Fox News contributor Joe Concha has criticized Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed for allegedly misrepresenting his medical credentials. Concha underscores the rigorous path real doctors undergo and contrasts this with El-Sayed’s claims. He argues that El-Sayed, lacking a medical license, has not saved lives and accuses him of deceiving the public. Concha advises voters to be cautious of such misrepresentations.
Before his Senate run, El-Sayed earned from promoting health products while citing his medical credentials, despite publicly rejecting such advertisements. He hosted a podcast generating a significant income through ad reads. Companies he promoted include those selling supplements and a metabolism-tracking device scrutinized by health experts.
El-Sayed once assured followers that he would avoid using his platform to sell health products. He publicly criticized Mehmet Oz in 2022, accusing him of being part of a “medical industrial complex”. Yet, El-Sayed later employed his claimed doctor status for similar promotions. In March 2025, he praised Thrive Market for providing health essentials, despite criticism of its products like “Moon Juice Brain Dust”.
Thrive Market’s supplements claim cognitive benefits. However, experts question their effectiveness. “Moon Juice Brain Dust” markets itself as a blend of herbs targeting stress. Royal jelly, another product, is referenced for its purported benefits in treating menopause or low energy, though with limited scientific support.
While promoting himself as a doctor, records reveal that El-Sayed never held a medical license or completed residency. He possesses a medical degree and a doctorate in public health. His product promotions include “Lumen”, a device claiming to measure metabolism through breath, and a skin health peptide.
Inquiries to El-Sayed’s campaign did not receive a response. Experts have raised concerns over the legitimacy of products El-Sayed promoted. A senior researcher at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center highlighted skepticism about products like “Lumen”, questioning their practical use.
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