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💬 What does it actually take to rebuild your life after addiction?Ken Rideout has lived multiple lives: Former prison guard, Wall Street trader, opioid addict… and now the fastest marathoner in the world over 50.⚡In this episode, Ken opens up about the darkest moment that forced him to change, what opioid withdrawal REALLY feels like, and the identity shift that helped him go from rock bottom to elite endurance athlete.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ The “rock bottom” moment that finally flipped the switch➡ What opioid withdrawal is actually like➡ How Ken used discipline, discomfort and running to rebuild his identity➡ The truth about hiding addiction inside a “normal” life➡ Why ambition can quietly steal your presence (especially as a parent)➡ The uncomfortable reality of CPR, end-of-life decisions and quality of life#DrKaran #HealthPodcast #MedicalScience #HealthEducation #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealth #Fitness #Running #LongevityDon't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCREKb1GS1jwZIpH4qn9tyuA📕 Chapters(0:00) Coming up (episode trailer)(1:22) Introduction (in-person pod with Ken Rideout)(3:37) Growing up around addiction, violence and instability(4:07) “My mind always needed to be busy”(5:56) Moving to New York and quitting drinking (finance culture)(7:47) The injury that started it: ankle surgery + Percocet(8:01) Wall Street insecurity and imposter syndrome(10:00) Marriage, adoption and battling addiction in secret(10:34) The withdrawal trap: Subutex vs Percocet(11:00) The shame loop: “What are you doing?”(11:12) Detox in secret and hiding it from his wife(14:37) Running through withdrawal (10 miles a day)(14:56) The balcony moment(14:59) “I’d rather be dead than live like this”(15:05) The final straw: telling his wife the truth(15:27) Vivitrol and the first real relief(23:43) Covid, routines collapsing and old habits creeping back(32:07) Parenting, ambition and being present(40:32) Facing death as a doctor (why planning matters)(45:59) CPR myths: what TV gets wrong(49:15) Sponsor: Throne(50:16) Ambition vs presence (what matters long-term)(1:01:31) Purpose outside work and parenting(1:03:08) “Get out past the break” (closing)🚽 Discover Throne’s incredible new smart toilet device at http://thronescience.com🔥 Try LOAM and get an additional 10% with code POD10: https://loamscience.com/🔥 Get my free weekly newsletter filled with easy-to-action health tips and science: https://drkaran.beehiiv.com/subscribe🔥 For more useful science for your everyday life, grab my best selling book “This Book May Save Your Life”: https://geni.us/DrKaranBook📕 Pre-order my new book, This Is Vital Information: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformationAbout Dr Karan:Dr. Karan Rajan is a doctor, author, and educator dedicated to making health and medical science accessible to all. Through evidence-based analysis, he addresses topics such as gut health, brain health, and healthy lifestyle choices, while dispelling common medical myths with a touch of dark humor.📱Connect with me:Instagram: / drkaranrajanFacebook: / drkaranrTikTok: / dr.karanrX: / drkaranrajanWebsite: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation

Belinda Beck, founder of the Bone Clinic and bone health expert, explains why bones matter for long-term health. She covers signs of poor bone health, how mechanical loading and nutrition build bone, why resistance and high-impact play help kids, limits of walking alone, menopause-related bone loss, screening timing, and why bone is a dynamic, metabolic tissue.

Dr Rekha Kumar, an endocrinologist specializing in metabolic and hormone health, explains how GLP-1 drugs are reshaping medicine and culture. She explores risks of overreliance versus lifestyle, the return of thin-era aesthetics, impacts on menopause and fertility, weight-regain and long-term treatment debates, the rise of gray-market peptides, and how oral formulations could change access.

💬 We’re getting so much wrong about fertility. What causes infertility, how long does the fertile window stay open, how important is the man in the equation? Fortunately, we have a world-leading expert to clear everything up.⚡ Dr Lucky Sekhon is a board certified OBGYN and fertility expert - and has benefitted from IVF herself. She’s also the author of a new book called Lucky Egg - a guide to help people struggling with their fertility.⚡ Together they debunk fertility myths, explore a better way to track ovulation, how to prepare for treatments like IVF, whether you should consider freezing your eggs or sperm - and more!🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ How to track ovulation effectively (and how much sex to have)➡︎ If fitness trackers and ovulation strips are worth your money➡︎ At what age you should be freezing your eggs and sperm➡︎  How a man’s health impacts pregancy and the health of the baby➡︎ Why IVF is so misunderstood - and how to actually approach it#DrKaran, #MedicalScience, #HealthEducation, #HealthTips, #MedicalScience, #Fertility, #FertileWindow, #IVFDon't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1 📕 Chapters(0:00) Introduction(1:26) Fundamental truths about fertility(3:07) The fertility window(6:01) How to maximise the fertile window(9:05) Apps and devices; best ways to track fertility(15:05) Mistakes when tracking ovulation(18:47) Egg freezing and protective measures(24:35) Fertility impact of a father’s health(28:19) Diet, sleep and stress management(33:16) Protecting your child’s future(37:44) Biggest fertility lies(39:42) What you don’t know about IVF(48:28) How weight-loss drugs impact fertility🚽 Discover Throne’s incredible new smart toilet device at http://thronescience.com 🔥 Get my free weekly newsletter filled with easy to action health tips, interesting facts and science to fill your curiosity: https://drkaran.beehiiv.com/subscribe🔥 For more useful science for your everyday life, grab my best selling book “This Book May Save Your Life”: https://geni.us/DrKaranBook 📕 Pre-order my new book, This Is Vital Information, here: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=472cbbde-00e2-42ab-8a3f-725656fab3a5🔥  Head to https://loamscience.com/ try LOAM - and get an additional 10% with code POD10.Buy Lucky’s book, The Lucky Egg, here: https://linkly.link/2TYtU 🎙️ An OG Podcasts production.About Dr Karan:Dr. Karan Rajan is a doctor, author, and educator dedicated to making health and medical science accessible to all. Through evidence-based analysis, he addresses topics such as gut health, brain health, and healthy lifestyle choices, while dispelling common medical myths with a touch of dark humor. His content provides reliable, research-driven insights designed to inform and empower viewers to better understand their health.📱Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajan/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKaranR/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr  X: https://twitter.com/drkaranrajan  Website: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation

💬Your oral microbiome is directly tied to your gut and overall health. You can fix many health problems by starting in the mouth - and this episode is a guide on how to do exactly that.⚡Dr. Karan speaks to Dr Victoria Sampson, an award winning functional dentist and founder of THS Labs. Together they explore the science of the oral microbiome, and how you can better look after your teeth and oral health.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ How poor oral health is linked to diabetes, heart disease, dementia and more!➡︎ Why you should avoid high strength mouthwash at all costs➡︎ Why xylitol gum might be your new favourite hack for mouth health➡︎  Whether techniques like tongue scraping and oil pulling are worth your time➡︎ The impact of dental work, from fillings to whitening, on oral health#DrKaran, #MedicalScience, #HealthEducation, #HealthTips, #MedicalScience, #OralHealth ,#OralMicrobiome, #MouthHealth,Don't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1 📕 Chapters(0:00) Introduction(02:06) Why your oral microbiome is so important for health(03:01) How are you damaging your oral microbiome?(04:52) The functional benefits of eating good food(07:41) When to use (and avoid) mouthwash(10:40) What you should ask your dentist tomorrow(15:41) Why poor oral health is linked to systemic diseases(18:57) How Alzheimer’s is also linked to the mouth(21:37) How poor breathing habits influence your microbiome(25:11) The role of the nasal microbiome(27:19) Cheap starter kit for improved oral health(30:53) Why xylitol gum is so effective(33:21) Are probiotic lozenges or mouthwashes any good?(38:49) Does Victoria recommend oil pulling for mouth hygiene?(41:59) Biological dentistry and the safety of dental cosmetics(47:16) The danger of metals in fillings🚽 Discover Throne’s incredible new smart toilet device at http://thronescience.com 🔥 Get my free weekly newsletter filled with easy to action health tips, interesting facts and science to fill your curiosity: https://drkaran.beehiiv.com/subscribe🔥 For more useful science for your everyday life, grab my best selling book “This Book May Save Your Life”: https://geni.us/DrKaranBook 📕 Buy my new book, This Is Vital Information, here: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=472cbbde-00e2-42ab-8a3f-725656fab3a5🔥  Head to https://loamscience.com/ try LOAM - and get an additional 10% with code POD10.🎙️ An OG Podcasts production.About Dr Karan:Dr. Karan Rajan is a doctor, author, and educator dedicated to making health and medical science accessible to all. Through evidence-based analysis, he addresses topics such as gut health, brain health, and healthy lifestyle choices, while dispelling common medical myths with a touch of dark humor. His content provides reliable, research-driven insights designed to inform and empower viewers to better understand their health.📱Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajan/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKaranR/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr  X: https://twitter.com/drkaranrajan  Website: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation

⚡In this episode, Dr. Karan sits down with IBS dietitian Kirsten Jackson to break down the complexities of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Kirsten, who has firsthand experience with IBS, explains the gut-brain connection, the role of the microbiome, and why IBS is often misunderstood.💬 They dive into different IBS types, dietary interventions like the low FODMAP diet, and practical tips for managing symptoms. Learn how stress, sleep, and mental health impact IBS, and get actionable advice to take control of your gut health.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ What exactly IBS is and why it's not just a gut problem➡︎ How the gut-brain connection impacts IBS symptoms➡︎ The role of the microbiome in IBS and how it can affect your health➡︎  The truth behind the low FODMAP diet and how it can help manage IBS➡︎ Practical tips for managing IBS with diet, lifestyle, and mental health strategies#DrKaran #MedicalScience #HealthEducation #HealthTips #MedicalScience #IBS #guthealth #irritablebowelsyndrome Don't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1 📕 Chapters(0:00) Introduction and Defining Irritable Bowel Syndrome(3:54) Diagnosis Challenges and Subtypes of IBS(8:58) The Low FODMAP Diet: Explanation and Process(15:04) Long Term Diet Management and Mental Health(19:54) IBS Connections to Women's Health and Hormones(29:56) Lifestyle Fundamentals and Supplement Use(38:26) Practical Self Assessment and Closing Thoughts🔥 Get my free weekly newsletter filled with easy to action health tips, interesting facts and science to fill your curiosity: https://drkaran.beehiiv.com/subscribe🔥 For more useful science for your everyday life, grab my best selling book “This Book May Save Your Life”: https://geni.us/DrKaranBook 📕 Pre-order my new book, This Is Vital Information, here: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=472cbbde-00e2-42ab-8a3f-725656fab3a5Head to https://loamscience.com/ try LOAM - and get an additional 10% with code POD10.🎙️ An OG Podcasts production.About Dr Karan:Dr. Karan Rajan is a doctor, author, and educator dedicated to making health and medical science accessible to all. Through evidence-based analysis, he addresses topics such as gut health, brain health, and healthy lifestyle choices, while dispelling common medical myths with a touch of dark humor. His content provides reliable, research-driven insights designed to inform and empower viewers to better understand their health.📱Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajan/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKaranR/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr  X: https://twitter.com/drkaranrajan  Website: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation

Valentina Milanova, the founder and CEO of Daye, shares her expertise on vaginal health and the importance of the vaginal microbiome. Discover why douching can be harmful and how dietary habits influence vaginal well-being. She discusses the risks of sexual health on fertility and the connection between gut health and the vaginal microbiome. Valentina also highlights the significance of personalized screenings and safe grooming practices, while advocating for better product safety in the femtech industry.

⚡ Knowing or learning another language has been shown to reduce the risk of getting dementia. The words we use influence the way we view things like healthcare and death. And the language of food is a treasure trove of history that holds stories of our culture and heritage.💬 That’s why digital journalist and creator Sophia Smith-Galer is so passionate about the subject. She has an online series called ‘Eatamology’ and is the author of ‘How To Kill A Language’, an exploration of how languages die out, and how we can revive them.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ How languages are going extinct at a rapid rate - and why we should save them➡︎ The deep connection between the language of food and culture➡︎ How language learning can connect you to your ancestral roots➡︎  Why being bilingual broadens your vocal abilities➡︎ How AI is changing the way we speak and the words we use📕 Chapters(00:00) Intro(00:32) Why languages need to be preserved(04:28) The “eatamology” of food language(09:28) Why Brits should learn another language(12:45) The anatomical advantages of being bilingual(20:32) How medical terminology shapes our understanding of death and illness(29:22) The natural evolution of language & AI’s influence(35:45) How AI is harming trust online📱 Connect with me:TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr📱 Connect with Sophia:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiasgaler/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sophiasmithgaler Website: https://sophiasmithgaler.com/ 🔥 Get my free weekly newsletter filled with easy to action health tips, interesting facts and science to fill your curiosity: https://drkaran.beehiiv.com/subscribe🔥 For more useful science for your everyday life, grab my best selling book “This Book May Save Your Life”: https://geni.us/DrKaranBook 📕 Pre-order my new book, This Is Vital Information, here: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=472cbbde-00e2-42ab-8a3f-725656fab3a5Head to https://loamscience.com/ try LOAM - and get an additional 10% with code POD10.Discover Throne’s incredible new smart toilet device at http://thronescience.com 🎙️ An OG Podcasts production.

⚡ I asked you to send in your questions about FIBRE - and you really delivered! In this AMA I tackle your burning questions about one of the most important - and underhyped - nutrients for your health.💬 Everything from the best fibre sources to include in your diet, to actionable advice on fibre intake, dosage and timing - my producer Ollie Guillou and I cover a wide range of fantastic questions from you. Plus everything you wanted to know about my new supplement LOAM.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ The best sources of soluble and insoluble fibre (and why beans are king)➡︎ How to avoid constipation and have perfect poops➡︎ How to easily add more fibre variety to your diet➡︎  Fibre’s role in clearing microplastics and nasties from your gut➡︎ Why LOAM was created - and how it differs from normal fibre supplements#DrKaran #MedicalScience #HealthEducation #HealthTips #Fibre #LOAM #Supplements #Microbiome #GutHealth #Nutrition #MedicalScienceDon't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1📕 Chapters(00:00) Intro(01:05) Isn't fibre just vegetables?(01:49) What’s the point in sweetcorn?(02:56) Does fibre lose its efficacy when it's cooked or blended?(05:54) Is fiber a physical or chemical component?(07:57) Is there such a thing as fibre toxicity?(10:02) What is fibre’s role related to estrogen?(11:59) Why do Drs still prescribe the likes of Fybogel etc and ignore the microbiome?(14:36) How much fibre should the average adult have per day?(16:29) What’s the best time to take psyllium husk?(19:00) Can you have too much of one type e.g. too much inulin powder?(20:24) Can eating too much fibre make you constipated?(22:50) Can you eat the same thing(s) for your fibre source every day?(25:26) Does fibre cause an increase in scale weight?(26:22) Best fibre for helping form stools?(27:31) Main sources of soluble fibre?(28:25) Are chia seeds enough fibre to be having?(29:30) Guar gum / sunfiber for fibre?(30:28) Is green salad a good source of fibre? (32:09) Are beans ultimately the secret to really big poops?(33:55) Why is the carnivore diet so popular when they don’t eat fibre?(36:53) Fibre needs for people on GLP-1s?(38:33) How does fibre help with muscle definition, muscle mass and fat loss?(39:30) Fibre’s effect on mental health(41:23) Can high-fibre diets reduce very high LDL without a statin? (43:02) Does fibre help with removal of microplastics and other nasties?(44:25) What is LOAM?(45:24) What’s the dose for each ingredient in LOAM?(47:08) I put LOAM in my coffee - will my arse explode?(48:09) Can you take another fibre supplement with LOAM?(48:44) Does the LOAM supplement still work if it’s used in baking or hot beverages?(49:40) Is LOAM suitable for people suffering with gut conditions?(50:59) Calorie content of LOAM🔥 Get my free weekly newsletter filled with easy to action health tips, interesting facts and science to fill your curiosity: https://drkaran.beehiiv.com/subscribe🔥 For more useful science for your everyday life, grab my best selling book “This Book May Save Your Life”: https://geni.us/DrKaranBook 💊 Sign up to the wait list for my new fibre supplement LOAM - https://loamscience.com/password 🎙️ An OG Podcasts production.⚡ About Dr Karan:Dr. Karan Rajan is a doctor, author, and educator dedicated to making health and medical science accessible to all. Through evidence-based analysis, he addresses topics such as gut health, brain health, and healthy lifestyle choices, while dispelling common medical myths with a touch of dark humor. His content provides reliable, research-driven insights designed to inform and empower viewers to better understand their health.📱 Follow Dr Karan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajan/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKaranR/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr X: https://twitter.com/drkaranrajan Website: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation 

Scott Hickle, co-founder of Throne Science, discusses groundbreaking health-monitoring technology that turns your toilet into a health tracker. He reveals how stool and urine can provide vital insights into hydration, stress, and even early signs of diseases like colorectal cancer. Scott explains the hidden biomarkers in our waste and emphasizes the importance of continuous monitoring over one-time snapshots. Discover how this innovative device could transform preventive medicine and potentially save millions of lives.