Listen "Why People Trust TikTok Over Doctors: A Doctor’s Take (and What to Do Instead) Ep (10)"
Episode Synopsis
Ever been caught between a doctor in a white coat and an influencer selling detox teas?In this brutally honest episode, we sit down with Dr. Claudia Mendonça to unpack one of the most pressing questions in modern wellness: Who should you really trust with your health?From the over-glamorised world of online wellness to the rigid limitations of conventional medicine, Claudia breaks down the tension between experience and influence, credentials and charisma, and why it’s no longer as black and white as it used to be.No fear-mongering. No gatekeeping. Just a clear-eyed look at what’s real, what’s helpful, and how to take back control of your own health decisions.We discuss:Why “influencer” isn’t a dirty word and why some doctors are losing the public’s trustThe dangerous consequences of misinformation and cherry-picked scienceWhen to listen to your gut vs. your algorithmDr. Claudia’s personal take: how she balances professional knowledge with open-minded curiosityThe surprising role of AI (yes, even ChatGPT) in the future of personalized healthWhy you’ll want to listen:If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by wellness content online, unsure whether to believe the latest TikTok trend or stick with your GP, this episode is for you. We cut through the noise to help you think critically, stay curious, and make informed health decisions.Key Themes:Doctors vs. Influencers: the credibility gapHealth misinformation in the age of algorithmsBuilding trust in an over-saturated wellness marketBalancing traditional medicine with modern tools and transparencyEmpowering patients to be decision-makers, not just followersStandout moments:🎙️ “The moment we stop questioning, even doctors, we lose progress.”🎙️ Why Claudia still uses ChatGPT as a doctor (and where the limits are)🎙️ The red flags to watch for in both influencers and medical professionalsKeywords:health advice, wellness influencers, medical trust, misinformation, social media trends, doctor vs influencer, AI health tools, digital wellness, medical credibility, Antioxi Talks podcastFollow us:🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@antioxi.supplements📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/antioxi.supplements/?hl=en🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@antioxi.supplements🌐 Website: https://antioxi-supplements.com/Brought to you by Antioxi, Europe’s trusted mushroom supplement brand—fueling honest conversations and functional wellness, one truth bomb at a time.
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