Dhru Purohit Show

• The Top 10 Toxins that Are Wreaking Havoc on Your Health and How to Protect You and Your Family from Hidden Toxins in the Home with Dr. Aly Cohen

  This episode is brought to you by Momentous, Cozy Earth, and Lumebox. Toxins hidden in everyday products can quietly increase our risk of chronic diseases, including cancer. These harmful chemicals aren’t just found in what we put on our skin—they’re also in the air we breathe and the water we drink. Understanding where these toxins hide and how they impact our health empowers us to make smarter choices, reduce our exposure, and protect both our well-being and that of our families. Today’s guest shares how simple, practical switches can help us detoxify our lives and take back control of our health. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Aly Cohen to unpack some of the most toxic offenders hiding in our everyday lives. Using a tier-ranking system, Dr. Cohen breaks down where everyday household items—like cookware, cleaning products, Tupperware, and candles—rank compared to other major exposures, such as poor air quality and tap water. She also shares her Four A’s Framework—a simple, practical tool to help identify toxins without feeling overwhelmed or paralyzed when making safer choices. Plus, Dr. Cohen offers actionable tips to support the body’s natural detoxification pathways through everyday lifestyle habits, nutrition, and targeted supplements. Dr. Cohen is a board-certified physician specializing in rheumatology and integrative medicine, as well as an environmental health expert based in Princeton, New Jersey. Her new book, DETOXIFY: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them, connects the dots between everyday chemical exposures and the rising epidemic of immune and autoimmune disorders and what we can all do about it. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Cohen dive into: Iodine’s role in detoxifying the body (00:40) Ranking toxin exposure from non-stick cookware (4:05) The problem with tap water—and solutions for cleaner options (9:33) The cumulative impact of toxin exposure over time (19:53) How today’s toxin load compares to earlier lifestyles (20:59) Poor indoor air quality and the dangers of dust buildup (22:38) The 4 A’s Framework for reducing toxic exposure (34:37) Why standard household cleaners can be harmful (38:47) Personal care products and their link to autoimmune disorders (44:26) Safer alternatives to traditional dry cleaning (54:17) Why you should avoid microwaving food in plastic—and use glass instead (58:15) Ultra-processed foods as a constant source of toxins (1:06:35) Foods that naturally support the body’s detoxification process (1:11:01) Mercury exposure and the rising pollution in our oceans (1:13:22) Daily supplements and foods that help minimize toxic burden (1:18:05) What drives Dr. Cohen’s passion for environmental health (1:24:11) BPA levels in mothers and the correlation with autism (1:29:07) What truly matters when it comes to reducing toxic exposure (1:37:27) Also mentioned in this episode: Dr. Cohen’s book Detoxify Study on surface cracks on non-stick cookware Try This –The Invisible Threat You Need to Be Aware of Ollie Dog Food For more on Dr. Cohen, follow her on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and her Website. This episode is brought to you by Momentous, Cozy Earth, and Lumebox. Optimize your energy and mental clarity with the Momentous Three: Protein, Omega-3s, and Creatine made by and used by the best. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription.  Right now, get 40% off sitewide at Cozy Earth.  From May 2 through May 4th, Buy One, Get One Free viscose bamboo pajamas!! Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Lumebox is offering my community early access to their 50% off their portable Red Light device Birthday sale. Just go to thelumebox.com/dhru to get your device.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• What is Your Body Trying to Tell You? The Top Causes of Chronic Pain and How to Tackle Pain Head On

  This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth and Manukora Honey. Chronic pain affects millions of people, yet traditional approaches often focus only on managing symptoms, without addressing the root cause. Today’s guests share a groundbreaking perspective: that pain is created by the brain as a signal of an underlying emotional issue that needs attention. By identifying and addressing these emotional triggers, lasting relief can be achieved by rewiring the brain. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we’re bringing you a special compilation episode featuring Dhru’s conversations with leading experts on getting to the root cause of chronic pain. Dr. Andrea Furlan breaks down the drivers of chronic pain and debunks common myths around treatment. She also highlights the dangers of a sedentary lifestyle in worsening pain and shares her unique, integrative approach to healing. Next, Dr. Howard Schubiner explains why chronic pain is becoming more prevalent and how it’s closely connected to the brain. He outlines why the current model of pain management falls short and introduces Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy—an evidence-based approach that has been shown to be more effective than traditional treatments. Dr. Schubiner also discusses how adverse childhood experiences can manifest as chronic pain later in life, and how we can retrain our brains to change our perception and experience of pain. In this episode, Dhru and his guests dive into: Top myths in treating chronic pain (01:05) Tier ranking of the top drivers of chronic pain (06:40) Corrective exercises for addressing lower back pain (12:36) Solutions, answers, and advice for lower back pain (15:33) Evidence-based alternative approaches for chronic lower back and shoulder pain (19:26) Do's and don'ts to prevent abuse of the body (22:51) Why back pain has doubled in the last twenty years (29:20) What pain in the body actually is (32:28) Why the current approach to pain and pain management is broken (35:43) The Symptom Perception Model and its effectiveness (43:00) Incentives that contribute to systemic failure (44:32) Why MRIs don’t provide a complete picture of pain (49:11) Adverse childhood experiences and their relationship to pain (54:45) Understanding how the brain generates pain (59:58) Final thoughts (01:07:43) Also mentioned: Full episode with Dr. Andrea Furlan Full episode with Dr. Howard Schubiner This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth and Manukora Honey. Right now, get 40% off sitewide at Cozy Earth.  From May 2 through May 4th, buy One, Get One Free viscose bamboo pajamas!! Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Upgrade to the creamiest honey, packed with antioxidants and prebiotics. Just go to manukora.com/dhru to get $25 off the Starter Kit and boost your energy, immunity, and digestive health today! Sign up for Dhru’s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Why You Need to Eat 30 Different Plants a Week to Fight Inflammation and How to Build Your Healthiest Gut Microbiome Yet with Gut Expert Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

  This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, One Skin, and Branch Basics. Over 95% of Americans are deficient in one key nutrient: fiber. And yet, fiber plays a powerful role in overall health—supporting weight loss, better sleep, and increased satiety. Today’s guest takes a deep dive into fiber, gut health, and why adding more plants to your diet is one of the best things you can do for your well-being. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz to discuss why increasing the diversity of plants in your diet is crucial for gut and overall health. Dr. Bulsiewicz shares his top tips and go-to recipe for anyone beginning their journey toward more fiber and plant diversity. He also explores concerns surrounding the increasing use of GLP-1 medications without a long-term plan and identifies the most effective practices for achieving sustainable weight loss. If you’re looking for a deep dive into what damages the gut microbiome—and how to truly optimize your gut health—this episode is for you. Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is a board-certified gastroenterologist, an internationally recognized expert in gut health, and the bestselling author of Fiber Fueled and The Fiber Fueled Cookbook. He serves as U.S. Medical Director and Scientific Advisor at ZOE, has published over 20 peer-reviewed articles, has presented to Congress and the USDA, and has taught gut health to over 10,000 students. Dr. B earned his MD from Georgetown, trained at Northwestern and UNC, where he was chief fellow, and completed an NIH-funded epidemiology fellowship at UNC’s Gillings School of Global Public Health. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Bulsiewicz dive into: Increasing the diversity of plants in your diet (00:30) Research on the significance of adding diversity to your diet (3:42) Starting the day with a morning smoothie as a best practice for diversity (9:30) Base ingredients for smoothies and beginner-friendly plant additions (17:10) Personalizing the right amount of fiber for your gut microbiome (25:41) Emulsifiers added to plant-based meals (28:03) The connection between fiber and GLP-1 (36:54) Intense food noise, cravings, and long-term drug dependency (43:59) A tiered approach to weight loss (48:17) Alcohol and the least damaging options from a gut perspective (1:09:24) Marijuana use and its impact on health (1:14:25) The controversy behind the MAHA movement (1:19:29) Fermented foods and their effects on the microbiome (1:31:44) Tier-ranking what damages the gut microbiome (1:40:12) Concerns about the carnivore diet and Dr. Bulsiewicz’s observations (1:53:59) Dr. Bulsiewicz’s prebiotics and the journey to build a better microbiome (1:57:49) Strengthening intuition and learning to trust your gut (2:04:03) Also mentioned in this episode: ZOE 38Tera: Dr. Bulsiewicz’s prebiotic For more on Dr. Bulsiewicz, follow him on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and his Website. This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, One Skin, and Branch Basics. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off; just go to boncharge.com/DHRU and use coupon code DHRU to save 15%. Right now, One Skin is offering my community 15% off; just go to oneskin.co and use 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 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

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• The Top Foods That Help and Harm The Liver with Kristin Kirkpatrick

  This episode is brought to you by Maui Nui, Levels, and Ollie. When we think about chronic disease and vital organs, the liver isn’t always the first that comes to mind—but it should be. The liver plays a role in nearly every metabolic process in the body, from stabilizing blood sugar levels to converting amino acids into usable fuel. Today’s guest joins the podcast for a deep dive into how optimizing liver health is key to supporting overall health. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Kristin Kirkpatrick to explore the liver’s vital role in detoxification, the rise of fatty liver disease, and how liver health impacts overall mortality. They break down the connection between diet and liver function, debunk myths about dietary fat, and examine the effects of ultra-processed foods and artificial sweeteners. Kristin shares the benefits of coffee, muscle mass, and blood sugar balance for metabolic health, along with key liver-supportive foods, lifestyle tips, and insights into GLP-1 medications for those with obesity and liver issues. In this episode, Dhru and Kristin dive into: The shocking rates of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (00:00) Understanding fatty liver disease and its twelve major risk factors (2:51) Why Americans are at greater risk (7:50) The crucial role the liver plays in the body (13:28) The phases of detoxification from environmental toxins (18:18) Research linking fatty liver disease to increased mortality risk (22:28) The earlier onset of fatty liver disease in today’s population (27:15) Why carbohydrates may be more to blame than fat (27:54) The impact of Diet Cola, artificial sweeteners, and foods to avoid (32:01) Twelve liver-friendly foods to prioritize (48:31) The importance of building and maintaining muscle mass (58:01) Lifestyle recommendations for managing fatty liver disease (1:05:31) The role of physical activity in liver health (1:08:31) Understanding GLP-1 medications and their effects (1:11:53) Final thoughts on liver health and nutrition (1:18:31) Also mentioned in this episode: Kristin’s Presentation Slides Regenerative Health Book For more on Kristin, follow her on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, Pinterest, Youtube, LinkedIn, and her Website. This episode is brought to you by Maui Nui, Levels, and Ollie.  Right now, Maui Nui Venison is offering my listeners a limited collection of my favorite cuts and products. Just go to mauinuivenison.com/dhru to secure your access now —but hurry, supply is limited! Right now, Levels is offering my listeners an additional 2 FREE months of the Levels annual Membership when you use my link: levels.link/DHRU. Make moves on your metabolic health with Levels 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Break Free of People Pleasing, Sugar Addiction, and Limiting Beliefs that are Holding You Back From Living the Life You Desire with Dr. Adi Jaffe

  This episode is brought to you by Momentous, Cozy Earth, and Levels. In today’s world, addiction takes many forms—whether it’s alcohol, drugs, social media, or people-pleasing. Certain key factors drive these behaviors and make breaking the cycle incredibly challenging. Today’s guest offers powerful insights into brain health and psychology, explaining why these patterns emerge and how we can begin to unhook from them. On this episode of The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with psychologist and addiction expert Dr. Adi Jaffe. Dr. Jaffe breaks down the “hook” that keeps us stuck in addictive behaviors and explores the root causes that draw us back to them. He takes a deep dive into shame—the true fuel behind addiction—and explains why people-pleasing is one of the hardest patterns to break. He also shares his own powerful journey of overcoming addiction and highlights the importance of holding onto beliefs that serve us—and letting go of those that don’t. Dr. Adi Jaffe is a UCLA-trained psychologist and a leading expert on mental health, addiction, and relationships. Once a meth addict and drug dealer, his life changed after a SWAT arrest and jail sentence. Now the author of The Abstinence Myth and Unhooked, Dr. Jaffe challenges traditional addiction treatment and leads IGNTD, an organization helping former inmates find support for addiction and mental health. His work has been featured on CNN, Fox, NBC, and Psychology Today. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Jaffe dive into: The hook beneath addiction (00:00) What you gain by holding onto your addiction (5:47) The deeper roots of people-pleasing (7:15) Dhru and Dr. Jaffe's personal stories with people-pleasing (11:58) The SPARO Method explained (19:38) Dr. Jaffe's personal addiction story and how Unhooked was created (24:40) Why shame is the true fuel behind addiction (36:02) The hooks and stimulants that fueled Dr. Jaffe's past addictions (41:22) Fixed mindset vs. growth mindset (50:21) The capacity for change: being reactive vs. proactive (55:01) How Dr. Jaffe overcame his addiction (58:30) Common habits that unknowingly lead to addiction (1:07:34) Understanding the addiction of self-criticism (1:22:21) Letting go of limiting beliefs and embracing self-evaluation (1:29:15) The power of celebrating small wins (1:37:30) Where to follow Dr. Jaffe’s work (1:44:08) Also mentioned in this episode: Unhooked: Free Yourself from Addiction Forever How to Heal Your Body and Manifest Reality with Bruce Lipton For more on Dr.Jaffe, follow him on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter,  Apple Podcast, LinkedIn, his Website, and other platforms, such as IGNTD™. This episode is brought to you by Momentous, Cozy Earth, and Levels, Optimize your energy and mental clarity with the Momentous Three: Protein, Omega-3s, and Creatine made by and used by the best. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Right now, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Right now, Levels is offering my listeners an additional 2 FREE months of the Levels annual Membership when you use my link, levels.link/DHRU. Make moves on your metabolic health with Levels today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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