Five Rivers of Health
Welcome to Fiver Rivers of Health where Dr. Sumeet Arora (MD) explore the harmonious flow of five essential elements—1. Sleep, 2. Behavior Engagement, 3. Nutrition, 4. Movement, and 5. Medication—alongside the power of Data to simplify and streamline your long-term health management. These rivers converge at the Lake of Good Health, guiding you to overcome metabolic challenges like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. We believe health shouldn’t be overwhelming or time-consuming, and that’s exactly what we’re uncovering here. Join us as we invite distinguished speakers to share insights on how these continuous streams can transform your well-being with ease and efficiency.
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Episodes
42 episodes
The Truth About Brain Fog and Blood Sugar | Dr. Ravi Kumar
Brain fog isn’t random and it rarely fixes itself. In this 52-minute deep dive on Five Rivers , sponsored by Heald, Sabdeep Misra hosts Dr Ravi Kumar to unpack why brain fog persists and how blood sugar and metabolic health are at the cen...
Can Plants Help Blood Sugar? Fiber, Gut Health & Diabetes| Brooke Brimm
Can plants help blood sugar? In this episode of Five Rivers sponsored by Heald , host Sandeep Misra (Co-Founder & CGO, Heald) sits down with Rev. Dr. Brooke Brimm, Founder of Vegan Soul Foodie®️ and Minister of Mind, Body & Spirit, f...
Gut-Brain Axis & Blood Sugar: What Science Says | Catherine Browne
Discover the science behind the gut-brain axis and blood sugar regulation in this deep, expert-led episode of Five Rivers, sponsored by Heald. In this conversation, Dr. Shwetha Vijan P, MSc Food Science & Nutrition, Team Lead of Nutritio...
PCOS and Insulin Resistance: Why Periods Go Irregular in Women? | Dr. Aimee Browne
Hormones don’t stay constant across a woman’s life and when they shift, metabolic health can shift with them.In this episode of the Five Rivers Podcast ( sponsored by Heald ), Dr. Sumeet Arora (Pediatric & Adolescent Endocr...
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Sugar Cravings, Stress, and GLP-1 Drugs: What Actually Helps | Dr. Nicole Avena
Sugar cravings aren’t a willpower problem, they’re a brain, stress, and biology problem.In this episode of Five Rivers, sponsored by Heald, host Sandeep Misra (Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer, Heald) sits down with Dr. Ni...
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Why is Diabetes exploding, Here’s What Actually Works.
In this episode of the Five Rivers Podcast, host Sandeep Misra (Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer at Heald) sits down with Dr. Eric Schabert, DO (board-certified Family Medicine + Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine) to break down why diabetes...
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True transformation doesn’t start with the gym, it starts with your habits.
In this powerful episode of the Five Rivers Podcast, Sandeep Misra (Co-Founder, Heald) sits with Daniel Dent, Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, and Corrective Exercise Specialist, about what it really takes to improve blood sugar,...
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Heart Attacks & Diabetes: The Warning Signs That Go Unfelt
Did you know 68% of people with Type 2 Diabetes over age 65 will die from heart disease, often without the classic chest pain warning signs? Diabetes can mask heart attack symptoms, making them “silent” but deadly.In this episo...
When the Liver Fails, Sugar Follows: A Diabetes Deep Dive | Andy De Santis | Podcast
Fatty Liver (MASLD) Is Rising- Here’s How to Reverse It (Without Going “All or Nothing”) Registered Dietitian & author Andy De Santis joins host Sandeep Misra to cut through hype and lay out what actually works for ...
Women Over 40: Cracking the Code on Weight, Hormones & Energy
After 40, it can feel like your body rewrote all the rules overnight. The weight seems harder to lose. Energy feels elusive. And your hormones? They’re suddenly calling the shots. But what if it didn’t have to be so confusing?I...
Fix Your Sleep, Fix Your Blood Sugar, A Doctor’s Wake-Up Call
Can your sleep habits make or break your blood sugar levels? In this eye-opening episode of Five Rivers, your host Preetpal Singh sits down with integrative health expert Shilpa Pandey to unpack the hidden but powerful connection between sle...
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Family History & Diabetes Risk: What One Must Check at 30+
Family History & Diabetes Risk: What One Must Check at 30+ is the question every American millennial and Gen-Xer should be asking right now. In this revealing Five Rivers episode, powered by Heald, host Dr Sumeet sits down with precision...
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Advanced Glycation Explained: How to Look 10 Years Younger
Advanced Glycation Explained: How to Look 10 Years Younger is the skin-savvy, science-rich episode of Five Rivers that teaches you how to slow visible aging while slashing hidden Type 2 diabetes damage. Host Dr Sumeet teams up with integrati...
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Habit Stacking for Health: Small Steps, Big Impact
Habit Stacking for Health: Small Steps, Big Impact is the spotlight topic on this week’s Five Rivers podcast, proudly powered by Heald. Host Preetpal Singh sits down with behavioral-change strategist Nadeem Ashraf to prove that disciplined H...
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Culture, Care & CGMs: Key to Modern Diabetes Management
In this powerful episode of Five Rivers, sponsored by Heald, host Dr. Sumeet Arora is joined by Dr. Todd Smith, a seasoned physician, to explore the evolving landscape of diabetes management in today’s world. Titled “Culture, Care & CGMs...
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Tired and Gaining Weight? Your Sleep Hormones Are to Blame
Are you constantly tired, struggling to lose weight, or waking up feeling foggy, even after a full night’s rest? In this eye-opening episode of Five Rivers, sponsored by Heald, host Preetpal Singh sits down with Dr. Shilpa Pandey, a board-ce...
Power Decade: Health span Habits for Your 40s & Beyond
Hunger, Hormones and Health: What Your Body’s Really Telling You kicks off this week’s Five Rivers episode, powered by Heald, and delivers a front-row seat to the most important conversation happening inside your body right now. Host Preetpa...
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Move for Joy, Not Just Results: A Fresh Take on Fitness
Move for Joy, Not Just Results: A Fresh Take on Fitness, welcome to a new episode of Five Rivers, the health-and-wellness podcast proudly sponsored by Heald. Host Preetpal Singh sits down with movement specialist Nadeem Ashraf to explore why...
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Hunger, Hormones and Health: What Your Body’s Really Telling You ?
Hunger, Hormones and Health: What Your Body’s Really Telling You ? That's the big question on this week’s Five Rivers podcast, proudly sponsored by Heald. In this eye-opening episode, host Preetpal Singh sits down with functional-nutrition e...
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The Paradox of Happiness: Why Feeling Good Can Feel Heavy?
The Paradox of Happiness: Why Feeling Good Can Feel Heavy?That’s the big question on this week’s Five Rivers podcast, powered by Heald. Host Preetpal Singh sits down with Heartfulness practitioner Srikanth Katakam to untangle h...
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Man Up, Wind Down: Why Sleep, Screens & Support Matter Most?
In this insightful episode of the Five Rivers podcast, sponsored by Heald, host Preetpal Singh sits down with Men's health expert Jeff Siegel to discuss a crucial topic for anyone looking to take control of their health and well-being - Why Sle...
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Beyond Genetics: How Culture, Habits & Community Shape Diabetes
Welcome to the latest Five Rivers podcast episode, sponsored by Heald, where host Amber Smith sits down with diabetes expert Danica Collins for an inspiring conversation titled "Beyond Genetics: How Culture, Habits & Community Shape Diabete...
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Smartwatches & Sleep: A Doctor's take on their accuracy
Are smartwatches really accurate when it comes to tracking your sleep?In this episode of the Five Rivers Podcast, host Preetpal Singh sits down with Dr. Shilpa Pandey, a pediatric pulmonary and sleep specialist, to break down the truth behi...
Rethinking Diabetes Care : Expert Insights On Prevention & Treatment
Welcome to the latest episode of the Five Rivers Podcast, “Rethinking Diabetes Care: Expert Insights On Prevention & Treatment.” In this in-depth healthcare discussion, host Dr. Sumeet Arora is joined by renowned family medicine...
Stress to Stillness : Discovering The Key to Serenity
In this empowering episode of Five Rivers, titled “Stress to Stillness: Discovering The Key to Serenity,” host Preetpal Singh sits down with Srikanth Katakam, a renowned heartfulness meditation trainer to explore the transformative power of min...
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