Doctor Turned Health Coach

Dr. Ashori MD
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Most people leave the doctor's office with a plan but little guidance on putting it into practice. Doctor Turned Health Coach bridges that gap. Family physician Dr. Mohammad Ashori MD turns medical recommendations into clear next steps for adults who want to age well. Expect evidence-based answers to follow-up questions, realistic lifestyle strategies, and success stories from listeners.

  1. 3D AGO

    The Buffer Method: A Simple Way to Fix "I Feel Off"

    Some people ignore early signals from their body and tell themselves they will deal with it later. Other people panic and assume the worst. Both paths lead to bad outcomes. In this episode, I explain a method used in my health coaching called the Buffer Method. It is a practical way to respond to those early "I feel off" signals without overreacting, and without ignoring them. You will learn the step-by-step process: notice the signal and write it down clearly write down the story, fears, and assumptions that show up identify which "buffer" might be running thin, sleep, nutrition, stress, or recovery run a tiny one-week experiment with one small change let your body give feedback, better, worse, or different, and adjust from there This is not about perfection. It is about catching small problems early, making small changes, and staying in the driver's seat. This is how healthy aging starts. Not with fear. Not with denial. With awareness and simple action. -------------------------- Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/  Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAshoriMD --------------------------- If you are looking for a customized health plan to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. Not ready to book any sessions?  Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.  Free eBook to help you live long and live well!  Download your 6 Healthy Aging Habits Ebook and start putting the steps into action.  Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.  Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.  -Dr. Ashori MD

    9 min

  2. 6D AGO

    The 3-Part At-Home Plan to Lower Blood Pressure - Case Study

    In this episode, I share a simple, practical plan to lower blood pressure, based on a real scenario. One of my health coaching clients asked for advice for her dad, a retired man who is 5'8", 196 pounds, eats restaurant food daily, and has blood pressure around 157 over 80 to 90. He is also dealing with a salivary gland stone, which can be linked to dehydration and mineral balance. We focus on three levers that reliably lower blood pressure: stress reduction, using simple breathing and a short daily calm routine exercise beyond walking, with a very low barrier approach to resistance training nutrition that balances sodium with potassium and minerals, without needing perfection This is not about extreme dieting or complicated routines. It is about doing small things daily that add up and stick. -------------------------- Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/  Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAshoriMD --------------------------- If you are looking for a customized health plan to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. Not ready to book any sessions?  Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.  Free eBook to help you live long and live well!  Download your 6 Healthy Aging Habits Ebook and start putting the steps into action.  Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.  Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.  -Dr. Ashori MD

    9 min

  3. FEB 16

    Cavities, Fillings, Root Canals Deep Dive: Evidence-Based Ways to Prevent Them

    If you have dealt with cavities, fillings, crowns, or root canals, this episode is for you. This is a practical, step-by-step guide focused on daily actions that help protect your enamel and reduce the risk of cavities getting worse. We cover: How cavities start and when they can still be reversed Why brushing too hard can damage enamel A simple brushing routine that actually protects teeth How sugar and frequent sweets drive acidity and enamel erosion What to do after sweets to reduce damage Why waiting before brushing after meals matters When higher-fluoride toothpaste can help remineralize early cavities Dry mouth, alcohol, caffeine, and why they increase risk When cleanings and X-rays are useful, and when they may not be necessary Flossing vs water picks, and how to make flossing actually work The goal is simple. Keep your teeth as long as possible, minimize pain, minimize antibiotics, and avoid procedures whenever you can.   -------------------------- Main Website:  https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/  Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAshoriMD --------------------------- If you are looking for a customized health plan to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. Not ready to book any sessions?  Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.  Free eBook to help you live long and live well!  Download your 6 Healthy Aging Habits Ebook and start putting the steps into action.  Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.  Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.  -Dr. Ashori MD

    18 min

  4. FEB 13

    Saturated Fat in 2025: What the Evidence Shows

    Saturated fat has become one of the most debated nutrition topics in recent years. Some people believe it has no role in heart disease. Others believe it should be avoided entirely. In this episode, I walk through what current evidence actually suggests, without absolutes or fear-based messaging. We discuss: Why medicine works on evidence, not certainty Who saturated fat may be a problem for and who it may not be Why individual risk matters more than blanket rules How saturated fat adds up across the day Practical percentage targets based on risk and calorie intake Why replacing saturated fat with sugar is not the solution This is a risk-based, individualized way to think about saturated fat, not a one-size-fits-all rule. If you are unsure where you fall, assessing your overall cardiovascular risk and cholesterol trends matters more than following internet extremes.   -------------------------- Main Website:  https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/  Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAshoriMD --------------------------- If you are looking for a customized health plan to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. Not ready to book any sessions?  Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.  Free eBook to help you live long and live well!  Download your 6 Healthy Aging Habits Ebook and start putting the steps into action.  Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.  Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.  -Dr. Ashori MD

    6 min

  5. FEB 9

    How to Build Healthy Habits Without Burning Out

    Many adults in their 30-50s start a healthy lifestyle feeling motivated, excited, and ready to change everything at once. And then they burn out. In this episode, I explain the most common reasons health coaching clients give up on healthy habits, even when they are doing "the right things." We talk about: Why taking on too much too quickly leads to burnout How the brain is wired to resist rapid change Why slow, almost unnoticeable changes work better long term How to stay motivated when results feel slow The importance of believing in the process, not just the outcome If you have ever started strong and then fallen off track, this episode will help you rethink how change actually sticks. Sustainable health habits is all about consistency, belief, and patience.   -------------------------- Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/  Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAshoriMD --------------------------- If you are looking for a customized health plan to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. Not ready to book any sessions?  Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.  Free eBook to help you live long and live well!  Download your 6 Healthy Aging Habits Ebook and start putting the steps into action.  Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.  Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.  -Dr. Ashori MD

    5 min

  6. FEB 2

    Why Consistency Beats Motivation Every Time

    Most long-term health success comes from boring, repeatable habits. In this episode, I talk about something that sounds simple but is incredibly powerful: consistency and persistence. When it comes to health, most of the outcomes we admire later in life are not the result of extreme effort or dramatic sacrifice. They come from small, repeatable habits done over many years. This is hard to appreciate when you are younger because it is difficult to imagine yourself decades into the future. I share examples from health, business, athletics, and my own experience with rock climbing to explain how progress often feels slow or even invisible for long stretches of time. Many people quit right before momentum builds. Showing up does not mean performing at your best every time. It means continuing even when progress stalls, motivation fades, or results feel disappointing. When you stop, you restart. You do not disappear for years. I also share a client story about meal preparation and how consistency turned something he believed was impossible into a simple, automatic habit. Health habits work the same way. You go to the gym. You get on the bike. You climb. You cook. You do it even when you do not feel like it. Over time, the friction fades and the habit takes over. This episode is a reminder that long-term health is not built through intensity. It is built through persistence. -------------------------- Main Website:  https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/  Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAshoriMD --------------------------- If you are looking for a customized health plan to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. If you're not quite ready and want to get to know me better, book a free 15-minute introduction session.  Not ready to book any sessions?  Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.  Free eBook to help you live long and live well!  Download your 6 Healthy Aging Habits Ebook and start putting the steps into action.  Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.  Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.  -Dr. Ashori MD

    5 min

  7. JAN 30

    Is Intermittent Fasting Really the Secret to Health?

    Most of the benefits people credit to fasting come from fewer calories. In this episode, I answer a question I get often from clients about intermittent fasting. I review the research, look at the data, and share how I personally think about fasting from a health coaching perspective. Intermittent fasting does not have one strict definition. Simply not eating overnight already counts. Many people overlook this, even though late-night and early-morning eating is very common and often tied to blood sugar instability. I explain why much of the benefit attributed to fasting comes down to calorie restriction rather than the fasting window itself. When calories are equal, the metabolic and cardiovascular outcomes are usually the same, whether someone fasts or not. That said, I do think fasting can be useful. Giving the body a break from constant eating can support gut health, oral health, brain health, and overall metabolic regulation. I also share why I personally like fasting as a way to reduce decision fatigue in a world filled with constant food choices. I talk about how pre-made decisions around food, caffeine, alcohol, and eating times can simplify life and reduce stress. Fasting becomes less about willpower and more about structure. Most importantly, I emphasize experimentation. Some people feel great with a fasting window. Others do not. Your body is the final judge. This episode is about practicality, flexibility, and choosing an approach that supports healthy aging without unnecessary rules or extremes. -------------------------- Main Website:  https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/  Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAshoriMD --------------------------- If you are looking for a customized health plan to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. If you're not quite ready and want to get to know me better, book a free 15-minute introduction session.  Not ready to book any sessions?  Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.  Free eBook to help you live long and live well!  Download your 6 Healthy Aging Habits Ebook and start putting the steps into action.  Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.  Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.  -Dr. Ashori MD

    6 min

  8. JAN 26

    My Simple Grocery Philosophy for Eating Better on Less

    A simpler grocery strategy saves money and improves health. In this episode, I share my personal approach to grocery shopping, eating at home, and keeping food simple. This is not a strict diet plan or a list of trendy superfoods. It is a practical way of eating that saves money and supports long-term health. I talk about why bulk foods like potatoes, onions, beans, and rice form a strong nutritional foundation. With just a few staple items, most of your nutritional needs can be met without relying on expensive or heavily marketed foods. I also explain why shopping seasonally matters, how farmers markets can show you what is truly in season, and why local foods tend to be cheaper and require fewer chemicals. Many foods we are told to prioritize on social media are expensive, shipped long distances, and not nearly as essential as they are made out to be. We also discuss bulk grocery stores, restaurant supply stores, and CSA boxes as practical ways to lower food costs. Root vegetables, proper storage, freezing, and basic food preservation go a long way in reducing waste and grocery bills. This episode is about sustainability, not perfection. Eating in a way that you can maintain financially and practically is far more important than chasing an idealized version of healthy eating. At the end, I invite you to share how you approach grocery shopping and saving money on food, and I preview a future episode on organic versus conventional produce. -------------------------- Main Website:  https://www.drashori.com Subscribe to my free Healthy Aging newsletter: https://newsletter.drashori.com/  Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DrAshoriMD Join me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAshoriMD --------------------------- If you are looking for a customized health plan to help you navigate your health, book a 1-hour paid session with me. If you're not quite ready and want to get to know me better, book a free 15-minute introduction session.  Not ready to book any sessions?  Get your healthy aging score or find out your healthy aging type by taking these fun, free quizes on my website.  Free eBook to help you live long and live well!  Download your 6 Healthy Aging Habits Ebook and start putting the steps into action.  Thank you for listening to this week's episode of Doctor Turned Health Coach by Mohammad Ashori MD. I would love your support by subscribing to this podcast, sharing it with someone you love, and leaving me a review on your favorite podcast app.  Disclaimer: I care about each listener and want you to receive care that fits your life and medical needs. Always speak with your own licensed clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any health plan, medication, or routine. The information in this podcast is for general education. It is not medical advice. Listening does not create a patient–doctor relationship with me.  -Dr. Ashori MD

    7 min
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Most people leave the doctor's office with a plan but little guidance on putting it into practice. Doctor Turned Health Coach bridges that gap. Family physician Dr. Mohammad Ashori MD turns medical recommendations into clear next steps for adults who want to age well. Expect evidence-based answers to follow-up questions, realistic lifestyle strategies, and success stories from listeners.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Ashori MD
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Mohammad Ashori MD. All rights reserved.
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    Doctor Turned Health Coach