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…
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…
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.
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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.
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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…
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…
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.…
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.
