Habits and Hustle

Episode 455: Dr. Vishal Patel: Why Your Feet Control Your Longevity and Most Wellness Tech Is Wrong

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Are wellness retreats just luxury getaways, or can they transform your health? In this episode of the Habits and Hustle podcast, I speak with Dr. Vishal Patel, who explains how most wellness gadgets might be causing more stress than health benefits. 

We explore the science behind Sensei’s approach, including how thermal imaging can detect muscular imbalances before they cause pain, and why most saunas aren’t hot enough to deliver benefits. Dr. Patel debunks popular wellness myths, shares why foot strength is the foundation of longevity, and explains why tracking obsession can be counterproductive. 

Dr. Vishal Patel is the Chief Scientific Officer at Sensei, a wellness retreat company co-founded by Larry Ellison and Dr. David Agus. With a background as a physician with a PhD in genetics, Dr. Patel combines Western medicine with Eastern practices like Ayurveda to create evidence-based wellness approaches that focus on personalization rather than rigid rules.

What We Discuss: 

03:02 Personalized Wellness Programs

05:51 The Science of Eating and Nourishment

08:56 Understanding Body Mechanics for Longevity

12:03 Vishal Patel’s Background and Expertise

14:54 Debunking Wellness Myths and Misinformation

20:13 The Science Behind Wellness Trends

25:14 Exploring Infrared Saunas and Their Efficacy

30:00 The Role of Data in Health Tracking

35:29 Understanding Plasmapheresis and Its Implications

…and more!

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Website: https://sensei.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishal-n-patel-md-phd/ 

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