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 6 evidence-backed ways to lower blood pressure — starting with the ones with the strongest data. 

We cover:

• The role of weight loss, exercise, sodium restriction, DASH diet, etc. 
• Which "natural" remedies — apple cider vinegar, celery juice, cayenne, detox teas, garlic, hibiscus, beetroot — actually have evidence supporting their use
• When medications become necessary
• Two commonly overlooked causes of difficult-to-control high blood pressure your doctor may not have checked for

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About Dr. Abhishek Bhagat, MD:
Triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Cardiac Electrophysiology. My work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals. I create content focused on science-based, practical strategies to improve your health and longevity.

Disclaimer: The information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medical treatment.

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:

• Whether high LDL cholesterol actually causes heart attacks and strokes
• What the evidence actually shows about statins 
• Beef tallow vs. seed oils 
• Whether mouth taping actually improves sleep
• GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy, including their potential safety concerns
• What major studies show about the cardiovascular benefits of GLP-1 medications

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About Dr. Abhishek Bhagat, MD:
Triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Cardiac Electrophysiology. My work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals. I create content focused on science-based, practical strategies to improve your health and longevity.

Disclaimer: The information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medical treatment.

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 reimbursement and RVU models work, and how medical school debt influences career choices. We get into the rise of hyper-specialization and what it means for general internal medicine and primary care, and where AI and wearable technology may be headed over the next five to ten years.

We also reflect on the patient experiences that have stayed with us throughout our careers, what each of us would improve about healthcare, and the advice Dr. Iannetti and Dr. Sohi wish they had received as trainees.

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About Dr. Abhishek Bhagat, MD:
Triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Cardiac Electrophysiology. My work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals. I create content focused on science-based, practical strategies to improve your health and longevity.

Disclaimer: The information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medical treatment.

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 changing inside hospitals and clinics.

We talk about the growing role of advanced practice providers, physician shortages, private equity, financial pressures affecting staffing decisions, insurance barriers, prior authorization, and the expanding use of AI in healthcare.

We also compare academic and private-practice medicine, discuss how these changes are affecting physicians and patients, and consider whether technology and new care models will replace doctors—or simply redefine the physician’s role.

Guests:

• Dr. Michael Iannetti — Internal Medicine Physician, Associate Program Director
• Dr. Sajeet Sohi — Internal Medicine Physician

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About Dr. Abhishek Bhagat, MD:
Triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Cardiac Electrophysiology. My work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals. I create content focused on science-based, practical strategies to improve your health and longevity.

Disclaimer: The information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medical treatment.

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 follow to lower our own risk of heart disease.

In this episode, we cover:

• How cardiologists actually use coronary artery calcium (CAC) scans
• The role of Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications in heart health
• Why heart disease is still the #1 killer despite massive medical advances
• The top heart-healthy habits cardiologists recommend
• What each of us personally does to stay healthy
• The most common misconceptions patients have about heart health
• The biggest heart-related mistakes people make in their 30s, 40s, and 50s

Guests:

• Dr. Amin Kashef — Interventional & Structural Cardiologist
• Dr. David Lee — General & Preventive Cardiologist

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About Dr. Abhishek Bhagat, MD:
Triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Cardiac Electrophysiology. My work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals. I create content focused on science-based, practical strategies to improve your health and longevity.

Disclaimer: The information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medical treatment.

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 changed forever, and what it means for your long-term health.

From pacemakers the size of a bullet, to minimally invasive procedures replacing open-heart surgery, to AI now shaping how we diagnose and treat patients — modern cardiology is evolving faster than most people realize.

In this episode, we cover:

• How heart care has transformed over the past 20 years
• New cholesterol insights beyond LDL
• Advances in cardiac procedures and devices
• How AI is changing diagnosis and treatment
• Cardiac MRI and what it reveals about the heart

Guests:

• Dr. Amin Kashef — Interventional & Structural Cardiologist
• Dr. David Lee — General & Preventive Cardiologist

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About Dr. Abhishek Bhagat, MD:
Triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Cardiac Electrophysiology. My work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals. I create content focused on science-based, practical strategies to improve your health and longevity.

Disclaimer: The information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medical treatment.

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, reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke, and potentially add years to your life.

These are not trends or opinions — these are science-backed strategies supported by decades of research and recommended by major organizations like the American Heart Association.

What we cover:

• Habit #1: Move With Purpose 
• Habit #2: Prioritize Sleep (the longevity sweet spot)
• Habit #3: Minimize Stress 
• Habit #4: Eat to Lower Inflammation (Mediterranean vs. Keto — what the data actually says)
• Habit #5: Know & Track Your Numbers
• The 2 things you must stop doing immediately

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About Dr. Abhishek Bhagat, MD:
Triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Cardiac Electrophysiology. My work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals. I create content focused on science-based, practical strategies to improve your health and longevity.

Disclaimer: The information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise routine, or medical treatment.