Dhru Purohit Show

• 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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• The Personality Trait That Could Help You Live Longer. Researcher Shares the Surprising Link Between Charisma and Longevity with Vanessa Van Edwards

  This episode is brought to you by Pique Life and Bon Charge.  We know that exercise and diet play a major role in longevity, but social interactions and meaningful connections also have a powerful impact on how we age. In this episode, you’ll learn how to foster relationships that energize you—not drain you—and avoid the trap of unwanted interactions and energy vampires. If you’re looking to live a happier, longer life, this episode shows you how. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we’re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with behavioral researcher Vanessa Van Edwards. Vanessa explores how key personality traits, like charisma, can contribute to a longer, more fulfilling life and help you manifest the life you desire. She breaks down the OCEAN personality model and discusses which traits may support or hinder longevity. Vanessa also shares examples of social interactions that drain your energy and offers practical tools to help you navigate conversations with greater ease and confidence. Vanessa Van Edwards is a multi-time bestselling author and a renowned behavioral researcher specializing in professional communication and leadership. Vanessa’s work has been featured in national and international media, as well as in workshops worldwide. In this episode, Dhru and Vanessa dive into: How charisma can help you live longer and get what you want (1:16) Key personality traits you can develop to support longevity (2:17) How to conserve energy and manage your social battery (10:05) Why life gets easier when you step into your charisma (12:05) Practical tools to feel more at ease in social interactions (22:56) Final thoughts (24:52) Also mentioned: Full episode with Vanessa Van Edwards This episode is brought to you by Pique Life and Bon Charge. 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. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off; just go to boncharge.com/DHRU and use coupon 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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• 3 Ground Breaking Studies that Will Help You Build a Better Brain and Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease with Neurophysiologist Louisa Nicola

  This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, Birch Living, and Cozy Earth. Research on brain health is continually evolving. However, what we know for sure is that doubling down on the basics, including daily habits and key supplements, can go a long way in protecting our brains as we age. It’s never too early or too late to start. Today’s guest breaks down what’s truly worth prioritizing for long-term brain health. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with neurophysiologist Louisa Nicola to explore the latest science on brain health, Alzheimer’s disease, and the impact of creatine. Louisa breaks down current research on optimal creatine dosing and highlights the critical roles that omega-3s and vitamin D play in brain health and cognition. She also shares tips for choosing high-quality supplements, the top sources of inflammation in our modern lifestyle, and the protective power of exercise, including what’s known as bone-brain crosstalk. If you’re looking for science-backed strategies to protect your brain and prevent cognitive decline, this episode is a must-listen. Louisa Nicola is a neurophysiologist and sports scientist specializing in brain performance and human potential. She founded Neuro Athletics in 2016 to help athletes, executives, and high performers optimize brain health. With a background in neuroscience and sports science, her work focuses on cognitive training, neuroplasticity, and mental resilience.  In this episode, Dhru and Louisa dive into:  The latest research on creatine and its role in reducing Alzheimer’s risk (00:46) Working memory, neuroplasticity, and cognitive function (8:10) Why creatine matters and the benefits it offers (18:44) How to take creatine and avoid fake supplements online (22:29) The importance of maintaining optimal vitamin D levels (28:27) Why omega-3s are essential for preventing cognitive decline (39:59) Top sources of inflammation in modern life (50:14) Why improving air quality is critical for brain health (54:24) How exercise helps boost and maintain nitric oxide levels (1:00:01) The surprising link between leg strength and brain function and how to build it (1:11:09) What we know about bone-brain crosstalk (1:17:04) How red light therapy supports collagen and healthy aging (1:27:48) Why Dr. Louisa changed her mind about ice baths (1:30:41) The powerful role of high-quality relationships and community in brain health (1:33:29) Final thoughts and takeaways (1:36:39) Also mentioned in this episode: Substack Supp.co Reverse 20 Years of Aging-Ben Levine Study  ATMO air monitor  For more on Louisa, follow her on X/Twitter, Instagram, Neuro Athletes' Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, LinkedIn, or visit her Website. This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers, Birch Living, and Cozy Earth. Go to bioptimizers.com/dhru now and enter promo code DHRU to get 15% off any order of Magenesium Breakthrough and find out this month’s gift with purchase. Get 20% off your Birch Living mattress during their Summer Sale—just head to birchliving.com/dhru today!  Right now, get 40% 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

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• Overlooked and Shockingly Simple Tools to Assess and Mitigate the Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease with Dr. David Perlmutter

  This episode is brought to you by Momentous and AquaTru. According to today’s guest, the roots of Alzheimer’s are planted decades before symptoms appear. That means it’s never too early to take action. Today’s guest, Dr. David Perlmutter, shares powerful lifestyle strategies to protect your brain and lower your risk of neurodegenerative disease. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we’re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with Dr. David Perlmutter to discuss research on the top four factors that can determine the risk of developing Alzheimer’s and his lifestyle tips for prevention. Dr. Perlmutter shares the tools we can use to analyze our brain’s energy use and discusses the importance of engaging in physically and mentally stimulating activities.  Dr. David Perlmutter is a Board-Certified Neurologist and five-time New York Times bestselling author. He serves on the Board of Directors and is a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition. He is the author of Grain Brain and Drop Acid. He serves as a member of the Editorial Board for the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed scientific journals, including Archives of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and The Journal of Applied Nutrition. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Perlmutter dive into: How belly measurements can reveal metabolic health (01:21) Four key factors that determine Alzheimer’s risk (6:00) The impact of refined carbs vs. colorful foods on brain health (8:10) How blood pressure and nitric oxide affect cognitive function (11:08) The surprising connection between the oral microbiome and brain health (19:54) Tools to assess how efficiently the brain uses energy (22:54) How a sedentary lifestyle increases the risk of cognitive decline (25:12) Final thoughts and takeaways (27:34) Also mentioned: Full episode with Dr. David Perlmutter This episode is brought to you by Momentous and AquaTru Shower. Support your energy, bones, and resilience with The Women’s Three: Iron, Calcium, and Vitamin D3—formulated by experts, made for women. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. 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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• Parkinson's Disease is the Fastest-growing Brain Disorder - The Step by Step Plan to Minimize Your Risk with Dr. Ray Dorsey

  This episode is brought to you by Vuori, Momentous, and Bon Charge.   Over 10 million people worldwide have Parkinson’s disease, and that number is expected to double in the next decade. The majority of cases have no genetic link. Today’s guest believes there’s a strong connection between Parkinson’s and exposure to environmental toxins, often occurring decades before symptoms appear. Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down for round two with Dr. Ray Dorsey to explore the main drivers behind Parkinson’s disease and the alarming rise in cases. Dr. Dorsey breaks down the everyday lifestyle habits that may increase our risk, along with the research behind trichloroethylene (TCE), the primary toxin he believes is fueling this epidemic. He explains where TCE is most commonly found, the industry’s deceptive practices around its continued use, and the simple behaviors we can adopt to reduce exposure and protect our families. Dr. Dorsey also highlights the systemic barriers to meaningful change and what we can do to raise awareness and drive prevention forward. Dr. Ray Dorsey is the director of the Center for the Brain and the Environment at the Atria Health and Research Institute. The center’s mission is to identify the root causes of brain diseases, from autism to Alzheimer’s, so that we can prevent them. With his colleagues, he wrote Ending Parkinson’s Disease and The Parkinson’s Plan, which detail a new path to preventing and treating this terrible disease. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Dorsey dive into: The main drivers behind Parkinson’s disease (00:50) Trichloroethylene (TCE) as the leading cause of developing Parkinson’s disease (6:11) Why TCE is still prevalent (11:45) How Parkinson’s disease impacts a patient’s daily life (19:01) The increased risk associated with living near a golf course (23:28) Extensive studies on mice show toxins as a major driver (32:32) How to mitigate your risk (42:29) Diets high in animal fat contaminated with concentrated pesticides (49:04) Beverages that can contribute to or reduce your risk of Parkinson’s (1:00:30) Why genetics is not a major factor in developing Parkinson’s (1:05:58) The impact of air pollution on Parkinson’s disease (1:09:39) TCE testing and the detection of toxins in breast milk (1:16:52) What we know about Superfund sites (1:22:04) The history of dry cleaning and the challenge of creating safer alternatives (1:34:14) Obstacles to progress in public health (1:39:03) Identifying the root cause of the disease before treatment (1:43:50) The urgency of prevention and the high stakes (1:54:04) Final thoughts (1:57:33) Also mentioned in this episode: Website - The Parkinson's Plan Book - The Parkinson's Plan: A New Path to Prevention and Treatment For more on Dr. Dorsey, follow him on Instagram, LinkedIn, or visit his Website and Atria. This episode is brought to you by Vuori, Momentous, and Bon Charge. 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.  Support your energy, bones, and resilience with The Women’s Three: Iron, Calcium, and Vitamin D3—formulated by experts, made for women. Head to livemomentous.com and use code DHRU for 35% off your first subscription. Right now, Bon Charge is offering my community 15% off; just go to boncharge.com/DHRU and use coupon 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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