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💬 The GLP-1 weight loss movement is blowing up. On the one hand, we now have a drug that tackles the obesity epidemic like never before. On the other, we’re seeing the rise of food anxiety and the return of thin-at-all-costs culture. Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are reshaping medicine, culture and the economy.⚡So to get the latest on these rapid advancements, we speak to endocrinology and metabolism specialist Dr Rekha Kumar. She takes us through the growing list of benefits provided by GLP-1 drugs - and the dangers. As well as tackling the wider field of “gray market” peptide use.⚡Today’s guest is Dr Rekha Kumar, an expert in metabolic and hormone health. Together we dig deep into GLP-1 use - the latest science on the benefits and the dangers.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ Why GLP-1 reliance is leading some to ignore good health practices➡︎ Are we seeing the return of 80s diet culture and the “Almond mom”?➡︎ How GLP-1s impact overall health - including menopause care➡︎  Why long-term use may be needed to tackle growing weight regain concerns➡︎ How peptides like retatrutide are becoming more popular in longevity circles➡︎ Why oral Wegovy is a total game-changer#DrKaran, #MedicalScience, #HealthEducation, #HealthTips, #MedicalScience, #GLP1, #Ozempic, #Wegovy, #Semaglutide, #Retatrutide, #WeightLossDrugsDon't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1 📕 Chapters(0:00) Introduction(0:54) How GLP-1s are affecting every area of life(2:58) Are people giving up on standard diet and exercise advice?(5:32) A return of 80s diet culture and “heroin chic”(8:44) What GLP-1s teach us about willpower(13:28) The wider societal impacts of weight loss drugs(17:02) What you need to understand about “food noise”(21:48) Beyond weight-loss, how GLP-1s impact menopause and more(26:55) The cancer link(31:32) What are the proven pregnancy risks?(35:55) The “gray market” of peptides – are they safe?(40:37) The rise of retatrutide in longevity circles(43:55) Why oral Wegovy is a total game-changer(47:09) Why biohackers and scientists need to come together🚽 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&ltsid=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

💬 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

⚡Join Dr. Karan as he dives deep into the science of the vaginal microbiome with Valentina Milanova, the founder and CEO of Daye. Learn why understanding and caring for your vaginal health is more important than ever.💬 In this episode, Valentina breaks down the critical role the vaginal microbiome plays in overall health, fertility, and even pregnancy outcomes. From the dangers of douching to the science of probiotics and screenings, get a fresh perspective on how you can protect and enhance your intimate well-being. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation on women’s health!Check out Daye's website: https://www.yourdaye.com/ 🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ The crucial role the vaginal microbiome plays in your overall health➡︎ Why douching and certain hygiene practices can disrupt vaginal health➡︎ How sexual health impacts your vaginal microbiome and fertility➡︎  The connection between your gut health and vaginal well-being➡︎ The future of vaginal microbiome screenings and personalized treatments#DrKaran #MedicalScience #HealthEducation #HealthTips #MedicalScience #vaginalhealth #womenshealthDon't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1 Chapters:(0:00) Introduction and Guest Welcome(0:35) Understanding the Vaginal Microbiome(3:53) Common Disruptors and Health Impacts(8:14) The Gut-Vagina Connection and Daily Habits(12:11) Grooming, Hygiene, and Societal Myths(20:18) The Harmful "Freshness" Industry and Safe Practices(25:48) Hormonal Influences Through Life Stages(30:28) Innovation in Women's Health: The Day Tampon(36:05) Safety, Regulation, and Industry Challenges(43:17) Future Treatments and Research Frontiers(48:06) Closing Remarks🔥 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 

⚡ 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 

⚡In a world obsessed with wearables and health tracking, we’ve been ignoring one of the most powerful health indicators, our poop. In this episode, Dr. Karan sits down with Scott Hickle, co-founder of Throne Science, to explore how the next big health revolution might come from your toilet. Together, they explore how stool and urine can reveal everything from hydration and stress to early signs of colon cancer and how Throne’s smart toilet could transform preventive medicine forever. 💬 They break down the hidden biomarkers in poop, the gut–brain connection, and why tracking waste might be the most powerful health insight yet. Scott also reveals how the technology works, what it can detect, and how it might save millions of lives by catching disease before symptoms ever appear.This isn’t just a conversation about toilets; it’s about the future of health, longevity, and data-driven self-awareness.Learn more about Throne Science: http://thronescience.com/drkaran🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ Why poop is one of the best indicators of your overall health➡ Why understanding your “normal” is crucial for monitoring long-term health trends and detecting issues before they become severe➡ How a smart toilet device can track your bowel movements and hydration automatically, providing more detailed data than wearables➡ The link between stool characteristics and serious health conditions, like colorectal cancer and gastrointestinal diseases, and how early detection can save lives#DrKaran #MedicalScience #HealthEducation #HealthTips #healthtracking #guthealth #healthindicators #stooltrackingDon't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1Chapters:(0:00) Introduction to Scott Fickle and his health tracking invention(2:38) Why is poop such a good indicator of health?(8:33) What exactly are we looking out for in a healthy poop and what are potential signs that something’s up?(19:34) How Throne One Actually Works(23:40) The Surprising Link Between Toilet Time and Health(27:36) What Your Urine Reveals About Hydration and Health(40:33) How Dr Karan found out about Throne Science🔥 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/ThisisVitalInformationThis Toilet Device Tracks Health Better Than Wearables ft. Scott Hickle | Dr Karanhttps://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran

⚡ Our gut microbes are each individual and highly variable - shaped by many different factors. So how do you take control of your gut health, when everyone’s gut bugs are unique💬 Dr Amine is a microbiome expert and CEO at SwipeBiome. He also hosts The Microbiome Mavericks podcast. His company aims to untangle the messy web of gut information we currently have access to, using technology and AI to unlock new, personalised approaches to gut health.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ How our guts have their own circadian rhythms - and fluctuate constantly➡︎ How gut links to conditions like autism are more complex than you think➡︎ Why prebiotics are for everyone, even if you’re “healthy”➡︎  Why child gut health needs more attention - and real solutions➡︎ How AI is helping us to decode gut health and personalise treatments📕 Chapters(00:00) Intro(01:02) The future of gut medicines(08:37) How AI will level-up our understanding of the gut microbiome(13:55) How adaptable and variable are our guts?(18:05) Why personalised gut advice is crucial, but tough(23:09) Customising gut advice for symptom management (like IBS)(29:04) Using AI to unlock new therapies(33:32) Are “natural ozempic” foods really effective?(38:59) How our gut health impacts obesity risk(44:54) How junk food confuses your microbiome(51:41) The role of a parent’s microbiome on child health(54:55) How SwipeBiome is levelling up gut science📱 Connect with me:TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr📱 Connect with Amine:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amine-zorgani/ Website: https://www.swipebiome.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-725656fab3a5Head to https://loamscience.com/ try LOAM - and get an additional 10% with code POD10.🎙️ An OG Podcasts production.

⚡ There is a lot we don’t know about the menopause. It’s a stage of life that can be difficult to navigate for many women - especially since the advice online is all over the place. That’s why I’ve brought on leading menopause researcher Professor Susan Davis.💬 Susan is the Head of the Monash University Women’s Health Research Program. Online she’s dedicated to clearing up the myths and dogma that surround all stages of the menopause.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ What ARE the symptoms of menopause (and what’s not)➡︎ Do you need HRT to top up estrogen and testosterone levels?➡︎ When does perimenopause really begin? ➡︎  Why does sexual dysfunction double in early perimenopause➡︎ What science-backed tips can ease the symptoms of menopause?📕 Chapters(00:00) Intro(00:57) Biggest misconception about the menopause(01:30) The real symptoms of menopause(04:40) When does perimenopause really begin?(06:23) The role of estrogen and hormones(12:54) What is ‘menopause belly’?(16:51) Are supplements helpful for menopause?(20:48) The basics of hormone replacement therapy(23:03) Why does sexual dysfunction double in early perimenopause(27:30) HRT loses its black box warning(29:29) The harm of over prescribing and big dose HRT(37:31) What can trigger the menopause (besides age)?(41:02) Are there biomarkers you should track?(43:03) Susan’s final message📱 Connect with me:TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr📱 Connect with Susan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professorsusandavis/ 🔥 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 🎙️ An OG Podcasts production.

⚡ Women’s health issues have been ignored for so long - but science is finally catching up. The problem is, the message still hasn’t reached everyone. That’s why I’m doing a deep dive into the real science of hormone health, birth control, fertility and the menopause.💬 In this episode of the podcast, I offer practical and actionable advice on each of these important areas of female health, featuring a range of expert voices from past interviews, including:⭐ Fertility expert Ro Huntriss⭐ OB/GYN and NYT Bestselling author Dr Jen Gunter⭐ Female health dietician Cory Ruth⭐ Endometriosis expert Dr Jill Ingenito⭐ Head Nutritionist at ZOE, Dr Federica Amati🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ How hormones are MEANT to be dynamic and fluctuate➡︎ How different types of birth control work and why you shouldn’t fear it➡︎ What a “fertility diet” actually looks like (and the supplements that help)➡︎  Why MEN are just as big a part of the fertility puzzle as women➡︎ Why the menopause is the START of the journey, not the end#DrKaran, #MedicalScience, #HealthEducation, #HealthTips, #WomensHealth, #HormoneHealth, #Fertility, #BirthControl, #Menopause, #DrKaranExplores, #FemaleHealth, #HormoneBalance, #Nutrition, #MedicalScienceDon't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1📕 Chapters(00:00) Intro(00:20) The knowledge gap in female health(06:25) The truth about birth control(11:37) What really impacts fertility(25:42) A new story about the menopause🔥 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

⚡ Is fasting really a magic solution for weight loss? Some people argue it’s just a good way of cutting calories, while others say its benefits go far beyond that. But what does the science say? From fat loss, to appetite regulation and gut health improvements, I explore the good (and the bad) of fasting for health. 💬 In this special solo episode of the podcast, I also discuss the growing concern of microplastics. These tiny particles are everywhere, including our bodies - and they could be harmful to our health. So I talk through solutions on how to minimise your exposure. And I also tackle visceral fat - why it’s harmful and how to get rid of it.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ Why fasting can help metabolic health but isn’t a magic bullet➡︎ How fasting affects gut health, bloating, and your appetite hormones➡︎ Why microplastics trigger inflammation and oxidative stress➡︎  Foods and habits that help your body flush out microplastics➡︎ The most effective habits to eliminate dangerous visceral fat#DrKaran, #MedicalScience, #HealthEducation, #HealthTips, #Fasting, #IntermittenFasting, #TimeRestrictedEating, #GutHealth, #AppetiteSupression, #Microplastics, #VisceralFat, #BodyFat, #StubbornFat, #ExerciseScienceDon't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1📕 Chapters(00:00) Intro(01:26) Why fasting is good for your body(09:29) How bad are microplastics for your health?(15:34) How to get rid of visceral fat🔥 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

⚡ Have we got ultra-processed food wrong? Is the old term “junk food” a better measure of health? It’s clear our current food environment is not just damaging our health, but the planet too. But James Collier argues ultra-processed food needs to be part of the solution.💬 James is the co-founder of Huel and former NHS dietitian. He’s also the author of Well Fed. In the book he outlines how modern diets are failing us and what we can do about it. And in this episode he takes us through🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ Why the ethics of food choice, waste and sustainability is so important➡︎ The five pillars of contemplative nutrition - and how to integrate them into your life➡︎ Whether Huel is an ultra-processed food (and does that matter?)➡︎  What the future of food looks like, from lab-grown meat to insect protein➡︎ How 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions come from what we eat📕 Chapters(00:00) Why isn’t the food system sustainable?(05:00) Is it just better to be vegan / vegetarian for health and planet?(07:28) The core tenants of contemplative nutrition(09:45) Is Huel an ultra-processed food?(17:16) How ultra processing and convenience might be a benefit(20:36) The future of lab-grown meat(26:44) Insect food - will it go mainstream?(30:19) James’ vision of the future📱 Connect with me:TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr📱 Connect with James:LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jamescollierrnutr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamescollierrnutr/ 🔥 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 🎙️ An OG Podcasts production.

⚡ Clever marketing tactics can often shift us away from what’s important - as advertisers look for fresh ways to exploit our psychology. So, when it comes to your health, how do you stay savvy in a world which is pulling your attention in the wrong direction?💬 Rory Sutherland is one of the world’s foremost experts on marketing and human behaviour. He’s an author, columnist and Vice Chairman of the Ogilvy advertising company. He guides us through the inner workings of the human mind - and we’re not as logical as we think.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ Why the human brain is susceptible to certain marketing tactics➡︎ Why protein beat fibre to become the posterboy for health➡︎ How the microbiome has been hijacked by marketers➡︎  Why habit stacking can health you stick to your health goals➡︎ How narratives can be flipped to a marketer’s advantage📕 Chapters(0:00) The invisible tricks used by marketers(6:02) Protein v Fibre: A marketing battle(11:12) Hijacking the microbiome to sell health products(20:59) Placebo effect of health products: The science of skeuomorphism(27:39) What you really need to know about marketing tactics📱 Connect with me:TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr📱 Connect with Rory:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RorySutherland-UK/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rorysutherlandclips X: https://x.com/rorysutherland🔥 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 🎙️ An OG Podcasts production.

⚡ Creatine isn’t just for bodybuilders - it’s an incredible supplement for just about everyone. It’s a staple for people who want to build muscle, but new research also shows surprising links to brain and heart health. 💬 In a special solo episode of the podcast, I explain just how amazing creatine is - and bust the biggest myths about its safety. I also take an unconventional look at skincare through the lens of the microbiome and gut-skin axis. And I explore the growing trend of people microdosing Ozempic and other weight loss drugs.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ Exactly how to use creatine - and why its benefits extend beyond muscle➡︎ Whether creatine really does cause hair loss, kidney problems and dehydration➡︎ Why using fewer products is better for your skin - plus minimalist routine tips➡︎ How skin health is directly tied gut inflammation➡︎  Why microdosing GLP-1s is probably not as useful as you’d think#DrKaran #MedicalScience #HealthEducation #HealthTips #Creatine #MuscleGain # BrainHealth #HeartHealth #SkinCareRoutine #GutHealth #Microbiome #Ozempic #Semaglutide #GLP-1 #WegovyDon't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1📕 Chapters(00:00) Intro(00:48) How to use creatine(16:11) Rethinking skin care(30:38) Microdosing Ozempic🔥 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

⚡ The US Government has made waves suggesting Tylenol, aka paracetamol, causes autism. President Donald Trump publicly warned pregnant women to avoid the common pain-killer, even urging them to “tough it out” if they have a fever. But what are they basing this information on? Is there even an ounce of truth in the claim?💬 In a special solo episode of the podcast, I address the Tylenol controversy and explore why Trump’s advice is dangerous for pregnant women. I also look at the growing health trend of matcha tea, and whether its purported benefits line up with the science. Plus I offer a good brain health guide - exploring the factors you can address now to improve your brain and stave off dementia.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ Where the autism/Tylenol claim comes from - and why its not reliable➡︎ How untreated fever poses way more risk to a fetus than Tylenol➡︎ Which components give Matcha its health benefits - including fiber and antioxidants➡︎  The type of Matcha you should choose (and what to avoid)➡︎ The 14 lifestyle factors that improve brain health and reduce dementia risk#DrKaran #MedicalScience #HealthEducation #HealthTips #Tylenol #DonaldTrump #Paracetamol #Autism #ADHD #Matcha #MatchaTea #Fiber #Antioxidants #BrainHealth #Dementia #Alzheimers #Creatine #MuscleGain # BrainHealth #HeartHealth #SkinCareRoutine #GutHealth #Microbiome #Ozempic #Semaglutide #GLP-1 #WegovyDon't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1📕 Chapters(00:00) Intro(01:06) Tylenol and autism(11:39) Health benefits of matcha tea(24:14) A guide to brain health🔥 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 

⚡ Most of us have experienced back pain at some point in our lives. As we sit more and move less, it’s becoming increasingly common. So how do we fix it? And what are the major things we need to avoid doing to have a healthy spine into old age?💬 Dr Stuart McGill is the “Back Mechanic” - here to fix our backs with evidence-backed science. He’s a renowned Professor Emeritus of Spine Biomechanics at the University of Waterloo - and the author of multiple books on the subject.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ Why all instances of back pain have a root cause - and should be assessed➡︎ The biomechanics of the spine and what can go wrong➡︎ Why deadlifts might be bad for your back - and what exercises to do instead➡︎  Why tummy lays might be better than hanging for back health➡︎ How different spine types affect back pain - and the trade-offs they pose📕 Chapters(0:00) Does back pain always have a root cause?(1:18) What are we doing to damage our spine health?(8:35) Is the human body just prone to back pain?(14:46) Why lower back pain is so common(17:53) Is mild back pain cause for concern?(20:37) Are deadlifts bad for back health?(33:10) Should you be hanging from a bar?(35:08) Is it better to sleep on a futon/hard surface?(38:20) The Back Mechanic book📱 Connect with me:TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr📱 Connect with Stuart:Website: https://www.backfitpro.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backfitpro/ 🔥 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 🎙️ An OG Podcasts production.

⚡ Why is everyone so obsessed with protein at the moment - and do we really need as much of it as the fitness gurus claim?💬 In a special solo episode of the podcast, I tackle this and more. Guided by science and the latest research, I offer actionable advice for anyone who’s confused by the protein craze.  I also dig into the science of collagen supplements - are they more hype than health? And I explain why walking is the king of exercises.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ Why gym-bro protein recommendations are overkill - and how much you really need➡︎ The link between too much protein and chronic health conditions➡︎ Why the science on collagen supplements is weak across the board➡︎ A better way to improve your skin, hair, joint and bone health➡︎  Why regular walking is better than short bouts of intense weight lifting or sprints#DrKaran #MedicalScience #HealthEducation #HealthTips #protein #proteinmyths #collagen #walking #exerciseDon't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1📕 Chapters(00:00) Intro(00:50) Protein: myth vs reality(13:17) Collagen: hype or health?(24:12) Walking: The king of exercise🔥 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

⚡ I am up to something huge. My brand new fibre supplement is almost ready - and I can’t wait for it to be in your hands. This is the most detailed look yet at what I’ve been up to for the past 2 years.Want to know more about your favourite Doctor? 💬 The roles are reversed in this episode, as my producer Ollie Guillou interviews ME. We chat about how I got started in medicine and content creation, the benefits of fibre and why it’s the most underhyped nutrient right now, what I’m doing differently with my new fibre supplement LOAM, and how I see the future of microbiome research shaping up.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ Why I began making videos on YouTube - and what it was like when I first went viral➡︎ The challenges of moving from medicine to starting a supplement company➡︎ My own struggles with low fibre intake and why I now eat 50g a day➡︎ Why today’s fibre supplements are lacking - and what LOAM does to fix this➡︎  How to make simple but tasty high-fibre snacks📕 Chapters(0:00) How stress affects the gut(1:10) How did it all begin for Dr Karan?(6:05) What did his parents think when he started on YouTube?(8:22) Blowing up on TikTok(10:05) Do patients ever recognise him?(11:30) The hard moments Dr Karan has faced in medicine(14:45) Why Dr Karan LOVES fibre (20:01) The origins of LOAM: Why Dr Karan’s making his own fibre supplement (27:51) How fibre changed Dr Karan’s health(31:12) Why fibre is a silent killer(34:20) DIY fibre dessert inspiration(36:14) Making LOAM an enjoyable supplement experience(45:51) Calorie content of LOAM - does it help with weight loss?(47:37) Why Dr Karan’s dad threw a slipper at him(48:55) The future of microbiome research(52:12) Microplastics and the gut(54:16) Who needs a fibre supplement?(57:16) When is LOAM ready?(1:00:19) What does success look like for Dr Karan?📱 Connect with me:TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr🔥 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.

⚡ Stress may be the cause of your gut problems. This might be emotional stress, or even physical stress - in fact, worrying about things can even cause problems for your tummy! So what can you do about it?💬 Dr Emeran Mayer is gastroenterologist and brain-gut microbiome expert. He’s also Executive director of the UCLA Oppenheimer Center for the Neurobiology of Stress. In this episode he explores the science behind the stress/gut connection. And he digs into issues from chronic pain, to rising cases of SIBO.🎧 Stay tuned to find out:➡ How various forms of stress - and even the expectation of stress - impact your gut ➡︎ How gut disorders can be linked to early life trauma➡︎ The true extent to which gut bugs control how you behave➡︎  How you can improve chronic pain symptoms with targeted gut action➡︎ The real reason SIBO (small bacterial overgrowth) is on the rise📕 Chapters(0:00) How stress affects the gut(2:03) The chronic pain-gut link(5:00) How quickly can microbes influence the brain?(7:12) Stress: Is the brain or gut more responsible?(9:14) How worrying can cause gut problems(11:57) The role of childhood and early life trauma on gut health(15:16) Do tummy bugs control our behaviour?(18:38) The importance of personal connection and sharing microbes (21:33) How to reduce chronic pain symptoms(27:56) Improving brain health by eating more fibre(31:58) SIBO - the new buzzword. Hype or health?📱 Connect with me:TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr📱 Connect with EmeranInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/emeranmayer/ Website: https://emeranmayer.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 🎙️ An OG Podcasts production.