jonny explains how our nervous system shapes our thoughts, emotions, relationships, and resilience, why reactivity isn't a personality flaw but a biological pattern, and the practical framework he's used to help thousands of people cultivate greater calm, emotional flexibility, and aliveness. He also shares his own journey through grief, the hidden cost of people-pleasing, and the simple daily practices that can help anyone build a more resilient nervous system. Jonny Miller is the host of the Inner Frontier Podcast and the founder of Nervous System Mastery, a five-week bootcamp where he has taught more than a thousand students?from the CEO of a rocket-ship company and burned-out startup founders to busy parents and elite performers?how to cultivate calm, rewire reactivity, and restore aliveness. In this episode, Dhru and Jonny dive into:  (00:00) Introduction (1:29) Understanding Your Reactive Patterns (6:07) Measuring Nervous System Health (7:19) The Three Pillars of Nervous System Mastery (13:18) Grief, Healing, and Emotional Growth (17:55) Why We Numb Our Emotions (24:33) The Feather, Brick & Dump Truck Framework (28:15) The Dangers of Too Much Interoception (30:55) Rebuilding a Resilient Nervous System (37:12) Where to Begin with Nervous System Regulation (45:48) Dealing with Unexpressed Anger (54:03) Dhru's Personal Practices for Emotional Regulation (58:19) Why Men Struggle with Positive Emotions (1:00:18) Relationship Check-Ins That Actually Work (1:11:36) Jonny's Core Frameworks for Living Well (1:27:30) Where to Find Jonny's Work Also mentioned in this episode: Nervous System Mastery Bootcamp Take Jonny's free Nervous System Assessment Nervous System Regulation Protocol Cards   For more on Jonny, follow him on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by One Skin, Fatty15, Our Place, and Branch Basics. Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Fatty15 is offering an additional 15% off its 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to fatty15.com/dhru and use code DHRU to replenish your C15 levels for long-term health. Reduce your toxic load by upgrading your cookware! Go to fromourplace.com today and use promo code DHRU at checkout to receive 10% off any order. Branch Basics is now available nationwide at Target and Target.com. Shop their lineup of safer cleaning essentials including laundry detergent, surface cleaners, dishwasher tablets, and stain remover during your next Target run or at branchbasics.com Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Rythm Health, Puori, Branch Basics, and LMNT. If you're struggling with poor sleep, low energy, or brain fog, the root cause may not be what you think. As today's guest explains, the way you breathe and even the structure of your jaw can profoundly influence your sleep, brain health, and long-term risk of chronic disease. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with longevity researcher Dr. Oliver Zolman for a deep dive into one of the most overlooked drivers of brain aging: sleep-disordered breathing. Dr. Zolman explains how conditions like sleep apnea and upper airway resistance syndrome can quietly impact your energy, cognitive function, and long-term health. He also shares his personal journey overcoming chronic fatigue syndrome, how he discovered an underlying breathing problem, and the research-backed strategies that transformed his health. He also walks through the most effective treatment options, the resources that helped him, and what to look for when choosing the right provider for your own care. Dr. Oliver Zolman, MBBS BSc, is a longevity researcher focused on the science of slowing and reversing biological aging. Trained at King's College London, he chose to forgo traditional clinical practice to pursue independent research into biological age testing, rejuvenation therapies, longevity medicine, and preventive health systems. His work explores how emerging science can extend healthspan and help people stay healthier for longer, with the ambitious goal of reversing age-related decline across the body's major organ systems. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Zolman dive into:  (00:00) Introduction  (4:51) The Hidden Sleep Disorder Millions Don't Know They Have (7:02) Signs Your Airway Could Be Sabotaging Your Health (9:26) The Surprising Reason You Grind Your Teeth at Night (13:15) What to Do If You Think You Have an Airway Problem (15:49) The 2 Tests That Can Reveal Hidden Sleep Apnea (20:01) How Dr. Zolman Is Addressing His Own Airway (39:40) The Overlooked Problem Affecting Kids and Adults (46:30) Why Modern Humans Have Smaller Jaws (and Why It Matters) (49:26) The Link Between Poor Sleep, Faster Aging, and Chronic Disease (55:54) Which Sleep Apnea Treatments Actually Work?  (1:11:14) How to Find a Provider Who Actually Understands Airway Health (1:25:20) Dr. Zolman's Top Strategies for Better Breathing and Sleep (1:30:03) Where to Learn More from Dr. Zolman Also mentioned in this episode: Sleep Doctor Watch Pat Test  Dr. Stanley Liu Dr. Ilya Lipkin  Sleep Apnea Oral Appliance Article For more on Dr. Zolman, follow him on Instagram, LinkedIn, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Rhythm Health, Puori, Branch Basics, and LMNT. Right now, Rythm is offering my community 15% off your first month, plus free shipping at Rythm Health. Just go to rythm.health/DHRU to get 15% off at checkout. Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout.  Branch Basics is now available nationwide at Target and Target.com. Shop their lineup of safer cleaning essentials including laundry detergent, surface cleaners, dishwasher tablets, and stain remover during your next Target run or at branchbasics.com Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free 8-count sample pack with any purchase. Head over to drinkLMNT.com/dhru today. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, Momentous, Cozy Earth, and One Skin. What if some of your unexplained symptoms aren't coming from your body?but from your home? The air you breathe, the water you drink, and the products and materials surrounding you every day may be exposing you to hidden environmental toxins that quietly affect your health, energy, and even your longevity. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dom Francks, General Manager and a founding team member of Lightwork Home Health, to uncover the hidden environmental factors that could be affecting your health without you even realizing it. Dom shares the research-backed assessment process his team uses to identify the most common environmental toxins found in homes, the biggest problem areas they see, and the practical steps you can take to reduce your exposure. Dhru also shares the personal health journey that led him to have his own home assessed and what he and Dom discovered along the way.  Dom Francks is the General Manager of the San Francisco Bay Area for Lightwork Home Health. A Stanford-trained engineer, founder, and former climate-tech product leader, Dom specializes in helping homeowners identify hidden environmental factors that may impact health, performance, and longevity. Through comprehensive home health assessments?including air and water quality, mold, EMFs, lighting, and household toxins?he helps clients create healthier living environments using a data-driven, evidence-based approach.  In this episode, Dhru and Dom dive into:  (00:00) Introduction (3:22) Is Your Home Secretly Making You Sick? (5:15) The Hidden Health Risks Lurking Inside Most Homes (8:20) How Scientists Actually Assess a Healthy Home (9:37) Why Your Bedroom May Be Ruining Your Sleep (22:15) Mold Myths: What Actually Matters? (31:19) The Best (and Worst) Lighting for Your Brain (36:31) The Hidden Problem With LED Lights (46:50) Why Lightwork Home Was Created (54:38) EMFs: What You Should Worry About (and What You Shouldn't) (1:01:55) Grounding Products: Science or Hype? (1:20:24) How to Build a Healthier Nursery (1:24:47) Are Baby Monitors Actually Safe? (1:31:03) Which Air Purifiers Actually Work? (1:41:08) The Hidden Health Mistakes in Your Home Office (1:45:26) The Hidden Toxins Hiding in Your Kitchen (1:56:43) The Surprising Toxins in Your Home Gym & Garden (2:03:23) The Personal Story That Started Lightwork Home(2:11:02) The Biggest Takeaways to Protect Your Health Also mentioned in this episode: Heads up: This is an affiliate link, so I may earn a commission if you purchase through it, at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I use myself or truly believe are worth it. The Lightwork Blueprint: 40 Action Steps for a Healthy Home PDF Air Doctor Filter Shielding Shop EPA Study on Indoor Air  For more on Dom, follow him on X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Lightwork Home Health: X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or visit their Website. This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, Momentous, Cozy Earth, and One Skin. Upgrade your sleep! Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 15% off your entire order and a free bottle of MassZymes.  Right now, Momentous is offering our listeners up to 35% off their first order with promo code DHRU. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Tiny Health, Bon Charge, and Birch Living. Most people think the biggest drivers of longevity are diet, exercise, or the latest health breakthroughs. But what if one of the strongest predictors of how long and how well you live is something we rarely prioritize: the quality of your relationships? Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Keith Ferrazzi to explore why meaningful relationships may be one of the most overlooked pillars of health and longevity. Keith shares the science behind connection, why accountability is one of the biggest predictors of success, and how surrounding yourself with the right people can transform your health, career, and happiness. He also explains the surprising power of generosity, creating a shared vision, and building a community that helps everyone grow together. Keith Ferrazzi is the founder and CEO of Ferrazzi Greenlight, a New York Times bestselling author, and a globally recognized expert on leadership and team performance. For more than two decades, he has advised Fortune 500 companies, startups, and government leaders on building high-performing, collaborative cultures. Previously, he served as CMO of Deloitte and Starwood Hotels & Resorts, and his work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fortune, and The Wall Street Journal. In this episode, Dhru and Keith dive into:  (0:00) The Relationship Truth No One Talks About (4:00) Why Relationships Matter More Than You Think (8:15) The Biggest Relationship Mistakes Most People Make (11:07) Why Great Relationships Slowly Fall Apart (18:54) The One Conversation That Changes Everything (21:44) The Community Advantage Most People Overlook (25:57) Why Generosity Is a Superpower (32:32) The Accountability Secret Behind Lasting Success (36:24) Simple Habits That Strengthen Every Relationship (40:43) How to Repair Relationships Before It's Too Late (43:27) The Relationship Advice Everyone Needs to Hear Also mentioned in this episode: Who?s Got Your Back Never Lead Alone Never Eat Alone Beyond Connections? exclusive 9-week program For more on Keith, follow him on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, or visit his Websites: Ferrazzi Greenlight and Keith Ferrazzi. This episode is brought to you by Tiny Health, Bon Charge, and Birch Living. Right now, Tiny Health is offering my community their biggest offer yet: $50 off your first gut health test. Just head to tinyhealth.com/dhru for $50 off your first test. Your gut has a story to tell; Tiny Health helps you understand what it's saying. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light mask. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Summer is the perfect time to invest in better sleep. Right now, Birch is offering my community an exclusive 20% off during their Fourth of July sale.?just head to birchliving.com/dhru today. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, Our Place, Cozy Earth, and Fatty15. We're constantly told to avoid the sun, wear sunscreen every day, and invest in expensive skincare products if we want healthy, youthful-looking skin. But what does the science actually say? Can some sun exposure be beneficial? Are mineral sunscreens really safer than chemical ones? And with so many devices, creams, and treatments promising younger skin, which ones are actually worth your time and money? Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with double board-certified dermatologist, skin cancer expert, and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Teo Soleymani to separate fact from fiction when it comes to skin health and aging. Dr. Soleymani breaks down the latest research on sun exposure, skin cancer risk, and sunscreen safety, while revealing the most effective strategies for preventing premature aging. He also shares the top treatments for wrinkles, acne scars, and sun damage, along with the devices and skincare interventions that deliver the biggest results without wasting your money. If you've ever wondered what actually works for healthier, younger-looking skin, this conversation is packed with practical, science-backed answers. Dr. Teo Soleymani is a nationally recognized, double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs Micrographic and Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon. A Stanford-trained physician and former clinical professor at UCLA, he specializes in the treatment of complex, high-risk skin cancers and sun-damaged, aging skin. He now leads California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists in Pasadena, CA, and continues to contribute to academic research and innovation in dermatologic surgery. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Soleymani dive into: (00:00) Changing What You Think About Skin Health (1:08) The Truth About Sun Exposure (4:37) Why Dermatologists Tell You to Avoid the Sun (9:36) Is Too Little Sun Hurting Your Health? (11:24) What You're Not Being Told About Sunscreen (17:52) The Best Way to Protect Your Skin  (23:24) How Your Skin Type Changes Everything (26:48) The Biggest Drivers of Premature Aging (35:14) Do Seed Oils Age Your Skin Faster? (43:24) Hidden Factors That Raise Skin Cancer Risk (46:58) Tanning Beds, Spray Sunscreens & Risk Rankings (1:00:21) Eat This to Protect Your Skin From Within (1:10:07) The Screening Tests That Could Save Your Life (1:17:33) Alcohol's Surprising Impact on Your Skin (1:22:02) Red Light, Microneedling & RF: What's Actually Worth It? (1:29:09) The #1 Device for Healthier, Younger-Looking Skin (1:37:08) The Cheapest Ways to Improve Your Skin Today (1:48:10) How to Catch Skin Cancer Before It's Too Late Also mentioned in this episode: Sun Powder  For more on Dr. Soleymani, follow him on Instagram, LinkedIn, and his Website. This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, Our Place, Cozy Earth, and Fatty15. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light mask. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Reduce your toxic load by upgrading your cookware! Go to fromourplace.com today and use promo code DHRU at checkout to receive 10% off any order. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Fatty15 is offering an additional 15% off its 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to fatty15.com/dhru and use code DHRU to replenish your C15 levels for long-term health. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Rythm Health, Momentous, Bon Charge, and Branch Basics. Millions of people take antidepressants to manage anxiety and depression, yet many questions remain about their long-term effectiveness and what happens when people try to stop taking them. As concerns grow about withdrawal symptoms and the challenges of coming off these medications, understanding both their benefits and limitations has never been more important. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Mark Horowitz to explore the widespread use of antidepressants, why so many people struggle to come off them, and how withdrawal symptoms are often misunderstood. Dr. Horowitz shares his own difficult experience tapering off antidepressants and how it inspired him to research and develop safer, evidence-based approaches for reducing these medications. He also examines the research on how antidepressants were originally approved, highlighting key limitations in some studies and how those flaws may have shaped our understanding of their benefits and risks. Along the way, he explains what happens in the brain during the tapering process and the best and worst practices for supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and antidepressant discontinuation. Dr. Mark Horowitz is a Clinical Research Fellow in Psychiatry with the NHS in London, Visiting Lecturer at King?s College London, and lead author of the Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines, the first authoritative handbook on safely stopping antidepressants and other psychiatric medications. His research has helped shape UK national guidance on tapering psychiatric drugs, and he has published in leading journals including The Lancet Psychiatry and JAMA Psychiatry. Drawing from both his clinical expertise and personal experience coming off psychiatric medications after 20 years of use, Dr. Horowitz is dedicated to helping people safely reduce or discontinue medications when appropriate. *Important: Never stop or reduce a prescribed medication without guidance from your healthcare provider. Medication changes should be made under professional supervision, as withdrawal symptoms and individual responses can vary significantly. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Horowitz dive into: (0:00) Introduction (00:23) The Truth About Antidepressant Effectiveness (7:10) Why Getting Off Antidepressants Can Be So Difficult (16:05) Dr. Horowitz's Personal Withdrawal Story (29:14) If Not A Chemical Imbalance, Then What? (36:19) The Neurogenesis Theory Explained (46:52) Informed Consent And What Patients Aren't Told (55:35) Why Standard Tapering Often Fails (1:02:37) The Antidepressant Controversies (1:12:25) Best And Worst Practices For Recovery (1:20:15) Resources For Healing And Support (1:24:37) Final Thoughts And Advice Also mentioned in this episode: The Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines: Antidepressants, Benzodiazepines, Gabapentinoids and Z-drugs (The Maudsley Prescribing Guidelines Series For more on Dr. Horowitz, follow him on X/Twitter, Substack,  Outro Health?s socials: Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, or visit his Websites: Dr. Mark Horowitz and Outro Health. This episode is brought to you by Rhythm Health, Momentous, Bon Charge, and Branch Basics. Right now, Rythm is offering my community 15% off your first month, plus free shipping at Rythm Health. Just go to rythm.health/DHRU to get 15% off at checkout. Right now, Momentous is offering our listeners up to 35% off their first order with promo code DHRU. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light mask. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Sunlighten, Puori, One Skin, and LMNT. Mental health care is at a turning point, with more people questioning whether symptom management alone leads to lasting healing. At the same time, emerging research is exploring how psychedelic-assisted therapies may help address deeper root causes tied to emotional well-being. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Will Van Derveer to discuss the transformative potential and risks of psychedelic medicine, sharing powerful stories of healing, the importance of proper guidance, and the current landscape of research and regulation. He also discusses how the current mental health care system is in crisis and how some patients don?t feel relief from pharmaceuticals, as they may not address the root cause of their condition. Dr. Van Derveer also shares the ideal candidates for psychedelic medicine and the importance of finding the right guide and combining it with therapy.  Will Van Derveer is a psychiatrist focused on addressing the root causes of mental health challenges, not just medicating symptoms. With nearly 25 years of experience, he co-founded the Integrative Psychiatry Institute (IPI), which has trained over 10,000 licensed professionals in integrative psychiatry and psychedelic-assisted therapy. Dr. Van Derveer is the coauthor of Psychedelic Therapy, and co-host of the Higher Practice Podcast. *This episode includes a discussion about suicide and mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, mental health professional, or call/text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, for immediate help. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Van Derveer dive into:  (0:00) The Promise of Psychedelic Medicine (05:34) Potential Risks to Consider  (09:12) Failures of Traditional Mental Health Care (12:55) The Trauma That Changed Dr. Van Derveer?s Life (26:27) Choosing the Right Guide  (33:16) Exploring Unresolved Trauma (43:14) What Conventional Care is Missing (55:14) Understanding Psychedelics: Amplifying the Mind (57:50) Exploring Ketamine: Benefits and Risks (1:01:33) MDMA: The Connection Hormone and Trauma Therapy (1:04:58) Psilocybin: A Swiss Army Knife for Mental Health (1:07:29) Psychedelics for Personal Growth and Exploration (1:11:11) Couples Therapy: Breaking Barriers (1:14:56) Ibogaine: Potential and Risks (1:18:46) Political Battle Over Psychedelic Research (1:21:09) Big Pharma, Profits, and the Fight Over Access (1:30:26) Final Thoughts and Where to Learn More Also mentioned in this episode: Psychedelic Therapy: A Revolutionary Approach to Restoring Your Mental Health and Reclaiming Your Life LSD Psychotherapy Somatic Experiencing International For more on Dr. Derveer, follow him on Instagram, Threads, YouTube, LinkedIn, or visit his Websites: Integrative Psychiatry Institute and Will Van Derveer MD. This episode is brought to you by Sunlighten, Puori, One Skin, and LMNT. Right now, Sunlighten is offering exclusive savings for my community. You can save up to $2,100 plus free shipping when you go to sunlighten.com and use the code DHRU when you fill out the Get Pricing form.  Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout.  Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Check out LMNT?s new refreshing iced tea lemonade flavor. Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free 8-count sample pack with any purchase. Head over to drinkLMNT.com/dhru today. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, BiOptimizers, Puori, and Birch Living.  We often think of healing as a battle: fight harder, optimize more, push through. But this week?s conversation challenges that entire mindset and explores why the body may heal best in states of safety, stillness, and flow. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Cynthia Li to discuss why so many people are stuck in chronic stress and survival mode despite doing ?everything right? for their health. Dr. Li shares her powerful personal healing journey and explains how resistance, perfectionism, fear, and hidden emotional ?subcurrents? can create wear and tear in the body over time. She breaks down the connection between nervous system regulation, longevity, brain health, chronic inflammation, and emotional well-being. She also shares practical ways to integrate these ideas into everyday life, relationships, and family dynamics, along with the science behind flow, energy, and what she calls ?activated calm.? Cynthia Li, MD, is a physician specializing in integrative medicine and intuitive healing. After developing a disabling autoimmune illness, she expanded her work beyond conventional medicine, studying functional medicine, environmental health, qigong, and holistic healing. Her healing journey was featured in the documentary Radical Remission. She is the author of the bestselling memoir Brave New Medicine and her new book, The Medicine of Flow (May 2026). In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Li dive into: (0:00) Why Healing Often Starts With What We Resist Most (3:15) Dr. Li's Personal Story and Healing Journey (5:50) The Ancient Practice That Helped Her Heal (18:04)  Why Letting Go Can Be More Powerful Than Trying Harder (20:54) The Counterintuitive Art of "Untrying (27:58) How Fear Quietly Drains Your Energy and Health (31:26) What a Near-Death Experience Revealed About Living Fully (36:50) The Invisible Stressors Wearing Down Your Body (45:45) Why Most of Us Are Living Outside Our Bodies (55:18) There Is No One-Size-Fits-All Healing Path (1:07:14) What Science Is Finally Confirming About Flow States (1:23:48) Final Takeaway That Could Change How You Heal Also mentioned in this episode: The Medicine of Flow: Harmonizing Your Inner State for Effortless Healing For more on Dr. Li, follow her on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or visit her Website. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, BiOptimizers, Puori, and Birch Living.  Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Upgrade your sleep! Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 15% off your entire order and a free bottle of MassZymes. Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout. Summer is the perfect time to invest in better sleep. Right now, Birch is offering my community an exclusive 20% off during their Summer Sale.?just head to birchliving.com/dhru today. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Fatty15, Momentous, Puori, and Bon Charge. Heart disease is still the #1 killer worldwide, but most heart attacks don?t happen overnight. They?re built quietly through years of poor sleep, chronic stress, lack of movement, ultra-processed food, and everyday habits we rarely question. The good news? Many of the biggest risk factors are within our control. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we are revisiting one of our favorite episodes with cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Jeremy London to unpack the hidden lifestyle patterns that dramatically increase your risk for heart disease and heart attacks. From sleep deprivation and chronic stress to exercise, nutrition, and recovery, Dr. London explains the daily decisions that either protect or damage your heart over time. He also opens up about surviving his own heart attack and how that experience completely transformed the way he approaches prevention, patient care, and long-term health. If you want to better understand how heart disease develops and what you can do today to prevent it, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Jeremy London is a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon with over 25 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and trained in surgery in Denver and Charlotte. To expand his approach, he completed the Institute of Functional Medicine?s core program, integrating a root-cause, whole-body perspective with traditional medicine. Dr. London?s mission is to share practical, easy-to-understand health information through his newsletter, podcast, and social media.   In this episode, Dhru and Dr. London dive into:  (0:00) Introduction (0:31) The Habits Fast-Tracking Heart Disease (5:03) The Blood Sugar Markers Damaging Your Heart (10:21) Why Chronic Stress Harms Heart Health (17:37) What High Blood Pressure Is Really Doing (26:43) The Most Important Tests For Prevention (30:36) The Heart Attack That Changed Dr. London?s Life (55:57) How Sleep Deprivation Breaks Down The Body (1:09:06) How Food Changes Your Physiology (1:21:30) Why Metabolic Health Matters So Much (1:31:48) The Key Tests Dr. London Recommends (1:37:47) Why Alcohol-Based Mouthwash May Be Harmful (1:40:25) Dr. London?s Experience With Alcohol (1:48:33) The Coffee Habit That Impacts Heart Health (1:51:57) What To Do During A Heart Attack (1:57:35) Final Thoughts And Key Takeaways Also mentioned in this episode: Eight Sleep For more on Dr. London, follow him on X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Fatty15, Momentous, Puori, and Bon Charge. Fatty15 is on a mission to support healthy aging for all ages by offering an additional 15% off its 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to fatty15.com/dhru and use code DHRU to replenish your C15 levels for long-term health. Right now, Momentous is offering our listeners up to 35% off their first order with promo code DHRU. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout.  Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light Cap. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, Puori, Rythm Health, and Branch Basics. Some of the most harmful exposures in modern life don?t come all at once. They come from the small, everyday products and habits we rarely question. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Allison Evans to explore how the products we use in our homes every day may be quietly impacting our health. Allison shares her personal journey toward a low-toxin lifestyle and offers simple, practical ways to reduce toxic exposure without feeling overwhelmed. They discuss safer kitchen and laundry habits, the importance of water filtration, mold exposure, and how small intentional changes can help create a healthier home and family. Allison Evans, co-founder of Branch Basics, has dedicated herself to helping others reap the benefits of clean living. Removing toxins from her home and diet helped her overcome chronic pain and severe PCOS, and then several years later, a bad mold exposure and symptoms of chronic Lyme disease. She is passionate about helping others experience greater healing as she did.  In this episode, Dhru and Allison dive into: (0:00) Introduction  (1:57) Allison?s Low-Toxin Journey (10:12) The Impact of Pesticides & Cleaning Chemicals (15:57) The Hidden Toxin Hotspot in Your Home (22:44) Rethinking Household Products (36:59) Deceptive Marketing & Low-Toxin Living (38:40) The Harm of Traditional Cleaning Products (39:49) Why Keeping Your Home Dust-Free Matters (41:57) Why Mold Exposure Shouldn?t Be Ignored (47:26) Reducing Toxins During Pregnancy (53:39) Summer Do?s and Don?ts  (57:33) Hidden Chemicals in Everyday Beauty Products (1:04:47) Investing in a Low-Toxin Lifestyle (1:09:00) Smart Habits for Reducing Toxic Load (1:12:52) Final Thoughts Also mentioned in this episode: 20% of Branch Basics Premium Starter Kit - Code DHRU20 Try This: Reduce Plastic Exposure in Seven Days Loonen Water Ecos Paints Environmental Working Group MATE the Label PACT Apparel For more on Allison, follow her on Instagram, LinkedIn, Branch Basics socials: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, or visit their Website. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, Puori, Rythm Health, and Branch Basics. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout.  Right now, Rythm is offering my community 15% off your first month, plus free shipping at Rythm Health. Just go to rythm.health/DHRUPUROHIT to get 15% off at checkout. For one week only, Branch Basics is offering 20% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to  branchbasics.com/DHRU20 and use the coupon code DHRU20.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, One Skin, Our Place, and Cozy Earth. One of the most overlooked drivers of your brain health, metabolism, and longevity isn?t your diet or exercise?it?s whether your body feels safe. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Jessica Ortner to explore how tapping can help regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, and create lasting emotional and physical change. Jessica breaks down the science behind tapping and its ability to calm the body?s stress response. They dive into why so many people are stuck in chronic survival mode, how to recognize your own nervous system patterns, and the role of self-compassion in shifting those patterns. Jessica also shares a powerful tapping exercise to overcome feelings of ?not being good enough,? along with practical ways to proactively use tapping for procrastination, relationships, and parenting. For nearly two decades, Jessica Ortner has been helping people reduce stress, calm their minds, and feel more at home in their bodies. As a co-founder of The Tapping Solution, she has reached millions through bestselling books, transformative digital programs, and the leading EFT Tapping app, featuring thousands of guided sessions. Through her work?and the organization?s foundation?Jessica has helped bring practical, evidence-based emotional wellness tools to individuals, schools, and communities around the world. In this episode, Dhru and Jessica dive into: (0:00) Intro (1:05) Who should try tapping? (3:56) The Basics of Tapping (6:41) Nine Basic Pressure Points (12:42) How Tapping Helps with Stress Response (20:03) The Science Behind Lowering Stress (25:39) Living in Survival Mode (31:58) Nervous System Patterns (45:38) Feeling ?Not Good Enough.? (55:18) The Origin Story  (1:01:45) Pre-Meditative and Proactive Practice (1:08:07) Tapping for Couples, Kids, and Family Relationships (1:10:20) Being Present and Finding Balance (1:15:21) Trauma, Triggers (1:18:45) Being More Honest About Emotions (1:22:27) Helping Fight, Flight, or Shutdown Response (1:24:59) Addressing Sleep Problems (1:29:09) Jessica?s Final Thoughts and Advice Also mentioned in this episode: Rewired: The Breakthrough Tapping Method to Stop Overthinking, Calm Your Body, and Finally Feel at Ease The Tapping Solution App My ANTI-AGING Evening & Morning Routine To Look 18 Again (Living To 120+) | Bryan Johnson For more on Jessica and The Tapping Solution, follow them on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, TikTok, Threads, or visit their Website. This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, One Skin, Our Place, and Cozy Earth. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light Cap. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Reduce your toxic load by upgrading your cookware! Go to fromourplace.com today and use promo code DHRU at checkout to receive 10% off any order. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, LMNT, and Branch Basics. One of the strongest predictors of how long you?ll live has nothing to do with your labs or your workouts?but how you move every day.  Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with renowned foot and gait specialist Dr. Courtney Conley to unpack why walking may be one of the most overlooked yet powerful drivers of health and longevity. Dr. Conley breaks down the science of walking as medicine and explains why foot health plays a far bigger role than most people realize. They dive into gait speed as a key indicator of longevity and challenge the idea that pain means you should stop moving. She also shares practical ways to improve how you walk, rethink your footwear, and recognize early signs that your body isn?t getting what it needs. Dr. Courtney Conley is a leading foot and gait specialist and founder of Gait Happens, focused on helping people restore foot function and move without pain. She runs Total Health Solutions and Total Health Performance in Colorado, where she specializes in improving gait mechanics and resolving foot issues. She?s also a founding member of the Healthy Foot Alliance, promoting natural footwear and stronger foot foundations. She is the coauthor of the book WALK: Rediscover the Most Natural Way to Boost Your Health and Longevity?One Step at a Time. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Conley dive into: (0:00) Intro (0:32) Why Walking Matters (2:04) The Prescription We All Need  (4:08) The Surprising Link to Dementia Risk (6:43) Preventing Chronic Disease (8:49) Key Benefits of Walking (11:06) Big Toe & Longevity (18:04) Why Foot Pain Is So Common (22:23) Walking Speed & Strength (26:09) Lifestyle Impact of Walking (29:56) Why You?re Walking Less Than You Think (35:44) Simple Ways to Move More (52:12) The Footwear Problem (1:07:12) How to Walk Smarter  (1:14:45) Pain & Movement Myth (1:22:21) Your Body?s Early Red Flags (1:24:50) Small Changes, Big Impact (1:29:22) Final Takeaways Also mentioned in this episode: Walk: Rediscover the Most Natural Way to Boost Your Health and Longevity?One Step at a Time For more on Dr. Conley, follow her on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, or her  Websites: Gait Happens and Dr. Courtney Conley. This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, LMNT, and Branch Basics. Upgrade your digestion with enzymes! Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 15% off your entire order, plus a free bottle of MassZymes added automatically Check out LMNT?s new refreshing pink lemonade and lemonade iced tea flavors. Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free 8-count sample pack with any purchase. Head over to drinkLMNT.com/dhru today. Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Make 2026 your cleanest, healthiest year.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, Momentous, Rho, and Fatty15. Gut conversations around the changes happening in menopause aren?t discussed enough, and yet, they may explain why so many women suddenly feel like their body is working against them. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Cynthia Thurlow to unpack the seven big ideas around the gut transition during perimenopause and menopause. This conversation reveals how the gut becomes a central driver of aging, brain health, metabolism, and inflammation in midlife. Cynthia breaks down why so many women experience symptoms like brain fog, weight gain, and fatigue, how shifts in the microbiome and hormones are connected, and the overlooked role of compounds like butyrate, fiber, and circadian habits. She also shares her own wake-up call, the hidden signs of leaky gut, and the simple, high-impact strategies women can use to restore balance, protect their brain, and take back control of how they age. Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, author, and host of the Everyday Wellness podcast. With over 25 years of experience, she?s a leading voice in intermittent fasting and women?s health, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Her TEDx talk on intermittent fasting has over 15 million views. Her mission is to help women thrive through midlife and beyond. Her new book, The Menopause Gut: Balance Your Microbiome to Reclaim Your Health in Midlife and Beyond, releases on April 28, 2026. In this episode, Dhru and Cynthia dive into: (0:00) Introduction (0:58) The hidden driver of aging that most people ignore (4:08) Why menopause is a turning point for your gut (6:42) What actually happens when you neglect your gut (12:07) The two biggest disruptors wrecking your microbiome (20:35) How to rebuild your gut without overcomplicating it (24:53) The ?microgenderome? and why it changes everything for women (27:59) The gut crisis Cynthia didn?t see coming (35:51) The signs you might have leaky gut (and what to do) (39:59) What?s really setting your pace of aging (43:46) Why pre-menopause is a brain shift, not just hormonal (48:47) Why your fiber might be backfiring (55:07) The surprising place bone loss actually begins (1:04:45) Why body composition feels out of your control (1:09:37) The simplest habit that impacts everything (1:16:47) Important advice for navigating menopause (1:22:08) The non-negotiable habits to double down on in midlife Also mentioned in this episode: The Menopause Gut: Balance Your Microbiome to Reclaim Your Health in Midlife and Beyond The Step By Step Longevity Protocol this 72 Year Old Followed to Reverse Her Osteopenia, Build Muscle and Become the Oldest American Ninja Warrior DEXA Scans  For more on Cynthia, follow her on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, Apple Podcasts, and her Website. This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, Momentous, and Fatty15. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light Cap. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Right now, Momentous is offering our listeners up to 35% off their first order with promo code DHRU. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Try Rho Nutrition today and experience the difference of Liposomal Technology. Use code DHRU for 20% OFF everything at rhonutrition.com/discount/dhru. Fatty15 is offering an additional 15% off its 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to fatty15.com/dhru and use code DHRU to replenish your C15 levels for long-term health. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Sunlighten.  Heat isn?t just about comfort; it?s a powerful biological signal that can reshape your health from the inside out. When used intentionally, it may unlock benefits for your heart, brain, and mood that most people overlook. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with New York Times best-selling author Bill Gifford to explore the powerful and often overlooked role of heat in human health and longevity. Bill breaks down how sauna use may reduce the risk of heart disease, Alzheimer?s, and even depression, while offering practical, real-world guidance on how to use heat safely and effectively. This conversation goes beyond trends, unpacking the science of heat therapy, its cultural roots, and how simple habits can profoundly impact long-term health. Bill Gifford is the co-author of the New York Times bestsellers Outlive and Spring Chicken: Stay Young Forever (Or Die Trying). A veteran magazine writer and editor, he is deeply interested in extraordinary athletes and cutting-edge health science. He is a longtime contributing editor at Outside, and his work has appeared in Wired, Bloomberg Businessweek, Men?s Health, Bicycling, Slate, and The Best American Sports Writing. In this episode, Dhru and Bill dive into: (0:00) What if heat is the missing key (0:28) The shocking Finnish data (2:14) Ancient ritual to modern science (4:21) The moment heat changed Bill?s life (7:14) Why cultures prioritized sweating (11:31) Slashing your risk of heart disease (19:07) Heat for sleep, mood, and depression? (29:24) The Alzheimer?s link (34:09) ?Mommy proteins? and brain cleanup (36:02) How to sauna for your body (38:35) Why humans evolved to sweat (54:52) Amplifying the benefits of exercise (56:25) The cost of constant comfort (1:07:22) Sauna do?s and don?ts (1:22:10) The numbers that change everything (1:26:23) The basics most people miss (1:28:50) Where to go deeper Also mentioned in this episode: Hotwired: How the Hidden Power of Heat Makes Us Stronger Try This: 4 Fascinating (and wild) Things I?ve Come Across This Week For more on Bill, follow him on X/Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Sunlighten.  Right now, Sunlighten is offering exclusive savings for my community. You can save up to $1,900 plus free shipping when you go to sunlighten.com and use the code DHRU when you fill out the Get Pricing form.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, Our Place, and AquaTru. What if trauma isn?t just something you feel but something physically happening inside your body? This episode challenges everything we?ve been told about PTSD and reveals a new way of thinking about healing. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Eugene Lipov to unpack a bold new perspective on trauma and why it may not be a mental health disorder, but a physical injury to the nervous system. Dr. Lipov explains what?s really happening in the body during PTSD, the hidden role of the sympathetic nervous system, and how trauma can quietly impact everything from aging and chronic disease to relationships and daily energy. He shares the unexpected discovery behind the Stellate Ganglion Block, often called the ?God Shot,? and walks through how this procedure may rapidly reset the body?s stress response. Along the way, he dives into his personal story, the growing interest and skepticism around this approach, and what the latest research is beginning to reveal.  Dr. Eugene Lipov is one of the world?s leading experts in treating symptoms related to post-traumatic stress and a pioneer in the use of Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) for PTSD. Shaped by a deeply personal history, growing up with a father suffering from PTSD and a mother who battled severe depression and ultimately took her own life, Dr. Lipov has dedicated his career to helping others heal from trauma and restore hope. In 2006, he introduced the use of SGB as a treatment for PTSD. The technique involves an injection of medication into a bundle of nerves in the neck and has been widely used for pain relief, hot flashes, and shingles, and is now emerging as a promising approach to alleviating symptoms of trauma. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Lipov dive into: (0:00) Introduction (2:08) The Idea That Could Change Trauma Treatment Forever (4:05) What?s Really Happening Inside The Body During PTSD (8:35) The Hidden Nerve System Driving Your Stress (11:02) The Unexpected Discovery That Started It All (22:21) Could This Work For You (35:22) Why It?s An Injury And Not A Disorder (39:05) Why The Current System Might Be Getting This Wrong (45:57) What Actually Happens When This ?Switch? Gets Flipped (58:29) Why Trauma Might Be Aging You Faster Than You Think (1:18:52) What The Latest Research Is Starting To Reveal (1:25:23) Why People Call This The ?God Shot? (1:35:26) What More Doctors Are Starting To Notice (1:42:02) The Risks You Need To Know Before Considering This (2:00:06) What Dr. Lipov Changed His Mind About (2:09:22) The One Thing He Wants Everyone To Understand Also mentioned in this episode: Brain on Fire: Doomscrolling, the Hidden Biology of Digital Life, and the Fight for Attention; The Science of Reclaiming Mental Health It?s PTSI site  Publications mentioned by Dr. Lipov TEDx: PTSD to PTSI, An alternative perspective Dr. Eugene Lipov Stellate Ganglion Block for the Treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled Trial Department of Veterans Affairs Position on Effectiveness of Stelate Ganglion Block  What Near-Death Experiences Reveal about Life and Beyond with Dr. Bruce Greyson Anita Moorjani on Her Top Lessons Learned from Her Near-Death Experience For more on Dr. Lipov, follow him on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Spotify, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, Our Place, and AquaTru. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Reduce your toxic load by upgrading your cookware! Go to fromourplace.com today and use promo code DHRU at checkout to receive 10% off any order. Aqua Tru is a countertop reverse osmosis purifier with a four-stage filtration system that removes 15x more contaminants than the bestselling water filters out there. Go to dhrupurohit.com/filter and get $100 off when you try AquaTru for yourself. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, Puori, Branch Basics, and LMNT. Most people are doing their best to stay healthy in a world their biology doesn?t recognize. They?re following modern advice, stacking routines, and trying to keep up, while their body is quietly asking for something much more basic. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with physician and author Dr. John La Puma to unpack the hidden health consequences of modern indoor living and why he calls it an ?Indoor Epidemic.? Dr. La Puma explains how spending the majority of our time indoors disrupts our circadian rhythm, accelerates aging, and increases the risk of chronic disease. He also breaks down the powerful role of light as a biological signal influencing mood, energy, and sleep, and explains why even small doses can significantly impact our health.  Dr. John La Puma is a two-time New York Times bestselling author, board-certified internist, and professionally trained chef who pioneered Culinary Medicine. He now pioneers EcoMedicine from his small regenerative teaching farm. His upcoming book, Indoor Epidemic, reveals a clinically validated intervention, presenting nature as foundational medicine, an essential component of health, and the missing pillar in optimizing longevity and healthspan. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. La Puma dive into: (0:00) Intro (00:10) How indoor living impacts our health (01:29) More time indoors increases chronic disease risk (04:30) What the data really reveals (08:20) ?Digital obesity? and resetting brain signals (10:58) The benefits of spending time outdoors (22:48) Light as a natural antidepressant (27:48) Indoor living and accelerated aging (36:30) Dr. La Puma?s origin story and mission (47:27) Small habits that drive long-term change (59:22) Simple ways to improve your diet (1:00:49) How gardening supports overall health (1:14:22) Staying productive in a busy world (1:21:45) How schools can support children?s health (1:28:37) Social connection and community (1:36:17) The health benefits of nature (1:40:33) Where to find Dr. La Puma?s work Also mentioned in this episode: Indoor Epidemic: 93% Inside Steals Sleep, Focus & Years--7% Outdoor Rx Restores Them La Puma Farms For more on Dr. La Puma, follow him on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, Puori, Branch Basics, and LMNT. Upgrade your digestion with enzymes! Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 15% off any MassZymes order and all BiOptimizers products. Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout.  Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Make 2026 your cleanest, healthiest year yet with Branch Basics! Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. Head over to drinkLMNT.com/dhru today. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Our Place, Bon Charge, Cozy Earth, and Maui Nui. We tend to think of vision as an eye issue. But it?s really a brain issue. Nearly half the brain is involved in processing visual information, which means the way we use our eyes can shape our focus, energy, and cognitive performance more than most people realize. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with neuro-optometrist Dr. Bryce Appelbaum to explore why our vision is about far more than eyesight, and how the way we use our eyes every day can profoundly shape brain function, focus, and overall well-being. Dr. Appelbaum explains how modern habits, especially constant screen exposure, are quietly straining our visual system and nervous system. He shares practical strategies to reduce daily eye stress, exercises that can strengthen your visual system and improve attention, and the role of peripheral awareness, movement, and sports in training the eye-brain connection. Dr. Appelbaum also debunks common myths about dyslexia and reading challenges, discusses blue light and screen overload, and breaks down his approach to building visual resilience in a digital world.  Dr. Bryce Appelbaum is a neuro-optometrist and the founder and CEO of MyVisionFirst, a leading practice specializing in functional vision care for all ages. He is known for his work optimizing the eye-brain connection through Vision Performance Training, helping patients recover from concussion-related vision issues, improve visual performance, and build resilience in today?s screen-heavy world. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Appelbaum dive into: (0:00) Intro (00:47) The powerful neurological link between your eyes and brain (03:38) The modern habits quietly damaging our vision (05:03) Simple ways to reduce daily eye strain (09:26) The long-term consequences of neglecting vision health (14:13) How visual overload leads to brain fog and burnout (19:24) Vision exercises you can do anywhere and why peripheral vision matters (29:43) Dr. Appelbaum?s journey overcoming his own vision challenges (34:14) The truth about dyslexia and reading struggles (45:02) Protecting your eyes in a screen-dominated world (57:08) The surprising power of ?eye push-ups? (1:03:06) The best sports for training your eyes and brain (1:07:14) Do reading glasses actually help? (1:10:22) Supplements that support eye health (1:21:56) Why reading makes some people sleepy (1:33:36) Light sensitivity and night driving issues explained (1:36:05) What parents should know about kids? eye development (1:38:03) Where to find Dr. Appelbaum?s work Also mentioned in this episode: Take the free online vision assessment  Try ScreenFit for Free Free Guide: 5 Steps to Better Vision  Heads up: This is an affiliate link, so I may earn a commission if you purchase through it, at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I use myself or truly believe are worth it. Learn more about ScreenFit $200 off ScreenFit? using code DHRU at screenfit.com/enroll 10% off Digital Performance Lenses using code DHRU The Cancer & Dementia Link Nobody Warned You About with Dr. Satchin Panda LED lighting Undermines Human Visual Performance  The Brain Training That Actually Lowered Dementia Risk Over 20 Years For more on Dr. Appelbaum, follow him on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Our Place, Bon Charge, Cozy Earth, and Maui Nui. Reduce your toxic load by upgrading your cookware! Go to fromourplace.com today and use promo code DHRU to save 40% off from March 23rd through April 12th. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light Cap. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Right now, Maui Nui Venison is offering my listeners a FREE 12-pack of venison jerky sticks with your first order of $79 or more! Just go to mauinuivenison.com/dhru to secure your access now, but hurry, supply is limited! Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori, One Skin, Rho, and Momentous. Most people trying to lose belly fat are focused on the wrong things. They?re chasing trends, stacking tactics, and putting energy into strategies that barely move the needle, while the biggest drivers of visceral fat often go overlooked. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with fitness expert and Mind Pump co-founder, Sal Di Stefano, to break down what actually matters when it comes to visceral fat. Using a tier-ranking framework, Sal categorizes the biggest contributors to fat gain and the most effective strategies for reducing it. He shares why visceral fat is more dangerous than most people realize, unpacks the real role of hormones like cortisol, testosterone, and estrogen, and clears up the confusion around menopause, hormone replacement therapy, and fat loss. Sal also ranks the impact of sleep, alcohol, ultra-processed foods, and stress, while breaking down the highest-leverage habits for fat loss.  Sal Di Stefano began his fitness journey at just 18, quickly rising to prominence as a trainer and opening some of the largest big-box gyms in the California Bay Area. By 24, he launched a wellness-focused fitness studio that combined expertise in hormones, nutrition, gut health, and fitness training. It was during this time that Sal developed his unique, behavior-focused approach to achieving lasting health and fitness success. Today, Sal is a highly sought-after expert known for his practical, easy-to-apply insights. As co-host of the Mind Pump Podcast, the world?s top fitness and health podcast, he?s appeared on hundreds of leading shows and frequently speaks at events for trainers and health practitioners. In this episode, Dhru and Sal dive into: (0:00) Introduction (1:27) The Hidden Fat You Can?t See and Why It?s Dangerous (4:36) Why Menopause Weight Gain Isn?t What You Think (8:57) Can Hormone Therapy Actually Help You Lose Weight? (17:24) The Truth About Testosterone and Belly Fat (21:42) The Stress Hormone Quietly Driving Belly Fat (27:57) The Impact of HRT in Women (32:36) The Sleep Mistakes Wrecking Your Health (39:32) The Fat-Burning Power of Heavy Lifting (41:40) The Most Underrated Exercise for Weight Loss (48:17) Do You Have to Cut Alcohol? (55:52) GLP-1s Explained: Who Should Use Them and Who Shouldn?t (1:07:36) The Real Problem With Ultra-Processed Foods (1:14:45) Fiber and the Gut Connection You?re Missing (1:22:31) Creatine Myths That Need to Die (1:26:46) Sprinting: Game-Changer or Overhyped? (1:29:41) The Mindset Shift That Changes Your Health and Your Life (1:39:26) How Modern Life Is Quietly Making Us Unhealthy (1:43:00) How to Find Truth in a World Full of Health Noise Also mentioned in this episode: Study on Changes in body composition and weight during the menopause transition  Try This Newsletter on Stress and Cortisol  The 4 Big Causes Of Visceral Belly Fat & How To Burn It ASAP Dr. Vinay Prasad: What is the truth about alcohol consumption For more on Sal and Mind Pump, follow them on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, TikTok, YouTube, and their Website. This episode is brought to you by Puori, One Skin, Rho, and Momentous. Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout.  Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Try Rho Nutrition today and experience the difference of Liposomal Technology. Use code DHRU for 20% OFF everything at rhonutrition.com/discount/dhru. Right now, Momentous is offering our listeners up to 35% off their first order with promo code DHRU. Head to ?livemomentous.com? and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, BiOptimizers,  Maui Nui, and One Skin.  We?ve been told that cognitive decline is just a normal part of aging. But what if the real story has less to do with age and more to do with how we?re living? Your brain is constantly adapting to the signals you give it, and those signals may matter far more than you think. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with neuroscientist and performance expert Dr. Tommy Wood to challenge the idea that cognitive decline is inevitable and reveal how our modern lifestyle may be quietly reshaping our brain health. Dr. Wood explains why dementia risk is often a mismatch problem, breaks down the Movement Funnel and the three types of exercise that stimulate different brain networks, and shares his ?3 S?s? framework for building long-term resilience. He also unpacks the science behind high-intensity training, purpose and social connection, brain training, stress, creatine, and what truly separates superagers from everyone else. Dr. Tommy Wood is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Neuroscience at the University of Washington, where his research focuses on brain health across the lifespan, from newborn brain injury to adult traumatic brain injury and long-term cognitive decline. He earned an undergraduate degree in biochemistry from the University of Cambridge, a medical degree from the University of Oxford, and a PhD in Physiology and Neuroscience from the University of Oslo. He has consulted with elite athletes, including multiple Formula 1 drivers, and serves as Director and Treasurer of the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine and as Head of Research for the dementia-prevention charity Food for the Brain. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Wood dive into: (0:00) Intro (2:03) Cognitive decline isn?t a brain issue; it?s a lifestyle mismatch (10:18) The overlooked force that could matter more than any supplement. (15:00) How modern life quietly reshaped our thinking about aging and mortality (18:37) The evolutionary truth your body and brain still expect from you (30:29) The landmark study that changed how scientists view dementia risk (41:06) Why pushing your limits might sharpen your mind faster (44:00) The framework that explains why your workouts may not be enough (50:57) What early childhood movement reveals about lifelong brain resilience (57:30) The three simple levers that could shift your brain?s trajectory (1:18:06) Why brain games are not the full answer to cognitive longevity (1:28:22) How purpose-driven communities seem to outperform biology (1:35:57) The counterintuitive way to think about stress and long-term health (1:41:28) The surprising compound that fuels both muscle and mind (1:46:50) What truly separates superagers from everyone else (1:53:03) The mindset shift that ties everything together Also mentioned in this episode: The Stimulated Mind Brain HQ Creative Experiences and Brain Clocks Study For more on Dr. Wood, follow him on X/Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Apple Podcasts, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, BiOptimizers, Maui Nui, and One Skin.  Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Upgrade your digestion with enzymes! Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 15% off any MassZymes order and all BiOptimizers products. Right now, Maui Nui Venison is offering my listeners a limited collection of my favorite cuts and products and a FREE 12-pack of venison jerky sticks with your first order of $79 or more! Just go to mauinuivenison.com/dhru to secure your access now, but hurry, supply is limited! Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori, Fatty15, Our Place, and Branch Basics. When it comes to pregnancy, most advice focuses on what to avoid. But what if the real conversation should be about what actively builds your baby?s brain and long-term health? Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Jessie Inchauspé to discuss the four building blocks of pregnancy nutrition. Dhru and Jessie dive into the hidden impact of glucose on your baby?s developing brain, the pregnancy nutrition myths that need to go, and the overlooked nutrient that helps wire memory before birth. They unpack nausea and food aversions, share simple glucose hacks every pregnant mom should know. Jessie also highlights the protein mistake most moms don?t realize they?re making, explains the connection between glucose, inflammation, and the brain cells few people talk about, and breaks down the truth about ?eating for two.?   Jessie Inchauspé is on a mission to translate cutting-edge science into simple, practical tools for better physical and mental health. As the founder of the popular @GlucoseGoddess account, she shares life-changing food habits with hundreds of thousands of people. In her bestselling book Glucose Revolution, she uncovers how blood sugar shapes everything from cravings to fertility and offers easy, science-backed hacks to optimize it, without giving up the foods you love. In this episode, Dhru and Jessie dive into:  (0:00) Intro (2:13) The hidden impact of glucose on your baby?s brain (10:00) Pregnancy nutrition myths that need to go (12:10) The overlooked nutrient that helps wire memory (18:18) Nausea and food aversions (19:46) Simple glucose hacks every pregnant mom should know (31:24) The fish debate: what actually matters for baby?s brain (34:43) The protein mistake most moms don?t realize they?re making (39:41) Glucose, inflammation & the brain cells no one talks about (44:30) Dhru opens up about his wife?s pregnancy journey (47:31) Are you really ?eating for two?? The calorie truth (53:30) How Jessie feeds her son (and why it matters) (55:20) What Jessie would do differently before getting pregnant (1:00:20) The protein powder Jessie personally uses Also mentioned in this episode: 9 Months That Count Forever  Autism Prevention 5 Days a Week For more on Jessie, follow her on Facebook,  X/Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, or visit her Website. This episode is brought to you by Puori, Fatty15, Our Place, and Branch Basics. Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout.  Fatty15 is offering an additional 15% off its 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to fatty15.com/dhru and use code DHRU to replenish your C15 levels for long-term health. Reduce your toxic load by upgrading your cookware! Go to fromourplace.com today and use promo code DHRU at checkout to receive 10% off any order. Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Make 2026 your cleanest, healthiest year yet with Branch Basics! Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, LMNT, Maui Nui, and One Skin. When we think about weight loss, it?s usually framed as a matter of willpower. Eat less. Move more. Try harder. But this episode explores an alternative perspective. Dr. Jason Fung argues that obesity isn?t simply about calories, but about hunger, hormones, and what he describes as a biological ?fat thermostat? that may be working against you. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Jason Fung to unpack his framework for understanding weight gain and fat loss. Dr. Fung explains why he believes calorie restriction often fails, the three types of hunger he describes, and how what he calls ?over-hunger? may drive weight gain more than overeating alone. He also breaks down his concept of the ?fat thermostat,? metabolic compensation, and what he believes we can learn from other cultures about food environments. He shares his views on GLP-1 drugs, protein needs, and the three ?golden rules? he recommends for resetting hunger naturally. Dr. Jason Fung is a Nephrologist, researcher, and bestselling author known for reshaping the conversation around obesity, diabetes, and fasting. His books, The Obesity Code, The Diabetes Code, and The Complete Guide to Fasting, have sold over 1 million copies worldwide and have challenged conventional treatment approaches for type 2 diabetes. He is also the author of The Cancer Code and cofounder of The Fasting Method, a program that helps people lose weight and reverse type 2 diabetes through evidence-based fasting. His work has been featured in CNN, Time, The Atlantic, and Forbes. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Fung dive into: (0:00) Intro (00:37) The Real Problem Isn?t Overeating. It?s Over-Hunger (5:26) The 3 Types of Hunger (And Which One Is Controlling You) (13:08) Are Some Calories Actually More Fattening Than Others? (17:07) The ?Fat Thermostat? That?s Secretly Defending Your Weight (33:51) How Ultra-Processed Foods Hijack Your Hormones (41:46) The ?Healthy? Ultra-Processed Foods Hiding in Plain Sight (45:10) What Other Countries Get Right About Food (That We Don?t) (52:00) Who Told Us We Needed to Snack Every 3 Hours? (55:50) Are You Eating Enough Protein?  (1:03:23) GLP-1s: Breakthrough Tool or Temporary Fix? (1:12:34) The 3 Golden Rules That Actually Reset Hunger (1:19:45) Can You Overeat ?Healthy? Food?  (1:21:45) Why Mindless Eating Is More Powerful Than You Think (1:29:35) The Hidden Habits That Keep You Hungry (1:37:12) Health Markers That Reveal Your Metabolism Is Struggling (1:45:10) Where to Go Deeper with Dr. Jason Fung Also mentioned in this episode: The Hunger Code: Resetting Your Body's Fat Thermostat in the Age of Ultra-Processed Food Dr. Jason Fung Masterclass  The Biggest Ozempic Mistakes: What to Do After GLP-1 Drugs to Keep the Weight Off for Good with Dr. Holly Wyatt and Dr. James Hill For more on Dr. Fung, follow him on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, LMNT, Maui Nui, and One Skin. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Check out LMNT?s new refreshing slim sparkling cans in Pineapple Salt, Lemonade Salt, Black Cherry Salt, and Orange Salt! Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free electrolyte sample pack with any purchase. Head over to drinkLMNT.com/dhru today. Right now, Maui Nui Venison is offering my listeners a limited collection of my favorite cuts and products and a FREE 12-pack of venison jerky sticks with your first order of $79 or more! Just go to mauinuivenison.com/dhru to secure your access now, but hurry, supply is limited! Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, BiOptimizers, Momentous, and Branch Basics.   When we think about cognitive decline, it?s often framed as something inevitable, something that just happens with age. But this episode challenges that narrative, revealing that brain health is far more dynamic, responsive, and within our control than we?ve been led to believe. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Majid Fotuhi to unpack what it really takes to protect, strengthen, and even improve your brain as you age. Dr. Fotuhi explains why cognitive decline exists on a spectrum, how lifestyle choices can slow or prevent it, and what the latest research says about reversing early Alzheimer?s. He shares powerful patient stories, breaks down the surprising link between hearing loss and memory issues, and outlines his Five Pillars of Brain Health. Dr. Fotuhi also dives into Tau PET scans, cutting-edge brain training strategies, and why taking action now may be the single most important decision you make for your future cognitive health. Dr. Majid Fotuhi is a neurologist specializing in memory, concussion, and successful aging. With over 30 years of teaching, clinical practice, and neuroscience research at Harvard Medical School and Johns Hopkins, he has developed a multidisciplinary program to help people of all ages improve memory and attention. The results of his program have been published in numerous scientific journals and in his three books. Passionate about public education on brain health, Dr. Fotuhi also teaches in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at George Washington University and at Harvard Medical School. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Fotuhi dive into: (0:00) Intro (00:39) Can you slow cognitive decline (2:30) The overlooked daily habits that make or break your brain (6:56) Surprising patient results (17:50) Understanding the spectrum of cognitive decline (22:36) The surprising link between hearing loss and memory loss (30:54) How research on reversing Alzheimer?s has evolved (37:27) Why waiting for symptoms could be your biggest mistake (40:25) The Five Pillars of Brain Health (53:12) The most powerful brain reset you?re probably undervaluing (56:29) Brain-friendly nutrition: what to embrace and what to avoid (1:07:00) Purpose, mindset, and cortisol: the hidden brain chemistry connection (1:17:23) Tau PET scans explained: what they reveal about your brain (1:29:24) Can you train your brain like a muscle? (1:35:27) Inside the 12-week brain training protocol (1:42:42) Dr. Fotuhi?s most important brain health advice Also mentioned in this episode: The Invincible Brain: The Clinically Proven Plan to Age-Proof Your Brain and Stay Sharp for Life Is Eating Fish Safe? A Lot Safer Than Not Eating Fish! Seatopia Fish For more on Dr. Fotuhi, follow him on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, BiOptimizers, Momentous, and Branch Basics. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light Cap. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Upgrade your digestion with enzymes! Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 15% off any MassZymes order and all BiOptimizers products. Right now, Momentous is offering our listeners up to 35% off their first order with promo code DHRU. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Make 2026 your cleanest, healthiest year.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori, Cozy Earth, Fatty15, and Birch Living. Circadian rhythm is one of the most overlooked drivers of long-term health. It influences when we sleep, how we metabolize food, how our brain repairs itself, and even how our immune system functions. When this internal clock falls out of sync, the effects ripple through every system in the body. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with circadian biology expert Dr. Satchin Panda to explore the four pillars of circadian health and how losing alignment can contribute to cognitive decline and Alzheimer?s disease. Dr. Panda shares key strategies to reduce your risk and breaks down the science behind why protecting your master clock is critical for preventing chronic disease. He also explains the importance of time-restricted eating, how timing influences the effectiveness of medications and cancer immunotherapy, and the role exercise plays in detoxification.  Dr. Satchin Panda is a world-renowned pioneer in circadian biology and a Professor at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, where he holds the Rita and Richard Atkinson Chair. Recently named a semifinalist in the XPRIZE Healthspan competition, Dr. Panda leads "Team Circadian" in groundbreaking research to reverse biological aging through rhythmic optimization. His discovery of the blue-light sensitive protein melanopsin and his extensive research on time-restricted eating have reshaped global health guidelines, leading to featured presentations at premier international forums including the American Diabetes Association and the professional diabetes societies of Europe and Australia. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Panda dive into: (0:00) Intro (00:59) The Circadian?Alzheimer?s Connection (3:00) Why Light Controls Your Health (26:36) Sleep as Brain Defense  (34:01) Inside Your Master Clock  (38:17) Why Meal Timing Matters  (49:33) Time-Restricted Eating Explained  (57:12) Timing Your Medications  (1:01:27) Circadian Biology & Cancer Treatment  (1:09:25) Exercise as Cancer Insurance  (1:16:01) What Exercise Does at the Cellular Level  (1:26:23) Minimum Effective Dose of Movement  (1:57:47) The Circadian Challenge  (2:06:21) Circadian Rhythm as Your Operating System  (2:11:20) Final Takeaways  Also mentioned in this episode: OnTime Health App  Human Performance Alliance  For more on Dr. Satchin Panda, follow him on X/Twitter, Instagram, Ontime Health?s Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Puori, Cozy Earth, Fatty15, and Birch Living. Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout.  Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Fatty15 is offering an additional 15% off its 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to fatty15.com/dhru and use code DHRU to replenish your C15 levels for long-term health. Birch is exclusively offering my community 27% off their Birch Living mattress?just head to birchliving.com/dhru today. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, LMNT, Maui Nui, and Branch Basics.  When we think about fitness and health, walking is often seen as ?too easy? to matter. But this episode challenges that assumption, revealing how walking with weight taps into a deeply human ability that builds strength, resilience, and long-term health in ways most modern workouts miss. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Michael Easter to explore walking with weight, a forgotten human practice that quietly shaped our bodies, minds, and resilience, and what happens when modern life removes it. Michael traces the evolutionary roots of carrying and movement, explains why many popular fitness approaches fall short, and reveals how this deceptively simple practice can transform strength, endurance, metabolic health, and mental clarity. Michael challenges our obsession with comfort, unpacks the science behind walking with weight, and shares practical insights on how small, intentional discomfort can help us live stronger, more capable, and more resilient lives in a hyper-convenient world. Michael Easter is a New York Times bestselling author who travels the world uncovering practical, science-backed ideas for living healthier, happier, and more remarkable lives. His reporting has taken him from war zones to the Arctic to the Bolivian jungle, where he?s interviewed thousands of experts, from Nobel laureates to elite athletes, and analyzed cutting-edge research. He shares these insights through his bestselling books The Comfort Crisis and Scarcity Brain, as well as his newsletter Two Percent. His work is used by professional sports teams, Fortune 500 companies, and elite military units, and has helped millions rethink health, performance, and modern life. In this episode, Dhru and Michael dive into:  (0:00) Intro (00:37) Why humans were designed to walk and what we?ve forgotten(04:28) What happens when you add weight to your walks(12:37) Running, carrying, and the hidden blueprint of human movement(20:00) The Tarahumara tribe and what modern fitness gets wrong(26:11) The real idea behind ?Walk With Weight?(31:29) Why choosing comfort may be costing you health and resilience(34:24) Simple, real-world ways to start walking with weight(38:24) How weighted walking quietly increases calorie burn(40:04) What the research actually says about walking with weight(47:27) The easiest way to begin walking with weight(56:12) The overlooked science behind weighted walking benefits(1:02:00) The surprising mental and emotional gains from walking with weight(1:09:39) How Michael suggests introducing this practice to others(1:12:07) Where to explore more of Michael?s work Also mentioned in this episode: Walk with Weight: The Definitive Guide to Rucking Walkfully Site For more on Michael, follow him on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, Threads, Substack, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, LMNT, Maui Nui, and Branch Basics.  Upgrade your digestion with enzymes! Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 15% off any MassZymes order and all BiOptimizers products during their Valentine's Day deal. Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. Head over to drinkLMNT.com/dhru today. Right now, Maui Nui Venison is offering my listeners exclusive access to their brand-new Always Summer Sausage, the cleanest, most nutrient-dense lunch meat you?ll find. Just go to mauinuivenison.com/DHRU to get yours today.  Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Make 2026 your cleanest, healthiest year yet with Branch Basics! Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, Momentous, Cozy Earth, and Our Place. When we think about aging, menopause is often framed as something to endure or ?get through.? But this episode challenges that narrative, revealing menopause as a powerful biological and neurological transition that can unlock greater clarity, resilience, and purpose.  Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Mindy Pelz to reframe menopause as a powerful biological, psychological, and cultural initiation, not a decline. Dr. Pelz traces the mythology and history that shaped how we view menopause, explains what modern science gets right (and wrong), and unpacks why intense emotions, brain changes, and identity shifts are not signs of dysfunction but signals of transformation. She also dives into practical guidance around nutrition, glucose balance, hormones, genetics, and daily habits that support women in this stage of life, while offering insight into how men can better support the women they love.    Dr. Mindy Pelz is a New York Times bestselling author, visionary educator, and trailblazer in women?s health and hormone science with over two decades of experience building a global movement that helps women understand and harness the power of their bodies at every stage of life. Her new book Age Like a Girl blends cutting-edge science with personal insight to show how fasting, nutrition, and lifestyle shifts can balance hormones, boost energy, and turn midlife?s neurochemical changes into a launchpad for purpose and reinvention. With a Doctorate of Chiropractic and a background in functional nutrition, she brings both rigor and heart to her work championing a bold message: aging isn?t a decline; it?s an evolution, and now is the time for women to get stronger, clearer, and more connected to who they truly are. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Mindy dive into: (0:00) Intro (1:04) The ancient meaning of menopause and how we lost it (3:08) The forgotten roadmap of a woman?s life (6:42) How menopause became medicalized and what we lost along the way (12:28) What today?s menopause conversation gets wrong (19:19) Why emotional intensity is a message, not a malfunction (31:17) The nervous-system breaking point that changed everything for Dr. Mindy (40:07) Why the world needs elder women more than ever (45:57) The truths women must know about this stage of life (51:02) Why menopause requires a totally different way of eating (55:39) The simple daily rituals guiding Dr. Mindy?s current season (59:51) The genetic signals most women never hear about (1:10:01) Why doing less might be the ultimate health upgrade (1:23:08) How men can better understand and support the women they love (1:39:29) Rewriting menopause for the next generation Also mentioned in this episode: Age Like a Girl, Dr. Mindy Pelz?s new book  Chris Kresser Article on HbA1C Dr. Ben Bikman?s Concerns About HbA1C For more on Dr. Mindy, follow her on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, LinkedIn, or her Website. This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, Momentous, Cozy Earth, and Our Place. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off their Red Light Cap. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Right now, Momentous is offering our listeners up to 35% off their first order with promo code DHRU. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Reduce your toxic load by upgrading your cookware! Go to fromourplace.com today and use promo code DHRU at checkout to receive 10% off any order. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Maui Nui, One Skin, Branch Basics, and BetterWild. When we think about longevity, immune health, or aging well, sex is rarely part of the conversation. But this episode challenges that blind spot, revealing why sexual connection and pleasure are fundamental to health, resilience, and how fully we experience life. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with sex and relationships expert Dr. Nicole McNichols to unpack why sexual pleasure is far more than a ?nice-to-have?; it?s a foundational pillar of health, connection, and long-term fulfillment. Dr. McNichols explores how sexual satisfaction influences healthy aging, sleep quality, immune function, and relationship resilience, while dismantling some of the most common myths around desire, mystery, and attraction. This conversation reframes sex as a skill you can cultivate, not a spark you either have or lose, and offers practical insights for couples who want deeper connection, better communication, and intimacy that evolves. Dr. Nicole McNichols is a renowned professor of human sexuality, author, and speaker with over 20 years of experience bridging science and real-world application to help people better understand sexuality, relationships, and pleasure. Her course, The Diversity of Human Sexuality, is the most popular in the University of Washington's history, enrolling more than 4,000 students annually. She is the author of the upcoming book You Could Be Having Better Sex. Her work has been featured in Psychology Today, The Seattle Times, and Harvard Business Review, and she is the coauthor of Human Sexuality in a Diverse Society and a TEDx speaker.  In this episode, Dhru and Dr. McNichols dive into:  (0:00) Intro (00:39) Why pleasure is essential for health (02:07) The link between sexual satisfaction and longevity (14:09) How sexual connection drives life satisfaction (22:19) How male and female brains experience desire differently (28:23) The sex, sleep, immunity connection (38:40) Why planned intimacy works better than spontaneity (41:38) Why desire loss doesn?t mean love loss (54:17) Creating intimacy space by reducing friction (1:08:00) Dr. McNichols? path to becoming a sex educator (1:21:10) Self-actualization in marriage (1:25:50) Navigating mismatched desire without resentment (1:34:05) Why sex matters in long-term relationships (1:40:27) What happens when sexual wellness is deprioritized (1:42:34) Final takeaways Also mentioned in this episode: You Could Be Having Better Sex: The Definitive Guide to a Happier, Healthier, and Hotter Sex Life  For more on Dr. McNichols, follow her on X/Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, or visit her Website. This episode is brought to you by Maui Nui, One Skin, Branch Basics, and Betterwild. Right now, Maui Nui Venison is offering my listeners exclusive access to their brand-new Always Summer Sausage, the cleanest, most nutrient-dense lunch meat you?ll find. Just go to mauinuivenison.com/DHRU to get yours today.  Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Make 2026 your cleanest, healthiest year yet with Branch Basics! Right now, BetterWild is offering my listeners up to 40% off at BetterWild.com/DHRU. Support your dog?s digestion and allergy defense system today.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, BiOptimizers, Our Place, and Cozy Earth. True progress often isn?t blocked by a lack of effort, but by hidden traps in how we think, strive, and apply our energy. Many of us push harder, stay busier, and demand more from ourselves, only to feel burned out, stuck, or misaligned. Working harder isn?t always the answer, and today?s guest shows us why. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with psychologist Dr. Diana Hill to explore how the way we use our energy, not just how hard we try, shapes our health, relationships, and sense of purpose. Dr. Hill unpacks why so many high-achievers feel burned out, stuck, or quietly dissatisfied despite doing ?all the right things,? and reveals the hidden traps that keep us spinning our wheels, from misusing our strengths to chasing goals that don?t align with our values. She also introduces the idea of wise effort versus forcing change through pressure and self-criticism. This conversation offers a powerful reframe for anyone who feels overextended or misdirected, showing how psychological flexibility and values-based choices can restore vitality, clarity, and a deeper sense of alignment in everyday life. Dr. Diana Hill is a psychologist and international trainer specializing in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She helps individuals and organizations build psychological flexibility using science-backed, compassion-driven tools. Diana is the author of four books, including Wise Effort, hosts the Wise Effort podcast, and has been featured in NPR, The Wall Street Journal, Psychology Today, and more?known for making complex psychology practical, clear, and deeply usable. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Hill dive into:  (0:00) Intro (1:37) When effort turns against you and pushing harder makes things worse (3:47) The quiet reason resolutions fail and what your intuition already knows (10:55) The hidden story we were taught about growth and why it?s misleading (19:02) How your energy gets drained without you ever noticing (25:46) The perspective shift that changes how you meet challenges and yourself (30:52) Dr. Hill?s wake-up moment and the unseen cost of trying too hard (43:30) Why reaching the goal still leaves something missing (48:07) What avoiding discomfort is actually costing you (58:46) Discovering your ?genius energy? and what it?s meant for (1:17:16) The self-limiting stories that feel true but quietly hold you back (1:25:40) The subtle trap of chasing goals instead of living your values (1:28:17) Dr. Hill?s closing insight on trusting your inner compass Also mentioned in this episode: Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most For more on Dr. Hill, follow her on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Insight Timer, or visit her Website. This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, BiOptimizers, Our Place, and Cozy Earth. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off. Just go to boncharge.com/dhru and use code DHRU to save 15%. Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 26% off select products and bundles during their New Year New You sale. Reduce your toxic load by upgrading your cookware! Go to fromourplace.com today and use promo code DHRU at checkout to receive 10% off any order. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by LMNT, Maui Nui, Momentous, and One Skin. Muscle health shapes far more than our appearance, impacting metabolism, energy, resilience, and aging, yet most of us were never taught how to build it or adopt the mindset to protect it for life. Today?s episode explores why shifting toward a muscle-centric approach isn?t intuitive in modern culture, and how learning to train both the body and the mind may be one of the most important upgrades for long-term health. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon to explore why muscle is far more than a fitness goal; it?s a central driver of longevity, metabolic health, and resilience. Together, they unpack the muscle-centric paradigm and how building strength shapes not only the body but also the mindset, emotional regulation, and identity. Dr. Lyon explains the power of neutrality and discernment in unhijacking reactive thought patterns, shares practical tools for moving from complaint to action, and breaks down how clarity of purpose fuels lasting change. This episode reframes health as a responsibility, not a luxury, and offers a roadmap for building strength that carries through every aspect of life. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a Washington University fellowship-trained physician in nutritional science and geriatrics, board-certified in family medicine, and the founder of the Institute for Muscle-Centric Medicine. She runs a private practice serving leaders, innovators, mavericks, and executives across multiple fields, while also working closely with special operations military personnel, all to shift medicine from an obesity-focused model to a muscle-centric paradigm grounded in high scientific integrity.  She is the bestselling author of Forever Strong and the upcoming Forever Strong Playbook.  In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Lyon dive into:  (0:00) Intro (1:00) The muscle mandate: why strength is no longer optional for long-term health (2:15) A mindset shift: how culture quietly reshapes our relationship with strength (15:08) The missing skill in a reactive, overstimulated world (18:57) Practicing neutrality: how to observe thoughts without being hijacked by them (32:20) Simple tools to break autopilot in real time (38:49) Your ?why?: the hidden driver behind consistency and real change (52:44) How to interrupt the complaining loop before it drains your energy (57:14) Capacity versus challenge and determining where growth happens (1:02:38) Moving past stagnation and identifying areas for growth Also mentioned in this episode: The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK: Rewrite Your Future in Six Weeks Forever Strong For more on Dr. Lyon, follow her on Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or visit her Website. This episode is brought to you by LMNT, Maui Nui, Momentous, and One Skin.   Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. Head over to drinkLMNT.com/dhru today. Right now, Maui Nui Venison is offering my listeners exclusive access to their brand-new Always Summer Sausage, the cleanest, most nutrient-dense lunch meat you?ll find. Just go to mauinuivenison.com/DHRU to get yours today.  Optimize your energy and mental clarity with the purest form of creatine, made by and used by the best. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Puori, Hollow Socks, Fatty15, and Branch Basics. Light shapes far more than our sleep; it influences our metabolism, hormones, energy, and long-term health. Yet modern life has quietly flipped our light environment upside down: too little sunlight during the day and too much artificial light at night. Today?s episode explores why that mismatch may be costing us far more than we realize. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Jonathan Jarecki to explore the critical role of sunlight, especially infrared light, in health and longevity. They break down key studies on sun exposure, including its impact on melatonin production, metabolic health, and overall well-being. Jonathan also shares his 2026 Light Challenge (with beginner and advanced levels) and practical strategies for getting more natural light during the day, reducing artificial light at night, and understanding the health risks of inadequate sun exposure. This episode is a powerful reminder that light isn?t just a backdrop to our lives, it?s a biological signal that shapes long-term health. Jonathan Jarecki is a pre-medical student, studying Biology and Neuroscience. He?s passionate about preventive medicine, evidence-based wellness, and translating cutting-edge research into practical tools for everyday life, exploring how light, water, and bioelectromagnetism shape health, performance, and longevity. In this episode, Dhru and Jonathan dive into:  (0:00) Intro (1:05) The importance of light and sun exposure on lifespan (11:20) ICU infrared LED light study (24:06) The connection between the sun, mitochondria, and melatonin (34:40) The 2026 Beginner Light Challenge (38:56) The role of sunlight exposure in metabolic health (56:12) A lunch-break habit that can reprogram your biology (1:00:23) Why evening sunlight matters more than you think (1:06:33) The phone settings that protect your brain after dark (1:09:27) How much light do you actually need each day? (1:11:20) The Advanced Light Challenge for next-level health (1:14:46) Sunbathing: misunderstood, demonized, and powerful (1:23:32) Why overhead lights at night are a hidden stressor (1:30:46) Jonathan?s story and journey into studying light (1:35:27) Final thoughts and key takeaways Also mentioned in this episode: 2026 Light Challenge Research links Strainless Lighting Amber Vintage Incandescent Light Bulbs Healthlighting How to turn on night shift mode on your phone Try This: Fred Kummerow Want to Maintain Youthful Skin At Any Age? Top Dermatologist and Skin Cancer Expert Shares His Favorite Skin Tips and Tools For more on Jonathan, follow him on Instagram, Whole Health?s Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Puori, Hollow Socks, Fatty15, and Branch Basics. Quality protein matters. Get 32% off Puori Grass-Fed Whey Protein and a free shaker when you start a subscription at puori.com/DHRU and use code DHRU at checkout.  For a limited time, Hollow Socks is offering my community a Buy 3, Get 3 Free Sale. Head to HollowSocks.com for up to 50% off your order. Fatty15 is offering an additional 15% off its 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to fatty15.com/dhru and use code DHRU to replenish your C15 levels for long-term health. Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Make 2025 your cleanest, healthiest year yet with Branch Basics! Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, One Skin, Maui Nui, and Cozy Earth. When we think about chronic disease, we don?t always consider the role of emotions. Yet emotional patterns can quietly drive chronic inflammation, which underlies many of today?s most common conditions. Today?s guest shares powerful stories from patients with unexpected diagnoses, revealing how core life habits and major life events often precede, and contribute to, the development of disease. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Ronesh Sinha to explore the often-overlooked emotional factors behind chronic illness, even in people who appear to be doing everything ?right? for their health. Dr. Sinha introduces the concept of surprise diseases, explains how emotional patterns shape physical outcomes, and unpacks ideas like ?shamily? and emotional immunity. He also shares practical ways to build emotional awareness, why introspection matters, and how open, honest conversations within families can be a powerful tool for long-term health. Dr. Ronesh Sinha is an internal medicine physician and author of The South Asian Health Solution, who runs a Silicon Valley lifestyle clinic focused on reversing insulin resistance. He serves as Chief Medical Officer for the Silicon Valley Employer Forum, advising major tech companies on health benefits. His work has been featured in Fortune Magazine and the Los Angeles Times, and he hosts the Meta Health Podcast. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Sinha dive into:  (0:00) Intro (1:05) The invisible risk shaping our metabolic health (5:47) How emotional suppression fuels ?surprise? diseases (11:55) Shamily: emotional stability, patterns, and family dynamics (19:16) What stress really does to the immune system (33:17) Emotional immunity: the missing layer of health (39:32) The hidden meaning behind head flicks and body signals (47:17) Why emotional suppression is like an Instant Pot (54:56) How subvocalization quietly impacts your health (1:00:23) Recognizing emotional patterns tied to your personality (1:10:05) How our thoughts shape connection and belonging (1:12:23) Simple introspection and relaxation tools that work (1:16:42) What happens when vulnerability enters family dynamics (1:22:57) How emotional authenticity improves well-being Also mentioned in this episode: Try This: 7 Things I?m Doing To Keep My Parents Healthy As They Get Older 7 Ways I?m Helping My Parents Stay Healthy As They Get Older For more on Dr. Sinha, follow him on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, Cozy Earth, One Skin, and Maui Nui. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off. Just go to boncharge.com/DHRU and use code DHRU to save 15%. Right now, One Skin is offering my community up to 30% off your first three subscription orders; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Right now, Maui Nui Venison is offering my listeners exclusive access to their brand-new Always Summer Sausage, the cleanest, most nutrient-dense lunch meat you?ll find. Just go to mauinuivenison.com/DHRU to get yours today.  Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRU. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers and Hollow Socks. As the new year begins, what if you could set small, intentional habits that quietly compound to support your longevity, productivity, and creativity all year long? By reflecting on the past year, choosing focused micro-habits, and taking sustainable, practical steps forward, you can start shaping the life you want to live in the year ahead. Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, we?re revisiting one of our most popular conversations with neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart. Dhru and Dr. Tara explore the science behind manifestation and the laws of attraction, how to set meaningful goals, and ways to build neuroplasticity through challenge. They also discuss breaking free from limiting habits and addictions, setting healthy boundaries, and share practical tools for navigating self-doubt and building confidence?making this episode a powerful listen for anyone looking to strengthen themselves, start something new, or create healthier relationships. Dr. Tara Swart is a neuroscientist, former psychiatric doctor, and senior lecturer at MIT Sloan. She is a visiting senior lecturer at King's College, London, and an executive advisor to some of the world's most respected leaders in media and business. She is the lead author of the award-winning book Neuroscience for Leadership and was named the world's first Neuroscientist in Residence at Corinthia Hotel, London. Dr. Swart is passionate about teaching others how to apply lessons from cognitive science to enhance everyday lives. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Swart dive into: (0:00) Intro (1:02) Digital detox and why stepping away can reset your mind(2:08) Boosting boundaries, creativity, and connection to nature(14:39) Why two to three micro-habits per quarter work better than New Year?s resolutions(24:25) The power of reflecting on past wins(32:51) How challenging your brain builds neuroplasticity and growth(40:04) The science behind getting 1% better each day through small changes(49:53) Rewiring deep neural patterns and using affirmations to reinforce self-worth(58:13) Dr. Tara?s six principles for knowing you?re on the right path(1:04:53) Why manifestation can feel uncomfortable and how resilience and intuition help(1:07:36) A powerful question to face fear and uncertainty(1:11:45) Manifesting longevity by clearly defining what your life needs(1:18:21) Three warning signs a relationship may fail(1:26:34) Building a healthy relationship through connection and clear communication(1:33:47) Attracting the partner you want(1:39:12) How eye contact and laughter strengthen relationships(1:41:30) Why scheduling intimacy can help during stressful seasons(1:49:18) Why loneliness is rising and how to create real connection(1:51:55) Simple reminders to reconnect with your potential and purpose Also mentioned in this episode: The Source: The Secrets of the Universe, the Science of the Brain For more on Dr. Tara Swart, follow her on Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, or visit her Website. This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers and Hollow Socks. Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 26% off select products and bundles during their New Year New You sale. For a limited time, Hollow Socks is offering my community a Buy 3, Get 3 Free Sale. Head to HollowSocks.com for up to 50% off your order. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, Bon Charge, and Momentous. Most people who lose weight end up regaining it, and that cycle can be even more pronounced after stopping GLP-1 medications if there isn?t a clear plan in place. Weight loss gets most of the attention, but maintenance is where people tend to struggle. Today?s guests share a practical framework for navigating that challenge and achieving long-term success. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Holly Wyatt and Dr. James Hill to break down what really drives long-term success with weight loss, especially in the era of GLP-1 medications. We explore why losing weight and keeping it off require different skills, why a clear maintenance plan matters as much as the initial weight loss, and how mindset and social environment can quietly make or break progress over time. Dr. Wyatt and Dr. Hill also share practical strategies for physical activity, navigating food choices, and recognizing early warning signs of weight regain before it snowballs, making this a must-listen for anyone focused on sustainable, lasting results. Dr. Holly Wyatt is a physician and endocrinologist with over 25 years of experience in weight loss and long-term weight management, known to millions from Extreme Weight Loss. She?s a coauthor of State of Slim, creator of the SOS programs, and a Professor of Nutrition Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where she researches what it truly takes to maintain weight loss. She also co-hosts the podcast Weight Loss and?, translating science into practical strategies for everyday life. Dr. James O. Hill is one of the world?s leading obesity researchers, with over 40 years of experience studying weight regulation and metabolic health. He has published 700+ scientific papers, co-founded the National Weight Control Registry, and recently helped launch the International Weight Control Registry. Dr. Hill is a Professor of Nutrition Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, directs the Nutrition Obesity Research Center, and is the coauthor of State of Slim and The Step Diet Book. In this episode, Dhru, Dr. Wyatt, and Dr. Hill dive into:  The importance of planning for weight maintenance (1:30) Insights from the National Weight Control Registry (4:01) Understanding how GLP-1 medications work (6:30) Side effects and quality-of-life considerations (8:33) The return of hunger after stopping medications (11:35) The debate between medication and traditional methods (16:18) Chasing the perfect diet: a common mistake (24:00) Advocating for health, confidence, and self-management (29:02) Key practical recommendations for weight maintenance (39:25) Strategies for increasing protein and fiber intake (45:26) Managing liquid calories and their impact (48:44) Early warning signals for weight regain (54:48) The influence of social networks on weight (59:31) Mindset and identity in weight management (1:05:28) Physical activity that supports weight maintenance (1:10:28) Also mentioned in this episode: Losing the Weight Loss Meds: A 10-Week Playbook for Stopping GLP-1 Medications Without Regaining the Weight For more on Dr. Wyatt and Dr. Hill, follow them on Dr. Wyatt?s Instagram, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or visit their Website. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, Bon Charge, and Momentous. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Right now, Bon Charge is having their holiday sale and offering my community 25% off. Just go to boncharge.com/DHRU and use code DHRU to save 25% today. Optimize your energy and mental clarity with the purest form of creatine, made by and used by the best, now available in convenient and tasty lemon lime chews. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by BetterWild. Feeling good isn?t just about avoiding illness; it?s about steady energy, clear focus, better sleep, and lower daily stress. In this episode, the conversation explores simple, practical tools, like adaptogens and smarter caffeine use, that can meaningfully improve how we feel day to day. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we?re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with Tero Isokauppila. He breaks down the power of adaptogens, how they can meaningfully support health, and simple ways to start integrating them into your routine. Tero also shares his top two sleep supplements, explains how to stack adaptogens for maximum benefit, and discusses why rethinking your beliefs about sleep and cycling coffee can make a big difference. Tero Isokauppila is an expert in nutrition, health, and wellness, and the founder of Four Sigmatic, a functional foods company. He is the author of two bestselling books: Healing Mushrooms, an educational cookbook, and Santa Sold Shrooms, a children?s book for adults about the magical origins of Santa Claus, as well as Healing Adaptogens: The Definitive Guide to Using Super Herbs and Mushrooms for Your Body?s Restoration, Defense, and Performance. In this episode, Dhru and Tero dive into: The two supplements that can dramatically improve deep sleep quality (3:59) Why stacking supplements may work better than taking them alone (7:43) Simple sleep tweaks that make a bigger difference than you think (9:48) How to use adaptogens and caffeine without wrecking your energy (14:21) The key takeaways that tie it all together (24:52) Also mentioned: Full episode with Tero Isokauppila Try This: My Top Three Functional Mushrooms  Try This: Step-By-Step Sleep Protocol Try This: Why You Need a Coffee Break and How to Do It This episode is brought to you by BetterWild. Right now, BetterWild is offering my listeners up to 40% off at BetterWild.com/DHRU. Support your dog?s digestion and allergy defense system today.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, Ollie, and Maui Nui. As we gear up for the new year, there?s no better time to revisit tried-and-true advice from one of our favorite guests. Most people don?t struggle because they lack discipline, they struggle because they?re following guidance that was never designed to stick. In this conversation, you?ll get a practical, science-backed roadmap for building habits that actually last, so you can step into the coming year with clarity, momentum, and a plan that truly works. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we?re revisiting one of our most powerful conversations with personal trainer and Mind Pump Media co-founder Sal Di Stefano. We dig into the biggest pitfalls that sabotage fitness goals and prevent people from having their fittest year yet. Sal shares his top tips for incorporating underrated forms of movement, building activity into your entire day, and staying consistent for sustainable results. He also breaks down the unrealistic goals that hold people back, from a lack of specificity to an overreliance on trendy supplements. If you?re looking for inspiration to make 2026 the year of consistent, long-term progress, this episode is for you. Sal Di Stefano began his fitness journey at just 18, quickly rising to prominence as a trainer and opening some of the largest big-box gyms in the California Bay Area. By 24, he launched a wellness-focused fitness studio that combined expertise in hormones, nutrition, gut health, and fitness training. It was during this time that Sal developed his unique, behavior-focused approach to achieving lasting health and fitness success. Today, Sal is a highly sought-after expert known for his practical, easy-to-apply insights. As co-host of the Mind Pump Podcast, the world?s top fitness and health podcast, he?s appeared on hundreds of leading shows and frequently speaks at events for trainers and health practitioners. In this episode, Dhru and Sal dive into: The most underrated form of activity (00:42) Why movement results in better choices throughout the day (4:38) Getting results versus keeping results (9:36) Unrealistic approach to calorie cutting and how to build a proper foundation (14:06) Nutritional advice or myths we can leave behind (18:53) Insights into the fitness and wellness industry (30:42) The one supplement Sal recommends and the research behind its effectiveness (33:53) How to use caffeine appropriately (39:42) Being specific with your goals and focusing on one at a time (44:51) Prioritizing simple whole foods and fiber (50:47) The risks of sitting too much and how to counteract them (56:11) How to get started with a sustainable routine (1:02:04) Over-exercising and finding balance (1:05:17) Final thoughts and key takeaways (1:09:32) Also mentioned in this episode: MAPS 15 Fitness Programs Why You Need A Coffee Break and How to Do It For more on Sal and Mind Pump, follow them on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, TikTok, YouTube, and their Website. This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, Ollie, and Maui Nui. Upgrade your digestion with enzymes! Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 15% off any order of MassZymes today.  Want to give your dog the best in clean eating? Take the online quiz and introduce Ollie to your pet. Right now, Ollie is offering 60% off your first box of meals when you subscribe today! Just head to Ollie.com, use the code DHRU, and you?ll get 60% off your first box of meals in your subscription. Right now, Maui Nui is giving my listeners early access to their Holiday Gift Sets?and when you buy four, you get a fifth free. Just go to mauinuivenison.com/DHRU to claim yours. Quantities are limited, so don?t wait! Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics and BetterWild. As we get older, protecting brain health becomes more important than ever, and it?s becoming increasingly clear how powerfully everyday inputs shape the brain, often long before any cognitive symptoms appear. The good news is that simple, daily choices can have a massive impact on brain resilience and long-term cognitive strength.  Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we?re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with Dr. Datis Kharrazian. He breaks down the top foods that may accelerate early brain aging, including why seed oils are a growing concern. Dr. Kharrazian and Dhru also explore the connection between leaky gut and brain health, as well as the conditions linked to both. Plus, he shares his top supplement recommendations to support brain health and help prevent cognitive decline. Dr. Datis Kharrazian is a clinical research scientist, an academic professor, and a Functional Medicine healthcare provider. He is an associate clinical professor at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, a research fellow at Harvard Medical School, and a researcher at the Department of Neurology at Massachusetts General Hospital. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Kharrazian dive into: The everyday foods quietly accelerating brain aging (2:02) Why seed oil consumption deserves a second look (4:50) Leaky gut, leaky brain: the connection most people miss (10:52) Why glutathione matters for calming brain inflammation (14:22) Dr. Kharrazian?s top supplement picks for brain health (22:47) Final takeaways you?ll want to remember (29:49) Also mentioned: Full episode with Dr. Datis Kharrazian Try This: The Power of Glutathione Glutathione: Your Most Important Defense  This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics and BetterWild. Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Transform your space, transform your health, start with Branch Basics today. Right now, BetterWild is offering my listeners up to 40% off at BetterWild.com/DHRU. Support your dog?s digestion and allergy defense system today.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by LMNT, Cozy Earth, Fatty15, and Maui Nui. We all know muscle is important, but today?s guest takes it a step further, showing why it can truly be a life-changing, even life-saving, part of our health. He shares what his deep-dive research uncovered about the history of muscle and strength training, how our relationship with it has evolved, and what those shifts can teach us about building a stronger, more resilient population today. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Michael Gross to explore the profound impact of muscle and strength training on health, longevity, and identity. They discuss the importance of muscle mass in preventing chronic diseases, the role of strength in shaping personal identity, and share inspiring stories of transformation. Michael emphasizes that it's never too late to start strength training and highlights the need for a shift in the medical community to recognize exercise as a vital component of health care. Michael Joseph Gross began his career as a political speechwriter before moving into journalism, writing for major newspapers and magazines. As a longtime contributing editor at Vanity Fair, he covered culture, politics, religion, crime, business, technology, and national security, and appeared on programs such as CBS Mornings, Morning Joe, and NPR. He is the author of Starstruck: When A Fan Gets Close to Fame and Stronger: The Untold Story of Muscle in Our Lives, which explores the central role of muscle in human health and history. In this episode, Dhru and Michael dive into:  How muscle impacts cancer and diabetes risk (5:46) Muscle mass as the body?s glucose-disposal engine (9:49) The link between muscle strength and cognitive health (14:36) Why the medical system overlooks muscle  and why it matters (19:42) Jan Todd?s story and what it teaches us about self-efficacy (30:04) Why it?s never too late to start strength training (47:34) Ancient Greek wisdom on strength and vitality (52:41) How strength and community shape each other (57:26) The future: prescribing strength training as medicine (1:01:54) Strength training as a deeper life practice (1:11:10) Breakthrough research on strength training for seniors (1:15:06) Michael?s personal stories on strength and quality of life (1:23:45) Final thoughts and key takeaways (1:28:15) Also mentioned in this episode: STRONGER: The Untold Story of Muscle in Our Lives Oldest Female Ninja Warrior: A Longevity Protocol To Stop Decline, Stay Young & Build Muscle! 7 Ways I'm Helping My Parents Stay Healthy As They Get Older For more on Michael, follow him on Instagram or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by LMNT, Cozy Earth, Fatty15, and Maui Nui. Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. Head over to drinkLMNT.com/dhru today. Right now, get 20% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Fatty15 is offering an additional 15% off its 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to fatty15.com/dhru and use code DHRU to replenish your C15 levels for long-term health. Right now, Maui Nui is giving my listeners early access to their Holiday Gift Sets?and when you buy four, you get a fifth free. Just go to mauinuivenison.com/DHRU to claim yours. Quantities are limited, so don?t wait! Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Pique Life and Hollow Socks. An estimated 70% of U.S. homes contain at least one mold species. And, while mold has always been part of our environment, something has shifted. Mold toxicity is showing up more often, more intensely, and in ways past generations simply didn?t experience.  Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we?re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with Dr. Pejman Katiraei. Dr. Katiraei shares why today?s ?toxic soup? environment makes mold far more disruptive than it used to be, and why kids are uniquely vulnerable. We explore how to recognize mold-related issues, how to think about mold in the larger context of chronic illness, and what steps parents can take if their child or they themselves have unexplained symptoms that don?t improve despite healthy habits. Whether you?re struggling with mysterious health issues or simply want a clearer understanding of what may be happening inside your home and your body, this conversation is an essential starting point. Dr. Pejman Katiraei is a board-certified pediatrician with advanced training in integrative and holistic medicine. After completing his undergraduate studies at UCLA and earning his osteopathic degree from Western University, he trained in pediatrics at Loma Linda University, where he later served as Chief Resident and faculty while founding the Wholistic Medicine Clinic. One of the few physicians skilled in osteopathy, functional medicine, endocrinology, and medical herbalism, Dr. Katiraei now practices in Santa Monica.  In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Katiraei dive into: Why a threat we?ve lived with forever is suddenly wreaking havoc (3:01) Environmental toxins and how they?re reshaping our biology (8:50) The unexpected symptoms in parents that often point to hidden mold exposure (17:22) The deeper story: where mold really fits in the modern health puzzle (21:41) Final revelations and insights that bring the whole picture together (28:03) Also mentioned: Full episode with Dr. Pejman Katiraei Try This: How Indoor Air Quality Impacts Your Brain And What to Do About It This episode is brought to you by Pique Life and Hollow Socks. Right now, Pique Life is offering 20% off their Sun Goddess Matcha. Plus, you?ll get a free beaker and frother when you go to piquelife.com/dhru. For a limited time, Hollow Socks is offering my community a Buy 2, Get 2 Free Sale. Head to HollowSocks.com for up to 50% off your order. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, BUBS Naturals, One Skin, and Birch Living.  We all know technology shapes our lives, but few of us understand the full impact it has on our minds and our happiness. Today?s episode takes a closer look at why our digital habits matter more than ever. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with science journalist and author Catherine Price to unpack the high stakes of not changing our relationship with technology, especially social media. Catherine breaks down the latest research on how tech hijacks our brains and affects long-term brain health. She also shares what sparked her passion for helping people break free from digital addiction, along with practical tips for understanding our doom-scrolling habits and bringing more joy and real connection back into our lives. Catherine Price is an award-winning science journalist, bestselling author, and leading voice on how to build healthy relationships with technology. Her books include How to Break Up With Your Phone, The Power of Fun, and The Amazing Generation (co-authored with Jonathan Haidt). Her TED talk on fun has been viewed over 5 million times, and she writes the popular Substack newsletter How to Feel Alive. A dynamic speaker and workshop leader, Catherine has presented to audiences at TED, SXSW, Aspen Ideas, Google, Yale, and many others. Across all her work, she helps people of all ages scroll less, live more, and have more fun. In this episode, Dhru and Catherine dive into:  The hidden dangers of our modern world and what?s really at stake (1:20) How your phone quietly hijacks your brain without you noticing (4:20) The latest research revealing the true impact of social media (10:40) The turning point that pushed Catherine into this work (16:50) Why constant news alerts put your brain into ?defend mode? (21:21) Simple shifts to bring real connection and joy back into your life (28:45) Why our brains are longing for a version of fun we?ve lost (38:36) What heavy smartphone use is doing to your memory (41:36) The power of a digital sabbath and how to try one (50:06) How to intentionally connect with people without relying on screens (57:04) Are we quietly abusing technology without realizing it? (1:02:11) Why social media may be uniquely harmful for women and girls (1:07:06) Practical steps anyone can take to create real change (1:14:11) Also mentioned in this episode: Amazing Generation book  For more on Catherine, follow her on Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, or visit her Websites: https://catherineprice.com/ and https://www.anxiousgeneration.com/book/amazinggeneration This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, BUBS Naturals, One Skin, and Birch Living. Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 15% off any order of MassZymes today.  Support your skin and your health with BUBS Naturals Collagen Peptides. Head to BUBSNaturals.com and use code DHRU for 20% off your order. Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Birch has extended their Cyber Monday sale exclusively for my community. Just head to birchliving.com/dhru to get 20% off today.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Cowboy Colostrum, BUBS Naturals, and Hollow Socks. If you?ve ever felt buried by all the health advice out there, the hacks, the supplements, the trackers, the endless protocols, you?re not alone. With so much noise, it?s easy to believe the next big breakthrough is some new gadget or complicated routine. But the real transformation comes consistently from nailing the fundamentals.  Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we?re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with exercise and nutrition expert Stan Efferding. Stan breaks down why returning to the basics of nutrition, training, sleep, and mindset will consistently outperform chasing the latest novelty. He also shares the key exercises to prioritize and the tried-and-true principles he?s refined over decades of working with athletes and everyday clients alike. Stan Efferding is an IFBB Professional bodybuilder, World Record-holding powerlifter, and one of only ten men in the world to total over 2,300 pounds raw in competition, earning him the title of the World?s Strongest Bodybuilder. With a degree in Exercise Science from the University of Oregon, Stan has over 25 years of experience training high school, collegiate, and professional athletes. He conducts seminars nationwide, sharing expertise in sports, nutrition, and training techniques, and has been featured in publications like Muscular Development, Flex Magazine, and Power Magazine. In this episode, Dhru and Stan dive into: The importance of food quality and testing (2:48) Exercises to prioritize and how to begin (10:09) Stan?s core principles for optimal health (17:56)  Why most people stay in ?reaction mode? and how to shift out (25:48) Stan?s biggest takeaways you can use today (31:05) Also mentioned: Full episode with Stan Efferding Try This: Mihir's Weight Loss Journey This episode is brought to you by Cowboy Colostrum, BUBS Naturals, and Hollow Socks. Right now, Cowboy Colostrum is offering my listeners 25%. Just go to CowboyColostrum.com/DHRU and use code DHRU to save 25% today.  Support your skin and your health with BUBS Naturals Collagen Peptides. Head to BUBSNaturals.com and use code DHRU for 20% off your order. For a limited time, Hollow Socks is offering my community a Buy 2, Get 2 Free Sale. Head to HollowSocks.com for up to 50% off your order. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, Maui Nui, and Momentous. Light isn?t just something we see; it?s a nutrient our bodies depend on. New research shows that sunlight and infrared light boost mitochondrial function, support brain health, and may even influence obesity and seasonal illness. Today?s guest breaks down why modern life leaves so many of us light-deficient and shares simple steps to bring this essential pillar of health back into their daily routine. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with quadruple board-certified physician Dr. Roger Seheult to explore the often-overlooked role of light, especially infrared light, as a vital nutrient for our health. Dr. Seheult breaks down how modern lifestyles have led to a widespread deficiency in natural sunlight, contributing to issues like cognitive decline, obesity, and chronic disease. He shares insights from his clinical experience, the latest research on light therapy, and practical steps anyone can take to increase healthy light exposure. Dr. Seheult also outlines the eight laws of health, highlighting how nutrition, exercise, sunlight, and rest work together to support long-term well-being. Dr. Roger Seheult is a quadruple board-certified physician in internal medicine, pulmonary diseases, critical care, and sleep medicine. He serves as an Associate Clinical Professor at UC Riverside and an Assistant Clinical Professor at Loma Linda University. He practices at Optum California as a critical care, pulmonary, and sleep specialist, directs a sleep lab, and serves as Medical Director for the Crafton Hills College Respiratory Care Program. He is also the co-founder of MedCram, whose CME-accredited medical education videos are used by hospitals, medical schools, and millions of clinicians worldwide. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Seheult dive into:  The overlooked ?nutrient? your body is starving for (00:32)  How infrared light supercharges your mitochondria (4:40) The hidden link between light and cognitive decline (8:47) COVID-19 treatment with light therapy (15:23) Healing power of sunlight (21:41) Why low sunlight may drive weight gain and obesity (28:40) The surprising reason flu season even exists (41:16) Eight Laws of Health (59:56) Morning light hacks when you can?t get outside (01:04:37) Benefits of leaving windows open (1:07:50) Beating the afternoon slump (1:11:05) Red light devices and their limitations (1:16:13) Light Deficiency: The Modern Scurvy (1:24:15) Final takeaways to reboot your relationship with light (1:26:34) Also mentioned in this episode: Higher ultraviolet light exposure is associated with lower mortality Brighter nights and darker days predict higher mortality risk For more on Dr. Seheult, follow him on Facebook, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, Maui Nui, and Momentous. Right now, Bon Charge is having their holiday sale and offering my community 25% off. Just go to boncharge.com/DHRU and use code DHRU to save 25% today.  Right now, Maui Nui Venison is offering my listeners a limited collection of my favorite cuts and products and a FREE 12-pack of venison jerky sticks with your first order of $79 or more! Just go to mauinuivenison.com/dhru to secure your access now, but hurry, supply is limited! Optimize your energy and mental clarity with the purest form of creatine, made by and used by the best, now available in convenient and tasty lemon lime chews. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics and iRestore. We all have goals we want to achieve in life, but too often we abandon them the moment we slip into comparison. Today?s guest shows us how to break out of that trap and start making real progress toward the life we?ve always envisioned. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we?re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with Dr. Hal Hershfield. Dr. Hal breaks down the dangers of falling into the comparison trap and how it can lead to self-sabotage and defeat. Together, Dhru and Dr. Hal explore why understanding the real journey of obstacles and challenges is essential for growth. Dr. Hal also shares practical strategies for clarifying your intentions and goals, and how to apply those insights to your health and wellness journey. Hal Hershfield is a professor of marketing, behavioral decision-making, and psychology at UCLA?s Anderson School of Management. His research sits at the intersection of psychology and economics, focusing on how to improve long-term decision-making. He?s published in leading academic journals and has written op-eds for outlets such as The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, and The Wall Street Journal. Hal holds a PhD in psychology from Stanford, has earned multiple teaching awards, and was named one of Poets & Quants? ?40 Most Outstanding B-School Profs Under 40.? His book, Your Future Self: How to Make Tomorrow Better Today, is out now. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Hal dive into: The hidden dangers of comparison and how it quietly derails your life (1:55) Why celebrating group wins unlocks what you think is impossible (5:30) Tailwinds, headwinds, and the surprising truth about real progress (10:45) How to shift from ?good intentions? to unshakeable commitment (15:07) A simple method for getting radically clear on your goals (20:17) The powerful letter-to-your-future-self exercise that exposes your real obstacles (24:06) Final insights that tie everything together (31:13) Also mentioned: Full episode with Hal Hershfield Try This: Write a Letter to Your Future Self This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics and iRestore. Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Transform your space, transform your health, start with Branch Basics today. Hair loss is frustrating. Give yourself the gift of hair confidence. For a limited time, my listeners get an exclusive discount on the iRestore Elite using the link irestore.com with code DHRU.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, Bon Charge, Pique Life, and BUBS Naturals. Longevity doesn?t require high-tech solutions. It thrives on fundamentals: whole foods, quality sleep, movement, and connection. Today?s guest draws from a world of experience and science to show how these ageless habits can become part of your everyday rhythm. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we?re bringing back one of our most powerful conversations with Dr. William Li to explore the top health-promoting foods he?s discovered during his travels. Dr. Li breaks down the latest research on the best breakfast choices to nourish, fuel, and heal your body, his approach to longevity, and the four key gut bacteria linked to long, healthy lives. He also highlights the foods that support these beneficial bacteria, boost collagen production, and help reduce toxin exposure. If you?re looking for foods and habits that truly promote longevity, this episode is for you. Dr. William W. Li, MD, is an internationally renowned physician, scientist, and author of the New York Times bestsellers ?Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself? and ?Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer.?  His groundbreaking research has led to the development of more than 40 new medical treatments that impact care for more than 70 diseases, including diabetes, blindness, heart disease, and obesity. He is President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation, and he is leading global initiatives on food as medicine.  In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Li dive into: Classic American breakfast versus breakfast in the Blue Zones (00:00) Coffee: one of the holy trinity beverages (2:53)  The benefits of oats and bioactives (6:00)  Processed versus ultra-processed foods (15:55)  Never too late to change your operating system (25:17) Dr. Li?s approach to longevity (32:30) Gut microbiome in those who live long lives (51:08)  Top foods that feed the four key bacteria associated with longevity (59:50) Releasing the hope molecule during exercise (1:10:31) The importance of self-reliance in judging what is right for you (1:16:24) Doubling down on the basics and key habits (1:19:22) Dr. Li?s thoughts on reducing toxins and microplastic exposure (1:22:19) Naturally boosting collagen in our diet (1:40:19) Exosomes and fatty acid profile (1:53:27) Final thoughts and key takeaways (2:05:23) For more on Dr. Li, follow him on Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube, and his Website. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, Bon Charge, Pique Life, and BUBS Naturals. Black Friday has come early! You can stack my code DHRU on top of Cozy Earth?s sitewide sale for up to 40% off. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru today.  Right now, Bon Charge is having their holiday sale and offering my community 25% off. Just go to boncharge.com/DHRU and use code DHRU to save 25% today.  Ready for your healthiest glow this Holiday season? Get 20% off for life, a complimentary gift, and explore the clean, plant-powered essentials behind your favorite new routine at piquelife.com/DHRU. Support your skin and your health with BUBS Naturals Collagen Peptides. Head to BUBSNaturals.com and use code DHRU for 20% off your order. Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics, Momentous, and Cowboy Colostrum. When it comes to self-control, most people think willpower is the key to success. Today?s guest offers powerful insights into brain health and psychology?and shows us that real success comes not from fighting harder, but from building awareness. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we?re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with Dr. Alok Kanojia. Dr. K dives deep into self-control, where it originates in the brain, and how it?s connected to internal conflict. He breaks down the concept of urge surfing and explains why true success comes from being aware of our discomfort rather than resisting it. Dr. K also shares his personal journey with addiction, what inspired him to study self-control, how he learned to tolerate discomfort, and what he believes real happiness looks like. Dr. Alok Kanojia, known online as ?Dr. K,? is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist specializing in the intersection of technology and mental health. As the co-founder of Healthy Gamer, a mental health platform designed for the digital generation, Dr. Kanojia has inspired millions with his content while overseeing the mental health coaching of thousands of young people. Widely regarded as the leading expert on video game addiction, he is also recognized as one of the most prominent mental health authorities for the younger generation. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. K dive into: The mindset shift that unlocks real self-control (2:09) Urge surfing: the surprising trick that stops mindless snacking (5:00) The split-second gap between impulse and action (10:01) How to build self-control by getting comfortable being uncomfortable (14:59) What drew Dr. K into the science of addiction and self-mastery (18:39) The meditation habit that changed everything for Dr. K (24:28) The big takeaways that can transform your daily choices (30:16) Also mentioned: Full episode with Dr. Alok Kanojia This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics, Momentous, and Cowboy Colostrum. Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Make 2025 your cleanest, healthiest year yet with Branch Basics! Optimize your energy and mental clarity with the purest form of creatine, made by and used by the best, now available in convenient and tasty lemon lime chews. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Right now, Cowboy Colostrum is offering my listeners 25%. Just go to CowboyColostrum.com/DHRU and use code DHRU to save 25% today.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, LMNT, One Skin, and iRestore. Unseen toxins lurk in everyday household products, increasing the risk of cancer and chronic disease. They can contaminate the air we breathe and the water we use, and they?re more common than most people realize. Understanding where these toxins hide empowers us to make safer choices and protect our health and the health of the people we love Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru, we?re bringing back one of our most impactful conversations with Dr. Yvonne Burkart, a board-certified toxicologist. Dr. Burkart shares the top sources of hidden toxins in everyday household products, including candles, air fresheners, laundry detergents, and toilet paper. She also discusses the latest research on toxin exposure from household items, common toxic ingredients, and expert tips for minimizing exposure and enhancing detoxification. If you are looking to reduce your toxic exposure, this episode is a must-listen!  Dr. Yvonne Burkart is a 22-year veteran of Toxicology with expertise in reproductive toxicity, particularly endocrine disruption, infertility, and cancer. She has also served as a Senior Toxicologist in the flavor and fragrance chemical industry, where she helped to ensure the safety of flavor ingredients. After going through her own health crisis from exposure to harmful chemicals and witnessing firsthand the power of a low-tox lifestyle, Dr. Yvonne began a mission to help consumers slash their toxic exposure with confidence and ease.   In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Burkart dive into: The number one source of toxins in the home (00:40) Exposure to toxic chemicals over a lifetime (3:30) Endocrine disruption and the impact on our body (9:13) A low-tox life and alternative options (15:49) Nine ways to detox your lungs (24:53)  Supporting your detox pathways (44:52) Dr. Burkart?s journey (48:04) Glutathione depletion, supplementation, and natural sources (49:21) Toxic toilet paper and alternatives (52:16) Menstrual products and the hidden source of toxins (57:22) The worst types of cookware (1:07:49) Microplastic exposure in tea, water, and processed foods (1:17:35) Detoxification with saunas (1:33:48) Hacking your rice to remove arsenic and eating cleaner oats (1:40:16) Dry cleaning, the dangers of greenwashing, and laundry detergents (1:48:11)  Final thoughts and key takeaways (2:04:01) Also mentioned in this episode: Episode with Dr. Ray Dorsey Dr. Yvonne Burkart - 9 ways to detox your lungs Atmotube  Tushy Bidet  PFAS in water article Try this: Do Microplastics Cause Heart Disease? Study mentioned by Dr. Rhonda Patrick on Saunas TrueMed  Dr. Burkart?s Arsenic in Rice video Dr. Burkart?s video about oats For more on Dr. Yvonne Burkart, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, and via her Website.  This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, LMNT, One Skin, and iRestore. Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 15% off any order of Magnesium Breakthrough and find out this month?s gift with purchase. And heads up: from November 23rd to December 3rd, they?re offering 25% off. That?s their once-a-year sale you don?t want to miss. Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. Head over to drinkLMNT.com/dhru today. Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off their limited edition Holiday Set; just go to oneskin.co and use the coupon code DHRU to save 15% and give your skin the scientifically proven, gentle care it deserves. Hair loss is frustrating. Give yourself the gift of hair confidence. For a limited time, my listeners get an exclusive discount on the iRestore Elite using the link irestore.com with code DHRU.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics, Masa Chips, and iRestore. Exercise is beneficial for your body, but it may be even more crucial for your brain. Today?s guest breaks down how movement fuels brain cell growth, protects against cognitive decline, and helps counter the effects of our overly sedentary modern lifestyles. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we?re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with neurophysiologist Louisa Nicola to explore the latest science on movement, brain health, and cognitive decline. She shares how different types of movement help grow and strengthen neural connections, and why a sedentary lifestyle can be so damaging. Louisa also breaks down how beginners can approach movement safely and sustainably, as well as how aerobic exercise supports both brain and heart health. In this episode, Dhru and Louisa dive into: Why sitting too much skyrockets your Alzheimer?s risk (1:00) How exercise forges stronger, faster synaptic connections (3:00) Rethinking movement for brain health: a beginner?s roadmap (5:00) The sweet spot for daily steps and how it boosts your brain (13:21) The unique neurodegeneration risks women face (15:53) How aerobic exercise strengthens an aging heart (20:55) The wild science of how exercise can reshape your brain?s gray matter (25:25) Also mentioned: Full episode with Louisa Nicola  This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics, Masa Chips, and iRestore. Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use the coupon code DHRU. Make 2025 your cleanest, healthiest year yet with Branch Basics! Ready to enjoy my favorite chips made with just three clean ingredients? Head to masachips.com/DHRU and use code DHRU for 25% off your first order.  Hair loss is frustrating. Give yourself the gift of hair confidence. For a limited time, my listeners get an exclusive discount on the iRestore Elite using the link irestore.com with code DHRU.  Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Birch Living, Our Place, Pique Life, and Fatty15. If you?ve been following this podcast, you know we?ve had several experts emphasize the importance of adequate protein intake, and sometimes that comes in the form of protein powder. But if you?ve seen the recent headlines, you might be wondering whether protein powder could actually be harmful to your health. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru breaks down the research behind a recent Consumer Reports investigation into lead found in protein powders. He shares the behind-the-scenes details of how the study was conducted, including which products were tested, the process used, and the standards applied to measure levels of concern. Dhru also discusses which products tested higher, provides practical ways to reduce exposure to heavy metals, and highlights what the article may have overlooked.  In this episode, Dhru dives into: Introduction: Why some people are rethinking their daily protein shake (00:00)  The truth behind the headlines (2:00) How products were tested, the testing process, and standards (4:00) What the report revealed (7:30) Why lead shows up in our food? (17:19) Best and worst options for reducing exposure (19:19) Why some proteins test cleaner (26:46) How to lower your daily exposure (33:36) What the article overlooked (36:16)  Why protein matters (39:16)  Final thoughts (42:16) *Correction: Equip Foods: No Natural Flavors in Chocolate Protein Powder Also mentioned in this episode: Sign up for Dhru?s Try This Newsletter Solo Episode Community Survey The Truth About Lead Powder In Protein  Dhru?s Smoothie Recipe Try This: Nighttime Light Exposure Study Try This: They once called her crazy, but today she's celebrated as a hero This episode is brought to you by Birch Living, Our Place, Pique Life, and Fatty15. Birch is exclusively offering my community 27% off their Birch Living mattress and two Eco-Rest pillows with your mattress purchase. Just head to birchliving.com/dhru today to get this offer today.  Reduce your toxic load by upgrading your cookware! Go to fromourplace.com today and use promo code DHRU at checkout to receive 10% off any order. Ready for your healthiest glow? Get 20% off for life, a complimentary gift, and explore the clean, plant-powered essentials behind your favorite new routine at piquelife.com/DHRU. Fatty15 is offering an additional 15% off its 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to fatty15.com/dhru and use code DHRU to replenish your C15 levels for long-term health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices