In this episode of the Fit Father Project Podcast, Episode 268, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi welcomes Ayurvedic expert Dr. Shivani Gupta for a powerful conversation on chronic inflammation, longevity, and how ancient Eastern medicine offers practical solutions for modern men. Dr. Shivani shares her personal journey bridging Western science with Ayurveda and explains why inflammation is the silent driver behind joint pain, metabolic decline, gut dysfunction, and burnout.

You’ll learn why turmeric is far more than a trendy spice, how men can use ghee and healthy fats to support gut lining and recovery, and why understanding your personal constitution (vata, pitta, kapha) is key to long-term strength and performance. This episode also explores how stress, training intensity, diet, and circadian rhythm either fuel or calm inflammation over time.

If you’re a man over 40 looking to stay strong, pain-free, mentally sharp, and energized for decades to come, this episode delivers practical, grounded wisdom you can start using immediately.

Key Takeaways

• Inflammation drives joint pain, fatigue, and aging
• Turmeric works best at therapeutic potency
• Ghee supports gut lining and recovery
• Men often overheat their “fire” (pitta imbalance)
• Constitution determines ideal diet and training
• Daily rhythms reduce long-term inflammation
• Ancient wisdom + modern science = longevity

More About Dr. Shivani Gupta, The Inflammation Code, and Fusionary Formulas

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Biographical Information on Dr. Shivani Gupta

Dr. Shivani Gupta is an Ayurvedic practitioner, turmeric researcher, and speaker who blends classical Ayurveda with functional medicine to help women calm inflammation, balance hormones, and restore energy. With a Master’s in Ayurvedic Sciences and a PhD focused on turmeric, she translates ancient wisdom into simple daily rituals—Elemental Design™ personalization, Mental Inflammation™ resets, gut/estrobolome support, and spice-based micro-habits.

Her forthcoming book, The Inflammation Code (Hay House, February 2026), is a practical, non-diet system for cooling chronic inflammation to improve brain fog, bloat, pain, sleep, and mood. Dr. Shivani is the host of the Fusionary Health Podcast and creator/host of the Emmy-nominated TV show Vibrant Health with Dr. Shivani Gupta, syndicated across the Southeast with a DME reach of ~6 million. A sought-after educator for midlife hormone health and metabolism, her work has been featured in MindBodyGreen, wellness summits, and regional TV and radio. She’s spent over 20 years helping women and families build sustainable routines that actually stick—in real life. Learn more at shivanigupta.com.

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