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Dr. Darshan Shah On How To Live Longer & Feel Better, Key Lifestyle Shifts, & Becoming The CEO of Your Own Well-Being

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Mar 17, 2025

In this conversation with Dr. Darshan Shah, founder of Next Health, listeners explore groundbreaking insights into health and longevity. As a board-certified surgeon, he emphasizes the importance of becoming the CEO of your own wellness. Key topics include monitoring health markers like blood pressure, managing thyroid health naturally, and the transformative power of outdoor activities. Dr. Shah also discusses revolutionary AI advancements in healthcare, advocating for preventive strategies that everyone can adopt today for a healthier future.

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INSIGHT

AI in Longevity

AI is revolutionizing longevity by replicating human biology in computers.
This allows testing millions of molecules for potential benefits, accelerating longevity research.

ANECDOTE

Dr. Shah's Health Journey

Dr. Shah developed multiple health issues, including metabolic syndrome and an autoimmune disease, by age 40.
This personal health crisis led him to explore functional medicine and root-cause analysis.

ADVICE

Foundational Health Practices

Prioritize diet, exercise, and sleep for foundational health improvements.
Cut out ultra-processed foods, increase activity levels, and make sleep a non-negotiable.

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