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Doctor Turned Health Coach

Most people leave the doctor"s office with a plan but little guidance on putting it into practice. Doctor Turned Health Coach bridges that gap. Family physician Dr. Mohammad Ashori MD turns medical recommendations into clear next steps for adults who want to age well. Expect evidence-based answers to follow-up questions, realistic lifestyle strategies, and success stories from listeners.

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07:41

How to Get Your Blood Sugar Back Down

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2026/01/05

So you were told that your blood sugar is high or that you are diabetic, what do you do now? The good news is that in the early stages of this disease there is a lot that you can do to help reverse the damage from elevated blood sugars. The most important thing is to understand that the decisions you make will have the biggest overall impact on your insulin and serum glucose. Website and Health Coaching: https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter:

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06:37

Training Your Brain to Accomplish Your Goals -...

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2026/01/02

In this episode, I discuss the concept of brain rewiring and how our environments influence it. Using insights from neuroscience, I explain the importance of mindset in incorporating exercise into daily routines. By reframing perceptions and employing techniques like mindfulness, I highlight ways to foster a positive relationship with physical activity. Additionally, I connect these ideas to emotional relationships and dietary choices, offering strategies to support healthy aging and facilitate

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06:18

Why My View of Healthcare Changed Over Time

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2025/12/19

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

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06:15

Top 5 Health Misconceptions I Fix In My Practice

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2025/12/15

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

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05:20

The Simple Way I Choose Screening Tests For Patients

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2025/12/12

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

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11:24

Why I Built My Own Direct Primary Care (DPC) Practice...

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2025/12/08

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

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11:20

Why You Wake Up At 2 A.M. And How To Fix It

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2025/12/05

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

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06:54

The Truth About Popular Supplements in Your 30s and 40s

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2025/12/01

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

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07:21

Belly Fat - Why it Exists & How to Lose it

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2025/11/28

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

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05:42

CAC Score Explained, When It Helps, When It Hurts -...

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2025/11/24

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

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08:43

How To Know Your Real Heart Risk, Not Just Cholesterol

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2025/11/21

In this episode, I explore the crucial subject of heart disease risk assessment and prevention in my health coaching practice. I highlight the prevalence of cardiovascular disease, particularly atherocerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), and the impact of lifestyle choices such as physical activity, sleep quality, and diet on risk levels. I address the effects of alcohol and smoking, emphasizing the importance of family history and health indicators like blood pressure and cholesterol. I introduce

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07:59

Is Your Body Inflamed? How to Know Without Any Tests...

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2025/11/17

Inflammation is problematic, leading to endocrine problems and heart disease and maybe even cancer. The good news is that it's easy to manage inflammation but we first have to recognize it. Substack article on assessing inflammation. Website and Health Coaching: https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAshoriMD

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07:27

Why An Online Medical Practice Is Often Better Than a...

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2025/11/14

Our US healthcare system has optoins for everyone. An online clinic has the advantage of being avaialble to busy people no matter where they are in the world. We can use technology, spend more time with each patient, and take the conversation offline when needed. Website and Health Coaching: https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook:

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10:15

How to Use AI to Improve Your Health - Simple Methods

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2025/11/10

AI can be many things and while it has its limitations it can be your ally in improving your health. It can help you track habits and goals and give you useful feedback and advice. Here is the way I use it for my own patients and health coaching clients. Website and Health Coaching: https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook:

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09:20

Don't Change Your Diet - Just Add Fiber! Here's How...

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2025/11/07

The benefits of fiber are hard to argue with but maybe you've not been able to get your fiber plan to stick. Here are the tricks I've learned from my patients and dieticians. It's much better to add fiber to your diet than make a big change to how you're eating - that comes later and slower. Website and Health Coaching: https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on

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09:36

How Affordable Concierge Medicine is Changing Healthcare

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2025/11/03

In the US, we are familiar with the insurance-based practice where our health is in the hands of a health insurance company. In the concierge model, the doctor and patient relationship are prioritized. Many private practice doctors are contracting with patients directly without breaking their bank. Website and Health Coaching: https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join

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09:34

It's Time for the Annual 'Chemical Spring Cleaning' -...

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2025/10/31

Most chemicals that we come into contact with are quite safe. They're not ideal to have but don't cause problems for most of us. That said, just like too much sun exposure, too much sleep, and too much good food, anything, even a chemical, can cause some harm. Let's go through the average cabinet and talk about practical ways of getting rid of unncessary things to stay healthy and feel better. Website and Health Coaching: https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter:

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07:52

The One-Meal Plan That Actually Sticks - Stopping the...

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2025/10/27

Today I show you how to start meal planning without burnout. We target the hardest slot, usually lunch at work. I walk through a simple build: pick one grain, prep a protein, add a veg, and finish with a sauce. Portion into glass containers. Freeze. Reheat and eat. I share mix and match options, what containers to buy, and how to shop for batch cooking so you stay consistent. The goal is control, steady energy, and better nutrients. Next, we will scale this to a full week. Website and Health

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Nutrition Deep Dive - How I Think About Food & Eating

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2025/10/24

Food = nutrition but it also is socializing, fun, joy, excitement, and health. Here is how I think about food choices and nutiriton. Let's talk about how nutrition has evolved in our modern society and also in our healthcare system. Website and Health Coaching: https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAshoriMD

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05:41

Stop Food Chaos: A Simple Meal Plan That Works

Doctor Turned Health Coach ·

2025/10/24

In this short episode I explain the real purpose of meal planning: control in a world of constant food options, steady energy without long gaps between meals, and better nutrient-to-calorie choices so your body can do what it does best, which is to heal. I share how I start clients with one meal or one day each week, why fewer choices lower stress, and how basic pantry items like grains, beans, frozen veg, a good spread let you build quick, high-quality meals. Next episode, I’ll cover how to start a

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