Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn

We are back to natural health this week at Heart Doc VIP. Dr. Kahn presents a case study and talks about the ways he treats early heart disease. One of the standard recommendations used is aged garlic. Why? The data is reviewed and the benefits are discussed from the scientific literature. Eat garlic but consider taking aged and black garlic supplements. Thanks to memoryhealth.com for sponsoring the weekly podcast.

This week, Dr.Kahn returns to interview style by inviting an inspirational doctor, Akil Taher, MD. He was a burned-out physician until age 61 when an open heart bypass surgery inspired him to change and, oh how he changed!

An impossible goal. 10 hot topics in 25 minutes. Can he do it? Dr. Kahn kicks off Nutrition Month with information to use from beans to beef. This episode is brought to you by memoryhealth.com. Use the code Kahn at checkout for 10% off.

A lot of people are asking about uric acid a byproduct of metabolism that causes the "disease of kings" or gout. I check a uric acid blood test on all patients. Why? Find out this week as we review the fascinating data about the relationship between uric acid, gout, and heart disease.

Many guests at the Kahn Center have low energy and a thorough evaluation of root causes is pursued. One approach is to discuss and boost levels of NAD+, an important regulator of energy that drops with age. This week Dr. Kahn discusses how nuchido.com and TIME are approaching this topic. A discount using code "Drjkahn10" at checkout is available.

The consensus that an elevated LDL-cholesterol from lifestyle and genetics causes clogged arteries due to atherosclerosis is worldwide and strong. However, the cholesterol denialists show up now and then with new theories but no new research. This week, Dr. Kahn addresses a new book and headlines positing that blood clots are the cause, not LDL cholesterol. He reviews how this is an old and inaccurate theory that can cause harm to many. He suggests plantpositive.com as a resource.

Plant sterols. A group of chemicals like sitosterol that lower cholesterol. You can eat foods with them or take them as a supplement. Is there safety? Concerns? Dr. Kahn dives deep on this topic from his Sunlighten Sauna! A hot topic on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Winter brings headlines every year about cold weather, snow shoveling, and safety. In the past few weeks, additional topics of the safety of exercising (Peloton episodes on TV) and sexual intercourse. Can you do one? Or all 3? Dr. Kahn discusses the way you can confidently do all 3 activities. Thanks to memoryhealth.com using discount code Kahn at checkout.

Do you know what NEAT is? Do you sit a lot? This week, Dr. Kahn explains NEAT and the power of natural movement outside the gym room. Marching in place is one path you can start today. Enjoy 10% off memoryhealth.com using code Kahn

You can do it! You can have a healthier 2022. How do you know? This week Dr. Kahn provides inspiring stories of lifestyle change and health. These examples can help you reach the same results. And we welcome a new sponsor memoryhealth.com. Use the code "Kahn" at checkout for 10% off your first order.

Food is medicine but the science behind it continues to change, grow, and mature. This week, Dr. Kahn goes deep on a new study on olive oil and health. Further data on red pepper chili flakes and longevity is discussed. Last but not least, top foods from the Blue Zones are reviewed on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Happy New Year from those of us at the Kahn Center! This week, Dr. Kahn discusses stress and the heart including brand new research. In patients with stable heart disease, mental stress triggered by a public speech predicted poor heart health over the next 5 years. Strategies to manage stress are discussed in this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Two different topics make up Heart Doc VIP this week but they share the theme of community. First, Dr. Kahn discusses exciting new research on TMAO, bacterial communities, and heart health. Prior Peacasts focused on TMAO but the new data is amazing. Then we turn to the power of human communities. The Roseto Effect is timely as we welcome in 2022. Happy New Year from the Kahn Center family.

Although we all hoped we would be done with the Pandemic, we enter 2022 still dealing with it. Dr. Kahn describes what was new inpatient care throughout the last year. Thank you for your support. Subscribe. Leave a 5-star review. Enjoy your time with your family without fear.

This week, Dr. Kahn dives into some biochemistry of acid and base and how hard the body works to maintain a normal blood "pH" of around 7.4. The power of most alkalinizing plant foods is reviewed and the work of Russell Jaffe, MD, Ph.D. is referenced.

One human clinical and one lab study evaluated nutrition in cancer patients (FMD) and in anti-aging in mice. Dr. Kahn reviews these 2 new studies and discusses their importance. You can find Prolon, the FMD, at https://shop.drjoelkahn.com/prolon.html

As many as 1 in 4 of us inherit a high cholesterol particle called Lipoprotein(a). Less common but also risky is a high LDL cholesterol or FH. This week, Dr. Kahn reviews the 3 gene problems that cause FH. He discusses when and how to do genetic testing. Finally, current and future testing are discussed. FH matters!

You hear the terms. Myocarditis. Pericarditis. How about myopericarditis? This week, Dr. Kahn discusses what these heart diseases are. The data for these conditions in 2021 and beyond are discussed. Happy Thanksgiving!

There are many lessons learned and to be learned about optimal health in the last 20 months. Scientific studies have shown that oral and nasal health is a barrier to infection. This week, Dr. Kahn reviews the science of saline, povidone-iodine (Betadine), and hydrogen peroxide irrigation. This episode is brought to you by safepickles.com. Use the discount code Kahn2021 for 20% off at checkout.

Do you know the science of Maca, a Peruvian root vegetable used for many health settings? This week, Dr. Kahn discusses the use of specific strains of Maca for men vs. women and the scientific benefits research studies demonstrate from this safe adaptogenic herb. Nature over prescriptions! Check out Maca (Symphony Natural Health) at https://kahnlongevitycenter.gethealthy.store/

Aspirin for all? For some? This week, Dr. Kahn discusses news headlines that date back to 2018 and how they have confused and even endangered many people. Aspirin is a proven therapy for those with a high coronary artery calcium score and many other heart patients. Find out more on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Can one seed have a dozen health benefits? Yes, if it is the black cumin seed known as Nigella Sativa. Dr. Kahn discusses the exciting data about adding these seeds to your diet, including some antiviral data to know on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

One of the most controversial food groups is soy (tofu, tempeh, edamame, natto). Dr. Kahn discusses why adding soyfoods in place of animal foods is supported by heart, brain, and cancer research around the world. Soy is a joy on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

So much new and exciting info about artery health and CT imaging. Big studies with big information. Dr. Kahn provides the latest science you can use to live your healthiest heart life on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Amongst plant-based doctors, the "no oil" recommendation has been loud and influential. New data from large randomized studies in heart patients are challenging the convention. In over 1,000 heart patients the CORDIOPREV demonstrated benefit from olive oil enriched meals over 5-7 years. Dr. Kahn presents the new studies to consider on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Do you know your blood cholesterol? Your brain cholesterol? Are they related (no)? Can you lower your cholesterol with natural therapies? This week Dr. Kahn discusses how natural products can lower cholesterol and how they work in this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio. Thanks to safepickles.com using discount code Kahn2021 at checkout.

Your DNA blueprint is what makes you unique. It is a combination of your parent's genetics at conception and some variations called SNPs. It is now possible to measure hundreds of thousands of these at a low cost. Dr. Kahn recently completed the Aperion ZOH genomic testing and report generation. He shares his report created by Karey Spear, genetic counselor, as an example of what you might learn on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

A medical journal presented a case of unexpected heart artery calcium in a 45-year-old. Dr. Kahn discusses the vignette and how the Kahn Center approach would be much more comprehensive and natural in approach. The long-term risk assessment is the key. Learn more on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Can an inherited gene raise your risk of Alzheimer's Disease and heart disease? And what can you do about it? This week, Dr. Kahn discusses ApoE, what it is, how it functions, and what you can do to keep your brain and heart strong and healthy.

As we continue to deal with a high rate of SARS-CoV2 infection, immunity is the goal. This week, Dr. Kahn discusses natural vs vaccine immunity. New data from Israel comparing the protection rates are presented. Important comments by a Pfizer board member and wording from the American Red Cross are shared on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

The ideal goal is to have no plaque in your arteries. However, if you had to choose, do you want hard or soft plaque? Dr. Kahn discusses a new research study indicating the advantage of hard plaque and the role of statin medication on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Lignans are a group of chemicals in plant foods but are not often discussed. Dr. Kahn discusses a new large study showing less heart disease with more lignan-rich diets. The winners are flax seeds and sesame seeds, followed by kale and berries. Other seeds like chia and hemp are also the focus of this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio. This episode is sponsored by safepickles.com. Use the discount code Kahn2021 at checkout for a special discount.

This week Dr. Kahn presents a Kahn Center patient. The role of genetics in heart disease is discussed in terms of brand new science. Then he moves to review both Vitamin K2 (good) and heavy metal toxins (bad) and what they mean to you. This episode is sponsored by safepickles.com. Use the discount code Kahn2021 at checkout for a special discount.

Welcome to Heart Doc VIP. This week Dr. Kahn visits #kahnchronicle at drjoelkahn.com while at the standing desk of the Kahn Center (with the Therasage ionizer flowing clean air). He reviews a new series of studies on plant vs meat diets and meat choices are bloodied by the science. Eat plants, lots of plants, colorful plants, is the message.

It's never too late to adopt a healthy lifestyle but starting young is best. This week, Dr. Kahn discusses the CARDIA studies examine health at age 18-30 with follow-up now over 30 years. He describes how to protect your heart and kidneys based on CARDIA data you can incorporate starting today.

At the Kahn Center for CardiacLongevity, we offer a broad panel of lab work to personalize and measure health. For most patients and physicians, these labs are novel and sometimes intimidating. This week, Dr. Kahn reviews some of the top labs he uses to get measurements on the health and prognosis of patients. He indicates why these are unique and why they alter therapy so frequently. This episode is once again brought to you by safepickles.com. Use the discount code KAHN2021 at checkout for a special discount.

You feel good and have no known heart disease. What are the chances you are still suffering silent artery damage? This week Dr. Kahn dives into new data from the PESA study and surprises with some recommendations on how to stay young inside. He also discusses the 1.8 billion people of South Asian origin and their high risk of heart disease on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio. This episode is sponsored by safepickles.com. Use the discount code KAHN2021 at checkout.

Spices are dried plants that can have important health properties. This week, kicking off year 5 of the podcast, Dr. Kahn discusses his top spices choices and the science behind them. Dr. Kahn recommends recently purchased and organic choices. This episode is sponsored by safepickles.com. Use the discount code KAHN2021 at checkout.

Biomarkers are lab tests that give information predicting health and survival. This week Dr. Kahn explains 3 new studies you can use to optimize your health to stay vibrant and live longer. Happy Year 5 of Heart Doc VIP and thanks to safepickles.com using discount code KAHN2021.

One of the most common, and feared, classes of medications is the statin cholesterol drug group. Do they age the brain? Should you stop them? This week Dr. Kahn discusses new studies you should know about. He talks about rosuvastatin and CoQ10 and results. This episode is sponsored by safepickles.com with discount code KAHN2021.

Nothing has captured the attention of the world more than the viral pandemic, now in year 2. One of the clearest voices for examining how we got here and what to do moving forward has been my friend, preventive cardiologist, and public health expert Peter McCullough, MD. He has been widely interviewed by media and hosts his own podcast, the McCullough Report. Please check out aapsonline.org and flccc.net for more detailed protocols discussed this week.

This week Dr. Kahn discusses new data on an important topic: alcohol and the heart. New data on patients with intermittent atrial fibrillation advise caution. Yet, the USDA and other research studies do not find uniform harm and many find associated benefits. Thanks to empoweradio.com and safepickles.com with a 20% off code Kahn2021 for the tastiest and purest of pickles.

You know when you have angina. Pressure. Tightness. Squeezing discomfort on exertion or cold. But what if no blockages are found? This week Dr. Kahn turns to diseases of small heart arteries. MVA and MINOCA are two important terms to know. He discusses why small arteries matter on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Happy Memorial Day! This week Dr. Kahn picks hot new research articles he posts to #KahnChronicle at drjoelkahn.com. Learn about garlic and sex, new blood pressure guidelines, and more timely topics on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

The COVIID-19 pandemic has been the number one priority for over a year now. Many have died. Missing from the conversation has been COVIID-19 survivors. Are they protected? This includes Dr. Kahn, who discusses the new science and a new test: T-Detect, being used at his heart clinic on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

New research and guidelines indicate the benefits of lowering sodium in our diet (salt is 40% sodium). This week Dr. Kahn reviews this new data and gives examples you can use in your home to succeed on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Do you feel better outside, barefoot, in the grass? You might be grounded to the Earth, also called Earthing. Scientific reports indicate potential advantages for sleep, pain, mood, inflammation, blood pressure, and blood clotting. If nothing else, get your feet on the grass this summer. Happy Mother's Day from Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

A long believer in "food as medicine," Dr. Kahn reveals 4 foods he adds to his diet daily and why. New science supports these 4 foods. You may up your health by adding on these healthy choices. Learn more on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Understanding inflammation is understanding health. This week Dr. Kahn discusses a new study linking low inflammation to super longevity. Tips on how to measure and control inflammation with food, sleep, oral health, fitness, and supplements on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Such a simple question but a challenge to answer. This week Dr. Kahn addresses a common question at the Kahn Center, How Am I Doing? This question is often wrapped in fear and anxiety about the future. A checklist for assessing your health as a heart patient is the focus of this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.