The Inflammation Code: Stop the "Forest Fire" in Your Body w/ Dr. Shivani Gupta

Is a "forest fire" of inflammation destroying your health from the inside out? Today on Eyes Wide Open, we sit down with Dr. Shivani Gupta to decode the "Inflammation Code" and reveal how ancient Ayurvedic wisdom can put out the fire of chronic disease.

In this deep dive, we bridge the gap between ancient wisdom and modern science to uncover the "Inflammation Code."

We discuss how childhood experiences shape our health journeys, the physiological impact of being out of sync with nature's clock, and the importance of advocating for root-cause medicine in a world dominated by quick-fix pharmaceuticals.

Dr. Shivani shares practical, daily Ayurvedic rituals, from tongue scraping to seasonal eating, that empower you to take control of your vitality and navigate the complex supplement industry with transparency and confidence.

Key Takeaways & Revelations

• The Circadian Clock: Why aligning your meal timing and sleep rituals with your circadian rhythm is the foundation of metabolic health.

• Inflammation as a "Forest Fire": How to identify the silent signs of systemic inflammation and use natural anti-inflammatories like turmeric to prevent chronic disease.

• Patient Advocacy: Why moving away from "pill-based" medicine requires a cultural shift toward preventative lifestyle strategies and personalized care.

• Supplement Transparency: How to identify medical-grade supplements and avoid the fillers and misinformation common in big-box retail brands.

• Ayurvedic Rituals: Practical steps for daily detoxification, including the benefits of oil pulling and tongue scraping.

Our Mission

Eyes Wide Open is a space for honest communication. Our goal is to remove the stigmas around mental health, holistic lifestyles, culture, and free speech so you can show up as your authentic self with your eyes wide open. By having real conversations about difficult truths, we move toward collective healing.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Shivani Gupta and her holistic health philosophy

03:05 - Childhood stories that inspired a passion for healing

08:49 - The significance of the circadian rhythm in maintaining health

12:41 - Best practices for supporting your circadian clock through diet and routines

18:28 - Balancing the "hustle" with seasonal rhythms and off-seasons

20:22 - Ayurveda's approach to detox: Tongue scraping and oil pulling

24:32 - Researching inflammation and her new book, The Inflammation Code

28:48 - Debunking myths around processed foods and the influence of big corporations

33:53 - Conventional medicine vs. patient advocacy

45:33 - Building trust in the supplement industry with quality controls

50:24 - Personal stories about gluten-free living and body signals

55:12 - The science of turmeric and the launch of Fusionary Formulas

64:36 - From childhood health struggles to holistic advocacy

65:24 - Resources to connect with Dr. Shivani Gupta

Resources & Links

Get the Book:

• The Inflammation Code by Dr. Shivani Gupta

Connect with Dr. Shivani Gupta:

• Instagram: @dr.shivanigupta

• Fusionary RX: @fusionaryformulasrx

• YouTube: @dr.shivanigupta

• Website: shivanigupta.com | fusionaryformulas.com

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