Medicine Redefined

In this episode, Darsh and Altamash highlight the lessons they learned from 3 guests: Catharine Arnston, MBA Jason Ferruggia Tracy Duhs, PhD Resources mentioned in this episode : John Ioannidis on The Drive: Bad Science Johns Berardi Show: Science Police Tracy Duh Podcast with Molecular Hydrogen Andrew Huberman post about cold exposure tapsafe.org EWG tap water database Studies mentioned in this e...

In this episode, Tracy Duhs joins the show to discuss how we can drink better quality water for our health. Dr. Duhs holds a Ph. D. in bioenergetics and delved into hydration and wellness once her daughter was diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroid and alopecia universalis. She is the host of the Hydrate podcast and is a sought out speaker. Tracy Duhs Hydrate Podcast Pollack Laboratory

Jason Ferruggia joins the show this week to discuss Fitness, transformation, and accountability.  Jason is a highly sought-after, world-renowned strength and conditioning coach. Over the past 25 years, he’s personally trained over 800 athletes from the NCAA, NFL, NHL, MLB, WWE, and UFC. Jay is also an entrepreneur, an author, and a speaker.  In this episode, we discuss:  Execution and mastery in t...

Catharine Arnston discovered her love of algae when she started researching alkaline diets, after her sister's oncologist recommended it. She found that algae was the most nutrient-dense food on the planet and consumed in Asia for years. But why weren't were eating it in the US? That's where she had the idea to create ENERGYbits - spirulina and chlorella tablets.  In this episode you will lea...

Altamash and Darsh break down the lessons they learned from Mario and Dr. Amy Shah about blood flow restriction, circadian fasting, combating burnout, and integrating wellness into conventional medicine. American Journal of Sports medicine for BFR in Athletes Peter Attia episode on BFR Humberman lab episode on Fasting Precision Nutrition Stress Bod Survey

Dr. Amy Shah joins the show to discuss why we are all "so effing tired." Dr. Shah graduated from Cornell University with a major in nutrition sciences. She went on to complete her medical training at Albert Einstein College in NY, followed by residency training at Harvard and a fellowship in Allergy/Immunology at Columbia University. Amy helps busy people transform their health using cutting-edge...

Dr. Mario Novo returns to the show to discuss the broad applications of Blood Flow Restriction. In this Part 2 episode, we discuss: The earliest application of BFR in limb salvage programs Molecular and physiological explanation of how BFR may influence protein and muscle metabolism BFR with fractures and for bone remodeling  BFR with aerobic and resistance training  BFR to augment perfo...

In this episode, Dr. Mario Novo joins the show to discuss the science of Blood Flow Restriction. Mario is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with expertise in human biomechanics, tissue regeneration, pain neuroscience, and sports performance. He is also a clinical researcher, university professor, and nationally recognized expert in the field of strength/conditioning and blood flow restriction rehabilit...

In this episode, Darsh and Altamash break down the lessons they learned from Dr. Dave Tilley and Charlie Piermarini. Studies Referenced : Efficacy and Safety of CBD for Job Burnout in Healthcare Workers (PMID: 34387679) CBD and Pain: Mechanism vs Mind (PMID: 34251840) Adverse Effects of CBD (PMID: 32268347) CBD for Pain: Mechanisms and Pharmacology (PMID: 33238607) Washington Post Article on Simon...

Charlie Piermarini is a PA-C who works in Pain Management. He has seen countless patients suffering and started to see the real benefits of CBD. He decided to become an expert on the topic, and eventually created his company RestorativeCBD, which not only sells CBD but also provides education to health care providers and patients.  In this episode, we discuss: The history of cannabis CBD vs. THC T...

Dr. Dave Tilley joins the show to discuss his expertise in the world of gymnastics. Dr. Tilley is an internationally recognized sports physical therapist who has worked with 1000s of gymnasts over the past decade. He is also an avid researcher and pays special attention to areas such as workloads/overtraining, Achilles tendon injuries, back pain, and culture change. Along with his coaching and cli...

Dr. Dave Tilley joins the show to discuss his expertise in the world of gymnastics. Dr. Tilley is an internationally recognized sports physical therapist who has worked with 1000s of gymnasts over the past decade. He is also an avid researcher and pays special attention to areas such as workloads/overtraining, achilles tendon injuries, back pain, and culture change. Along with his coaching and cli...

In this episode, Darsh and Altamash recap their discussion with Dr. Micah Yu and the athletic ninja Max Shank.  Max Shank website Micah Yu website

Max Shank is again this week's guest as our conversation with him had too many nuggets for one episode.  In Part II of our conversation we talk about: The psychology of his famous 5-minute flow program Importance of proper breathing mechanics and the downstream effect it has on movement quality Max’s initial assessment process  Max's social media fast  Delaying gratification to fast...

Max Shank is a coach, owner, author, teacher, and creator. He has done a lot and has the experience to show and talk for it. Based out in Souther California, Max has his own gym where he is teaching clients how to become primal with better movement patterns and better mobility. He joins us in this 2 part series to discuss why movement matters. This is a philosophical episode. Get ready! Website In...

Dr. Micah Yu, MD is an integrative rheumatologist in Newport Beach, CA, currently board certified in internal medicine and lifestyle medicine. He is also working on becoming board certified in integrative medicine and certified in functional medicine. We discuss his field of integrative rheumatology and his approach to treating patients. Surprisingly, medications aren't always the answer, but some...

In this episode, Darsh and Altamash discuss the valuable lessons they learned from their recent guests. Sponsor

Roudy Nassif, co-founder of Viva Rays joins us to discuss how to harness the power of light. Light, an element associated with the cosmos and light itself, impacts our life and health in an enormous way. Roudy has first-hand seen the benefits of light as he learned all about it to treat his depression and regulate his circadian rhythm. Now, he develops blue-light blocking technology to empower ind...

In this episode, Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang, MD, joins us to discuss mindfulness and she incorporated it into her life after she was unexpectedly diagnosed with cancer. Dr. Liang is an integrative pulmonologist in San Diego who routinely uses mindfulness as a treatment for her patients. We discuss: - Mindfulness vs. meditation - The proven scientific benefits of mindfulness - How can practitioners use min...

Ryan Inman, MBA, CFP joins us on the show to discuss the basics of personal finance, our relationship with money, and how taking care of our financial health will translate to a better, and healthier life.  Being married to a pediatric pulmonologist Ryan has firsthand experience with the challenges physicians face. He now works exclusively with physicians educating them to successfully achiev...

In this episode, Altamash and Darsh revisit their conversations with the last two guests of the show, Beth Frates MD, and Will Bulsiewicz MD, MSCI.  Studies/articles mentioned in the show: Stress and cardiovascular disease (PMID 22473079) Archaebiotics: proposed therapeutic use of archaea to prevent trimethylaminuria and cardiovascular disease (PMID 24247281) Sustainable food: the investment case...

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, aka Dr. B, is a leader and author in the field of gastroenterology and gut health. His hit book, Fiber Fueled, is a New York Times bestseller that focuses on optimizing the microbiome and restoring health through a plant-based gut health program. He has amassed over 300k followers on social media - @theguthealthmd In this episode, Dr. B delves into the science of being fiber f...

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, aka Dr. B, is a leader and author in the field of gastroenterology and gut health. His hit book, Fiber Fueled, is a New York Times bestseller that focuses on optimizing the microbiome and restoring health through a plant-based gut health program. He has amassed over 300k followers on social media - @theguthealthmd In this episode, Dr. B takes us through the importance of a hea...

Beth Frates, MD is a trained physiatrist turned lifestyle medicine pioneer. As a faculty member at Harvard Medical School, she has developed and taught courses of lifestyle medicine. She has even authored a book listed in the top 100 medical books of all time by BookAuthority. She has a private practice, Wellness Synergy. Beth Frates, MD Twitter Sponsor

In this episode, Darsh and Altamash are back to share the takeaways from their recent discussion with Dr. Aerni and Dr. Malanga.  Resources mentioned in the show: Sex differences and considerations for female specific nutritional strategies: a narrative review (PMID: 33794937) Being Active during Pregnancy from Exercise is Medicine (courtesy of the American College of Sports Medicine)