Welcome to the premiere episode of "Ask Dr. DeSilva," where Dr. Derrick DeSilva, an esteemed internist with over 35 years of clinical experience, embarks on a journey to explore the integration of Eastern and Western medicine. In this insightful episode, Dr. DeSilva introduces his holistic approach to wellness, emphasizing the importance of nutrition, movement, hormones, supplements, and spirituality. Dr. DeSilva shares his unique definition of wellness, guiding listeners through the five pillars of health: conscious eating, engaging in enjoyable physical activities, understanding the role of hormones, the necessity of nutritional supplements, and embracing spirituality by doing good deeds. He highlights the synergy between modern prescriptions and traditional practices like meditation, acupuncture, and vitamins. The podcast is sponsored by Common Sense Supplements, ensuring access to quality products that support Dr. DeSilva's wellness philosophy. Tune in as Dr. DeSilva navigates through the current advancements in health, featuring expert guests who'll shed light on topics like intermittent fasting, peptides, and probiotics. Join Dr. DeSilva in his mission to achieve balanced health, longevity, and vitality.