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Healthwise

Healthwise

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 Healthwise is a weekly podcast that brings you up to speed with the top of the mind Health, science and environment issues. You'll hear experts who'll help you better understand policy. So that you can make better choices, healthwise. This is a Hindustan Times production, brought to you be HT Smartcast. Alternative & Complementary Medicine Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • Why Muscle is Your Most Underappreciated Metabolic Organ?

    Why Muscle is Your Most Underappreciated Metabolic Organ?
    Feb 6 2026
    Are you tired of the cycle of shame that comes with tracking your health through a negative lens? In this episode Kartik is trying to figure out the psychological shift from "less" (weight, food, energy) to "more" (strength, capability, vitality). This episode covers the two pillars of the Muscle Revolution: Progressive Overload and Protein. We’ll discuss the "Grocery Store Test" for functional longevity, why lifting weights won't make women "bulky," and how muscle serves as the ultimate armor for your bones. Learn why muscle is your best defense against heart disease and how "Skinny Fat" (TOFI) can be just as metabolically dangerous as clinical obesity. It’s time to stop shrinking your body and start growing your potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • Why Your Social Circle is a Stronger Health Predictor Than Your Diet

    Why Your Social Circle is a Stronger Health Predictor Than Your Diet
    Jan 30 2026
    Forget the kale smoothies and the bench press for a moment there’s a "silent engine" driving your health that you might be neglecting. In this episode of Healthwise, Kartik (aka Ilahi) dives into the science of Social Fitness and how our relationships directly impact our physical biology. We try to figure out why chronic loneliness can be as damaging as smoking 15 cigarettes a day and how to avoid "biological weathering". From building your own "Modern Moai" to the "Seven-Minute Rule" for busy schedules, learn how to treat your social life like a workout for ultimate longevity. Don't just eat well, connect well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • Are Your Lungs Still Weak After COVID? Doctor Explains Tests, Masks & Breathlessness

    Are Your Lungs Still Weak After COVID? Doctor Explains Tests, Masks & Breathlessness
    Dec 19 2025
    In this episode of Healthwise, Dr Neeraj Gupta invites Dr Manish Sharma, Head of Pulmonology at SNC Ghaziabad, to address common concerns regarding lung health post-COVID. They discuss the significance of understanding lung function, performance tests, the impact of air pollution, the role of masks, and ways to combat snoring and breathlessness effectively. Dr Sharma emphasises the importance of regular pulmonary function tests, especially for those residing in high-pollution areas, and clarifies misconceptions about ventilators. Tune in for practical tips and expert advice on maintaining optimal lung health, understanding the nuances of post-COVID recovery, and the importance of timely intervention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
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