The Health Curve

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 an...

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...

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 c...

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 go...

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...

 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. 

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 immerse...

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,...

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...

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., over 100,000 people die from drug overdoses each year, with opioids accounting for nearly 75% of those deaths . Synthetic opioids like fentanyl have fueled a dramati...

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 often you can expect new episodes (every two weeks), and how to get in touch with topic asks and suggestions (info@thehealthcurvepodcast.com) . Plus, I remind you where to subscribe so...

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 .  Each year, 1 million women in the U.S. enter menopause, and by age 55, 80% have gone through it. Symptoms are common and can be disruptive to life at work and at home. Examples include hot fla...

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 population by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) , inequities persist. LGBTQ patients often experience discrimination in a clinical setting, leading many to avoid seeking care alto...

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in women globally. It is responsible for 1 in 3 female deaths , or 1 female death every minute . But, no one talks about it. We delve into what makes heart disease in women unique , why it is underdiagnosed and undertreated , and what we can all do to help improve heart health in women . Joining us is Ritu Thamman, MD , a Cardiologist and Associate Pr...

In our first episode, we explore the rapidly growing field of Longevity Medicine —a proactive approach to health that goes beyond the traditional 'sick care' system. Longevity Medicine focuses on extending both healthspan (living in good health for longer) and lifespan (living longer), while emphasizing disease prevention . We break down the different components of longevity medicine, se...

Introduction to the podcast, who this is for, and what we're aiming to cover.