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The Health Curve

Dr. Jason Arora

27 episodes

1 week ago

Fertility is one of the most personal—and most misunderstood—parts of human health. In this episode of The Health Curve, host Dr. Jason Arora and OBGYN Dr. Stacey Silverman-Fine of Maven Clinic unpack what fertility really means today and why challenges are far more common than most people expect. We explore how fertility is influenced by age, lifestyle, and environmental factors; why both male and female biology matter; and what people should know about subfertility, infertility, and the m...

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Fertility is one of the most personal—and most misunderstood—parts of human health. In this episode of The Health Curve, host Dr. Jason Arora and OBGYN Dr. Stacey Silverman-Fine of Maven Clinic unpack what fertility really means today and why challenges are far more common than most people expect. We explore how fertility is influenced by age, lifestyle, and environmental factors; why both male and female biology matter; and what people should know about subfertility, infertility, and the m...

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Episodes (20/27)

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Fertility Unveiled | Stacey Silverman-Fine, MD at Maven Clinic

Fertility is one of the most personal—and most misunderstood—parts of human health. In this episode of The Health Curve, host Dr. Jason Arora and OBGYN Dr. Stacey Silverman-Fine of Maven Clinic unpack what fertility really means today and why challenges are far more common than most people expect. We explore how fertility is influenced by age, lifestyle, and environmental factors; why both male and female biology matter; and what people should know about subfertility, infertility, and the m...

1 week ago

22 minutes

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Food Is Medicine: Treating Chronic Disease Through Diet | Corby Kummer, Director of Food & Society at The Aspen Institute

“Food is Medicine” gets talked about a lot these days, but the core idea is straightforward: food can play a direct role in treating and managing chronic disease, not just guiding healthier choices. In practice, that means healthcare systems providing patients with meals and groceries tailored to their medical needs. In this episode of The Health Curve, I sit down with Corby Kummer — Executive Director of Food & Society at the Aspen Institute and longtime food writer at The Atlantic. Cor...

3 weeks ago

39 minutes

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Birth Control Explained | Stacey Silverman-Fine MD, OBGYN at Maven Clinic (Women's Health Series)

Birth control shouldn’t be confusing. In this episode of The Health Curve, I sit down with Dr. Stacey Silverman Fine, OBGYN at Maven Clinic, to break down how today’s most common birth control options actually work — from pills, patches, and rings to hormonal IUDs, copper IUDs, implants, and the Depo shot. We talk through how they differ, what to expect when starting one, and how clinicians help people choose a method that fits their health needs, preferences, and lifestyle. We also get into ...

1 month ago

25 minutes

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Prostate & Urinary Health: What Every Man Should Know | Dr. Wilson Sui, University of Michigan

As men age, urinary symptoms and prostate changes become increasingly common — but most people aren’t sure what’s normal, what’s not, or when to seek care. In this episode of The Health Curve, urologist Dr. Wilson Sui (University of Michigan) explains what the prostate actually does, why symptoms like frequent urination or weak stream develop, and how doctors evaluate these issues using simple tools such as symptom scoring and blood testing. We talk about BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia, o...

1 month ago

39 minutes

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How Early Childhood Shapes Lifelong Health | Prof. Farah Qureshi, Johns Hopkins

What if the seeds of your lifelong health were planted before you could even form memories? Research shows that early childhood experiences profoundly influence adult health and disease risk - decades later. In this episode of The Health Curve Podcast, host Dr. Jason Arora speaks with Professor Farah Qureshi of Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, an expert in child health development, to explore how our earliest years shape long-term wellbeing. Together, they discuss the biologic...

2 months ago

47 minutes

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Food Insecurity in America: Why Millions Go Hungry in the World’s Richest Nation | Prof. Hilary Seligman, UCSF

Premiering October 21 for World Food Day 2025 — just one day before the U.S. Department of Agriculture releases its final annual report on household food insecurity in the United States (Oct 22). In this episode, host Dr. Jason Arora sits down with Professor Hilary Seligman (UCSF) — one of the world’s leading experts on food insecurity, nutrition policy, and health equity — to uncover why 1 in 7 U.S. households (over 44 million people) struggle to access affordable, nutritious food in the wor...

2 months ago

31 minutes

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Eye Health: How To Protect Your Vision | Grayson Armstrong, MD at Harvard, Massachusetts Eye and Ear (Bonus Episode - World Sight Day)

Bonus Episode - World Sight Day (October 9) Most of us don’t think about our eyes until something goes wrong—but vision problems are far more common than you might realize. Globally, at least 2.2 billion people live with vision impairment. Of those, about 1 billion (nearly half) are cases that could have been prevented or have yet to be addressed. Many studies further estimate that up to 90% of vision impairment arises from causes that are preventable or treatable. In this episode, host Dr. J...

3 months ago

32 minutes

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Feeding The World Without Destroying The Planet - with Chef Kelly Whitaker, James Beard Award-Winner

How can we feed a growing world without destroying the planet? In this episode of The Health Curve Podcast, host Dr. Jason Arora speaks with Chef Kelly Whitaker, James Beard Award-winning culinary innovator, about the future of food, farming, and sustainability. Kelly shares his journey from learning traditional food practices in Italy to launching a regenerative grain project spanning 800 acres. He explains how chefs are emerging as key players in transforming food systems—showing that susta...

3 months ago

26 minutes

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Beyond the Mat: How to Use Yoga as a Lifelong Tool for Health and Wellbeing — with Val Sklar Robinson

Yoga is more than exercise—it’s a practice that can shape health, resilience, and wellbeing across a lifetime. In the West, yoga is often reduced to stretching, strength, and postures—but in its original form, yoga was never just physical. Rooted in ancient Indian philosophy, yoga is a spiritual discipline aimed at stilling the mind, withdrawing the senses from the external world (pratyāhāra), and moving closer to union with the divine. In this episode of The Health Curve Podcast, host Dr. Ja...

3 months ago

54 minutes

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Why Compassion Is Vital for Human Health - with Lonnie Ali and DeVone Holt, The Muhammad Ali Center

Compassion is more than kindness—it’s the ability to notice suffering in others and take action to relieve it. Far from being abstract or vague, compassion has measurable effects on our biology, our health, and the well-being of entire communities. Research shows it lowers stress, improves immune function, strengthens social bonds, and even helps societies thrive. However, it is rarely talked about in the context of human and societal health. In this episode of The Health Curve Podcast, host ...

4 months ago

36 minutes

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Arrhythmia: When The Beat Is Off - with Dr. Jaspal Gill, Cardiologist and Clinical Research Fellow at the University of London (Heart Health Series)

Your heart is designed to keep a perfect rhythm—but what happens when that rhythm falters? In this episode, we look at arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation (AFib), which now affects millions and significantly increases stroke risk. We explain how to recognize palpitations, dizziness, and other signs that something’s off—and what treatments and technologies are available to help get your rhythm back on track. -- In this special 4-part series on heart diseases, we're going to ...

4 months ago

15 minutes

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Stroke: When Every Second Counts - with Dr. Jaspal Gill, Cardiologist and Clinical Research Fellow at the University of London (Heart Health Series)

Strokes are one of the leading causes of long-term disability worldwide. Yet most people don’t know the difference between a mini-stroke and a major one—or how to spot the signs in time. In this episode, we explain what a stroke is, why it happens, and how you can act fast to minimize damage and save a life. From clots to bleeds, from BE FAST to full recovery—we’ll cover what you need to know and why your brain can’t afford to wait. -- In this special 4-part series on cardiovascular dis...

5 months ago

13 minutes

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Heart Attacks: The Essentials - with Dr. Jaspal Gill, Cardiologist and Clinical Research Fellow at the University of London (Heart Health Series)

Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a heart attack. It’s one of the most feared medical emergencies—and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we cover exactly what a heart attack is, what’s happening inside the arteries and the heart muscle, and how to recognize the warning signs before it’s too late. We’ll talk about risk factors, from cholesterol and stress to family history and lifestyle—and what you can do today to lower your chances of experiencing one. -- In this s...

5 months ago

20 minutes

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High Blood Pressure: The Silent Killer - with Dr. Jaspal Gill, Cardiologist and Clinical Research Fellow at the University of London (Heart Health Series)

High blood pressure affects nearly half of all U.S. adults, yet most people don’t know they have it. In this short episode, we unpack what blood pressure really is, what causes it to rise, and why it's often called the "silent killer." Host Dr. Jason Arora and cardiologist Dr. Jaspal Gill walk us through what’s happening inside the body, how to measure it properly, and how to catch the early signs before it leads to something more dangerous. -- In this special 4-part series on hea...

5 months ago

22 minutes

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Sleepless in the Modern World: Why Routine Advice Isn’t Enough – with Dr. Sahil Chopra, Harvard and Empower Sleep

Tried all the usual sleep hacks but still find yourself wide awake at 2 a.m.? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Health Curve, Dr. Jason Arora sits down with Harvard-trained sleep physician Dr. Sahil Chopra to dig into the deeper, less obvious reasons we can’t switch off. From overlooked stress signals and tech traps to the cultural myths shaping our sleep expectations, this conversation goes beyond the basics to challenge conventional wisdom—and offer fresh insights that just might hel...

6 months ago

54 minutes

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Ultra-Processed Nation: Why Our Food Is Making Us Sick - with Neeti Mahajan

In the U.S., over 42% of adults are obese, nearly 12% have diabetes, and around 60% live with at least 1 chronic disease. Diet-related chronic diseases—including heart disease, stroke, and certain cancers—contribute to approximately 1 million deaths each year. In a country overflowing with food, why are so many of us sick? Host Jason Arora sits down with Neeti Mahajan, food industry exec, to take a big-picture look at how America's modern food system may be doing more harm than goo...

6 months ago

41 minutes

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Man-o-Pause: Myth or Midlife Reality? Understanding Andropause

Is "male menopause" real — or just hype? In this short episode, Host Jason Arora breaks down what andropause actually is, how it differs from the menopause in women, and why testosterone levels are only part of the story. Learn what really drives hormonal changes in men, how to support healthy aging naturally, and when testosterone therapy makes sense.

7 months ago

7 minutes

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Ancient Wisdom For Modern Wellness: Rediscovering The Foundations Of Health - with Paul Vincent, Human Performance Expert

We often talk about health as something to manage or fix—but what if we’ve misunderstood it altogether? In this episode, we explore what it really means to be well through the lenses of ancient wisdom, tribal culture, and Taoist philosophy. Host Dr. Jason Arora is joined by human performance expert Paul Vincent, who spent decades training top performers before spending the last 10 years immersed in Indigenous tribal communities, Taoist teachings, and the study of psychedelic therapy. To...

7 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

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Beyond Mental Health: The Power of Emotional Well-Being - with Katya Constant, Leadership Coach

Mental health often gets a lot of attention — but what about emotional health? Emotional well-being is about understanding and managing your feelings day to day — and it’s not quite the same as mental health. In fact, nurturing emotional health can be a hidden superpower for building resilience, managing stress, bouncing back from setbacks, and forming healthier relationships. In this episode, host Jason Arora is joined by Katya Constant, a former finance professional turned leadership and em...

8 months ago

28 minutes

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Cardiac Rehab: The Blockbuster Heart Disease Treatment You’ve Never Heard Of - with Patrick Dunn, PhD at the American Heart Association (Heart Health Series)

Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, killing nearly 20 million people each year, including over 800,000 in the U.S.. But what if there was a treatment that could cut the risk of dying from heart disease by a third? Well, it already exists—it’s called cardiac rehabilitation, and it’s one of the most effective ways to help people recover after a heart attack. Studies show that cardiac rehab can reduce the risk of death by up to 30%—a level of success that beats many pres...

8 months ago

29 minutes