Dhru Purohit Show

• The Number #1 Aging Mistake You’re Making and How to Build Strength and Become Unstoppable at Any Age

  This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, Branch Basics, and Bon Charge. ​​Despite what most people think, aging does not have to mean decline. With the right mindset, proper nutrition, and consistent movement, you can take control of your health, build resilience, and stay strong, balanced, and unbreakable well into the later decades of life. Today’s guest shows us how. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Vonda Wright to unpack the misconceptions surrounding aging, especially the belief that aging automatically means decline. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, hormone optimization, and lifestyle adjustments in enabling women to approach aging with strength and positivity. They explore the critical role of nutrition, physical activity, and mental resilience in maintaining health and vitality through midlife. Dr. Wright also introduces her FACE protocol, a framework designed to promote long-term physical resilience. If you’re looking for inspiration to prioritize your health, stay strong, and become unbreakable as you age, this episode is for you. Dr. Vonda Wright is a double-board-certified orthopedic surgeon, researcher, and expert in active aging and mobility. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in helping athletes and active individuals maintain strength, mobility, and injury-free status at every stage of life. Dr. Wright combines cutting-edge technology with minimally invasive techniques and a patient-first approach to deliver personalized, high-performance care. Beyond the operating room, she’s a passionate advocate for helping people lead vibrant, active lives well into their later years. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Wright dive into:  Why believing that aging means decline is destructive to our health (00:30) How Dr. Wright helps women change their perspective about aging (3:15) Core beliefs women hold about aging (5:10) Dr. Wright's personal story and the steps she took to embrace aging (8:07) What are these aging "ticking time bombs"? (18:18) The effects of estrogen during perimenopause and menopause (21:12) Changes to our bones during aging and the causes of bone deterioration (23:45) Best practices to get the hormonal help women need (36:15) The FACE framework: flexibility and joint mobility, aerobic, carry a load, equilibrium, and foot speed (42:07) How strategically stressing our bodies improves health (45:24) How to improve your VO2 max and Dr. Wright’s resistance training protocol (49:42) The top nutrition tips and supplements for bone health (1:09:42) Committing to resilience (1:24:42) Final thoughts (1:26:10) Also mentioned in this episode: Unbreakable: A Woman's Guide to Aging with Power Alloy Health Midi Health  For more on Dr. Wright, follow her on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, or visit her Website. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth, Branch Basics, and Bon Charge. Right now, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets and sleepwear. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Right now, Branch Basics is offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit; just go to branchbasics.com and use code DHRU. Make 2025 your cleanest, healthiest year yet with Branch Basics! Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off. 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

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• The Key Nutrient that Reduces Inflammation and the Risk of Heart Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease that 95% of Americans Don't Get Enough Of

  This episode is brought to you by Maui Nui and Birch Living. What if a single nutrient could protect your brain, fight inflammation, and add healthy years to your life? Omega-3 can do all that and yet, over 95% of people are running on empty. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we’re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with Dr. Bill Harris. He shares groundbreaking research linking high omega-3 levels to Alzheimer’s and dementia prevention, and how omega-3s can help reduce overall chronic inflammation. Dr. Harris also reveals what’s considered optimal for omega-3 levels, the shocking range most Americans fall into, and how this widespread deficiency is closely tied to the overconsumption of ultra-processed foods. William S. Harris, PhD, FASN, has been a leading researcher in the omega-3 fatty acid field for 40 years. He has authored over 300 scientific papers on fatty acids and health, has been on the faculty of three medical schools, and has received five NIH grants to study omega-3. He co-authored three AHA statements on fatty acids and heart health. As the co-inventor of the Omega-3 Index (and other omega-3 blood tests) and founder of OmegaQuant Analytics, Dr. Harris has been ranked among the top 2% of scientists worldwide based on the impact of his research. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Harris dive into: High omega-3 levels and their correlation with reduced risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s (1:50) Research on omega-3s and their role in reducing chronic inflammation (6:22) Average omega-3 levels vs. optimal levels (12:19) Causes of omega-3 deficiencies and the rise of ultra-processed food consumption (14:41) How fish oil can lower triglyceride levels and impact cellular health (12:25) Final thoughts (20:15) Also mentioned: Full episode with Dr. Bill Harris This episode is brought to you by Maui Nui and Birch Living. 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! Get 27% off your Birch Living mattress during their Labor Day 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

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• This Doctor Says Fiber Is The Closest Thing To A Nutritional Holy Grail with Dr. Karan

  This episode is brought to you by Vuori, One Skin, Momentous, and LMNT. Fiber is one of the most overlooked nutrients in the modern diet, and most of us aren’t getting enough. Lower fiber intake is linked to increased risks of chronic disease, digestive problems, and poor metabolic health, but boosting your intake can be simple and enjoyable. Today’s guest shares the unique benefits of different types of fiber and how gradually increasing intake can support gut health, cholesterol levels, liver function, and other health benefits.  Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Karan Rajan to unpack the critical role of fiber in our diets and why most of us aren’t getting nearly enough. He shares his personal health journey and how increasing his fiber intake transformed his well-being. Dr. Karan discusses the different types of fiber, their science-backed benefits, and simple, practical ways to work more high-fiber foods into your day. He also explains the hidden dangers of fiber deficiency, its link to chronic diseases like colon cancer, and the surprising potential of fiber to help flush out microplastics from the body.  Dr. Karan Rajan is a doctor and one of the biggest health & science creators on social media. Since 2020, he has amassed over 11 million followers across TikTok, YouTube, Instagram & Facebook with his refreshingly frank medical myth-busting and health advice videos which combine education, entertainment, and generous servings of dark humour. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Rajan dive into:  The fiber deficiency crisis (00:10) Understanding fiber's role in gut health (1:29) Types of fiber and how to increase our intake (05:55) The evolution of dietary choices (13:23) Navigating fiber sensitivities (17:20) Essential high-fiber foods (25:42) The consequences of low fiber intake (33:10) Fiber and colon cancer risk (37:23) Understanding the role of fiber in removing microplastics (40:06) Fiber's impact on cholesterol and heart health (45:47) Optimizing liver health (50:53) Rethinking the 10,000 steps myth (53:40) Patterns over perfection in health (59:05) The importance of sleep in health (1:00:42) Smart supplementation strategies (1:05:01) Final thoughts and takeaways (1:09:09) Also mentioned in this episode: Dr. Karan’s Blog Post on Pantry Staples  For more on Dr. Rajan, follow him on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Vuori, One Skin, Momentous, and LMNT. Right now, Vuori is offering my listeners 20% off their FIRST purchase. Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the planet at vuori.com/DHRU and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing.  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. Optimize your energy and mental clarity with the purest form of creatine, made by and used by the best, now available in convenient single-serve lemon flavor packets. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. 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

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• Three Key Things People Do to Keep Weight Off Consistently

  This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics and AquaTru. Losing weight is often easier than keeping it off. Crash diets and trendy programs might help you drop pounds quickly, but experts know those clickbait tips don’t last. Today’s guest shares the key traits of people who successfully reach and maintain their weight loss goals. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we’re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with certified personal trainer, nutritionist, and bodybuilding coach Dr. Allan Bacon. Dr. Bacon breaks down the three common traits shared by people who lose weight and keep it off long term and why they work. He also explains how to shift from a restrictive approach to a goal-setting mindset, and how our ability to lose weight changes as we age.  Dr. Allan Bacon, who holds a Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland. He is a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine, a certified nutritionist and physique/bodybuilding coach, a USA Powerlifting coach, and has over 15 years of experience formulating for leading dietary supplement companies. His work has been featured in Muscle & Fitness, Sci-Fit, the Alan Aragon Research Review, and The Personal Trainer Development Center. Dr. Bacon specializes in helping working adults master their physique, performance, mindset, and habits to achieve sustainable, lifelong results. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Bacon dive into: Best and worst ways to lose 10 lbs (1:29) Three common characteristics of lifelong, sustained weight loss (2:07) Optimal mindset for maintaining weight loss(11:15) Why weight loss becomes more challenging as we age (17:41) Final thoughts (24:31) Also mentioned: Full episode with Dr. Allan Bacon This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics and Air Doctor. 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! Right now, AquaTru is offering my community $50 off their new shower filter. Ready to upgrade your shower? Visit dhrupurohit.com/shower to experience the AquaTru Shower difference.     Sign up for Dhru’s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Celebrity Trainer Reveals His Weight Loss Playbook And Why Cutting Carbs Might Be Hurting Your Goals with Harley Pasternak

  This episode is brought to you by Fatty15, Levels, and Ollie. When it comes to diet mistakes and fad diets, social media is full of trends and extreme ideas. But what works, stands the test of time, and is sustainable in the long run? Today’s guest shares his experience and top tips without leaving you feeling deprived. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with celebrity trainer and evidence-based educator Harley Pasternak to discuss the biggest diet mistakes he’s seen with his clients. Harley shares his controversial take on cutting out entire food groups and following overly restrictive diets. He also breaks down the top reasons why people overeat, introduces his PATH protocol, and explains the success his clients have experienced using it. Plus, Harley reflects on how his views have evolved over the years and highlights the research that now supports his current beliefs on sustainable weight loss and healthy living. Harley Pasternak is the author of six popular diet and fitness books, including the New York Times bestsellers The Body Reset Diet and The 5-Factor Diet. He holds a Master of Science degree in exercise physiology and nutritional sciences from the University of Toronto and an honors degree in kinesiology from the University of Western Ontario. He is an adjunct professor at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. Harley Pasternak lives with his wife and two children in Los Angeles. In this episode, Dhru and Harley dive into:  Breaking down the biggest diet mistakes (00:24) Why removing carbs from our diet is detrimental to our health (2:31) The PATH protocol (20:35) Excess fat consumption and how to balance calories in and out (25:05) Why are we overeating? (37:41) Harley's carb hierarchy (47:36) Things Harley changed his mind on (56:15) Harley’s perspective on health: the art of moderation (1:05:59) Toxin exposure, social media, and living an active lifestyle (1:09:09) Final thoughts and takeaways (1:14:18) Also mentioned in this episode: THE CARB RESET: Store Less Fat, Burn the Rest, and Harness the Power of Carbs to Lose Weight For more on Harley, follow him on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, or visit his Website. This episode is brought to you by Fatty15, Ollie, and Levels. 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, 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. Sign up for Dhru’s Try This Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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