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Why the Gut Health of 100-Year-Olds Could Change How you Age | Dr. William Li


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Longevity doesn’t require fancy gadgets. It just requires simple habits like eating real food, getting quality sleep, staying active, and maintaining connections. Today’s guest shares practical tips from his research and travels to help you build a long, healthy life.


Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we’re revisiting one of our most talked-about moments with Dr. William Li. He shares what he has learned about centenarians through his research and travels, highlighting the key traits they share, such as the presence of four specific gut bacteria. Dr. Li also explains the role of the “Hope Molecule” and its powerful impact on the body. If you’re looking for practical tips to support longevity, this episode is for you.

Dr. William Li is a world-renowned physician, scientist, and author of the NYT bestseller Eat to Beat Disease. His research has led to 30+ medical treatments for over 70 diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. His TED Talk, “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” has 11M+ views, and he’s been featured on CNN, GMA, Time, and The Atlantic. Dr. Li is also the President of the Angiogenesis Foundation, leading global efforts on the use of food as medicine.


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

  • Gut microbiome in those who live long lives (1:25)

  • Top foods that nourish the four key bacteria linked to longevity (13:39)

  • How exercise triggers the release of the “Hope Molecule” (20:06)

  • Final Thoughts (23:28)

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