My approach to healthcare has changed a lot over the years. In this episode, I talk through what shaped it and why it works better for my patients and coaching clients.

My approach to healthcare has changed a lot in the past few years. I used to think the goal was to collect more data, order more tests, and be as thorough as possible every time. Over time, I realized that people do better when we simplify. When we slow down. When we focus on the small daily choices that actually move their health forward.

In this episode, I talk through how I practice medicine now and how I guide my coaching clients. I explain why I focus on long-term habits, why I avoid fear-based health decisions, and why clarity matters more than the number of tests on a lab panel. I also share how I help people separate real health improvements from all the noise online.

My goal is to offer a calmer and more practical way of thinking about health. I want you to understand your body, make fewer reactive decisions, and build a plan that feels sustainable.

Website and Health Coaching:
https://www.drashori.com

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If you are looking for a guide to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. If you're not quite ready and want to get to know me better, book a free 15-minute introduction session.

Not ready to book a session? Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.

Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.

Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.

-Dr. Ashori MD

People absorb so much health information that it becomes hard to tell what is true. In this episode, I break down the five misconceptions I correct most often.

I see the same health misconceptions over and over in my coaching calls and medical visits. They are not silly mistakes. They are understandable confusions that come from mixed messages, outdated advice, and overly complicated online content. I wanted to record an episode that clears up the most common ones.

In this episode, I talk through the top five misconceptions I see most often. I explain where each one comes from, why it sounds believable, and what the evidence actually shows. I also share how these misunderstandings affect people's health decisions, their stress levels, and the progress they make.

My goal is to make things easier. When you have a clearer understanding of how the body works, your decisions feel calmer, and your habits become more purposeful.

Website and Health Coaching:
https://www.drashori.com

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If you are looking for a guide to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. If you're not quite ready and want to get to know me better, book a free 15-minute introduction session.

Not ready to book a session? Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.

Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.

Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.

-Dr. Ashori MD

People get overwhelmed by long lists of screening tests. In this episode, I explain how I decide what actually matters.

People ask me all the time which screening tests they should get. Most of the confusion comes from long lists online or mixed messages from different doctors. I want to simplify this. Screening should be clear, predictable, and tied to real health outcomes.

In this episode, I explain how I think about screening and why more testing is not always better. I talk about the difference between a test that finds disease early and a test that simply creates anxiety. I also share the framework I use with my own patients and coaching clients so they understand which tests matter at each age.

I walk through the most common screening categories. These include cancer screening, metabolic health, cardiovascular risk, bone health, and a few specialty tests people often ask about. I also explain when a test adds value and when it is unlikely to change anything about your long-term health.

My goal is to help you spend less time confused and more time confident in your health decisions.

USPSTF Screening Guidelines:
https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/home

Website and Health Coaching:
https://www.drashori.com

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If you are looking for a guide to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. If you're not quite ready and want to get to know me better, book a free 15-minute introduction session.

Not ready to book a session? Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.

Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.

Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.

-Dr. Ashori MD

I built my DPC practice because I wanted medicine to feel human again. In this episode, I talk honestly about what worked and what almost broke me.

Starting my DPC practice was one of the most meaningful decisions of my career. I reached a point in traditional medicine where I felt rushed, boxed in, and unable to give patients the time they deserved. I wanted a model where I could slow down, listen, and actually help people make real progress.

In this episode, I talk about how my DPC practice started and the parts nobody warned me about. I share what it felt like to leave a stable system, how long it took to feel comfortable, and the unexpected challenges that came with running my own clinic. I also talk about the moments that reminded me why I made the switch in the first place.

My goal is simple. I want doctors, patients, and anyone curious about DPC to understand what this model offers and what it demands. It is not for everyone. But if you want more control over how you practice and more connection with your patients, DPC is worth understanding in a deeper way.

Direct Primar Care Practice:
https://drashori.com/primary-care/

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If you are looking for a guide to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. If you're not quite ready and want to get to know me better, book a free 15-minute introduction session.

Not ready to book a session? Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.

Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.

Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.

-Dr. Ashori MD

Most middle-of-the-night suffering comes from one reflex thought pattern. This episode explains how to break it.

Many people wake up at 2 a.m. and think something is wrong with their body. I used to think the same thing. What I share in this episode is a simple idea that changed how I understand nighttime wakeups. The body is usually fine. The panic is what keeps us awake.

In this episode, I talk about why these middle-of-the-night wakeups happen and why they feel so intense. I explain what behavioral sleep medicine teaches, which is that the brain learns patterns over time. If the bed becomes linked with stress, the brain starts firing alarms at night.

I walk through the exact steps I teach my coaching clients. I show how to break the bed-equals-stress loop and how to respond in a calmer way when a wakeup happens. I also share what to do when you are lying there wide awake and your mind is spiraling into "I am going to be exhausted tomorrow."

My goal in this episode is simple. I want you to understand that these nighttime wakeups are normal. And once you stop treating them like emergencies, sleep comes back on its own.

Website and Health Coaching:
https://www.drashori.com

Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter:
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If you are looking for a guide to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. If you're not quite ready and want to get to know me better, book a free 15-minute introduction session.

Not ready to book a session? Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.

Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.

Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.

-Dr. Ashori MD

Most supplements do not fix the root problem. But habits do.

Supplements are tools, not magic - they are no different than prescription medications. In this episode, I explain how I decide when a supplement makes sense and when it is a distraction.

I start with the big picture, nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, and support. I then review common products people ask me about.

Creatine helps with strength and lean mass if you are training.

Omega-3 can help if you rarely eat fish.

Vitamin D can help if you are low on a blood test.

B12 matters if you follow a vegan or near-vegan diet.

Protein powders are food, not medicine, and can be convenient.

Psyllium fiber helps with LDL and satiety. I also cover what I usually skip, fat burners, greens powders as meal replacements, expensive proprietary blends, and most "hormone" boosters.

I share simple rules for buying, third-party testing, clear dosing, no miracle claims, realistic timelines, and tracking your response. The aim is better health with fewer wasted dollars.

Website and Health Coaching:
https://www.drashori.com

Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter:
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If you are looking for a guide to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. If you're not quite ready and want to get to know me better, book a free 15-minute introduction session.

Not ready to book a session? Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.

Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.

Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.

-Dr. Ashori MD

In this episode, I explain what we mean by belly fat and why the type of fat matters. I cover the difference between subcutaneous fat and visceral fat, the role of bloating, posture, and genetics, and when we should worry. I then lay out a practical plan, built for busy adults in their 30s to 50s. We start with food quality, more fiber, fewer refined flours and sugary drinks, and steady protein. We add daily movement, walks after meals, and two to three days of strength training to build muscle and improve insulin sensitivity. We account for hormones, from menopause changes to how men convert testosterone to estrogen, and we support this with sleep and stress routines that you can maintain. The goal is a smaller waist and a stronger body, with fewer years spent feeling unwell. No fads. Just a simple plan that works.

Website and Health Coaching:
https://www.drashori.com

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If you are looking for a guide to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. If you're not quite ready and want to get to know me better, book a free 15-minute introduction session.

Not ready to book a session? Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.

Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.

Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.

-Dr. Ashori MD

In this episode, I examine the coronary artery calcium score (CAC) and its role in assessing heart health amid concerns of over-reliance on the test as we near 2025. I highlight its limitations, including that a zero score doesn't rule out cardiovascular risks, while a high score can indicate accelerated plaque formation. I stress the importance of using CAC tests for those at moderate risk based on cholesterol levels and family history, rather than as a sole determinant for heart disease management. Ultimately, I encourage listeners to view CAC scores within a broader context of overall health data for informed decisions regarding cardiovascular risk.

Website and Health Coaching:
https://www.drashori.com

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If you are looking for a guide to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. If you're not quite ready and want to get to know me better, book a free 15-minute introduction session.

Not ready to book a session? Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.

Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.

Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.

-Dr. Ashori MD