Health Shotzz by Ryan Fernando

Air pollution is no longer a headline, it’s a national emergency we’re breathing in every day. It’s damaging our hearts, lungs, brains, and even impacting unborn children, yet the response still isn’t urgent enough. In this episode, I’m joined by Barun Agarwal, one of India’s leading voices on air quality, to finally clean the air. We unpack what AQI numbers actually mean, how air pollution quietl...

What if there’s something more powerful than strength training when it comes to real health? What if being strict with children doesn’t make them stronger, but emotionally weaker? In this deeply thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Mickey Mehta challenges the habits, beliefs, and systems we rarely stop to question. He explains why true well-being goes far beyond workouts, discipline, and willpower,...

We purified water so hard, we killed its life force. But water was never just a liquid — it was meant to carry energy, memory, and healing. When water is alive, cells repair. And when cells repair, the body transforms — from gut issues to neurohealth, we’ve seen it happen. JIVA is bringing water back to life. Listen to the full podcast to understand how. Full podcast Important links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rya...

Master your mind. Your mind is a tool not your master and one should have a control over it. Easier said than done- isn’t it? But there’s a 86 year old psychologist, who over 6 decades of study has conquered the art of mastering the mind. He speaks about everyday issues like sleeplessness, racing mind and anxiety and addressing mind problems and challenges. Full podcast Important links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠R...

From NASA and the Royal Air Force to reshaping global wellbeing, Dr Marcus Ranney’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, we dive into the future of health and human performance. Dr Marcus breaks down how you can tap into the power of your mind and body to transform how we live. A conversation packed with clarity, science, and mindset shifts. Listen to this if you want to add 10 years...

The best advice comes from experience, and this podcast is a perfect example. With over 30 years in bodybuilding, Mandeep, a certified physiotherapist, personal trainer, and nutrition coach, delivers a masterclass you don't want to miss. A must-listen! Full podcast Important links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ryan Fernando App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Diet plan ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blood test ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cancer screening ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Confused about what skincare really suits you? Wondering if Korean skincare is worth the hype or how important sunscreen truly is? All your skincare questions — answered! 💡 In this episode, Dr. Chytra V Anand, one of India’s top dermatologists, reveals the science behind glowing, healthy skin — from anti-aging to glass-skin secrets. If you want to finally understand your skin, this podcast is you...

Hey, I've got an amazing guest joining me on the podcast - a surgeon who's skilled in weight loss surgeries that removes a part of your digestive tract to remove the fat from your body. He is here to spill the facts on weight loss surgery! In this podcast we'll be diving into the myths, the facts, and the real talk about whether bariatric surgery is the right choice for you. If you&#39...

From banker to India’s “Steel Man” — Vispy Kharadi’s journey is a masterclass in true strength. In this powerful episode, he opens up about leaving corporate life, reversing diabetes and thyroid issues through nutrition, training the Indian Armed Forces, and empowering over 1.2 million women with self-defense. A raw dive into what it really means to be unbreakable — physically, mentally, and emoti...

What if diabetes wasn’t about sugar at all—but about strength, food, and family?” In this power-packed episode, Ryan Fernando sits down with Dr. Roshani Sanghani, a US-certified endocrinologist, to uncover the truth about diabetes across generations. From children being diagnosed at just 5 years old, to grandparents relying on pills instead of power, we explore how the right choices—nutrition, str...

What if the way you think is the only thing standing between you and the life you want? In this episode, Gayathri Shivaram unpacks the psychology of thought patterns and shares powerful, practical tips to help you transform your mindset. Stay tuned for her step-by-step guide to finding the right partner — a mix of inspiration and action you can start using right away. Full episode Important links:...

Being thin doesn’t make you fit — and fitness expert Puneet Rao is here to prove it. In this hard-hitting conversation, he dismantles the biggest myths the fitness industry has been selling you. From crash diets to the six-pack obsession, Puneet reveals why these so-called goals can actually make you weaker, not stronger. We uncover the truth about real fitness, sustainable training, and eating fo...

New episode with Samantha Prabhu out! You know the star, but in this episode, meet the warrior within. Samantha Ruth Prabhu opens up like never before—about illness, healing, and the transformation that changed her body, mind, and spirit. A powerful, honest conversation on food, faith, and the fight to rise stronger. Don’t just watch the glow—feel the journey behind it. Full episode Important link...

What if everything you believed about supplements was wrong? In this powerful episode, I talk to Palak Midha, founder of Miduty, to uncover the shocking truths behind the supplement industry. Are you taking the right nutrients—or just following trends? From exposing common myths and harmful practices to revealing how supplements can truly transform your skin and health, this episode is your guide...

Can what’s on your plate rewire your brain? In this mind-altering episode, I sit down with Dr. Uma Naidoo—Harvard-trained psychiatrist, nutritional psychiatrist, and author of This Is Your Brain on Food —to uncover the hidden science behind how food fuels (or fails) your mental health. From anxiety-busting berries to brain-boosting spices, we explore how your next meal could be your next therapy s...

She once woke up to alcohol and ended her day the same way. From battling jaundice, brain TB, and cancer to enduring bariatric surgery, Sunaina Roshan has lived through what most wouldn't survive. But everything changed after one bold decision: healing her gut. In this episode, she reveals how a structured gut reset transformed her energy, immunity, mood—and mindset. It's a raw, no-fluff c...

Is your child struggling with eczema, weight gain, or frequent illnesses? Pediatrician and mom of three, Dr. Ana Maria, reveals how food—not just medicine—transformed her kids’ health. Discover the hidden dangers of sugar, the link between nutrition and disease, and the small changes that made a big difference. Packed with real-life stories and doctor-approved tips every parent needs to hear. Pres...

I Sat Down With Barbara O’Neill—Here’s What Blew My Mind I’ve always believed in the power of food and nature to heal. But this conversation took it to another level. Barbara O’Neill and I break down how drugs and even coffee could be harming you—and how sunlight, legumes, and sleep might just be the real medicine. If you’re ready to stop outsourcing your health, hit play. Full episode Important l...

Your Gut Knows More Than You Think. What if your gut isn't just digesting food—but decoding your mood, heart health, and immune system? In this eye-opening episode, gut health expert Max Kushnir joins us to reveal how your gut microbiome may be influencing everything from your mental state to your metabolic health. We dive into: How gut bugs talk to your brain Why your immunity starts in your...

For years, we've been sold a lie. We were told that the answer to our health problems lies in a pill. But what if I told you that everything you’ve been taught is wrong? What if the real solution to lasting health was already in front of us? The Satvic movement teaches us that food is not just for filling our stomachs, but that it’s the foundation for true healing. Join us as in this podcast,...

Time. Money. Mindset. He’s mastered all three. In this episode, we sit down with Ankur Warikoo —one of India’s most followed entrepreneurs and a powerhouse of wisdom on business, investing, and intentional living. What drives his discipline? How does he structure his day? What health habits keep him going? And does he believe Gen Z is missing the point? We got into it all. Tune in for a no-fluff c...

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 The second episode of Health Shotzz Season 3 is here, and it’s unlike anything we’ve done before. Meet Dr. Rahil Chaudhary—a Guinness World Record-holding eye surgeon who performed 250 LASIK surgeries in a single day! Honored as an ‘International Hero in Ophthalmology,’ he’s pushing the boundaries of vision correction with cutting-edge technology, making it faster, safer,...

Ever wake up feeling groggy or jolt awake like you’re falling? Sleep expert Dr. Shane Creado breaks it all down—why bad sleep messes with your brain, the truth about sleep jerks, midnight snacks, and whether power naps help or hurt. If 2 AM overthinking is your thing, this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now and start sleeping better! Full podcast Important links: ⁠⁠⁠ Ryan Fernando App⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Diet pl...

Is it talent, training, or the science of recovery and performance? In this episode, Dr. Ashish Kaushik, one of India’s top sports physiotherapists, dives into: 1. Why India struggles to convert junior champions into Olympic medalists. 2. The biggest recovery mistakes holding athletes back. 3. Proven ways to prevent injuries, relieve back pain, and recover faster. Now it's your turn to decide...

🎧ACL injuries are every athlete’s worst nightmare. But why is this tiny ligament in your knee such a big deal? 🤔 In this episode, I chat with Dr. Chirag Thonse, a leading orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports injuries, to uncover: ✔️ What the ACL is and why it’s so injury-prone. ✔️ How an ACL tear affects performance and recovery. ✔️ Practical tips to strengthen your knees and prevent injuri...