Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn

NCD is non-communicable diseases like heart attacks, diabetes type 2, Alzheimer's, cancer and such. They are the number 1 cause of death and disability. They are also very sensitive to lifestyle choices we make. Can we be FREE of NCDs and celebrate our independence from medication, surgeries, pain and suffering? Yes we can and this week we learn how on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radi...

Dr. Kahn gets asked so often by patients if they are "trapped" by a family history of disease, heart, cancer, dementia and such. New data this week is the topic and the majority of the risk of diseases like diabetes type 2 and others are in OUR control, not genetic control. The word is lifestyle medicine. Food choices, exercise choices, sleep patterns, stress management, social support, smoking or...

Managing stress is very important for quality of life and optimal health. This week we discuss 3 strategies of meditation with most of the focus on the Kirtan Kriya Meditation or KKM. This technique is so simple to learn and more can be found at  alzheimersprevention.org . Try it, practice it, teach and share it with others. In a sauna or not.

Once known as Dr. Lard, a prominent researcher Ronald Krauss, MD has been publishing data for several years that support eliminating meat, eggs, and dairy and replacing them with plant sources of food. Quite a turn around in Dr. Kahn's view. The studies are reviewed here including the recent white meat vs. red meat vs. plant food study in the news on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

There is some "good" news that is out but it is shocking for sure. The third leading cause of death overall in the USA is medical errors made in hospitals during treatment. Estimates from 200,000 to 400,000 deaths a year occur due to mistakes. Even more shocking is that the number of people seriously harmed that do not die may be 10-20 times higher! A brand new report suggests that number may have...

Is Diary Healthy? Dr. Kahn has a bias. Dr. Kahn thinks the data for consuming a whole food plant diet, organic if possible, is the optimal diet for the human population, the planet, and the rights of animals. What does he do when data is published suggested that his framework may not be accurate? This week a report suggested inadequate dairy may contribute to a significant number of cases of color...

This week Heart Doc VIP goes deep into Dr. Kahn's #1 passion, preventing heart attacks and fatal heart tragedies. We had one in Detroit this month and one is way too much when the plan and the data is clear: Test Not Guess. Listen and share this discussion of the data on heart imaging and labs and what happens when statins are added in to the mix.

The headlines were astounding. A couple in California were awarded a $2 billion award from Monsanto/Bayer. Why? Is there that strong a link between RoundUp, the major product made by Monsanto, and cancer and other forms of ill health. This week we dive deep into the terms GMO, non-GMO, and organic. What do they mean and how do you protect yourself.

Last weekend Dr. Kahn was in Austin, Texas to visit his food truck ( ATX Food Co. on Barton Springs Road) and to participate on a panel at the largest conference on the Paleo Diet. Why? This was not "his crowd" and he knows that certain members in the auditorium were not happy he was included. The discussion with other health care providers was animated but also revealing as to the difficulty gett...

Once upon a time, eating fish may have been healthy. In 2019, we live in a world where industrial pollutants in the water, air and in our food is a real health issue. A new study this week indicates an association between eating fish, persistent organic pollutant exposure, and early death. What can we do? What can we learn? How can we avoid and deal with this issue? Plants remain the best choice.

The smash hit medical book of 2017 was The Plant Paradox by Dr. Steven R. Gundry. Dr. Kahn took exception with the content and references and wrote an article critical of the book that went viral. He also debated Dr. Gundry on The Doctors Show and won outright. However, the book was on the NY Times Bestseller list for over 30 weeks and he made a fortune from dishonesty. Now he has a new book. Take...

Maybe you enjoy time in a sauna but did you know that there was a large body of medical data indicating it may be extending your life? Lowering your blood pressure? Reducing inflammation? Strengthening your heart? And preventing pneumonia? Indeed, the health benefits of sauna have been studied and are huge. This is the hottest way to add life to your years and years to your life.

A new term has been introduced: exercise snacks. Don't reach for the almonds, go walk for 5 minutes or climb 2 flights of stairs. A bite sized fitness snack. Dr. Kahn reviews his health habits and many take under 10 minutes, little health snacks. What do you do?

The number one question someone is asked that eats only plant foods is "Where do you get your protein"? The answer to this question has been addressed by many but how about carotenoids, omega-3, isoflavones, and fatty acids? A new study is described that provides support for the health of a plant diet as practiced in a community setting. Also, a discussion of how nutrition is assessed by lab testi...

A recent turmoil has erupted because some young "vegan" YouTube stars have been seen eating fish and other animal foods. Can anyone persist on plants alone? Dr. Kahn has for 42 years and he is not quitting! Some of the benefits are discussed and some option to make your diet easier and more successful.

The new ACC/AHA guidelines made headlines worldwide for 1 of 10 recommendations: Less use of 81mg aspirin. But what of the other 9 topics? This week Dr. Kahn reviews all 10 topics and why a lifelong effort to avoid heart disease is the key step. You will learn about diet, fitness, not smoking and other goals on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

When the opportunity to interview one of the leaders in integrative and holistic medicine came up, Dr. Jaffe, Dr. Kahn packed his recorder and met in Philadelphia at a meeting they both were speaking at. Dr. Jaffe is a hero from his training at the NIH, to his research, to his establishing one of the best labs ( www.elisaACT.com ) and supplement companies ( www.perque.com ) worldwide. They talk ab...

Learning a few words of a foreign language can make a huge difference meeting new people or when traveling. Speaking a few words of medical, particularly heart medical, can make a big difference in your health. This week we dive into angina, edema, congestive heart failure, dyspnea and other important terms. The better you learn the language, the safer you will be on medical visits on this edition...

It may not be fair to have to deal with both cancer and heart issues but it is common. Indeed, there is now a specialty called cardio-oncology that focuses on the best heart and cancer outcome. This is due in part to the frequency of heart disease and also some of the toxicity of cancer agents and treatments. The role of the heart doctor in cancer care is growing and discussed on this edition of H...

Do you need fitness equipment that costs thousands of dollars? It is nice if you have all of that but new data says the old fashioned push up can be one of the best ways to assess your health and perhaps one of the best exercises. This week we look at new data on fitness, pushups, exercising, and long and healthy lives. You will benefit from refocusing in 2019 on pushing your fitness up and up on...

Heart Month is about red hearts and valentines but it is also about getting real with the risks of heart disease. No-one knows that more than Victoria Dupuy after her 46 year old husband Dean died suddenly without warning of heart issues. She set up a charitable foundation to teach others to get checked early, before tragic events happen. Now, major medical groups are embracing that message. Be yo...

Food chemistry is fascinating and practical. One of the most exciting examples is both the biochemistry of how garlic can be healthy and an actual therapy of some very important conditions. On this edition of Heart Doc VIP we discuss scientific studies showing aged garlic, a preparation that concentrates the antioxidant power of garlic, for heart, arthritis, and even gum disease. Dr. Kahn's advice...

2019 is proving early on to be providing important guidelines and advice on eating for optimal health and an optimal planet. This week the risks of fried food and the benefits of whole foods are discussed. The key new topic is the 2019 Food Guidelines from Canada just released and providing a very balance view of how to feed your family to avoid chronic disease like diabetes, obesity, heart diseas...

How do you pick a diet for yourself? Your family? Your business? Dr. Kahn is required to advise his patients on health based on the strongest evidence to prevent and reverse disease. It has to be a recommendation that promotes healthspan and possibly lifespan. This week, 8 Pillars of Support for a Plant Diet are presented. No other dietary pattern exists with the same support. Listen for more on t...

The PESA study in Madrid is publishing some of the most interesting findings on how common silent artery disease is, who has it, how to detect it and what causes it. On this edition of Heart Doc VIP Dr. Kahn dives into the PESA data with a look at studies in 2015, 2017 and just this week. The new data confirms the importance of striving for 7-8 hours of sleep each night. It is a heart preventive h...