Dhru Purohit Show

By: Dhru Purohit
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  • Hi, I'm Dhru (like Drew), and every week, I interview the top experts in health, medicine, and mindset to provide you with in-depth, step-by-step protocols to take your health to the next level.
    Dhru Purohit Show 2024
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  • Are You Sabotaging Your Weight Loss Goals? Expert Sheds Light on the Key to Becoming Leaner and Stronger in 2025 with Dr. Mike Israetel

    Are You Sabotaging Your Weight Loss Goals? Expert Sheds Light on the Key to Becoming Leaner and Stronger in 2025 with Dr. Mike Israetel
    Jan 15 2025
    This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, One Skin, and Cozy Earth. Sticking to a healthy diet isn’t always easy, and it can feel almost impossible when you’re just starting out. While some may see this as a sign of weakness, today’s guest explains that our bodies simply haven’t evolved to keep up with modern lifestyles and the constant availability of ultra-processed foods. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Mike Israetel to discuss how our modern food environment taps into our evolutionary drive to consume and store calories for times of scarcity. Dr. Mike explains why punishing yourself or approaching weight loss with self-hatred is counterproductive and shares a practical guide for sustainable weight loss, no matter your goal. If you’re considering semaglutides, he outlines the key factors for a successful experience. Ready to crush your weight loss goals in 2025? Tune in for these expert tips! Dr. Mike, PhD, is the co-founder and Chief Content Officer of RP Strength (Renaissance Periodization) and the face of its popular YouTube channel. With a doctorate in sports physiology from East Tennessee State University, he is a seasoned expert in fitness and performance. As a former sports nutrition consultant for the U.S. Olympic Training Site in Johnson City, Tennessee, Dr. Mike has shared his expertise at global scientific and performance conferences, including seminars at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid. He has coached countless athletes in nutrition and weight training and continues to push his limits as a competitive bodybuilder and professional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu grappler. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Mikel dive into: Why the human body is good at storing fat and why it has been a key part of our survival as a species (00:28) Forgiveness and acceptance of your current body while empowering yourself to make changes (10:06) How to lose stubborn fat in a sustainable way (17:13) A balanced and practical approach to fat loss (32:02) The role of obesogens, calories, and seed oils in weight gain (38:45) Hidden calories in foods and how easily we overeat without realizing it (48:34) Weight loss and appetite-suppressing drugs (57:19) Key cultural and genetic differences in obesity levels between the USA, Japan, and other countries (01:10:33) Are semaglutides appropriate for individuals trying to lose less than 30 pounds (01:26:30) How diet can help reduce addictions (01:34:57) The difference between business meals and fun meals (01:41:30) Also mentioned in this episode: Learn more about Dr. Mike and access free guides from RP Strength here For more on Dr. Israetel, follow him on Instagram, X/Twitter, YouTube, and his Website. This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, One Skin, and Cozy Earth. 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, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 51 mins
  • 6 Ways Your Diet is Making You Look Older + The Power of Sauna and Cold Therapy to Keep Your Body Young

    6 Ways Your Diet is Making You Look Older + The Power of Sauna and Cold Therapy to Keep Your Body Young
    Jan 13 2025
    This episode is brought to you by Ollie and Lumebox. We all know inflammation can influence our risk of developing diseases, but did you know it also plays a role in premature aging? Today’s guest reveals powerful strategies to reduce inflammation, helping us age gracefully while keeping longevity at the forefront. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Susanna Søberg to explore six key factors linked to premature aging. Dr. Søberg explains how inflammation affects the aging process and shares practical lifestyle practices to combat "inflammaging." She dives into the benefits of hot and cold therapies, emphasizing the importance of building tolerance to sauna heat therapy, especially as we age. Additionally, she debunks popular social media myths about cold therapy and offers actionable tips for incorporating it into your routine. Dr. Susanna Søberg is one of the world’s leading researchers and experts in cold and heat therapy and functional breathing. She is also the founder of the Soeberg Institute, an online research-backed curriculum designed to help anyone optimize their stress management and performance for a healthier and happier life. Dr. Søberg obtained her PhD in metabolism at the University of Copenhagen, and her research has contributed to a deeper understanding of brown fat metabolism in adults. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Søberg dive into: The role of inflammation when it comes to aging (00:00:20) Sugar increases inflammaging (2:50) What shocks Dr. Søberg about the standard American diet (5:30) Trans fat hidden in foods and adequate protein intake (9:20) Alcohol consumption (21:00) The impact of hot, cold and contrast therapy on our health (29:45) Building your tolerance for sauna heat (45:45) Microplastic and toxin exposure (50:45) The importance of community and addressing loneliness (1:04:45) Why and how cold exposure can be beneficial (1:08:25) Myths and truths about when and how you should implement cold therapy (1:12:35) Trusting yourself and moderation (1:33:10) Also mentioned in this episode: Dr. Søberg's Newsletter Microplastics and Your Health-Huberman Lab Podcast Microplastics and Your Health-Dr. Rhonda Fitzpatrick Podcast For more on Dr. Søberg, follow her on Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, and her Website. This episode is brought to you by Ollie and Lumebox. 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. Lumebox is offering my community $260 off their FDA-approved portable Red Light device! That's over 40% off! Go to thelumebox.com/dhru and get your Red Light device. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • The Healthiest Foods To Burn Fat, Kill Disease & Slow Aging with Dr William Li

    The Healthiest Foods To Burn Fat, Kill Disease & Slow Aging with Dr William Li
    Jan 8 2025
    This episode is brought to you by Momentous, Birch Living, and Cozy Earth. The road to longevity doesn’t need to be complicated or rely on the latest gadgets and trends. Simple habits like eating wholesome foods, getting quality sleep, staying active, and engaging with your community can consistently nourish your body and mind for a long, healthy life. Today’s guest shares insights from his travels and research, revealing practical ways to incorporate these longevity secrets into our daily lives. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. William Li to explore the top health-promoting foods Dr. Li has discovered during his travels. Dr. Li shares 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 reveals the foods that support these beneficial bacteria and boost collagen production and stresses the importance of reducing your toxin exposure. If you are looking for foods and habits that 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 (00:00:40) Coffee: one of the holy trinity beverages (3:44) The benefits of oats and bioactive (6:23) Processed versus ultra-processed foods (14:30) Never too late to change your operating system (24:05) Dr. Li’s approach to longevity (31:37) Gut microbiome in those who live long lives (52:27) Top foods that feed the four key bacteria associated with longevity (59:27) Releasing the hope molecule during exercise (1:06:00) The importance of self-reliance in judging what is right for you (1:14:30) Doubling down on the basics and key habits (1:17:15) Dr. Li’s thoughts on reducing toxins and microplastic exposure (1:20:27) Naturally boosting collagen in our diet (1:40:27) Exosomes and fatty acid profile (1:52:37) For more on Dr. Li, follow him on Instagram, Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube, and his Website. This episode is brought to you by Momentous, Birch Living, and Cozy Earth. Optimize your energy and mental clarity with the purest form of creatine made by and used by the best. Go to livemomentous.com and enter promo code DHRU to get 20% off any order. To get 25% off your Birch Living mattress plus two free eco-rest pillows, head over to birchliving.com/dhru today. Right now, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP for any order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 7 mins

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