Episodi

  • When the Gut Microbiome Becomes Imbalanced
    May 14 2026
    Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam examine dysbiosis, the imbalance that develops when the gut microbiome falls out of healthy equilibrium. They discuss what dysbiosis actually looks like inside the gut, how a loss of microbial diversity impairs normal function, and why diet, antibiotics, infections, and chronic stress are among its most common triggers. […]
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    27 min
  • Measuring Metabolism with Lumen’s Daniel Tal Mor
    Feb 26 2026
    Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam interview Daniel Tal Mor, co-founder and CEO of Lumen, a health technology company focused on metabolic measurement. Lumen’s handheld device analyzes a breath sample to estimate whether the body is primarily using carbohydrates or fats for fuel and pairs those measurements with app-based guidance designed to support nutrition […]
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    52 min
  • Reframing Exercise Rewards with Dr. Michelle Segar
    Apr 9 2026
    Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam interview Dr. Michelle Segar, a behavior-change scientist at the University of Michigan whose research focuses on helping people adopt and sustain healthy behaviors over the long term. Dr. Segar discusses why traditional health advice so often fails to produce lasting change and how immediate rewards like stress relief, […]
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    44 min
  • Stealth Nutrition with Christopher Gardner
    Dec 4 2025
    Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam interview Professor Christopher Gardner, Director of Nutrition Studies at the Stanford Prevention Research Center. Professor Gardner has led landmark NIH-funded clinical trials on popular diets, plant-based eating, and how nutrition patterns affect overall health. Dr. Gardner discusses what his research reveals about low-fat versus low-carb diets, how fermented […]
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    1 ora e 9 min
  • Treating Obesity with GLP-1 Medications | Part 2
    Sep 20 2025
    Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam and Dr. Supriya Rao continue their discussion on the role that GLP-1 medications play in weight management. GLP-1 medications help regulate appetite, improve blood sugar control, and support gradual, sustainable weight loss. They can also reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and improve overall metabolic health. Join Dr. Gunaratnam and Dr. […]
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    24 min
  • Treating Obesity with GLP-1 Medications | Part 1
    Aug 28 2025
    Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam and Dr. Supriya Rao discuss the role that GLP-1 medications play in weight management. GLP-1 medications help regulate appetite, improve blood sugar control, and support gradual, sustainable weight loss. They can also reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and improve overall metabolic health. Join Dr. Gunaratnam and Dr. Rao as they […]
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    21 min
  • Insights on Treating Obesity with Dr. Angela Fitch
    Aug 15 2025
    Dr. Supriya Rao and Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam interview Dr. Angela Fitch, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Knownwell, a primary care and obesity medicine practice that’s redefining how we treat obesity and focus on metabolic health. Dr. Fitch has been at the forefront of obesity medicine for over two decades, helping to shape a more […]
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    38 min
  • GI Health: The Importance of a High-Fiber Diet
    Jul 17 2025
    Dr. Naresh Gunaratnam and Dr. Supriya Rao discuss the role that a high-fiber diet plays in gut health. A high-fiber diet supports digestive health, lowers cholesterol, helps control blood sugar, and promotes weight management. It also reduces the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Join Dr. Gunaratnam and Dr. Rao as […]
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    18 min