On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Dr. Darshan Shah ON: 3 Step Process to Reset Your Gut Health and Reduce Inflammation & Why Sitting is Increasing Your Mortality Rate by 10%

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Dec 4, 2023
Dr. Darshan Shah, a board-certified surgeon and founder of Next Health, shares his insights on gut health and inflammation. He reveals a three-step process to reset gut health and emphasizes the importance of plant-based diets. The conversation dives into the dangers of prolonged sitting, linking it to increased mortality rates. Dr. Shah discusses the power of social exercise, the significance of vitamin D, and offers strategies for improving sleep quality. Tune in for a holistic approach to optimizing health and embracing a proactive wellness journey.
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ANECDOTE

Dr. Shah's Health Scare

  • Dr. Shah was 40 pounds overweight, pre-diabetic, and on multiple medications.
  • Reflecting on his health after his first child was born, he realized he needed to make a change.
INSIGHT

Limitations of Western Medicine

  • Western medicine is disease-focused and reactive, offering limited help for those not yet severely ill.
  • Dr. Shah's experience with a concierge doctor highlighted this, leading him to explore alternative approaches.
ADVICE

Wellness Wheel

  • Prioritize nutrition, sleep, and exercise as foundational health pillars.
  • Further, consider gut health, immunity, hormones, heart, and brain health.
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