168. Don’t Believe Everything You Hear: How to Interpret Health Information Online

168. Don’t Believe Everything You Hear: How to Interpret Health Information Online In this episode, I talk about why so much health information online sounds confident, compelling—and often overwhelming—and how to think more clearly about what you’re hearing. We explore why extreme health claims are so persuasive, how algorithms reward confidence over nuance, and why popularity doesn’t equal accuracy. I walk through a practical framework I use to evaluate health claims—looking at anecdotes, mechanisms, population data, and long-term clinical outcomes—and why speed of weight loss is not the same as sustainable health. I also share the red flags I personally watch for in health content, and how I use podcasts and social media as tools for curiosity rather than instructions. This is a pragmatic conversation about taking what resonates, leaving the rest, and remembering that no single approach works for everyone. If you’ve ever felt confused, behind, or anxious after consuming health content online, this episode is for you. WORK WITH ME O​​ntario-Wide Virtual Obesity Management Clinic Join my Weight Loss Coaching Program for women, Best Weight Recover Strong for Binge Eating Taking the first step toward weight loss can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone. I’ve created a curated list of my podcast episodes to gently guide you as you begin your journey. FOLLOW SASHA Instagram

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168. Don’t Believe Everything You Hear: How to Interpret Health Information Online is an episode from High on Life by Sasha High.

This episode is 20:54 long.

This episode was published on Jan 28, 2026.

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