Doctor Vs Internet is Health Wealth’s hard-hitting Indian health podcast that cuts through viral wellness trends, quick fixes, and online misinformation. Each episode features licensed doctors and medical specialists who take on popular internet health claims—separating science from hype, and…
Heart Surgery Without Cutting Your Chest Open? Dr. Ritwik Raj Bhuyan Explains Robotic Cardiac Surgery Is robotic heart surgery safe? Does a robot actually perform the surgery, or is the surgeon in control? Can you really get a bypass or valve repair without opening your chest? In this episode, Dr. Ritwik Raj Bhuyan (Senior Director, CTVS and Lead — Robotic and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery at Fortis Escorts, New Delhi) breaks down everything you need to know about robotic cardiac surgery in India. We explore how the da Vinci robotic system works, recovery timelines compared to…
Why do Indians get heart attacks 10 years earlier than Westerners? Is that chest pain simple acidity or a life-threatening cardiac event? In this episode of Doctor vs Internet, Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor sits down with Dr Ashok Seth (Chairman, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Okhla New Delhi) to decode sudden cardiac arrests in gyms, silent heart attack symptoms, blood pressure monitoring, and the exact preventive tests that save lives. 🔴 What You Will Learn: • Acidity vs. Heart Attack Pain: How to spot the real difference • Why young, fit people collapse in gyms (Heavy weights, HIIT & hidden…
Dr. Jasjeet Wasir, Director of Diabetes & Endocrinology at Medanta breaks down why you're still hungry after a full meal. In this episode we demystify the universe of hunger and break down why our brains constantly plan, crave, and seek out high-calorie foods. We dive deep into the neurochemistry behind: Homeostatic Hunger vs. Hedonic Hunger: The crucial difference between what your body actually needs to survive and what your brain demands for pleasure. The Neurobiology of "Wanting" vs. "Liking": How dopamine drives the process, craving, and seeking behaviour versus short-lived sensory…
Is formula milk actually safe for your newborn? And who benefits when breastfeeding “fails”? In this Mother’s Day Special, we sit down with Dr. Arun Gupta, a pediatrician who walked away from a thriving practice to take on the world’s most powerful food corporations. What he reveals will change how you think about infant nutrition forever. From illegal hospital marketing tactics to the myth of “not enough milk,” Dr. Gupta pulls back the curtain on a decades long battle being fought inside the very rooms where mothers give birth. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti
Struggling with continuous hair fall and hair thinning? We break down the exact root causes- from nutritional deficiencies and hormonal imbalances to improper hair care routines. Host Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor sits down with Dr Ankur Sarin to discover actionable, evidence-based steps to reduce shedding and protect your hair density. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Suraj Singh
Why your acne, pigmentation, and dullness are not healing, and what a dermatologist actually recommends for Indian skin. Dermatologist Dr Jushya Bhatia Sarin breaks down the skincare myths, pollution damage, and pigmentation problems specific to Indian skin. This episode covers why sunscreen, multani mitti, besan, and expensive skincare products may not be working the way you think, and what actually helps. In this episode: ✅Skincare myths Indians still believe, and why they do not hold up Multani mitti, besan, and haldi: do home remedies actually help ✅Acne and pigmentation treatment: what…
Fasting, intermittent fasting, calorie deficit diets, autophagy, gut resets, Navratri fasting, GLP-1 -- GI expert Dr. Shubham Vatsya gives Indians the most complete, honest science of fasting in one episode. Hindus fast for Navratri. Muslims fast for Ramzan. Celebrities swear by intermittent fasting. Scientists have won Nobel Prizes studying it. And yet fasting remains the most misunderstood health tool available to every single Indian -- for free. In this episode of Doctor Vs Internet, Senior Health Editor Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor sits down with Gastroenterologist Dr. Shubham Vatsya to break…
Longevity, inflammation, and sleep, decoded by a doctor who has spent his career studying how Indians age. In this episode of Doctor Vs Internet, Dr. Navin Gnanasekaran of Apollo Hospitals, author of India's first longevity book The 100 Year Blueprint, breaks down why inflammation is the silent root cause of ageing, cancer and chronic disease, why India is the second most sleep deprived country in the world, and why your chair may be more dangerous to your health than you think. This conversation covers healthspan versus lifespan, the best tests to check inflammation, seed oils and omega 3…
Dengue fever is no longer just a monsoon illness, dengue symptoms and cases are now showing up all year round across India, even in places that never had dengue before. In this episode, part of All Out and India Today's Initiative Saath Ladenge Dengue Se — Dr Chandrakant Lahariya — public health expert and WHO collaborator — breaks down everything you need to know about dengue treatment, dengue prevention, and the new dengue vaccine available in India. In this episode: ✅ Why dengue is no longer seasonal — and what's driving the change ✅ Who's most at risk: pregnant women, kids under 10, the…
Is hormone replacement therapy actually the cancer risk doctors warned you about for two decades? India's leading endocrinologist, Dr. Ambrish Mithal, joins Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor on Doctor vs Internet to unpack the science behind menopause, hormone therapy, and the male equivalent nobody talks about: andropause. In this deep dive, we explore how a single flawed 2002 US study got misapplied to an entire generation of women, why the FDA reversed its cancer-risk guidance in February 2026, and what "MHT" actually means for Indian women, who hit menopause 4 to 5 years earlier than the global…
Is "ghar ka khana" always healthy? Is ordering from Swiggy or Zomato really the enemy we make it out to be? Nutritionist and gut health expert Riti Bhagat joins Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor on the Doctor vs Internet podcast this week to bust India's biggest food myths, one plate at a time. If you are an urban Indian trying to balance fitness with a busy work life, a hectic social calendar, and delivery app cravings, this episode is your ultimate survival guide. We cover the real science behind sustainable weight loss and nutrition without the lifestyle guilt. Produced by Taniya Dutta Sound mixed by…
Did you know your poop can reveal your mental health, your diet, your DNA- and even what medications you're on? In this episode of Doctor vs Internet, host Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor sits down with Max Kushnir, Chief Science Officer of Sova Health and geneticist, for India's most comprehensive gut health conversation. We break down the Bristol Stool Chart, explain why nearly 40–50% of Indians may have IBS without a diagnosis, decode anxiety poop, discuss lactose intolerance, antibiotic damage to your microbiome, and answer your most embarrassing gut questions. In this episode: - Is it normal to…
Can diabetes actually be reversed through diet alone? India's leading diabetologist and Chairman of Fortis-C-DOC, Dr. Anoop Misra, joins Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor on Doctor vs Internet to debunk the biggest metabolic myths millions of Indians get wrong. In this deep dive, we explore why young Indians are being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes as early as 15, the truth about the unique Indian phenotype (visceral fat), and the exact science of dietary remission. Get the Book: Dr. Anoop Misra's definitive guide, "Diabetes with Calories and Common Sense". Tune in! Produced by Taniya Dutta Sound mixed…
Microplastics have been found in human breast milk, in the placenta, in semen, in our lungs, and even in the brain. They are not just around us. They are inside us. But before you panic and start throwing out everything in your kitchen, this episode is your calm, science backed guide to actually doing something about it. Joining host Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor this week is Dr Jayesh Sharma, surgical oncologist and one of India's most trusted voices on microplastics, to break down what we know, what we still do not, and most importantly, what we can do. In this episode we cover: -How microplastics…
She has been banned in Australia. Investigated by health authorities. And yet she has over 10 million followers worldwide who swear her advice changed their lives. This week on Doctor vs Internet, Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor brings Barbara O'Neil face to face with 50 of India’s top medical minds. No softballs. No filters. From cancer and chemotherapy to vaccines, infant nutrition, sunscreen, sleep and vegetarian protein, Barbara answers every question unfiltered. Can food actually starve cancer cells? Are vaccines linked to the rise in autism? Should you ditch formula for goat’s milk? Is your…
Dr Cyriac Abby Philips- aka The Liver Doc is India's most followed and most controversial doctor on the internet. In this explosive episode of Health Wealth, he takes on Ayurveda, homeopathy, detox supplements, protein powders, alcohol, fatty liver disease, and the booming wellness industry — with zero diplomatic filters. In this episode we cover: -Is Ayurveda scientific? The truth about the ₹3,992 crore Ayush ministry budget -Fatty liver disease — causes, grades, reversal, and what your ultrasound actually means -Alcohol and liver damage — why WHO says there is NO safe level -Vitamin D,…
Most of us grew up believing two things about milk. That it is safe. And that boiling makes it safer. Sunayana Sibal spent years walking through Delhi's dairy colonies with a camera, documenting what happens before that milk reaches your cup. Cattle milked in open sewage drains. Illegal oxytocin injected twice a day. Feed made from old bread, chips, and plastic waste. What she found was not an exception. It was the system. As Director of Policy at the Animal Public Policy Foundation, she took her findings to High Courts, food safety regulators, and drug enforcement agencies. Progress has…
“Stress is not what happens to you… it’s how your brain reacts.” This episode will completely change how you understand your mind. Is depression just “in your head” - or is there real brain science behind it? Will brain rewiring be a solution to childhood traumas and overthinking- and how can it be done. And what is the treatment for anxiety. This podcast as A Masterclass on How Your Brain Actually Works. Understand your brain. Change how you react. Take control of your life. In this powerful episode of Health Wealth Podcast, leading psychiatrist Dr. Sanjay Chugh breaks down: What is Stress…
Gut microbiome test may not be the test you need. Gut diets, gut cleanse, gut brain axis- we have heard of all these but then which are the tests you need to understand and improve the functioning of your gut and issues like Irritable Bowel Syndrome. In this episode of Health Wealth's Doctor vs Internet, Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor sits down with Dr. Arjun Dang, CEO of Dr Dangs Lab. To explore the cutting edge of preventative diagnostics. We move beyond the basic annual check-up to look at how the next generation of pathology is shifting from "finding a disease" to "predicting a risk." In this…
Could a single blood test detect cancer markers or heart disease years before symptoms appear? In this episode of Doctor vs Internet, Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor sits down with Dr. Arjun Dang, CEO of Dr. Dang’s Lab, to explore the cutting-edge of preventative diagnostics. We move beyond the basic annual check-up to look at how the next generation of pathology is shifting from "finding a disease" to "predicting a risk." In this diagnostics masterclass, we cover: • Early Detection 2.0: Why liquid biopsies and advanced genetic screenings are changing cancer prevention. • Heart Health Beyond…
Weight-loss drugs like tirzepatide and semaglutide have suddenly become wildly popular in India, but is the country ready for this revolution? In this power-packed episode of Doctor vs Internet, Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor dives deep into the weight loss injections revolution, which has hit India with full force. GLP-1 weight-loss drugs now cost less in India than in many other countries, but what is the correct way to benefit from them? Will this finally solve India’s chronic obesity crisis, or expose us to complications related to unsupervised use? In this episode, we are joined by Dr Pankaj…
What really happens inside your brain when all distractions are removed? In this episode, Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor undergoes a live brain mapping test with brain expert Kumaar Bagrodia, who has analysed over 21,000 brains. -No coffee -No alcohol -No phone -No external stimulation Just raw subconscious activity. This real-time brain scan reveals how a busy modern mind actually functions beneath the surface and what hidden patterns, stress markers, and neural activity look like when stripped of constant stimulation. What you will learn in this podcast • What brain mapping is and how it works •…
Are you confused by the sudden explosion of weight-loss injections, or wondering why you can't fight obesity despite trying every diet and exercise? In this episode of Doctor vs Internet, host Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor and renowned Mumbai-based Endocrinologist Dr. Shashank Joshi sit down to demystify the GLP-1 injections phenomenon and decode the genetic reality of the Indian body. From types of GLP 1 drugs, uses, how is a suitable candidate for them, to exposing the "Thin-Fat Indian" syndrome and the Indian "laziness gene," we cover exactly what you need to know before considering any weight…
Are you confused by internet health advice telling you what to eat, what to avoid, and which expensive superfoods to buy? In this episode of Doctor vs Internet, host Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor and MBBS doctor-turned-nutrition expert Dr. Nandita Iyer sit down to debunk the biggest food and kitchen myths prevalent in Indian households. From the truth about non-stick pans to exposing the "pink salt" scam and the hidden dangers of black plastic delivery containers, we cover exactly what needs to change in your pantry. We also dive deep into protein needs, why intermittent fasting may not work for…
Why does the average Indian citizen live 9 years less than someone in China? Why are more people in India dying from poor quality care than from a lack of access to doctors? In this episode of Doctor vs Internet, host Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor sits down with Richard Horton, Editor-in-Chief of The Lancet, the world’s most influential medical journal. Drawing from the newly released Lancet Commission on a Citizen-Centred Indian Health System, Horton reveals why India has reached a critical "inflection point" where more medicine isn’t the answer. Better medicine is. In this deep-dive conversation,…
Why is India the diabetes capital of the world? Why do we develop "hidden fat" even when we look thin? In this episode of Doctor Vs Internet, host Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor sits down with Karan Sarin, a certified Metabolic Health Coach, to deconstruct the Indian gene— how it’s more prone to metabolic disorders like diabetes, heart diseases, fatty liver and hypertension. More importantly, can we do anything to fight our genes? We dive deep into insulin resistance, sugar spikes and carbohydrates to understand how our food habits and lifestyle lead us to diabetes. Karan Sarin elaborates on the…
Is Deepinder Goyal’s Zomato longevity claim a breakthrough or a scam? We expose the truth behind Bryan Johnson, weight loss drugs, and the "Thin Fat" Indian phenotype with Jitendra Chouksey (JC). Is the man sending you "Chole Bhature" notifications at 1 AM really trying to save your life? In this explosive episode of Doctor Vs Internet, host Sonal Mehrotra Kapoor sits down with Jitendra Chouksey (JC)—the "BS Detector" of the Indian fitness industry—to dismantle the biggest health narratives of 2026. JC takes direct aim at the hypocrisy of Zomato’s longevity push, calling their "Temple"…
Do people actually start barking when they get rabies? Why do you need to take all doses on time for the rabies vaccine? And is “The dog looked friendly” a medical plan, or a plot twist? Join me and Dr Kritika Sharma, emergency medicine specialist at Regency Health Hospital, Gorakhpur, as we get practical about animal bites—what to do in the first minutes, what not to do, and why speed saves lives. We walk through real-world first aid (immediate, thorough washing with soap and water; quick medical assessment), then tackle the hard truth: once rabies symptoms appear, outcomes are almost…
How do we respond to “When are you having kids?” What happens when birth control stops being 'her problem' and starts being a two-person plan? And is Is family planning only about how to avoid having babies? Join me and Poonam Muttreja, Executive Director, Population Foundation of India, as we flip the script—beginning at the pharmacy counter. We talk awkward stares, poor privacy, and why something as simple as buying condoms still feels complicated. From there, we go straight to the 'snip' myths: no, vasectomy doesn’t kill desire or manhood—and yes, men deserve real counselling, not…
Who actually needs antidepressants—and how do psychiatrists decide, beyond “just feeling sad”? Can therapy and medication work better together than either alone—and what myths about side-effects should we retire? Join me and Dr. Pretty Duggar Gupta, a psychiatrist from Aster Whitefield Hospital in Bengaluru, as we unpack depression without the fluff. We move past the ‘just think positive’ advice and explain who may need medication and how psychiatrists decide. We discuss side effects, timelines and why therapy with medication often works best. We also look at how depression affects your…
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Doctor Vs Internet is Health Wealth’s hard-hitting Indian health podcast that cuts through viral wellness trends, quick fixes, and online misinformation. Each episode features licensed doctors and medical specialists who take on popular internet health claims—separating science from hype, and…
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