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We're constantly told to avoid the sun, wear sunscreen every day, and invest in expensive skincare products if we want healthy, youthful-looking skin. But what does the science actually say? Can some sun exposure be beneficial? Are mineral sunscreens really safer than chemical ones? And with so many devices, creams, and treatments promising younger skin, which ones are actually worth your time and money?

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with double board-certified dermatologist, skin cancer expert, and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Teo Soleymani to separate fact from fiction when it comes to skin health and aging. Dr. Soleymani breaks down the latest research on sun exposure, skin cancer risk, and sunscreen safety, while revealing the most effective strategies for preventing premature aging. He also shares the top treatments for wrinkles, acne scars, and sun damage, along with the devices and skincare interventions that deliver the biggest results without wasting your money. If you've ever wondered what actually works for healthier, younger-looking skin, this conversation is packed with practical, science-backed answers.

Dr. Teo Soleymani is a nationally recognized, double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs Micrographic and Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon. A Stanford-trained physician and former clinical professor at UCLA, he specializes in the treatment of complex, high-risk skin cancers and sun-damaged, aging skin. He now leads California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists in Pasadena, CA, and continues to contribute to academic research and innovation in dermatologic surgery.

In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Soleymani dive into:

(00:00) Changing What You Think About Skin Health

(1:08) The Truth About Sun Exposure

(4:37) Why Dermatologists Tell You to Avoid the Sun

(9:36) Is Too Little Sun Hurting Your Health?

(11:24) What You're Not Being Told About Sunscreen

(17:52) The Best Way to Protect Your Skin 

(23:24) How Your Skin Type Changes Everything

(26:48) The Biggest Drivers of Premature Aging

(35:14) Do Seed Oils Age Your Skin Faster?

(43:24) Hidden Factors That Raise Skin Cancer Risk

(46:58) Tanning Beds, Spray Sunscreens & Risk Rankings

(1:00:21) Eat This to Protect Your Skin From Within

(1:10:07) The Screening Tests That Could Save Your Life

(1:17:33) Alcohol's Surprising Impact on Your Skin

(1:22:02) Red Light, Microneedling & RF: What's Actually Worth It?

(1:29:09) The #1 Device for Healthier, Younger-Looking Skin

(1:37:08) The Cheapest Ways to Improve Your Skin Today

(1:48:10) How to Catch Skin Cancer Before It's Too Late

Also mentioned in this episode:

Sun Powder 

For more on Dr. Soleymani, follow him on Instagram, LinkedIn, and his Website.

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Millions of people take antidepressants to manage anxiety and depression, yet many questions remain about their long-term effectiveness and what happens when people try to stop taking them. As concerns grow about withdrawal symptoms and the challenges of coming off these medications, understanding both their benefits and limitations has never been more important.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Mark Horowitz to explore the widespread use of antidepressants, why so many people struggle to come off them, and how withdrawal symptoms are often misunderstood. Dr. Horowitz shares his own difficult experience tapering off antidepressants and how it inspired him to research and develop safer, evidence-based approaches for reducing these medications. He also examines the research on how antidepressants were originally approved, highlighting key limitations in some studies and how those flaws may have shaped our understanding of their benefits and risks. Along the way, he explains what happens in the brain during the tapering process and the best and worst practices for supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and antidepressant discontinuation.

Dr. Mark Horowitz is a Clinical Research Fellow in Psychiatry with the NHS in London, Visiting Lecturer at King’s College London, and lead author of the Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines, the first authoritative handbook on safely stopping antidepressants and other psychiatric medications. His research has helped shape UK national guidance on tapering psychiatric drugs, and he has published in leading journals including The Lancet Psychiatry and JAMA Psychiatry. Drawing from both his clinical expertise and personal experience coming off psychiatric medications after 20 years of use, Dr. Horowitz is dedicated to helping people safely reduce or discontinue medications when appropriate.

*Important: Never stop or reduce a prescribed medication without guidance from your healthcare provider. Medication changes should be made under professional supervision, as withdrawal symptoms and individual responses can vary significantly.

In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Horowitz dive into:

(0:00) Introduction

(00:23) The Truth About Antidepressant Effectiveness

(7:10) Why Getting Off Antidepressants Can Be So Difficult

(16:05) Dr. Horowitz's Personal Withdrawal Story

(29:14) If Not A Chemical Imbalance, Then What?

(36:19) The Neurogenesis Theory Explained

(46:52) Informed Consent And What Patients Aren't Told

(55:35) Why Standard Tapering Often Fails

(1:02:37) The Antidepressant Controversies

(1:12:25) Best And Worst Practices For Recovery

(1:20:15) Resources For Healing And Support

(1:24:37) Final Thoughts And Advice

Also mentioned in this episode:

The Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines: Antidepressants, Benzodiazepines, Gabapentinoids and Z-drugs (The Maudsley Prescribing Guidelines Series

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Mental health care is at a turning point, with more people questioning whether symptom management alone leads to lasting healing. At the same time, emerging research is exploring how psychedelic-assisted therapies may help address deeper root causes tied to emotional well-being.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Will Van Derveer to discuss the transformative potential and risks of psychedelic medicine, sharing powerful stories of healing, the importance of proper guidance, and the current landscape of research and regulation. He also discusses how the current mental health care system is in crisis and how some patients don’t feel relief from pharmaceuticals, as they may not address the root cause of their condition. Dr. Van Derveer also shares the ideal candidates for psychedelic medicine and the importance of finding the right guide and combining it with therapy. 

Will Van Derveer is a psychiatrist focused on addressing the root causes of mental health challenges, not just medicating symptoms. With nearly 25 years of experience, he co-founded the Integrative Psychiatry Institute (IPI), which has trained over 10,000 licensed professionals in integrative psychiatry and psychedelic-assisted therapy. Dr. Van Derveer is the coauthor of Psychedelic Therapy, and co-host of the Higher Practice Podcast.

*This episode includes a discussion about suicide and mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, mental health professional, or call/text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, for immediate help.

In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Van Derveer dive into: 

(0:00) The Promise of Psychedelic Medicine

(05:34) Potential Risks to Consider 

(09:12) Failures of Traditional Mental Health Care

(12:55) The Trauma That Changed Dr. Van Derveer’s Life

(26:27) Choosing the Right Guide 

(33:16) Exploring Unresolved Trauma

(43:14) What Conventional Care is Missing

(55:14) Understanding Psychedelics: Amplifying the Mind

(57:50) Exploring Ketamine: Benefits and Risks

(1:01:33) MDMA: The Connection Hormone and Trauma Therapy

(1:04:58) Psilocybin: A Swiss Army Knife for Mental Health

(1:07:29) Psychedelics for Personal Growth and Exploration

(1:11:11) Couples Therapy: Breaking Barriers

(1:14:56) Ibogaine: Potential and Risks

(1:18:46) Political Battle Over Psychedelic Research

(1:21:09) Big Pharma, Profits, and the Fight Over Access

(1:30:26) Final Thoughts and Where to Learn More

Also mentioned in this episode:

Psychedelic Therapy: A Revolutionary Approach to Restoring Your Mental Health and Reclaiming Your Life

LSD Psychotherapy

Somatic Experiencing International

For more on Dr. Derveer, follow him on Instagram, Threads, YouTube, LinkedIn, or visit his Websites: Integrative Psychiatry Institute and Will Van Derveer MD.

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We often think of healing as a battle: fight harder, optimize more, push through. But this week’s conversation challenges that entire mindset and explores why the body may heal best in states of safety, stillness, and flow.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Cynthia Li to discuss why so many people are stuck in chronic stress and survival mode despite doing “everything right” for their health. Dr. Li shares her powerful personal healing journey and explains how resistance, perfectionism, fear, and hidden emotional “subcurrents” can create wear and tear in the body over time. She breaks down the connection between nervous system regulation, longevity, brain health, chronic inflammation, and emotional well-being. She also shares practical ways to integrate these ideas into everyday life, relationships, and family dynamics, along with the science behind flow, energy, and what she calls “activated calm.”

Cynthia Li, MD, is a physician specializing in integrative medicine and intuitive healing. After developing a disabling autoimmune illness, she expanded her work beyond conventional medicine, studying functional medicine, environmental health, qigong, and holistic healing. Her healing journey was featured in the documentary Radical Remission. She is the author of the bestselling memoir Brave New Medicine and her new book, The Medicine of Flow (May 2026).

In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Li dive into:

(0:00) Why Healing Often Starts With What We Resist Most

(3:15) Dr. Li's Personal Story and Healing Journey

(5:50) The Ancient Practice That Helped Her Heal

(18:04)  Why Letting Go Can Be More Powerful Than Trying Harder

(20:54) The Counterintuitive Art of "Untrying

(27:58) How Fear Quietly Drains Your Energy and Health

(31:26) What a Near-Death Experience Revealed About Living Fully

(36:50) The Invisible Stressors Wearing Down Your Body

(45:45) Why Most of Us Are Living Outside Our Bodies

(55:18) There Is No One-Size-Fits-All Healing Path

(1:07:14) What Science Is Finally Confirming About Flow States

(1:23:48) Final Takeaway That Could Change How You Heal

Also mentioned in this episode:

The Medicine of Flow: Harmonizing Your Inner State for Effortless Healing

For more on Dr. Li, follow her on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or visit her Website.

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Heart disease is still the #1 killer worldwide, but most heart attacks don’t happen overnight. They’re built quietly through years of poor sleep, chronic stress, lack of movement, ultra-processed food, and everyday habits we rarely question. The good news? Many of the biggest risk factors are within our control.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we are revisiting one of our favorite episodes with cardiovascular surgeon Dr. Jeremy London to unpack the hidden lifestyle patterns that dramatically increase your risk for heart disease and heart attacks. From sleep deprivation and chronic stress to exercise, nutrition, and recovery, Dr. London explains the daily decisions that either protect or damage your heart over time. He also opens up about surviving his own heart attack and how that experience completely transformed the way he approaches prevention, patient care, and long-term health. If you want to better understand how heart disease develops and what you can do today to prevent it, this episode is a must-listen.

Dr. Jeremy London is a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon with over 25 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and trained in surgery in Denver and Charlotte. To expand his approach, he completed the Institute of Functional Medicine’s core program, integrating a root-cause, whole-body perspective with traditional medicine. Dr. London’s mission is to share practical, easy-to-understand health information through his newsletter, podcast, and social media.

In this episode, Dhru and Dr. London dive into: 

(0:00) Introduction

(0:31) The Habits Fast-Tracking Heart Disease

(5:03) The Blood Sugar Markers Damaging Your Heart

(10:21) Why Chronic Stress Harms Heart Health

(17:37) What High Blood Pressure Is Really Doing

(26:43) The Most Important Tests For Prevention

(30:36) The Heart Attack That Changed Dr. London’s Life

(55:57) How Sleep Deprivation Breaks Down The Body

(1:09:06) How Food Changes Your Physiology

(1:21:30) Why Metabolic Health Matters So Much

(1:31:48) The Key Tests Dr. London Recommends

(1:37:47) Why Alcohol-Based Mouthwash May Be Harmful

(1:40:25) Dr. London’s Experience With Alcohol

(1:48:33) The Coffee Habit That Impacts Heart Health

(1:51:57) What To Do During A Heart Attack

(1:57:35) Final Thoughts And Key Takeaways

Also mentioned in this episode:

Eight Sleep

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Some of the most harmful exposures in modern life don’t come all at once. They come from the small, everyday products and habits we rarely question.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Allison Evans to explore how the products we use in our homes every day may be quietly impacting our health. Allison shares her personal journey toward a low-toxin lifestyle and offers simple, practical ways to reduce toxic exposure without feeling overwhelmed. They discuss safer kitchen and laundry habits, the importance of water filtration, mold exposure, and how small intentional changes can help create a healthier home and family.

Allison Evans, co-founder of Branch Basics, has dedicated herself to helping others reap the benefits of clean living. Removing toxins from her home and diet helped her overcome chronic pain and severe PCOS, and then several years later, a bad mold exposure and symptoms of chronic Lyme disease. She is passionate about helping others experience greater healing as she did. 

In this episode, Dhru and Allison dive into:

(0:00) Introduction 

(1:57) Allison’s Low-Toxin Journey

(10:12) The Impact of Pesticides & Cleaning Chemicals

(15:57) The Hidden Toxin Hotspot in Your Home

(22:44) Rethinking Household Products

(36:59) Deceptive Marketing & Low-Toxin Living

(38:40) The Harm of Traditional Cleaning Products

(39:49) Why Keeping Your Home Dust-Free Matters

(41:57) Why Mold Exposure Shouldn’t Be Ignored

(47:26) Reducing Toxins During Pregnancy

(53:39) Summer Do’s and Don’ts 

(57:33) Hidden Chemicals in Everyday Beauty Products

(1:04:47) Investing in a Low-Toxin Lifestyle

(1:09:00) Smart Habits for Reducing Toxic Load

(1:12:52) Final Thoughts

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Loonen Water

Ecos Paints

Environmental Working Group

MATE the Label

PACT Apparel

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One of the most overlooked drivers of your brain health, metabolism, and longevity isn’t your diet or exercise—it’s whether your body feels safe.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Jessica Ortner to explore how tapping can help regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, and create lasting emotional and physical change. Jessica breaks down the science behind tapping and its ability to calm the body’s stress response. They dive into why so many people are stuck in chronic survival mode, how to recognize your own nervous system patterns, and the role of self-compassion in shifting those patterns. Jessica also shares a powerful tapping exercise to overcome feelings of “not being good enough,” along with practical ways to proactively use tapping for procrastination, relationships, and parenting.

For nearly two decades, Jessica Ortner has been helping people reduce stress, calm their minds, and feel more at home in their bodies. As a co-founder of The Tapping Solution, she has reached millions through bestselling books, transformative digital programs, and the leading EFT Tapping app, featuring thousands of guided sessions. Through her work—and the organization’s foundation—Jessica has helped bring practical, evidence-based emotional wellness tools to individuals, schools, and communities around the world.

In this episode, Dhru and Jessica dive into:

(0:00) Intro

(1:05) Who should try tapping?

(3:56) The Basics of Tapping

(6:41) Nine Basic Pressure Points

(12:42) How Tapping Helps with Stress Response

(20:03) The Science Behind Lowering Stress

(25:39) Living in Survival Mode

(31:58) Nervous System Patterns

(45:38) Feeling “Not Good Enough.”

(55:18) The Origin Story 

(1:01:45) Pre-Meditative and Proactive Practice

(1:08:07) Tapping for Couples, Kids, and Family Relationships

(1:10:20) Being Present and Finding Balance

(1:15:21) Trauma, Triggers

(1:18:45) Being More Honest About Emotions

(1:22:27) Helping Fight, Flight, or Shutdown Response

(1:24:59) Addressing Sleep Problems

(1:29:09) Jessica’s Final Thoughts and Advice

Also mentioned in this episode:

Rewired: The Breakthrough Tapping Method to Stop Overthinking, Calm Your Body, and Finally Feel at Ease

The Tapping Solution App

My ANTI-AGING Evening & Morning Routine To Look 18 Again (Living To 120+) | Bryan Johnson

For more on Jessica and The Tapping Solution, follow them on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, TikTok, Threads, or visit their Website.

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One of the strongest predictors of how long you’ll live has nothing to do with your labs or your workouts—but how you move every day. 

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with renowned foot and gait specialist Dr. Courtney Conley to unpack why walking may be one of the most overlooked yet powerful drivers of health and longevity. Dr. Conley breaks down the science of walking as medicine and explains why foot health plays a far bigger role than most people realize. They dive into gait speed as a key indicator of longevity and challenge the idea that pain means you should stop moving. She also shares practical ways to improve how you walk, rethink your footwear, and recognize early signs that your body isn’t getting what it needs.

Dr. Courtney Conley is a leading foot and gait specialist and founder of Gait Happens, focused on helping people restore foot function and move without pain. She runs Total Health Solutions and Total Health Performance in Colorado, where she specializes in improving gait mechanics and resolving foot issues. She’s also a founding member of the Healthy Foot Alliance, promoting natural footwear and stronger foot foundations. She is the coauthor of the book WALK: Rediscover the Most Natural Way to Boost Your Health and Longevity—One Step at a Time.

In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Conley dive into:

(0:00) Intro

(0:32) Why Walking Matters

(2:04) The Prescription We All Need 

(4:08) The Surprising Link to Dementia Risk

(6:43) Preventing Chronic Disease

(8:49) Key Benefits of Walking

(11:06) Big Toe & Longevity

(18:04) Why Foot Pain Is So Common

(22:23) Walking Speed & Strength

(26:09) Lifestyle Impact of Walking

(29:56) Why You’re Walking Less Than You Think

(35:44) Simple Ways to Move More

(52:12) The Footwear Problem

(1:07:12) How to Walk Smarter 

(1:14:45) Pain & Movement Myth

(1:22:21) Your Body’s Early Red Flags

(1:24:50) Small Changes, Big Impact

(1:29:22) Final Takeaways

Also mentioned in this episode:

Walk: Rediscover the Most Natural Way to Boost Your Health and Longevity―One Step at a Time

For more on Dr. Conley, follow her on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, or her  Websites: Gait Happens and Dr. Courtney Conley.

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Gut conversations around the changes happening in menopause aren’t discussed enough, and yet, they may explain why so many women suddenly feel like their body is working against them.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Cynthia Thurlow to unpack the seven big ideas around the gut transition during perimenopause and menopause. This conversation reveals how the gut becomes a central driver of aging, brain health, metabolism, and inflammation in midlife. Cynthia breaks down why so many women experience symptoms like brain fog, weight gain, and fatigue, how shifts in the microbiome and hormones are connected, and the overlooked role of compounds like butyrate, fiber, and circadian habits. She also shares her own wake-up call, the hidden signs of leaky gut, and the simple, high-impact strategies women can use to restore balance, protect their brain, and take back control of how they age.

Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, author, and host of the Everyday Wellness podcast. With over 25 years of experience, she’s a leading voice in intermittent fasting and women’s health, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Her TEDx talk on intermittent fasting has over 15 million views. Her mission is to help women thrive through midlife and beyond. Her new book, The Menopause Gut: Balance Your Microbiome to Reclaim Your Health in Midlife and Beyond, releases on April 28, 2026.

In this episode, Dhru and Cynthia dive into:

(0:00) Introduction

(0:58) The hidden driver of aging that most people ignore

(4:08) Why menopause is a turning point for your gut

(6:42) What actually happens when you neglect your gut

(12:07) The two biggest disruptors wrecking your microbiome

(20:35) How to rebuild your gut without overcomplicating it

(24:53) The “microgenderome” and why it changes everything for women

(27:59) The gut crisis Cynthia didn’t see coming

(35:51) The signs you might have leaky gut (and what to do)

(39:59) What’s really setting your pace of aging

(43:46) Why pre-menopause is a brain shift, not just hormonal

(48:47) Why your fiber might be backfiring

(55:07) The surprising place bone loss actually begins

(1:04:45) Why body composition feels out of your control

(1:09:37) The simplest habit that impacts everything

(1:16:47) Important advice for navigating menopause

(1:22:08) The non-negotiable habits to double down on in midlife

Also mentioned in this episode:

The Menopause Gut: Balance Your Microbiome to Reclaim Your Health in Midlife and Beyond

The Step By Step Longevity Protocol this 72 Year Old Followed to Reverse Her Osteopenia, Build Muscle and Become the Oldest American Ninja Warrior

DEXA Scans 

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Heat isn’t just about comfort; it’s a powerful biological signal that can reshape your health from the inside out. When used intentionally, it may unlock benefits for your heart, brain, and mood that most people overlook.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with New York Times best-selling author Bill Gifford to explore the powerful and often overlooked role of heat in human health and longevity. Bill breaks down how sauna use may reduce the risk of heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and even depression, while offering practical, real-world guidance on how to use heat safely and effectively. This conversation goes beyond trends, unpacking the science of heat therapy, its cultural roots, and how simple habits can profoundly impact long-term health.

Bill Gifford is the co-author of the New York Times bestsellers Outlive and Spring Chicken: Stay Young Forever (Or Die Trying). A veteran magazine writer and editor, he is deeply interested in extraordinary athletes and cutting-edge health science. He is a longtime contributing editor at Outside, and his work has appeared in Wired, Bloomberg Businessweek, Men’s Health, Bicycling, Slate, and The Best American Sports Writing.

In this episode, Dhru and Bill dive into:

(0:00) What if heat is the missing key

(0:28) The shocking Finnish data

(2:14) Ancient ritual to modern science

(4:21) The moment heat changed Bill’s life

(7:14) Why cultures prioritized sweating

(11:31) Slashing your risk of heart disease

(19:07) Heat for sleep, mood, and depression?

(29:24) The Alzheimer’s link

(34:09) “Mommy proteins” and brain cleanup

(36:02) How to sauna for your body

(38:35) Why humans evolved to sweat

(54:52) Amplifying the benefits of exercise

(56:25) The cost of constant comfort

(1:07:22) Sauna do’s and don’ts

(1:22:10) The numbers that change everything

(1:26:23) The basics most people miss

(1:28:50) Where to go deeper

Also mentioned in this episode:

Hotwired: How the Hidden Power of Heat Makes Us Stronger

Try This: 4 Fascinating (and wild) Things I’ve Come Across This Week

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