Uncover Your Eyes with Dr. Meenal

Do you believe in love at first sight? You should…or should you? In this captivating episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal—an expert in spatial awareness—delves into the intricate science behind love and attraction. Dr. Agarwal explores how our brains and eyes contribute to the phenomenon of "love at first sight," offering insights that bridge the gap between physical health, mental health, and emotional wellness. Episode Highlights:  ✅ Rapid First Impressions: Discover how swiftly our brains assess and form opinions about others, influencing our perceptions of attractiveness. ✅ The Appeal of Symmetry: Learn why symmetrical facial features and adherence to the Golden Ratio are often associated with beauty and allure. ✅ Visual Cues of Attraction: Understand the physiological responses of our eyes when we encounter someone we find attractive. ✅ Enhancing Attractiveness: Explore actionable strategies to boost your own appeal or detect red flags. ✅ True Love vs. Instant Infatuation: Examine the distinctions between genuine emotional connections and the immediate spark of attraction. Dr. Meenal Agarwal, renowned for her contributions to healthcare education and her advocacy for self-advocacy in wellness, utilizes her expertise to shed light on the complexities of human connection. Through the lens of healthcare innovations, she emphasizes the importance of understanding the interplay between our mental and physical health in the context of relationships. Whether you're navigating the dating world, seeking to deepen an existing relationship, or spotting the signs of a con artist, this episode offers valuable perspectives on the science of love and attraction. 

In this myth-busting episode of the Uncover Your Eyes Podcast, hosted by Dr. Meenal Agarwal, we delve into the critical aspects of gut health and its profound impact on mental and physical health. Joined by gut health expert Dr. Marcus Cirelli, we explore the latest healthcare innovations and evidence-based strategies to support your digestive wellness.

In this inspiring episode of Uncover Your Eyes, Dr. Meenal Agarwal explores the intersection of leadership, mental health, and employee wellness with international keynote speaker and author of Make Work Not Suck, Jennifer Barroll. Together, they dive into the critical topic of happiness in the workplace—a missing ingredient in today's high-pressure environments, especially in healthcare. With most Americans feeling disengaged or dissatisfied at work, this episode uncovers how poor leadership and burnout are impacting both physical and mental health on the job.

In this must-listen episode of Uncover Your Eyes, Dr. Meenal Agarwal sits down with leading heart health dietitian Michelle Routhenstein to talk all things cardiovascular disease prevention—and why your diet is the most powerful tool in protecting your heart health. With over 640 million people worldwide living with heart disease and 32% of global deaths linked to it, understanding how nutrition, lifestyle, and preventive care can make a difference is more important than ever. Learn how to take charge of your health, become a stronger self-advocate, and avoid common diet myths that might be sabotaging your well-being.

Ever felt like you're thriving in a crowd one day and craving solitude the next? You're not confused—you're likely an ambivert. In this energizing episode of Uncover Your Eyes, Dr. Meenal Agarwal explores what it really means to be an ambivert, especially within the high-pressure world of healthcare. Drawing from her own experiences as a doctor, educator, and human navigating burnout cycles, Dr. Meenal dives into the push-pull of being both introverted and extroverted—and how it can impact your mental health, physical health, and day-to-day life. Whether you're in the clinic, the classroom, or at home, ambiversion can affect how you communicate, recharge, and perform. You'll learn: ✅ Clear signs you're an ambivert ✅ How ambiversion shows up in healthcare professionals ✅ Practical strategies to embrace your personality type ✅ Tools to manage the crash-and-burn cycle with wellness and self-advocacy ✅ Why understanding your energy flow can fuel healthcare innovation and balance This episode is a must-listen for anyone in healthcare, education, or leadership who's navigating their identity while striving for well-being.

In this eye-opening episode of Uncover Your Eyes, Dr. Meenal Agarwal sits down with integrative pharmacist Dr. Izabella Wentz to uncover the truth about thyroid health, Hashimoto's disease, and how they impact your mental and physical health. This conversation goes beyond symptoms—it's about self-advocacy, personalized healthcare, and finding the real root causes of illness.

In this episode of Uncover Your Eyes, Dr. Meenal is joined by Samara Iqbal, The International Family Lawyer, to uncover the realities of divorce—especially in high-stress careers like healthcare.

In this episode of Uncover Your Eyes, Dr. Meenal is joined by Nathan Johnson, The South Asian Fat Loss Coach, to break down the truth about weight loss, metabolism, and the healthcare innovations reshaping fitness for our community.

Microplastics are smaller than a grain of sand but pose a massive threat to our health and environment. Found in the air we breathe, the water we drink, the clothes we wear, and even our food, these tiny particles are an invisible danger with serious consequences for both physical health and mental health. In this episode, Dr. Meenal dives into the healthcare risks associated with microplastics, uncovering:  ✅ Where microplastics come from ✅ How they infiltrate our daily lives ✅ The health risks and long-term effects of microplastics ✅ How self-advocacy and lifestyle changes can protect your wellness

Worried about cancer and wondering if your diet plays a role?

Lay's. Doritos. Cheetos. Pringles. Hershey's. Reese's. Skittles. McDonald's fries. KFC. Pizza Hut. Coke. Red Bull. Starbucks Frappuccinos. What do all these have in common? They're engineered to hit the bliss point—the perfect mix of sugar, salt, and fat that hijacks your brain's reward system, making these foods nearly impossible to resist. In this episode, Dr. Meenal unpacks the science behind food addiction, revealing: ✅ What the bliss point is and how it works ✅ How food companies design foods to keep you craving more ✅ The link between the bliss point and rising obesity, diabetes, and unhealthy eating habits ✅ How to recognize and break free from food addiction   Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Did you know financial literacy can directly impact your child's well-being? Studies show that kids who understand money management experience lower stress, better mental health, and a stronger sense of security—leading to healthier lifestyles as they grow. It only takes one person to change the generational wealth trajectory of your family. Let that person be you. In this episode, we sit down with Maya Corbic, a CPA and the founder of The Wealthy Kids Investment Club. Tune in to learn: ✔️ Why financial literacy is crucial for our children's long-term health and success ✔️ The best age to start teaching your kids about money ✔️ Whether allowances help or hurt financial habits ✔️ Common financial parenting mistakes ✔️ When and how to introduce debt and credit cards to your kids If you're a healthcare professional, parent, or anyone who wants to set up the next generation for financial success and better health, this episode is a must-listen! Follow Maya Corbic, on Instagram @Teach.Kids.Money and check out her book & The Wealthy Kids Investment Club: From Piggy Banks to Stocks: The Ultimate Guide for a Young Investor WealthyKids.Club

Why do we downplay our strengths but magnify our weaknesses? It's time to shift the narrative! In this episode, we're diving into why owning our skills, talents, and accomplishments isn't bragging—it's necessary. Hear about the flight attendant who caught Dr. Meenal's attention, why self-praise is often seen as unusual & uncomfortable, what research shows about confidence & mental health, and how Dr. Meenal shifted how she talks with her son about his strengths - and what happened next. Let's break the silence and start celebrating ourselves the way we should! Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Many of us will experience a migraine - or many migraines - in our life. If you ever have, you know it's not fun and can affect your entire day. Dr. Rani Banik is a board-certified neuro-ophthalmologist and bestselling author who focuses on the root cause of migraines and uses strategies based on nutrition, botanicals, lifestyle modification, and supplements. Join us as she uncovers the difference between migraines & regular headaches, potential triggers of migraines, what puts you at a higher likelihood of getting migraines including genetics, how to prevent migraines, and how to keep your mental health & wellbeing in check despite getting migraines. Follow Dr. Rani Banik on Instagram @Dr.RaniBanik and check out her book & supplements: Beyond Carrots: Best Foods For Eye Health A to Z Shop Ageless Eyes Supplements The Migraine Bundle Follow & Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Effective communication can change your game! Brenden Kumarasamy is the founder of MasterTalk, where he coaches ambitious entrepreneurs to become the top 1% communicators in their industry. Join him as he uncovers the importance of communication in the age of AI (Artificial Intelligence), game-changing communication exercises, how men and women communicate differently, the role of body language in healthcare, how communication styles differ across cultures, and the right way to use technology to enhance communication.  Don't miss this masterclass in communication—because the way you speak can change everything! Follow Brenden on Instagram @MasterYourTalk, Subscribe on YouTube @MasterTalks, and get free coaching at CommunicationChallenge.com Subscribe/Follow Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

50% of the world is going to become nearsighted and it's a BIG deal! Our guest, Kim Kochendorfer, is the Professional Affairs Manager for HOYA Vision Care Canada and says your myopia could be hiding bigger eye health risks. Hear the importance of controlling myopia, the TRUTH behind myopia control methods, how HOYA developed MiYOSMART lenses for kids, why myopia is on the rise across the globe, the long-term benefits of myopia management, and how myopia can affect our self-esteem, mental health, and wellbeing. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and  YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Obesity isn't just a number - it's a complex issue affecting millions. Let's change the narrative with “miracle drugs” like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound. Join Dr. Alexandra Sowa, an expert in internal and obesity medicine, Founder of SoWell, and author of The Ozempic Revolution, as she reveals the truth about obesity, why losing weight can be so challenging, how GLP-1 meds work, their benefits and side effects, and what the future of obesity care holds. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

We've all had a gut feeling something is about to happen - right or wrong, good or bad. Should we take these gut feelings seriously? In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers the science behind gut feelings and how they relate to our mental health & wellbeing. Hear how gut feelings work, the history of gut feelings, why the gut is our secondary brain, the benefits of gut feelings in quick decision-making, and the importance of maintaining gut health. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

How many of us describe how we feel as FINE? Fine is the new 4-letter word for Meh. We know we experience several different emotions every day. Why don't we take the time to understand them and improve our mental health? Dr. Shahana Alibhai is a TEDx speaker, family physician, and the Bestselling Author of “Feel Better.” Hear the role emotions play in our mental health & wellbeing, the importance of recognizing & understanding our emotions, the most common mental health issues, how we can improve anxiety & depression in our children, and Shahana's best parenting tips. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Yes, you have superpowers. I'm not talking about the ability to fly, be invisible, or read minds. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers the real superpowers we already have - those we can use to inspire others. Hear why superpowers are so desirable, the beautiful emotions that make up our real superpowers, how to inspire others & make society better with your superpowers, and how teaching our kids about their superpowers can improve their mental health & wellbeing - while reducing stress. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Do you have Tech Neck, TikTok Thumb, or Netflix Butt? Find out with our guest Dr. Claudia Machiella, Chiropractor & Host of The Wellness Prescription radio show. Most of us have become more concerned about our lifestyle, wellness, nutrition, and health in recent years. Hear why we are not designed to sit, the new dangers brought upon us by technology & social media, the impact stress has on our mental health & physical health, and the TOP wellness prescriptions she gives her patients. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Silence isn't strength - your voice is. What areas of your life are you avoiding speaking up in? In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her own journey with speaking up and not speaking up. Hear why it's important for kids & adults to speak up for their mental health & wellbeing, why you need to speak up when your name is mispronounced or you're being bullied, how speaking up can improve things in the workplace, why speaking up means being kind to others and ourselves, and how we can start a positive movement by speaking up. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Awareness is the first step towards prevention! The liver is the largest solid internal organ in our body, but we don't talk about it. Our guest, Dr. Supriya Joshi, is a Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist. Hear what the liver does for our health, how to diagnose & treat fatty liver disease aka hepatic steatosis, traits that may put you at a high risk of fatty liver disease, how healthcare professionals can better educate their patients, and our classic question, “Is sugar the culprit?” Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Here's the truth about sleep your doctor may not tell you. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers why sleep is so important & what you can do to get better sleep. Hear what a good night's sleep does for our mental health, physical health & wellbeing, what happens to our brain & bodies during REM sleep (Rapid Eye Movement), how lack of sleep can promote certain diseases, how many hours of sleep we need, and what we can do before bed to improve our sleep. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Did you know your nutrition can impact your risk of disease? Dr. Julie Poteet is a big believer of this - and has written extensively on the topic. Hear how nutrition affects our gut and our eyes, why we should talk about nutrition more as healthcare providers, how to eat the rainbow, her recommended foods that help with inflammation, and how we as parents can help our children eat healthier. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

When is enough enough? It's a question we don't ask ourselves enough. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers what caused her to ask herself this question. Hear the things that make us physically & mentally exhausted, why we always want more, why we can't just be satisfied, signs it's time to make a change based on your mental health & wellbeing, and how to find hobbies that relax you & your family. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Diabetes is on the rise, especially amongst the younger demographic. Currently, 830 million people are living with the disease. In this episode, we welcomed on a returning guest from Episode 3 so we could do a deep dive on diabetes. Anar Allidina is a Registered Dietician who specializes in helping people struggling with insulin resistance - including prediabetes and Type II diabetes. Hear what causes diabetes, how diabetes affects our physical health & mental health, how you can lower the risk of diabetes, how to make sure your kids stick to a healthy diet, and the importance of checking your blood sugars. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Are you happy with the way you look? Many of us aren't. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her own struggles with body image and shares what you can do to improve your mental health & wellbeing as it relates to your body. Hear how to approach body image as a healthcare provider, the negative effects of a distorted body image, how to focus on your inner self as you age, research on body image & obesity, and how we can celebrate diversity in terms of age & body image. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

“Everything is always so important - until you get sick. Then, you realize nothing is more important than your health.” That's a quote from our guest, Isabel Galiano, a Certified Nutrition & Health Coach specializing in cancer. As a two-time breast cancer survivor, she's transformed her journey into a mission to empower those impacted by cancer to take proactive steps toward their health and wellbeing. Hear her own experience with cancer, the stages of a cancer journey, the most common feelings & emotions with cancer patients, the importance of exercise and sleep, and how to focus on your mental health & wellbeing during a cancer journey. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

If you could give advice to your younger self, what would it be? What would you do differently? In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers all the best advice she would give to her younger self - knowing what she knows now. Hear how to be kind to yourself, take risks, pursue what interests you, not be afraid of society, speak up, and make some mistakes. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Dry eyes are easy to diagnose and treat, right? Not so fast. Dry eyes are more complex than you think and can affect one's quality of life more than serious blinding eye diseases. The words “dry eye” are googled 3.7 billion times a day as per our guest, Dr. Mahnia Madan, an Optometrist with over 15 years of experience managing dry eye patients. Hear how common dry eye disease is, what causes dry eyes, treatment recommendations for dry eye, how it affects the oil glands, and how dry eye impacts our mental health and wellbeing. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

The urgency culture is this environment where we feel like we're under a lot of pressure. Society keeps a focus on getting tasks done super fast - resulting in a high-stress environment. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her perspective on the urgency culture and reveals how to navigate it to the best of your ability. Hear how the urgency culture leads to overworking and burnout, what causes the urgency culture, personality traits where urgency culture is the most prevalent, the impact of technology on the urgency culture, and what we can do to make societal and systemic changes to improve our wellbeing and mental health. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Women's healthcare has come to the forefront. Our guest said it best, “An informed woman has power.” Dr. Amy Louis-Bayliss is an educator and advocate for women's healthy aging and is the Co-Founder of Lume Women + Health. Hear why hormones are so important in women, how hormonal changes can put you at higher risk of certain diseases, the most common signs of perimenopause, the pros and cons of hormone therapy, and why exercise is so key. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Feeling ashamed of being ourselves is instilled in us by society. But it doesn't have to be that way. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers the shame she's felt throughout her life and what we can do to not let shame get to us. Hear the many ways we feel ashamed as healthcare providers and parents, the importance of asking for help, how to handle impostor syndrome, how to navigate shame around your children and family, and why we need to recognize how shame affects our wellness and mental health. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, can cause serious eye diseases and permanent vision loss. More than 50% of parents are unaware of the eye health complications related to myopia. It is estimated by the year 2050, at least 50% of the world will be myopic. Fortunately, we can do something about it. Our guest, Dr. Kate Gifford, is the Co-Founder of Myopia Profile - the world's leading educational platform for childhood myopia management. Hear what causes myopia, how to identify and treat pre-myopia and myopia, when myopia becomes a concern, and the most effective ways to manage myopia. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

We need to take control over our blood sugar levels. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers why blood sugar is so important and the impact it has on many aspects of our lives. Hear why we as patients and healthcare providers should take our blood sugar levels more seriously, the science behind blood sugar, how blood sugar is tied to stress and mental health, the importance of sleep when it comes to blood sugar, and how often you should exercise. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

As a woman in the healthcare field, I've felt unheard and unseen on many levels. The healthcare industry has come a long way, but there's still so much room to improve. Which is why I'm so excited to welcome our guest, Dr. Ukti Vora. Ukti is a fellow optometrist and podcaster - her fantastic show is Nerdy Optometrist. She also has her MBA and is a Product Marketing Manager at Topcon Healthcare. Hear how to succeed in a field that's dominated by males, Ukti's journey coming from India to the States to get her MBA, why Ukti and Meenal got into podcasting, why technology is the present and future, and the pros and cons of telehealth and AI in healthcare. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Screen time is affecting everyone - including adults and children. It's taking over our entire lives. When is enough enough? In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her perspective on screen time, including examples from the heavy screen usage she sees with her patients. Hear the startling stats about screen time and social media usage, the effects screens have on our physical and mental health, the impact screen time has on productivity and work-life balance, the best time of the day to be screen-free and do a Digital Detox, and Dr. Meenal's recommendations for managing screen time in a healthy way. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Many of us have either had a concussion or know someone who has suffered one. But what exactly is a concussion, which healthcare professionals should you seek help from, and how can we treat them? Our guests, Dr. Patrick Quaid and Dr. Bruce Lidkea, are Optometrists with Fellowships in Neuro-Rehab. Hear the symptoms of a concussion, how concussions affect our mental health and cause depression, how concussions impact vision, how a concussion can affect your child's performance in school, and what to do if you suspect you have a concussion. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

We are the sandwich generation. And we're struggling caring for our aging parents AND growing children - not to mention work and everything else in life. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her everyday life in the sandwich generation, and how she's working to manage stress for her mental health. Hear why the sandwich generation is so stressed, how to identify your stressors, how to take care of yourself, why our children model our behavior, and how to be “squeezed” in a healthier way. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

We need to normalize educating and talking about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). It's widespread and the most common cause of infertility. It affects a woman's entire life and predisposes women to insulin resistance, obesity, and cardiovascular problems. Eventually, the stress of dealing with physical and hormonal changes can lead to mental health issues. But, why don't all healthcare providers talk about it? Our guest, Dr. Anne Hussain, is a naturopathic doctor and author of “The Period Literacy Handbook.” Hear what PCOS is, the symptoms, how you get it, how it's diagnosed, what you can control, and the best ways to track your periods. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Is kindness on its way out? Kindness is all about being generous and considerate. Lack of kindness can lead to an entitled generation - and this is happening in the healthcare industry, too. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers the startling lack of kindness we see every day - in the healthcare profession, with our kids at school, and beyond. Hear how you can demonstrate kindness to your children, why children need to see the consequences of not being kind, how we can improve the healthcare industry by being kind patients and kind healthcare professionals, why we need a kindness call to change for our wellbeing and mental health, and Dr. Meenal's run-ins with kindness (or lack of kindness) on vacation, at her daughter's school, and in the healthcare world. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Medications, vitamins, and supplements. How do you know what to take, when to take it, and how much to take? Our guest, Serina Hanlon, is a Compounding Pharmacist and Owner of The Pharmacy Lab in Toronto, which focuses on wellness. Hear how to know which supplements are the best, the benefits of key vitamins, your options if you have trouble taking pills, what Serina takes for vitamins and supplements, and how Ozempic and Metformin work. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

It's 2024. Why are women still struggling to achieve the same status, positions, and treatment as men? In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her experience achieving success, but still facing the challenges women have run into for years. Hear why women tend to be treated differently in a professional setting, the characteristics that helped Dr. Meenal achieve what she wanted, the lesson she learned from a major CEO, why you shouldn't think twice when hiring a woman, and how to find your confidence and be proud of the woman you are. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

The skin around your eyes is some of the most delicate skin in your entire body. Be careful what products you expose it to. Our guest, Dr. Diane Hilal-Campo, is an ophthalmologist in New Jersey. After spending decades treating female patients struggling with dry eye and other painful conditions caused by makeup and beauty treatments, she developed her own brand of eye-friendly formulas, twenty/twenty beauty. Hear the ingredients she didn't want in her products, why women's hygiene isn't stressed enough, why certain products can accelerate aging, and what you can do about under-eye circles. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Is it bad to take your health into your own hands? In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers why it's okay to do so - and why it's even okay to rely on Dr. Google sometimes. Hear the times we need to take our health into our own hands, what to do when there are huge lines at the doctor, what health topics are okay to google, stories from Dr. Meenal's life where she took her health into her own hands, and the importance of getting frequent check-ups with your healthcare providers. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

At some point, pain seems to take over our lives, our wellbeing, and eventually our mental health. There are so many different types of pain. Where does it all come from? Our guest, Dr. Pawan Sabharwal, is a Chiropractor in Toronto and Owner of My Chiro Mobility. He's devoted his professional career to improve the quality of life in his patients through chiropractic wellness care, proper nutrition, and exercise. Hear how back pain restricts us in our daily lives, why lower back pain is so common, how healthcare workers can alleviate their own pain, how to sleep better, and the impact of our diet on our pains. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Rejection is something we've all faced our entire lives. It happens all the time. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her own journey with rejection and how she's learning to flip it on its head. Hear why rejection can be such a motivator, why it gets so ingrained in us, how to find a positive interpretation of rejection, how to focus your energy on what makes you happy and your wellbeing, and how podcasting has become an outlet for Dr. Meenal. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

A lot of our achievements come later in life than we might expect. Why is that? Does it have to do with the sacrifices we make earlier in life? Our guest, Dr. Rana Taji, is the Owner of Toronto Medical Eye Associates. She is a lecturer, consultant, and a supervisor for student doctors. Hear why we make so many advancements in our 40s vs. 20s, the career pressure we felt from our parents, whether midlife crises still exist, how to balance all the aspects of your life, and the importance of goals. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

You never know what “invisible” mental health considerations a stranger might have. They might even be going through the same things you are. In this solo episode, Dr. Meenal uncovers her recent flight - the first flight she's taken by herself in 8 years. As you can imagine, the nerves and stress level were pretty high. But you never know who may be sitting in your row, and the connection you can make with a stranger. Let's remember to be there for each other, uplift each other, and say hi to your neighbor. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

Skin is the largest organ in our body. It protects our wellbeing. And we should protect it. Our guest, Dr. Malika Ladha, is a double board-certified and fellowship-trained dermatologist. She practices medical and aesthetic dermatology in Toronto, and has an interest in skin of colour. Hear some best practices for skin care, the importance of sunscreen, the most common skin conditions, how to lower your chance of skin damage with aging, and her personal skincare routine. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal