In this episode of The Luke Coutinho Show, I am thrilled to welcome back Dr. Sonali Kohli, an Integrative Aesthetic Dermatologist, and Hair Transplant Surgeon after her first amazing episode on skin health!

Tune in to discover:

• Accelerators of aging: Types of aging, the role of lifestyle, and signs of premature aging

• Impact of makeup on skin microbiome: Effects of prolonged use of makeup and ways to nurture your skin microbiome

• Holistic approach to hair loss: Root causes of hair thinning, male balding, the role of DHT (dihydrotestosterone), and menopause changes in women

• Effects of growth hormone (GH) on health: Risks of GH misuse, the connection between GH and cancer, and natural ways to regulate it

• Role of inflammation in skin and hair issues: Early signs of inflammation and its management

• Dr. Sonali’s favorite supplements: Essential supplements for all ages and their personalized approach

• Effective hair care routine: Tips to maintain healthier hair and scalp, from rice water rinse to salt scrubs

And much more…

In this episode of The Luke Coutinho Show, I am excited to welcome Ashwin Bhadri, the Founder & CEO of Equinox Labs, and a National Resource Person at Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).

Join me as we uncover:

• Food labeling and compliance: Discrepancies between the label claims and the actual contents , and challenges with FSSAI

• Differences in testing labs: Importance of NABL accreditation and randomized batch testing

• Nutraceuticals and regulations: Key certifications like HACCP and ISO, and implementation of basic regulatory technologies

• Food safety practices: Post-harvest handling, sanitization, mold testing, and new technology in food testing like PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)

• Tips for honest food chain for food entrepreneurs: From label transparency to prioritizing quality and safety

And much more…

In this episode of The Luke Coutinho Show, I am excited to bring you an insightful discussion with Dhruv Gupta, an experienced consumer technology entrepreneur and the co-founder of Orange Health Labs. He has a proven track record in developing innovative products and executing successful go-to-market plans.

Join me as we uncover:

• Inspiration behind Orange Health Labs: Dhruv’s personal experience and the need for accurate and reliable medical test results

• Quality assurance in labs: Health regulations, governing bodies in India like NABL accreditation, and ensuring regular quality control checks

• Impact of sample collection on lab report accuracy: Significance of pre-analytical factors and reverse logistics

• SINK tests: The truth about the unethical practice and the need to trust in reputable labs

• Most common health tests: CBC (Complete Blood Count), HBA1C (for diabetes), thyroid function tests, lipid profiles (heart-related), and kidney and liver function tests (KFT and LFT)

• Advancements and ethical use of data: Gut microbiome testing, ECG testing at home, and navigating healthcare data privacy

And much more…

Chapters:

00:00: Inspiration behind Orange Health Labs

07:47: Quality assurance in labs

13:23: Sample collection and lab report accuracy

17:37: Quality checks within the labs

21:16: Truth about SINK tests

25:01: Most common health tests

30:11: Gut microbiome testing and advancements

36:27: Ethical use of healthcare data

40:24: Key takeaways from Dhruv