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The Healthy Skeptic

Hosted by Abhishek Bhagat, MD · health · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

The Healthy Skeptic is an evidence-based podcast designed to help you live longer, feel stronger, and make smarter decisions about your health. Hosted by Dr. Abhishek Bhagat — a triple board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Cardiac Electrophysiology — this show aims to bridge the gap between medical science and everyday life. The episodes break down the truth behind healthcare, longevity, nutrition, exercise, weight loss, stress, sleep, supplements, chronic inflammation, and the latest medical research. Dr. Bhagat debunks misinformation, analyzes viral health trends, and gives you practical habits you can use immediately. Whether you're interested in preventing heart disease, improving your metabolic health, or simply navigating the overwhelming world of wellness information, The Healthy Skeptic gives you reliable guidance backed by clinical experience and scientific evidence. Your health de

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Booking probability

36%

Guest openness

Selective

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Questions about The Healthy Skeptic

What is The Healthy Skeptic about?

The Healthy Skeptic is an evidence-based podcast designed to help you live longer, feel stronger, and make smarter decisions about your health. Hosted by Dr. Abhishek Bhagat, a triple board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Cardiac Electrophysiology, this show aims to bridge the gap between medical science and everyday life.

Who hosts The Healthy Skeptic?

The Healthy Skeptic is hosted by Abhishek Bhagat, MD. The show has published 10 episodes to date.

What has The Healthy Skeptic covered recently?

Recent episodes include "BPC-157: Does It Actually Work? | Doctor Explains" (22 October 2026, 8 minutes), "Ozempic Side Effects - What a Cardiologist Wants You to Know" (4 October 2026, 13 minutes), and "6 Heart Healthy Foods - Ranked by a Cardiologist" (20 September 2026, 10 minutes).

How often does The Healthy Skeptic publish?

The Healthy Skeptic publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 21 minutes across 10 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Healthy Skeptic?

Booking probability for The Healthy Skeptic is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Healthy Skeptic requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Healthy Skeptic's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch The Healthy Skeptic?

The strongest fits for The Healthy Skeptic are Doctors & Physicians and Health & Wellness Services. The Healthy Skeptic has a health audience.

About the host

Abhishek Bhagat, MD hosts The Healthy Skeptic, a health podcast with 10 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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    BPC-157: Does It Actually Work? | Doctor Explains

    Oct 22, 20268 min

    Does BPC-157 actually work, or is the “Wolverine peptide” getting ahead of the science? In this episode, I examine the human research behind its claimed benefits for tendon, muscle, ligament and gut healing, along with...

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    Ozempic Side Effects - What a Cardiologist Wants You to Know

    Oct 4, 202613 min

    Which Ozempic side effects are real—and which are overhyped? As a practicing cardiologist, many of my patients are on Ozempic or another GLP-1 medication, and I hear the same concerns all the time. In this episode, I...

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    6 Heart Healthy Foods - Ranked by a Cardiologist

    Sep 20, 202610 min

    Heart disease is the number one killer worldwide, and diet is one of the largest drivers behind it. Which foods deserve a place on your plate for better heart health? As a practicing cardiologist, I see the impact of...

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    6 Ways to Lower Blood Pressure — Ranked by a Cardiologist

    Aug 30, 202611 min

    Nearly half of US adults have high blood pressure — and many of them don't even know it. It's the number one modifiable risk factor for heart disease and the number one risk factor for stroke. In this episode, I rank...

  • The Healthy Skeptic

    Cardiologist Reacts to the Worst Health Advice on the Internet

    Aug 23, 202617 min

    Health misinformation spreads fast online — but how much of it actually holds up when you look at the evidence? In this episode, I cover several viral health claims and compare them with the scientific data. We cover...

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    What They Don't Tell You About Being a Doctor (3 Physicians Explain) – Part 2

    Aug 2, 202645 min

    In Part 2 of our Hospital Medicine conversation, Dr. Iannetti, Dr. Sohi, and I unpack how internal medicine and hospital medicine are actually practiced today. We discuss the financial pressures physicians face, how...

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    Are Doctors Being Replaced? (3 Physicians Explain) – Part 1

    Jul 26, 202631 min

    Are doctors being replaced by nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and artificial intelligence? In Part 1 of this conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Michael Iannetti and Dr. Sajeet Sohi to discuss how medicine is...

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    How Cardiologists Protect Their Own Hearts (3 Cardiologists Explain) – Part 2

    May 3, 202640 min

    What do cardiologists actually do to protect their own hearts? In Part 2 of this 2-part conversation, Dr. Kashef, Dr. Lee, and I discuss the everyday habits, lifestyle choices, and prevention strategies we personally...

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    How Heart Care Has Changed in the Last 20 Years (3 Cardiologists Explain) – Part 1

    Apr 12, 202626 min

    Heart care today looks completely different than it did just 10–20 years ago. In Part 1 of this 2-part conversation, I'm joined by two fellow cardiologists to break down what's actually new in heart medicine, what's...

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    5 Heart-Healthy Habits That Add 10 Years to Your Life | Cardiologist Explains

    Apr 5, 202615 min

    Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide — but the truth is, most heart attacks are preventable. In this episode, I break down 5 evidence-based habits that can significantly improve your heart health...

Recent guests

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David Lee

Associate Professor in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of New South Wales, Canberra, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

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Dr. Michael Iannetti

internal medicine

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Dr. Amin Kashef

interventional & structural cardiologist

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Dr. David Lee

general & preventive cardiologist

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