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 enter your body through air, water, food and even skin

-Why your bottled water and green tea sachet may be two of your biggest sources

-The 5 key factors that decide how much plastic leaches into your food and drink

-A live High, Medium and Low rating of everyday household items, from your kitchen sponge to your phone cover

-Practical swaps you can start making today

-And our popular Take It or Trash It health game

This is not a doom and gloom episode. It is a mindful, nuanced conversation for anyone who wants to lower their microplastic load without fear or obsession. Watch the full episode and tell us in the comments which swap you are making first.

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Produced by Taniya Dutta

Sound mixed by Aman Pal

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 sunscreen doing more harm than good? Whether you agree with her or not, this is a conversation you cannot ignore.

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Produced by Taniya Dutta

Sound mixed by Suraj Singh

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, Omega-3, Biotin, Ashwagandha — take it or trash it?

-Protein powders — which ones are safe and which cause liver failure

-GLP-1 drugs (Ozempic/Semaglutide) and liver disease -

Poop transplant (FMT) — the groundbreaking treatment saving dying patients

-Why Huberman Lab and wellness influencers are dangerous

-Doctor mental health, burnout, and the hidden cost of practicing medicine in India

-How to keep your liver healthy for the next 20 years

Whether you're confused about supplements, scared of a fatty liver diagnosis, just tired of misinformation or a liver doc fan or critic- this is the one episode you cannot skip.

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Produced by Taniya Dutta

Sound mixed by Aman Pal

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 been slow. The milk keeps flowing. In this video you will get to know:

Why nearly half of India's dairy cattle are producing mastitis-infected milk and what that means for every cup of chai your family drinks

Why up to 50 percent of milk samples in Delhi fail the aflatoxin test for cancer-causing toxins that boiling cannot destroy

How illegal oxytocin is being injected into cattle across every state and how it has been traced all the way to trafficking networks

Why antibiotic overuse in dairy farming is quietly building resistance inside your body without you knowing

The truth about A2 milk, where the claim actually originated, and why European food safety authorities have rejected it

The five things you should check before trusting any dairy source near your home

Sunayana Sibal is not anti-milk. She is pro-truth. And the truth about where India's milk comes from is something every family deserves to hear.

Produced by Taniya Dutta

Sound mixed by Aman Pal

“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 vs Anxiety vs Depression

Why your brain reacts differently than others

The truth about overthinking & negative thinking

Is childhood trauma the reason for mental health issues?

Can you REALLY rewire your brain? (Neuroplasticity)

ADHD symptoms, focus issues & screen addiction

Modern treatments like RTMS & brain stimulation

Botox as a treatment to cure Depression

Is Past Life Regression real or pseudoscience?

Daily habits to build mental resilience

Produced by Taniya Dutta

Sound mixed by Aman Pal

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 diagnostics masterclass, we cover: The IBS Myth: Why IBS is often a ‘diagnosis of exclusion’ and the non-invasive breath tests (H. Pylori & SIBO) you should do before an endoscopy or colonoscopy The "SAMOSA" Framework: A revolutionary, easy-to-remember mnemonic for longevity testing (Sugar, Aging, Micronutrients, Organ Health, Stomach, and Allergies).

The Gut-Microbiome Scam: Why most viral gut microbiome tests in are not the right ones and the Leaky Gut markers you actually need. Biohacking Brain Health: Discover the 15-minute digital quiz that determines your "Brain Age" and the new blood biomarkers for Alzheimer’s. Food Allergy vs Food intolerance: Lactose intolerance vs food and seasonal allergies. Advanced allergy testing in India The Truth About Supplements: Why your Magnesium test is probably wrong About Our Guest: Dr. Arjun Dang is the CEO of Dr. Dang’s Lab, one of India's most prestigious and trusted diagnostic centers. A pioneer in next-gen pathology, he specialises in personalised testing, allergies, GI health and longevity markers designed for the modern lifestyle.

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Produced by Taniya Dutta

Sound mixed by Suraj Singh

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 Cholesterol: The specific advanced cardiac markers (like hs-CRP and ApoB) that predict cardiovascular events even if your routine reports look normal.

• The "One-Size-Fits-All" Problem: Why cheap blood test packages miss critical data points essential for longevity.

• Decoding Inflammation: Why it's the root of modern lifestyle diseases and how to track it accurately (including the correct way to do a Cortisol test).

• Bio-Hacking with Data: Integrating wearable tech (Apple Watch/Whoop) with clinical diagnostics to build your personal Health OS.

If you’ve ever looked at a blood report and felt confused, this podcast is for you. We’re cutting through the noise to bring you doctor-verified, evidence-based insights on your biology.

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Produced by Taniya Dutta

Sound mixed by Suraj Singh 

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 Aneja, Senior Director and Bariatric Physician, Max Superspeciality Hospital and Naveda Healthcare Centres, Delhi, and Dr Abhinav Garg MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine). We dive deep into:

GLP-1 drugs: pros and cons

Visceral fat, the silent killer

TOFI: Thin Outside Fat Inside type

Beyond weight loss: GLP-1 for heart health, kidney function, fatty liver

Mindful eating: Why nutrition matters Understanding hunger

The importance of a balanced diet: Micronutrients and macronutrients

Decoding obesity

WhatsApp myths

The four pillars of success

Join us for an insightful conversation that will answer all your GLP-1 queries. Tune in now!

Produced by Taniya Dutta

Sound mixed by Suraj Singh

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
• What your subconscious brain does in silence
• Signs of stress and overactivity in the brain
• How digital overload impacts mental clarity
• What a 30-minute brain scan can reveal

The final results on screen were not what we expected. Listen till the end to see the full brain map reveal.

Produced by Areeb Raza

Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti

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 loss treatments. We also dive deep into why muscle is your ultimate health currency, the dangers of unprescribed GLP-1 use, and why traditional habits like soaking your almonds or boiling your spices might be destroying your nutrients!

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Produced by Taniya Dutta

Sound mixed by Aman Pal