The Curious Cardiologist
The Curious Cardiologist
Podcast Description
Rethinking heart health, one question at a time.
I’m Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj—interventional cardiologist, functional medicine expert, and lifelong student of what really keeps us well. In this podcast, we go beyond prescriptions and procedures to explore the deeper drivers of health, disease, and healing.
From inflammation to intuition, cholesterol to consciousness, I sit down with doctors, researchers, and changemakers who are reshaping how we think about the heart—and the whole human behind it.
Whether you're a fellow clinician, a health seeker, or someone navigating your own transformation, this show will challenge what you thought you knew—and invite you to stay curious.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes related to heart health, including the intersection of autoimmune conditions and cardiovascular disease, the role of inflammation, and the impact of lifestyle choices on wellness. Notable episodes include discussions on coronary artery disease, the significance of the glycocalyx in understanding heart health, and the influence of environmental toxins on the body's immune response.
Rethinking heart health, one question at a time.
I’m Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj—interventional cardiologist, functional medicine expert, and lifelong student of what really keeps us well. In this podcast, we go beyond prescriptions and procedures to explore the deeper drivers of health, disease, and healing.
From inflammation to intuition, cholesterol to consciousness, I sit down with doctors, researchers, and changemakers who are reshaping how we think about the heart—and the whole human behind it.
Whether you’re a fellow clinician, a health seeker, or someone navigating your own transformation, this show will challenge what you thought you knew—and invite you to stay curious.
In this episode of The Curious Cardiologist, Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj sits down with Dr. Shivani Gupta, PhD in Ayurvedic medicine, founder of Fusionary Formulas, and author of The Inflammation Code.
Together, they explore why Ayurveda — a 5,000-year-old system of medicine — may be more relevant than ever in a modern world defined by chronic inflammation, burnout, disrupted circadian rhythms, and one-size-fits-all wellness trends.
This conversation bridges ancient wisdom and modern science, reframing inflammation, gut health, sleep, fasting, and metabolic health through the lens of personalized, lifestyle-based medicine.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re “doing all the right things” but still feel off — this episode is for you.
👇 Watch until the end for practical, simple ways to apply Ayurveda to your daily life.
⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps
00:01 – Welcome & introduction to Dr. Shivani Gupta
01:44 – What Ayurveda really is (and why it aligns with functional medicine)
02:57 – Doshas as the original personalized medicine
04:14 – Elemental Design: air, fire, earth explained
06:15 – Vata (air): anxiety, gut issues, grounding strategies
08:53 – Pitta (fire): inflammation, burnout, cooling the system
10:21 – Kapha (earth): metabolism, weight, mood, movement
12:36 – How seasons & life events shift your constitution
15:06 – Ayurveda vs genomics: two paths to personalization
18:20 – Why intermittent fasting & trends don’t work for everyone
22:44 – Why Ayurveda matters more than ever today
26:14 – Micro-rituals to reset the nervous system
29:17 – Tongue scraping, oil pulling, dry brushing, self-massage
35:34 – Food timing & the Ayurvedic circadian diet
37:41 – Super spices & the science of turmeric
50:46 – Supplement quality & why formulation matters
54:33 – Dr. Gupta’s Top 5 Ayurveda “Start Here” moves
59:01 – Rapid-fire questions (nachos, Italy, race cars)
01:01:54 – Where to find Dr. Gupta + listener discount
01:02:38 – Final thoughts & outro
🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- Why Ayurveda is the original root-cause & lifestyle medicine
- The three Ayurvedic constitutions (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) explained simply
- How circadian rhythm affects inflammation, digestion, and sleep
- Why some people feel worse with fasting, cold exposure, or extreme wellness trends
- Simple Ayurvedic rituals that support gut health, lymphatic flow, and nervous system regulation
- The real science behind turmeric and Ayurvedic “super spices”
- Why healing starts when you stop fighting your nature
Practical Takeaways
Dr. Gupta shares her Top 5 Ayurveda Moves anyone can start today:
- Learn your Elemental Design (Ayurvedic constitution)
- Use a copper tongue scraper daily
- Align your day with circadian rhythm & sunlight
- Protect sleep — especially the 10pm–2am window
- Use turmeric strategically to lower inflammation (with lifestyle support)
🔗 Guest Links & Resources
- Dr. Shivani Gupta – Website & Elemental Design Quiz
👉 https://shivanigupta.com - Instagram
👉 https://www.instagram.com/doctor.shivanigupta - Book: The Inflammation Code
👉 https://theinflammationcode.com
(Also available on Amazon & Barnes & Noble) - Supplements: Fusionary Formulas
👉 https://fusionaryformulas.com
🎟 Listener Discount Code:CURIOUS15
👉 15% off at checkout (mentioned in the episode)
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