Chronic disease is not a destiny, but a choice we make every single day. When you choose to thrive, you activate your body’s innate power to heal. In this episode, Dr. Fab Mancini is joined by Dr. Kien Vuu - physician, performance coach, and bestselling author of Thrive State - to talk about what it really takes to heal in today’s high-stress world. Together, they dive deep into how chronic stress, lifestyle habits, and emotional trauma can silently push your body toward disease… and how you can activate your innate biology to return to health. This isn’t about symptom management. It’s about tapping into the science of thriving so you can reclaim energy, focus, immunity, and joy - without relying on pills or quick fixes. Highlights: 02:42 – What Is the Thrive State?: Dr. Kien Vuu introduces the Thrive State as a biological blueprint for healing, rooted in cellular optimization and daily lifestyle alignment. 04:51 – The Power of Epigenetics: Discover how your genes respond to your choices, not just your DNA—proving that your lifestyle can shape your health destiny. 08:39 – Rethinking Medicine: Dr. Vuu challenges the conventional medical model and explains why symptom-based treatments often miss the deeper roots of chronic illness. 20:43 – Raising Thriving Kids: Learn how to nurture wellness in your children by modeling healthy habits, managing energy, and creating an environment that supports growth. 30:35 – You Are the Miracle: Dr. Vuu shares a powerful mindset shift—recognizing your own miraculous nature is the first step to activating your body’s true healing potential. About the Guest: Dr. Kien Vuu, affectionately known as “Doctor V,” is a testament to resilience and the power of the human spirit having overcome significant challenges as an infant refugee and personal health obstacles later in life. Today, Doctor V champions optimal health, happiness, and human potential, making him a sought-after speaker by Fortune 500 companies, professional sports teams, and association meetings from all industries. Doctor V envisions a world full of healthy humans who are fully contributing their gifts to humanity with vibrant health and vitality. His vision not only stems from the miraculous recoveries he has witnessed as a physician but from overcoming chronic disease himself. An assistant professor of Health Sciences at UCLA, Doctor V specialized in Interventional and Diagnostic Radiology before seeking additional training in nutrition, personal development, spirituality, and performance and longevity medicine. He also earned board certification from the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine. As the founder of VuuMD Performance and Longevity and #1 best-selling author of THRIVE STATE, Doctor V advises a diverse clientele, including professional athletes, executives, celebrities, and organizations on achieving sustained wellness and peak performance. Doctor V shares his expertise as a health media expert, keynote speaker, and workshop facilitator at prominent events, including engagements with Whole Foods, Bank of America, and JP Morgan. He has also appeared on platforms like ABC News, TEDx, The Doctors, and Access Hollywood, empowering others to activate the biology of longevity and human potential within themselves. Website: https://kienvuu.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorvmd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorvmd/ Youtube: a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/DoctorVMD" rel="noopener noreferrer"...
