The Health Curve
The Health Curve simplifies complex health topics, explores impactful ideas shaping the future of human health, and raises awareness of critical issues affecting underserved communities. By making science-backed health information accessible, we empower individuals and communities with credible insights and practical tools.
On the podcast, I speak with a wide range of voices — from public health scientists, clinicians, and entrepreneurs to advocates, artists, and coaches. Together, we unpack the science, challenge assumptions, and tackle the growing gaps left by misinformation and failing healthcare systems.
The Health Curve Podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Arora — Oxford- and Harvard-trained physician, public health scientist, yoga and mindfulness instructor, and award-winning health innovator - Forbes 30u30, Fulbright Scholar, Harvard Public Health Innovator Award-Winner, and Aspen Health Fellow.
Find us on YouTube (@TheHealthCurve) or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other popular podcast platforms.
Have questions, comments, or feedback? Email us at info@thehealthcurvepodcast.com.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical concerns.
Episodes
28 episodes
What Is a Good Life? The Science of Meaning, Happiness, & Health | Prof. Shigehiro Oishi, University of Chicago
What does it really mean to live a “good life”?Is it daily happiness? A sense of purpose? Or a life rich with experiences that stretch and change us?In this episode of The Health Curve, I sit down with Prof. Shige...
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49:48
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 an...
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Episode 22
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22:00
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 pr...
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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 pi...
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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) e...
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39:00
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 Hea...
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Episode 21
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47:20
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
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Episode 20
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31:42
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...
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Episode 19
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32:22
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 fut...
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Episode 18
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26:20
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. Root...
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Episode 17
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54:57
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 c...
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Episode 16
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36:25
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 <...
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Episode 15
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15:33
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 expl...
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Episode 14
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13:58
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’...
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Episode 13
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20:34
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 "...
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Episode 12
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22:11
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 physic...
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Episode 11
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54:50
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—contr...
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Episode 10
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41:31
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...
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Episode 9
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7:33
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 <...
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Episode 8
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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. I...
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Episode 7
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27:49
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 di...
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Episode 6
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29:45
How to Save a Life: The Power of Harm Reduction for Drug Misuse - with Michael Gilbert, MPH at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
For decades, drug misuse has been met with punishment, stigma, and criminalization—but these approaches haven’t stopped the crisis. Instead, they’ve led to more overdose deaths, more harm, and fewer people getting help. In the U.S...
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Episode 5
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36:23
Quick Update + Next Episode Coming on April 9!
In this quick update, I share some exciting news about the early response to The Health Curve Podcast — thank you for all the downloads and feedback! I also let you know when the next episode drops (April 9), how ...
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Menopause Decoded: What's Really Happening & How To Navigate It - with Stacey Silverman-Fine, MD at Maven Clinic (Women's Health Series)
Menopause is a natural biological transition that over 1 billion women worldwide are experiencing or have gone through. Yet, despite its universality, it remains widely misunderstood and rarely discussed
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Episode 4
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38:12
Denied and Dismissed: The LGBTQ Community’s Fight for Equitable Healthcare - with Justin Ayars, CEO of Equality MD
The LGBTQ community faces worse health outcomes, barriers to care, and systemic discrimination in healthcare—yet their struggles remain largely overlooked. Despite being officially recognized as a health disparity populati...
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Episode 3
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