522: Dr. Shivani Gupta - The Power of Spices: Ayurveda Expert Speaks On Turmeric, Adaptogens, and Quality Supplements

The Power of Spices: Ayurveda Expert Speaks On Turmeric, Adaptogens, and Quality Supplements Click On My Website Below To Schedule A Free 15 Min Zoom Call: www.Over40FitnessHacks.com Over 40 Fitness Hacks Facebook Group Dr. Shivani Gupta - Ayurveda Specialist www.ShivaniGupta.com ⁠Try Out Tumeric Gold!⁠ Use Discount Code OVER40FIT for 15% one time order In this episode of Over 40 Fitness Hacks, host Brad Williams interviews Dr. Shivani Gupta, an expert in Ayurveda, about the health benefits of spices and herbs, particularly turmeric. Dr. Gupta explains that turmeric is her favorite spice due to its numerous health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-aging properties. It also supports circulation, skin, and nails, and helps the body remove harmful "zombie cells." She recommends taking 500 mg of curcumin (the active component of turmeric) twice daily, combined with black pepper or healthy fats to enhance absorption. Dr. Gupta also highlights other beneficial spices and adaptogens like ginger, which aids digestion, and ashwagandha, which reduces stress, improves sleep, and boosts stamina. She discusses the importance of supplement quality, emphasizing that many over-the-counter supplements are not as potent or effective as advertised. She advises cycling supplements to avoid overuse and tailoring intake to seasonal needs. Throughout the interview, Brad shares his own experiences using turmeric and expresses concerns about supplement quality, which Dr. Gupta acknowledges as a significant issue in the industry. Both agree on the importance of knowing the source and formulation of supplements to ensure effectiveness and avoid adulterated products. If you're interested in online personal training or being a guest on my podcast, "Over 40 Fitness Hacks," you can reach me at [email protected] or visit my website at: www.Over40FitnessHacks.com Additionally, check out my Yelp reviews for my local business, Evolve Gym in Huntington Beach, at https://bit.ly/3GCKRzV