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Your body isn’t broken. It’s out of balance. And it’s been trying to tell you something. The Inflammation Code Podcast is your guide to decoding that message. From unexplained fatigue and joint pain to brain fog, bloating, and burnout, we explore the root causes often ignored by modern medicine. Hosted by Ayurvedic practitioner and integrative health expert Dr. Shivani Gupta, each episode breaks down the true nature of inflammation and offers practical, powerful tools rooted in both science and ancient healing. If you’re ready to shift from symptom chasing to long-term healing, you’re in the right place. We don’t promise instant fixes. We guide you into a steady rhythm that helps your body feel safe, supported, and strong again. If you’re ready to turn healing into a lifestyle, not another task, start here. Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.
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- 6 days ago35 min
The Hidden Toxin Load Behind Midlife with Dr. Shivani Gupta
Your liver, kidneys, and lymphatic system are brilliant filters, built over millions of years to clear whatever the world throws at them. But they were designed for a world without 10,000 synthetic chemicals, microplastics in the rain, and contaminants in our air, water, and everyday products. If you’re dealing with fatigue, brain fog, stubborn weight, or flares that won’t settle, your filter may simply be overloaded.In this solo episode, Dr. Shivani Gupta explores why a toxic environment directly drives chronic inflammation, and why Ayurveda treated a clean, non-toxic life as a pillar of health thousands of years ago. She walks through a 2025 University of New Mexico study that found microplastics in human brain tissue, explains the Ayurvedic concept of ama, and shares what a 2025 review of 25 preclinical studies suggests turmeric may do to protect a body under toxic load.This episode is for anyone who feels overwhelmed by the toxin conversation and wants a calm, practical place to start. You’ll walk away with the three swaps Dr. Shivani uses in her own home and a simple framework you can begin this week.WHAT YOU’LL LEARNWhy microplastics are now showing up in human brain tissue, and what the research does and doesn’t proveHow toxins keep your immune system switched on, creating a loop of rising inflammation and falling detox capacityWhy your body’s detox system isn’t broken, just asked to clear far more than it evolved forWhat ama is in Ayurveda, and how this “toxic backlog” describes the same thing modern science calls inflammationThe two-step framework for a non-toxic life: lower the load and support the clearingHow curcumin activates the NRF2 pathway, boosts glutathione, and helps bind heavy metals, plus why absorption mattersRESOURCES MENTIONEDThe Inflammation Code (book)https://www.amazon.com/dp/140199699X?tag=usalinktagdefault-20&th=1&psc=1&geniuslink=trueFusionary Formulas Supplements (use code CODE15 for 15% off your first order)https://fusionaryformulas.com/?utm_source=Show+Notes&utm_medium=Show+notes+&utm_campaign=Podcast+promo&utm_id=The+Inflammation+Code+Podcast7-Day Inflammation Detox Challengehttps://www.7dayinflammationdetox.com/Work with Dr. Shivani: Free Discovery Callhttps://shivanigupta.com/CONNECT WITH DR. SHIVANIhttps://www.instagram.com/dr.shivanigupta/https://www.shivanigupta.com/DR. SHIVANI’S NON-TOXIC HOME FAVORITESAir Doctor Air Purifier: https://www.airdoctorpro.com/?oid=17&affid=5015&c=dciAquaTru Water Filter: https://aquatruwater.com/?oid2=50&affid2=5015&c=dciMedical DisclaimerThe Inflammation Code podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.Affiliate DisclosureOur content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links.Verification Code: 9aBWtXB7vkAwDoPlOyzfSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 1 weeks ago52 min
Feel Better From the Inside Out: Mold, Inflammation & the Toxic Free Way with KB
What if feeling better isn’t about doing more but about understanding what your body actually needs?In this episode, Dr. Shivani Gupta sits down with Kate “KB” Middleton, founder of Toxic Free with KB, to talk about mold exposure, mycotoxins, inflammation, nervous-system stress, and the hidden burdens that can leave women feeling tired, foggy, reactive, or simply unlike themselves.KB opens up about her own health journey, from unexplained irritability, brain fog, swelling, and other symptoms to discovering mold in her environment. She shares why her approach to healing eventually shifted away from constantly adding more supplements, detox protocols, and wellness tools and toward simplifying, slowing down, and learning to listen to her body.Dr. Shivani and KB also explore why this message is especially important in midlife, when changing hormones, stress, inflammation, and years of putting everyone else first can make it harder to feel your best.In this episode, you’ll learn:The subtle symptoms that made KB realize something was offWhat mold and mycotoxin exposure can look likeWhy brain fog, fatigue, irritability, and swelling deserve attentionWhy more detox isn’t always betterHow doing too much for your health can become another stressorWhy addressing your environment mattersThe connection between mold, inflammation, and MCASSimple ways to support lymphatic flowWhy hydration, movement, sleep, and morning sunlight matterHow nervous-system regulation can support overall well-beingWhy women need to stop putting themselves lastHow Ayurveda encourages rhythm, moderation, and self-nourishing ritualsWhy sometimes doing less can help you feel betterMost importantly, this conversation challenges the idea that you always need to do more to become healthier.Sometimes feeling better from the inside out begins with less pressure, more awareness, and finally giving yourself permission to become one of your own priorities.RESOURCES MENTIONEDThe Inflammation Codehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/140199699X?tag=usalinktagdefault-20&th=1&psc=1&geniuslink=trueFusionary Formulas SupplementsUse code CODE15 for 15% off your first orderhttps://fusionaryformulas.com/?utm_source=Show+Notes&utm_medium=Show+notes+&utm_campaign=Podcast+promo&utm_id=The+Inflammation+Code+Podcast7-Day Inflammation Detox Challengehttps://www.7dayinflammationdetox.com/Work with Dr. Shivani / Free Discovery Callhttps://shivanigupta.com/CONNECT WITH TOXIC FREE W/ KBhttps://toxicfree.com/Instagram: @toxicfree.kbCONNECT WITH DR. SHIVANIInstagram: @dr.shivaniguptaWebsite: https://shivanigupta.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 2 weeks ago29 min
How Fall Affects Your Body Type
The light is changing, the air is crisp, and your body has already noticed. Maybe your sleep shifted, your skin dried out, or you feel more anxious, tired, or foggy than you did a month ago. That isn't you falling apart. It's your body responding to the season, exactly as it was designed to.Dr. Shivani Gupta, author of The Inflammation Code, walks through the Ayurvedic seasonal map: fall as Vata (air), winter as Kapha (earth), and summer as Pitta (fire). She explains why the same season lands so differently on each body, and shares her own seasonal patterns as a Pitta-Kapha woman navigating work, family, and the holidays.In this episode:The three elemental energies explained simply, and what imbalance looks like for eachWhy "like increases like" explains why your symptoms show up at the same time every yearWhy fall can feel harder during perimenopause and menopauseWhy Vata types unravel in fall and Kapha types slow down in winterWhy Pitta types often feel great in fall, and the holiday overload they need to watchHow being out of sync with your season adds to your inflammatory loadWhy balance comes from opposite qualities, applied to your specific designYou can't support a design you haven't identified. Start with the free elemental design quiz, and move through this season with your body instead of against it.RESOURCES MENTIONEDFree Elemental Design (Dosha) Quizhttps://shivanigupta.com/elementaldesignThe Inflammation Codehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/140199699X?tag=usalinktagdefault-20&th=1&psc=1&geniuslink=trueFusionary Formulas SupplementsUse code CODE15 for 15% off your first orderhttps://fusionaryformulas.com/?utm_source=Show+Notes&utm_medium=Show+notes+&utm_campaign=Podcast+promo&utm_id=The+Inflammation+Code+Podcast7-Day Inflammation Detox Challengehttps://www.7dayinflammationdetox.com/Work with Dr. Shivani / Free Discovery Callhttps://shivanigupta.com/CONNECT WITH DR. SHIVANIInstagram: @dr.shivaniguptaWebsite: https://shivanigupta.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 3 weeks ago27 min
You Were Never Meant to Heal Alone
Perimenopause. An empty nest. A divorce. A health journey no one around you quite understands. Midlife can be quietly isolating, and your body notices.In this honest solo episode, Dr. Shivani Gupta connects the latest gene research with ancient Ayurvedic wisdom to show why loneliness is a real, measurable driver of inflammation. She also shares her own lonely year of mold recovery, the best friend whose questions made her feel seen, and why she stopped asking "what did I do wrong?"What This Conversation Reveals:Why women so often blame themselves when their health feels unstableHow loneliness changes the way your immune system reads its own DNAWhy warmth, trust, and feeling known are anti-inflammatory at the gene levelHow ojas and sattva explain connection as a source of resilienceWhy losing a community (like a favorite gym) can affect more than your moodEasy, real-life ways to find your people againWhy sharing what's working for you gives you both connection and purposeTake care of yourself, and of the people around you. As Dr. Shivani reminds us, those were never two separate things.RESOURCES MENTIONEDThe Inflammation Codehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/140199699X?tag=usalinktagdefault-20&th=1&psc=1&geniuslink=trueFusionary Formulas SupplementsUse code CODE15 for 15% off your first orderhttps://fusionaryformulas.com/?utm_source=Show+Notes&utm_medium=Show+notes+&utm_campaign=Podcast+promo&utm_id=The+Inflammation+Code+Podcast7-Day Inflammation Detox Challengehttps://www.7dayinflammationdetox.com/Work with Dr. Shivani / Free Discovery Callhttps://shivanigupta.com/FEATURED RECOGNITION🎙️ The Inflammation Code with Shivani Gupta was featured in FeedSpot’s Top 45 Wellpreneur Podcasts of 2026.Explore the full list here:https://podcast.feedspot.com/wellpreneur_podcasts/Feedspot is an RSS Reader that lets you follow your favorite podcasts alongside blogs and news in one place.CONNECT WITH DR. SHIVANIInstagram: @dr.shivaniguptaWebsite: https://shivanigupta.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Sep 29, 202652 min
ADHD or Perimenopause? Why Your Brain Feels Different in Midlife with Dr. Jolene Brighten
Can't focus, can't remember, can't follow through, and you're wondering if something is wrong with your brain? For many women in their late 30s and 40s, the answer involves hormones, and sometimes a lifetime of undiagnosed ADHD.Dr. Jolene Brighten is a board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist, certified menopause specialist, nutrition scientist, and author of the new book ADHD and Women. She joins Dr. Shivani to untangle ADHD from perimenopause and share what actually helps.What You'll LearnWhy perimenopause can feel like "ADHD light," and when the brain typically starts to recoverWhy ADHD women may hit perimenopause earlier, with more severe symptomsHow estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, insulin, and cortisol shape focus and moodThe 25/25 rule for lowering inflammatory visceral fatGut-brain foods: ghee, cooled potatoes, and a brain-supportive taco plateWhy thyroid and ferritin should be checked before an ADHD evaluationHow to advocate for yourself when your doctor dismisses youYou've been working harder than anyone realized. This conversation helps you understand why, and what to do next.RESOURCES MENTIONEDADHD and Women by Dr. Jolene Brightenhttps://drbrighten.com/adhd-and-women/The Dr. Brighten Show / Website: https://drbrighten.com/Instagram: @drjolenebrightenThe Inflammation Codehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/140199699X?tag=usalinktagdefault-20&th=1&psc=1&geniuslink=trueFusionary Formulas SupplementsUse code CODE15 for 15% off your first orderhttps://fusionaryformulas.com/?utm_source=Show+Notes&utm_medium=Show+notes+&utm_campaign=Podcast+promo&utm_id=The+Inflammation+Code+Podcast7-Day Inflammation Detox Challengehttps://www.7dayinflammationdetox.com/Work with Dr. Shivani / Free Discovery Callhttps://shivanigupta.com/CONNECT WITH DR. SHIVANIInstagram: @dr.shivaniguptaWebsite: https://shivanigupta.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Sep 22, 202656 min
The Second Bloom: Why HRT Isn’t the Whole Answer, with Dr. Jila Senemar
What if the reason your hormone therapy hasn't worked isn't the medication, it's that no one walked you through the first few months of it? In this episode, Dr. Shivani Gupta talks with Dr. Jila Senemar, a board-certified OB/GYN, certified menopause specialist, and longevity physician, about why HRT gets sold as a quick fix and why that expectation sets so many women up to quit too soon.Dr. Jila also shares the story of a patient whose sudden, out-of-character anger revealed she was deep in perimenopause and hadn't recognized it, and how a single reassuring text message can be the difference between a woman staying on hormone therapy or abandoning it over a normal side effect.In this episode:Why HRT is not a magic bullet, and what real hand-holding through treatment looks likeWhy women quit hormone therapy over a cramp or breast tenderness that was actually expectedWhat biological age testing reveals about inflammation and cellular agingWhy the mood symptoms of perimenopause are so under-discussed in women in their 30s and 40sHow chronic inflammation "pre-loads" women before perimenopause even beginsWhy Dr. Jila calls this stage of life a "second bloom" instead of a declineWhat led her to leave a 22-year, insurance-based OBGYN practiceThis conversation isn't about whether you should take HRT. It's about understanding what your body actually needs, so whatever you choose works.RESOURCES MENTIONEDCONNECT WITH DR. JILADr. Jila Senemarhttps://www.jilamd.com/Her Time, Her Health Podcast (Dr. Jila Senemar's podcast)The Inflammation Codehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/140199699X?tag=usalinktagdefault-20&th=1&psc=1&geniuslink=trueFusionary Formulas SupplementsUse code CODE15 for 15% off your first orderhttps://fusionaryformulas.com/?utm_source=Show+Notes&utm_medium=Show+notes+&utm_campaign=Podcast+promo&utm_id=The+Inflammation+Code+Podcast7-Day Inflammation Detox Challengehttps://www.7dayinflammationdetox.com/Work with Dr. Shivani / Free Discovery Callhttps://shivanigupta.com/CONNECT WITH DR. SHIVANIInstagram: @dr.shivaniguptaWebsite: https://shivanigupta.com
- Sep 15, 202630 min
Inflammopause: The Hidden Fire Behind Your Menopause Symptoms | Dr. Shivani Gupta
You haven't stopped taking care of yourself. You may still be exercising, eating well, taking your supplements, and doing many of the same things that worked for years.So why does your body suddenly seem more inflamed?In Part 2 of Dr. Shivani Gupta's Vata Season of Menopause series, she explores what she calls inflammopause—the inflammatory shift that can accompany declining estrogen during perimenopause and menopause.Part 1 introduced the “wind”: rising Vata and the dryness, instability, anxiety, poor sleep, joint changes, and unpredictability that can come with this transition.Now comes the “fire.”What This Conversation Reveals:• How estrogen helps regulate inflammatory signaling and what changes when estrogen declines• Why joint stiffness, metabolic changes, hot flashes, brain fog, and cardiovascular changes can appear during the same life stage• Why Dr. Shivani describes menopause as a collision between rising Vata and rising inflammation• What current research suggests about curcumin and inflammatory pathways• Why Ayurvedic formulations combine turmeric with Boswellia, ginger, amla, Guduchi, and black pepper• How poor sleep can drive inflammation higher while inflammation itself makes restorative sleep harder• Why supporting sleep, nervous system rhythm, and inflammation can become increasingly important in midlifeThe goal isn't to fear menopause. It's to understand what your body is navigating so you can respond with better tools.When you stop seeing every symptom as an isolated problem, the whole transition begins to make more sense.RESOURCES MENTIONED The Inflammation Codehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/140199699X?tag=usalinktagdefault-20&th=1&psc=1&geniuslink=true Fusionary Formulas (Inflammation Relief, Turmeric Gold, Deep Sleep Tea)Code CODE15 for 15% offhttps://fusionaryformulas.com/?utm_source=Show+Notes&utm_medium=Show+notes+&utm_campaign=Podcast+promo&utm_id=The+Inflammation+Code+Podcast Elemental Design Quiz (find your Vata/fire balance)https://shivanigreenliving.clickfunnels.com/elementaldesign 7-Day Inflammation Detoxhttps://www.7dayinflammationdetox.com/ Free Discovery Call with Dr. Shivanihttps://shivanigupta.com/CONNECT WITH DR. SHIVANIInstagram: @dr.shivaniguptaWebsite: https://shivanigupta.com/
- Sep 8, 202648 min
The Vata Syndrome of Menopause: The Root Cause No One Named| Dr. Shivani Gupta
What if your joint pain, your sleepless nights, your stubborn belly weight, and your 3am anxiety were never ten separate problems? In this solo episode, Dr. Shivani Gupta names the root condition underneath nearly all of it: the Vata Syndrome of Menopause.Drawing on 5,000-year-old Ayurvedic texts alongside modern menopause research, she explains why estrogen functions as your body's "anti-vata" hormone, why hot flashes are actually a wind problem rather than a fire problem, and why some women glide through this transition while others crash.In this episode:Why Western medicine has named a syndrome for the pelvis, the bones, and the brain in menopause, but never for the root connecting themThe real mechanism behind unpredictable hot flashesWhy progesterone often disappears before estrogen, and what that means for early anxiety and sleep disruptionHow thyroid, adrenal, and gut health form a "team" that determines the severity of your transitionWhat ojas (vital reserve) means, and why it decides whether you crash or glideFree, practical Ayurvedic practices that directly ground this shift, starting todayRESOURCES MENTIONEDThe Inflammation Codehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/140199699X?tag=usalinktagdefault-20&th=1&psc=1&geniuslink=trueFusionary Formulas SupplementsUse code CODE15 for 15% off your first orderhttps://fusionaryformulas.com/?utm_source=Show+Notes&utm_medium=Show+notes+&utm_campaign=Podcast+promo&utm_id=The+Inflammation+Code+Podcast7-Day Inflammation Detox Challengehttps://www.7dayinflammationdetox.com/Work with Dr. Shivani / Free Discovery Callhttps://shivanigupta.com/Free Elemental Design Quizhttps://drshivani.com/CONNECT WITH DR. SHIVANIInstagram: @dr.shivaniguptaWebsite: https://shivanigupta.com/
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About The Inflammation Code
Your body isn’t broken. It’s out of balance. And it’s been trying to tell you something. The Inflammation Code Podcast is your guide to decoding that message. From unexplained fatigue and joint pain to brain fog, bloating, and burnout, we explore the root causes often ignored by modern medicine. Hosted by Ayurvedic practitioner and integrative health expert Dr. Shivani Gupta, each episode breaks down the true nature of inflammation and offers practical, powerful tools rooted in both science and ancient healing. If you’re ready to shift from symptom chasing to long-term healing, you’re in the right place. We don’t promise instant fixes. We guide you into a steady rhythm that helps your body feel safe, supported, and strong again. If you’re ready to turn healing into a lifestyle, not another task, start here. Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.
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