This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough, Lifeforce, and ButcherBox.Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Juliet and Kelly Starrett to discuss their practical, no-frills approach to promoting durability and mobility as we age.Juliet Starrett is an entrepreneur, attorney, author, podcaster, and professional whitewater paddler, winning three world championships and five national titles. Dr. Kelly Starrett consults with athletes and coaches from the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, the US Olympic Team, elite Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard forces. Juliet and Kelly Starrett founded The Ready State fitness podcast and blog, San Francisco Cross Fit, co-authors of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Deskbound and the New York Times best-seller Built to Move. In this episode, Dhru, Juliet, and Kelly dive into:-Why the sit and rise test is a key marker of longevity (2:23)-The major milestones where declines in mobility start to happen (13:52)-The power of walking for longevity (23:57)-How to build up your sleep pressure (28:17)-Increasing your durability to aging (40:51)-Fundamentals for longevity that make the biggest impact (45:38)-Breaking free from diet culture and finding what works best for you (52:00)-The 800 grams of fiber challenge (56:08)-Why metabolic flexibility is the ultimate marker of a successful diet (1:18:50)-Recommendations for sleep (1:28:08)-Creating a movement-rich environment (1:33:11)-Mobility for everyday movement (1:42:33)-At-home tests for determining your range of motion (1:54:08)-Societal shifts for creating a healthier lifestyle for the next generation (2:00:48)Also mentioned in this episode:-Builttomove.com-Built to Move 21-Day Challenge-Get Kelly and Juliet’s latest book, Built to Move here. For more on Juliet and Kelly Starrett, follow The Ready State on Instagram @thereadystate, Facebook @TheReadyState, and Twitter @thereadystate.Right now, you can get 10% off Sleep Breakthrough. And if you buy two or more, you’ll get a free bottle of Magnesium Breakthrough. This is a limited-time offer! So just go to sleepbreakthrough.com/dhru and use code dhru10.Lifeforce is a revolutionary new health platform that’s changing the game when it comes to personalized performance and longevity-based action plans. Right now, get 15% off your first purchase at Mylifeforce.com with code DHRU.ButcherBox has a variety of different boxes, and you can choose your box and frequency. For a limited time, you can sign up today and get 2 lbs of ground beef free for a whole year PLUS $20 off by going to butcherbox.com/dhru. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough, Pique Life, and Beekeeper’s Naturals. This week on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Dr. Dale Bredesen, one of the most esteemed voices and researchers in Alzheimer’s disease, to talk about the first steps to preventing cognitive decline and lowering your risk of Alzheimer’s.Dr. Dale Bredesen is internationally recognized as an expert in Alzheimer's disease and the author of the New York Times bestsellers The End of Alzheimer's, The End of Alzheimer's Program, and his latest book, The First Survivors of Alzheimer'sIn this episode, Dhru and Dr. Bredesen dive into:-Why nobody should get Alzheimer’s disease (2:38)-Why Alzheimer’s disease prevention isn’t talked about more (11:26)-Immune-system activators that drive Alzheimer’s (20:08)-Fructose and Alzheimer’s disease (27:30)-Saturated fat and Alzheimer’s disease (32:44)-The role of the microglia in Alzheimer’s disease (41:15)-Personalized medical interventions for successful Alzheimer’s treatment (47:36)-How to reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s (57:40)-Mold toxicity and Alzheimer’s disease (1:01:43)-Basic diet and lifestyle interventions for Alzheimer’s prevention (1:07:33)-Measuring biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease (1:30:55)-What has changed where people are getting Alzheimer’s so young (1:38:10)-Steps you can take to prevent Alzheimer’s (1:48:00)Also mentioned in this episode:-Dr. Dale Bredesen’s dementia-reversal clinical trial, Evanthea-KetoFLEX 12/3-Free cognoscopy assessment-The First Survivors of Alzheimer'sFor more on Dr. Bredesen, follow him on Facebook @drdalebredesen, and through his website, apollohealthco.com.Right now, you can get 10% off Sleep Breakthrough. And if you buy two or more you’ll get a free bottle of Magnesium Breakthrough. This is a limited-time offer! So just go to sleepbreakthrough.com/dhru and use code dhru10.Right now, you can enjoy 15% off Pique’s Pu’er tea bundle plus free shipping FOR LIFE. You’ll also get a bonus pouch with 12 of Pique’s other premium teas. Head to piquelife.com/dhru to treat yourself to the highest-quality tea out there.Right now, Beekeeper’s Naturals is offering my listeners early access to their Memorial Day sale. Between now and May 30th, go to beekeepersnaturals.com/DHRU and enter code “DHRU” to get 25% off your entire order. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is brought to you by InsideTracker, LMNT, and Joovv.Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Dr. Robert Lustig to talk about the impact of added sugar on mitochondrial health and metabolism and how to cut down on consumption on an individual and global scale. Dr. Robert Lustig is a neuroendocrinologist with expertise in metabolism, obesity, and nutrition. He is also one of the leaders of the current “anti-sugar” movement that is changing the food industry, in part through his game-changing books. His latest work is Metabolical: The Lure and the Lies of Processed Food, Nutrition, and Modern Medicine.In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Lustig dive into:-What to expect after you significantly cut down on added sugar (3:04)-The safest level of sugar to consume (8:12)-The effects of large amounts of sugar inside the body (33:21)-Sugar as the main driver of metabolic disease (40:06)-How mitochondrial health impacts metabolic health (44:30)-Eight drivers of disease and how to fight them (50:05)-Omega-3 fats for cellular health (57:45)-The role of omega-6 fats in creating health and disease (1:04:26)-Gut health as a primary source of chronic inflammation (1:10:15)-Should ultra-processed food be considered real food? (1:20:17)-Dietary recommendations for safe sugar consumption (1:32:51)-Recommendations for “safely” drinking alcohol (1:37:00)-Why the makeup of our calories matters (1:44:03)-Thin on the outside, fat on the inside (TOFI) (1:47:52)-The three sites of fat deposition in the body (1:50:18)-Findings from the SHINE study (1:56:36)-The Metabolic Matrix (feed the gut, protect the liver, and support the brain) (2:07:45)-Future directions for processed food and government policy (2:27:50)-Action items for reducing the added sugar in your diet (2:43:29)For more on Dr. Robert Lustig, follow him on YouTube @robertlustig, and his website, robertlustig.com. Also mentioned in this episode:-Get his book, Metabolical, here-The SHINE randomized controlled trial-Dr. Lustig’s new paper, The Metabolic MatrixInsideTracker provides detailed nutrition and lifestyle guidance based on your individual needs. Right now, they’re offering my podcast community 20% off. Just go to insidetracker.com/DHRU to get your discount and try it out yourself.Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. That’s eight single-serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all eight flavors or share LMNT with a salty friend. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/DHRU.Enhance your health with red and infrared LED light therapy with Joovv. Right now, Joovv is offering an exclusive offer on your first order. Head over to Joovv.com/dhru and apply my code DHRU. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough, WHOOP, BON CHARGE, and InsideTracker.This week on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with health and fitness educator Thomas DeLauer to discuss the myths, nuances, and benefits of intermittent fasting for metabolic health.Thomas DeLauer is an expert in diet, nutrition, and all things intermittent fasting. Thomas is best known for breaking down complex and nuanced health topics into simpler terms for his audience and for his open mindset toward challenging his own beliefs in the field of diet and nutrition. In this episode, Dhru and Thomas dive into:-What makes intermittent fasting underrated (2:12)-Real-life examples of metabolic flexibility (5:22)-Where Thomas’s beliefs about intermittent fasting have evolved (7:25)-The standard American approach to fasting (17:47)-How Thomas discovered fasting (26:36)-Tips and tricks to make fasting sustainable (30:05)-16:8 fasting (37:18)-Why tracking calories might be beneficial in the short term (41:11)-Do’s and don’ts of fasting for weight loss (49:02)-Fasting for longevity (55:36)-Common fasting mistakes (58:25)-Debunking fasting myths (1:15:11)-Stress as an overlooked area of health (1:22:47)-How our environment impacts our behaviors (1:38:30)Also mentioned in this episode:[email protected] Instagram account-5 Ways to Measure Fasting Effectiveness-Why Dr. Peter Attia Changed His Mind on FastingFor more on Thomas DeLauer, follow him on Instagram @thomasdelauer, YouTube @ThomasDeLauerOfficial, and through his website, thomasdelauer.com.Right now, you can get 10% off Sleep Breakthrough. And if you buy two or more you’ll get a free bottle of Magnesium Breakthrough. This is a limited-time offer! So just go to sleepbreakthrough.com/dhru and use code dhru10.WHOOP is a personalized digital fitness tracker and health coaching platform that monitors your physiology 24/7 and provides personalized recommendations based on what your body needs. Head on over to join.whoop.com/dhru to get your first month free on WHOOP.BON CHARGE is a holistic wellness brand with a HUGE range of evidence-based products to optimize your life. Right now, my community can go to boncharge.com/DHRU and use coupon code DHRU to save 15%.InsideTracker provides detailed nutrition and lifestyle guidance based on your individual needs. Right now, they’re offering my podcast community 20% off. Just go to insidetracker.com/DHRU to get your discount and try it out for yourself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is brought to you by Birch Mattress by Helix, Cozy Earth, and Lifeforce. In today’s minisode, Dhru discusses the lessons he’s learned on his heart health journey and the critical role our endothelial health plays in our risk for heart disease. He shares what damages the endothelial lining, which coats the inside of over 60,000 miles of blood vessels, and how you can strengthen it by supporting your mitochondria, circadian rhythm, sleep, and more. Dhru also discusses his personal experience navigating high cholesterol despite making diet and lifestyle changes and how working with Dr. Michael Twyman and getting a series of lab tests helped him get a deeper look into what’s going on with his heart health.In this episode, Dhru dives into:-Crazy heart disease statistics (00:42)-Endothelial dysfunction as the root cause of heart disease (4:30)-The three events that lead up to a heart attack (6:28)-How plaque forms in our arteries (11:30)-Important lab tests for cardiovascular health(12:37)-Dhru’s heart health history (13:40)-Simple strategies to protect your endothelial lining (18:53)-Supporting and protecting your mitochondria (19:57)-Tips for programming your circadian rhythm (21:06)-Sleep hygiene and heart health (22:09)-Stress management and heart health (22:36)-Dietary factors (24:37)-Smoking and vaping (27:15)Also mentioned in this episode:-Sign up for the Try This Newsletter here.-Try This: Becoming Heart Attack-Proof by Protecting Your Endothelial Health-Try This: The Miracle Molecule You Need To “NO” About-Episode 158 with Dr. Louis Ignarro-Episode 383 with Dr. Michael Twyman-Dr. Michael Twyman’s website, drtwyman.com. -Dr.Michael Twyman’s @drtwyman-Episode 378 with Dr. Sunjya Schweig Sleep Master ClassBirch mattress by Helix is made of organic latex, cotton, New Zealand wool, and American steel springs. To get 20% off your Birch Living mattress, head to birchliving.com/dhru today.Cozy Earth has the most comfortable, temperature-regulating, and non-toxic sheets on the market. Right now, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to cozyearth.com and use code DHRULifeforce is a revolutionary new health platform that’s changing the game when it comes to personalized performance and longevity-based action plans. Right now, get 15% off your first purchase at Mylifeforce.com with code DHRU. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.