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Doctor Next Door The Podcast

Dr. Dex Macalintal 14 Episodes Oct 25, 2026

Doctor Next Door The Podcast is a health and wellness show hosted by Dr. Dex Macalintal, a lifestyle medicine physician, TV host, and digital content creator. The podcast covers various topics related to health, wellness, and lifestyle, aiming to provide valuable insights and advice to listeners. Dr. Dex shares his expertise and personal experiences to help people lead healthier lives.

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EP 13 | DIET 101: "Keto, Carnivore, o Mediterrenean?"-Ano nga ba ang Best Diet? Oct 25, 2026 00:09:35 DIET 101: Bakit walang 'BEST DIET' para sa lahat? 🥑🥩Napapagod ka na bang magpalit-palit ng diet kada buwan pero parang walang nagbabago sa timbang mo?Baka akala mo kulang ka lang sa disiplina, pero ang totoo: wala talagang iisang diet na gagana para sa lahat! Sa halip na ipilit ang extreme restrictions, alamin kung ano ang diet na hiyang sa katawan at totoong lifestyle mo.Pag-usapan natin

EP 11 | "Puro ka kasi Cardio!” Bakit Ayaw pa rin Mawala ng Bilbil mo? Oct 18, 2026 00:08:43 Bakit ayaw pa rin mawala ng bilbil kahit puro takbo at Zumba ka na? 🏃‍♀️💦Kapag nasa 30s o 40s ka na, ang sobrang cardio nang walang strength training ay pwedeng kumain sa muscle mass mo—at maging dahilan para mas madaling mag-ipon ng visceral fat ang katawan mo! Hindi natin sinasabing masama ang cardio—pero kung fat loss at toned physique ang habol mo, kailangan nating baguhin ang diskarte!Mga kap

EP 11 | "MABAGAL BA TALAGA ANG METABOLISM MO? — THYROID, CORTISOL, AT PCOS EXPLAINED" Oct 11, 2026 00:09:54 Hindi ka tamad—baka ang katawan mo lang ay may biological speed bumps! 🛑🧠Nagdi-diet at nagpa-papakagod ka na ba sa gym pero parang ayaw pa ring gumalaw ng timbangan? Bago mo igi-guilt trip at sisihin ang sarili mo, alamin kay Doc Dex kung paano pinipigilan ng Hypothyroidism, Cortisol (Stress), at PCOS ang metabolismo mo—kasama na ang 7-Day Metabolic Reset Challenge! 🔔 DON'T FORGET TO LIKE, SHA

EP 10 | How Stress And Puyat Mess With Your Weight? Oct 4, 2026 00:11:03 "DESERVE KO 'TO KASI NAKAKAPAGOD ANG LINGGONG 'TO!" But is it reward eating... or Cortisol control? 🍔🤯Kapag puyat at stressed ka, sumisipa ang cortisol para pilitin kang mag-crave ng high-sugar at high-fat na pagkain. Sa episode na 'to, alamin ang totoong dahilan kung bakit hindi disiplina ang kulang sa 'yo—kundi tulog!👉 In this video:• Why a tired brain craves junk food•

EP 09 | The End of 'Hula-Hula' Weight Loss Sep 27, 2026 00:08:52 ANG TIMBANG MO SA WEIGHING SCALE AY MINSAN, ISANG MALAKING SINUNGALING! 🛑It doesn’t tell you if you lost fat, water, or precious muscle mass. Time to stop the "hula-hula" weight loss and rely on hard, objective data! 🩺✨Mga Kapit-bahay, sabay-sabay nating alamin ang totoong siyensya sa likod ng sustainable weight loss gamit ang Precision & Lifestyle Medicine with Doc Dex on today'

EP 08 | Metabolic Adaptation: Bakit mas Madaling Tumaba habang Nagkakaedad? Sep 13, 2026 00:09:57 Bakit hindi na gumagana ang mga lumang crash diet tricks habang nagkakaedad tayo?Akala ng marami, natural na sumpa ng pagtanda ang mabagal na metabolism. Ang totoo, dulot pala ito ng Sarcopenia (natural na pagkawala ng muscle mass) at ng sobrang pagpapasakit sa gutom! Kapag binigla ang katawan sa gutom, nagso-survival mode ito kaya lalo nitong iniipon ang fat sa tiyan.Sa bagong episode na ito ng D

EP 07 | Fitness Mindset Reset: Pang-Awra O Pampalakas ng Katawan? Sep 6, 2026 00:11:40 Nag-e-exercise ka ba para lang magkaroon ng abs o pampaliit ng tiyan—o ginagawa mo ito para pagdating mo ng age 70 o 80, malakas at functional ka pa rin?Sa episode na ito ng The DEXtrose Shot, Samahan si Dr. Dexter Macalintal na pag-usapan kung bakit time na para mag-shift mula sa short-term aesthetics tungo sa long-term longevity. Alamin kung paano gagawing totoong panlaban sa aging at sakit ang

EP 06 | How Health Coaching Changes the Weight Loss Game? Aug 30, 2026 00:35:00 Admit it or not, mga kapitbahay—gaano na kadalas mong narinig ang reseta na "dietary restriction, increase physical activity"... pero pagbalik sa follow-up, high blood sugar pa rin at punong-puno ng guilt?Medical advice is only 20% of the solution—the remaining 80% comes down to execution, behavioral systems, and accountability!In this episode of Doctor-Next-Door: The Podcast, Doc Dex Ma

EP 05 | Pagkain ng Baboy o Baka: Nagpapalala nga ba ng Gout? Aug 23, 2026 00:10:33 Bawal ba talaga ang kumain ng karne ng baboy o baka kapag may gout o mataas ang uric acid? Akala ng marami, parusa at pagpapagutom agad ang tanging solusyon!Sa episode na ito ng Doctor Next Door: The Podcast, babasagin ni Doc Dex Macalintal ang mga maling akalang ito gamit ang totoong siyensya. Alamin kung bakit hindi ang lean red meat ang numero unong kaaway ng gout mo, at kung ano ang TOTOONG mg

EP 04 | Paliligo Kapag Puyat, Pagod, o Pawisan, Masama nga ba? Aug 16, 2026 00:10:25 Mabubulag o mapapasma ka nga ba talaga kapag naligo ka nang puyat, pagod, o pawisan? 🚿👀In this episdoe of Doctor-Next-Door: The Podcast, Idi-debunk ni Dr. Dex Macalintal ang mga kwentong-barbero tungkol sa "pasma" at ipapaliwanag ang totoong medical explanation kung bakit ka nga ba nanginginig, nanlalabo ang mata, o nanamlay ang tuhod kapag pagod!’Wag ka nang matulog nang malagkit, besh—panoorin a

EP 03 | Panginginig O Pagkurap ng Mata, Senyales nga ba ng Tumor sa Utak? 🧠 Aug 9, 2026 00:06:28 99% ng eye twitching ay HINDI dahil sa brain tumor! Ang totoong dahilan? Localized muscle spasms lang ito dahil sa pagod—in short, kailangan mo lang magpahinga!All set si Doc Dex para basagin ang fake news at magbahagi ng pure, science-based facts.📲 Panoorin na ang buong episode sa YouTube at i-stream sa Spotify!#DoctorNextDoor #DocDex #HealthFacts #mentalhealth #eyehealth

EP 02 | Hala! Tumaba ka? Navigating Pinoy Weight Culture Aug 2, 2026 00:39:01 Hindi lang puro "bawas kanin" o discipline—medical condition ang obesity, hindi moral flaw! 💡In this 30-minute episode, sina Doc Dex at Obesity Specialist Dr. Jan Dipasupil naman ang magpapa-tahimik sa mga marites! Alamin ang totoong science ng GLP-1, food noise, at kung paano nga ba ang tamang weight management. Stream the full episode NOW on Spotify & YouTube! in partnership with Novo Nordis

EP 01 | Ligtas ba ang Kape sa Walang Laman ang Tiyan? ☕️😳 Jul 12, 2026 00:09:58 Safe ba sa sikmura ang mag-kape nang hindi pa nag-aalmusal? Kakampi ba natin o kaaway ang morning coffee natin? Hmmm… 🤔Huwag hulaan ang kalusugan! Makichika at matuto kasama ang ating paboritong kapitbahay, Doc Dexter Macalintal! 🩺✨#DoctorNextDoorThePodcast #HealthChika #CoffeeIsLifePH #DocDexter #PodcastPH

EPISODE 12: Health Workers Above and Beyond the Call Nov 24, 2024 00:21:50 In this season finale episode of Doctor Next Door, we pay tribute to the extraordinary sacrifices of healthcare workers in Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDA), who go above and beyond their call of duty. Their unwavering dedication in the face of challenging conditions highlight the true spirit of service and compassion in healthcare.

EPISODE 11: Navigating Life with Diabetes Nov 17, 2024 00:28:34 In this episode of Doctor's Notes, we discuss Type 2 diabetes, one of the leading causes of mortality in the Philippines. Often considered a lifestyle-related disease, diabetes can be prevented, and if caught early, it can be effectively managed. Tune in and share this episode to your friends!

EPISODE 10 (feat. Dr. Richard Mata): Why a Doctor Needs a Seat in the Senate Nov 10, 2024 01:00:40 In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Richard Mata, a pediatrician, health advocate, and content creator, who is running for a seat in the Philippine Senate in the 2025 elections. Join us as he shares his insights on the state of our healthcare system and the critical reforms it urgently needs. Tune in to this episode of Doctor's Notes!

EPISODE 9: Resilience in the Face of HIV Nov 3, 2024 00:23:40 With modern medicine, HIV is no longer a death sentence. In this episode of Doctor's Notes, we hear powerful stories from people living with HIV, including a migrant worker and single mother infected in the 90s and a child who was tragically raped and intentionally infected.

EPISODE 8 (feat. Martina Salimbangon): Unpacking Food Supplements Oct 27, 2024 00:26:55 In this episode of Doctor's Notes, we unpack the rising popularity of food supplements and debunk common misconceptions surrounding them, emphasizing the value of prevention in health and wellness. Martina Salimbangon, Director of Operations at Organique, discusses the health benefits of their products and the importance of a balanced lifestyle for optimal health.

EPISODE 7 (feat. Gretchen Ho): Finding Balance in Health and Hustle Oct 20, 2024 01:11:28 How does a journalist prioritize her well-being while managing a fast-paced career? In this episode of Doctor's Notes, we speak with news presenter and documentarist Gretchen Ho about the art of balancing life, love, and professional demands.

EPISODE 6: A Lookback of 'Doctor Next Door' Season 1 Oct 13, 2024 00:27:36 Last June, we premiered our medical documentary series "Doctor Next Door" on Cignal TV's OnePH. In this episode of Doctor's Notes, I’ll take you behind the scenes of how the show was created and share some unforgettable stories from Season 1. Don’t miss the pilot of our second season on October 26!

EPISODE 5 (feat. Dr. Shin Akiyama): Thinking of Cosmetic Surgery? Oct 6, 2024 00:28:04 Here's everything you need to know! In this episode of Doctor's Notes with Dr. Dex Macalintal, Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Shin Akiyama talks about the increasing popularity of cosmetic surgeries in the Philippines and how to achieve natural-looking results. Hit the play button!

EPISODE 4: Everything You Need to Know About Mpox Sep 29, 2024 00:24:03 Did the Mpox virus really come from a Covid-19 vaccine? Is the Mpox outbreak another looming pandemic? What are the symptoms of this infectious disease and how do we avoid contracting the virus? Be informed in this episode of Doctor's Notes!

EPISODE 3 (feat. Dr. Junjie Arapan): The Life of An ER Doctor Sep 22, 2024 00:50:57 What does it mean to be an emergency medicine physician? Dr. Junjie Arapan shares the raw realities of the ER, where life and death hang in the balance. He reveals how he maintains empathy while navigating the emotional toll of losing patients. In this episode, let's hear the challenges, triumphs, and vital lessons from the frontlines of emergency medicine.

EPISODE 2 (feat. Atty. Ran Menodza, RPh): Products of dead bugs, with good health benefits? Sep 15, 2024 00:30:45 In this episode of Doctor's Notes, we dive into the emerging science of postbiotics, which play a crucial role in gut health. Lawyer, pharmacist and entrepreneur Ranielle Mendoza unpacks how postbiotics contribute to immune function and overall well-being.

EPISODE 1 (feat. Dr. Alvin Francisco): Intern Posts Patient's Flatline Sep 8, 2024 00:43:08 An intern recently faced criticism for posting a video of a patient's flatline, sparking significant ethical concerns within the medical community. In the pilot episode of Doctor's Notes, Dr. Dex Macalintal and Dr. Alvin Francisco weigh in on this issue and more.

EPISODE 0: It's a brand new podcast! Sep 1, 2024 00:00:51 Welcome to Doctor's Notes, a weekly deep dive into the world of health and wellness, with me Dr. Dex Macalintal, your Doctor Next Door! Catch me every Sunday, 7PM and make your well-being a priority!

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