Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn
358 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 412 ratingsJoin Dr. Joel Kahn, the internationally recognized heart doctor, as he brings his unique blend of Eastern and Western medicine to Heart Doc VIP, the podcast that empowers you to take charge of your health. With a focus on the wellness of mind, body, and spirit, Dr. Kahn delves into the latest research and interviews leading experts in the health and wellness space, including Health Heroes who share their inspiring journeys to wellness.
Each episode of Heart Doc VIP provides listeners with practical advice and tools to help them live their best lives. Dr. Kahn doesn't shy away from controversial topics and is not afraid to take on the giants and expose lies, follies, and confusion in the health industry. With his extensive knowledge and experience, he guides listeners through the maze of conflicting information to help them make informed decisions about their health.
So if you're ready to feel better, look better, and live better, join Dr. Joel Kahn on Heart Doc VIP, the podcast that's changing the way we think about health and wellness.
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Simple Fitness Tests For Survival
July 01, 2022 17:30 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBHappy July 4th weekend. Happy 6th Year of Heart Doc VIP! Can you judge your fitness and even your survival at home? This week, Dr. Kahn kicks off year 6 talking about the predictive power of pushups, squats, handgrip strength, treadmill time, and a one-leg stand for over 10 seconds. You will want to try all of these carefully at home and at work. This podcast is from the treadmill desk of the Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity. Welcome our sponsor xtend-life.com and their amazing...
Extreme Diets for Extreme Diseases
June 24, 2022 17:30 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBWould you drastically change your diet and sleep cycle if you had a serious disorder like ulcerative colitis or lupus to see if you could heal your illness naturally? It is a trade-off of extreme diets for extreme diseases versus extreme treatments. This week, Dr. Kahn features two examples of extreme but successful diet programs, one for autoimmune diseases like SLE (lupus) and one specifically for Crohn's and Colitis. The authors of the two books featured do offer consultation ...
Vitamin K2 is Helpful and HDL-C is Harmful? New Insights
June 17, 2022 17:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBIt is said that 50% of what is taught in medical school is wrong, but no one knows which 50%! For 50 years it has been taught that a low HDL cholesterol is a danger while a high HDL-C is protective. This week, Dr. Kahn discussed new data that completely changes that simple formula and turns it on its head. Before that, Dr. Kahn discussed how vitamin K plays a role in certain proteins, including Matrix Gla Protein, to prevent calcification of arteries and valves. A study using hig...
50+ Heart Tips For Preventive Health!
June 10, 2022 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBCan you strive for over 50 heart tips in 25 minutes? You can if you are a listener to this "peacast"! This week, Dr. Kahn reviews ten classes of risk factors for the #1 killer in the world, heart disease, and shares up to 10 points of education on each class. That is a lot of information to consider. A healthy lifestyle is the best defense against premature aging and illness. The dozens of tips discussed this week provide a helpful outline of the main activities to accomplish for...
Brain Fuel: Cognitive Supplements With Scientific Studies
June 03, 2022 17:30 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB"My memory is an issue, is there anything I can do?" This is a common question at the Kahn Center and a thorough evaluation with extensive labs and imaging studies follows. The MIND diet, the fasting-mimicking diet, weight management, and regular exercise are recommended. This week, Dr. Kahn reviews several supplements that have randomized clinical trials varying in duration from 8 weeks to 2 years suggesting they can help too. The support of memoryhealth.com is appreciated as t...
Long-Haulers: New Approaches
May 27, 2022 17:30 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBLong-haulers used to refer to truckers on a long drive but now it is one of the terms used to describe a prolonged period of illness after a Covid-19 infection or a Covid-19 vaccine. Post-acute sequelae of Covid (PASC) is another term used in the medical literature. As a referral center, Dr. Kahn has been asked to consult on several patients suspected to have this syndrome. What is it? How is it diagnosed? What are the resources to use? Is there any therapy? Beyond the potential...
The Importance of Liver-Heart-Body Connections
May 20, 2022 17:30 - 26 minutes - 24 MBWhile the Kahn Center is a cardiac clinic, Dr. Kahn deals with issues throughout the body as many conditions produce a network of diseases. One example is the very common condition called NAFLD (non-alcoholic fatty liver disease or NASH). A new term is MAFLD for metabolic associated FLD to stress the whole-body connection. This week the focus is on detecting NAFLD, searching for heart disease risk in those with it, and reversing it with data and supplements. Weight loss and...
Heart Disease in the Young: Start Early on Health
May 13, 2022 17:30 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBThe most common form of heart disease is atherosclerosis. This is a slow clogging and aging of arteries throughout the body that can start even in childhood. The earlier a healthy lifestyle program is started, the more effective it will be. This week, Dr. Kahn reviews 3 new studies on aspects of heart health in those under 50 years of age. Even as young as 18. The message is clear: start young and stay on track. Another topic addressed is the release of the CORDIOPREV nutrition s...
Word Salad: Carotenoids and Polyphenols
May 06, 2022 17:30 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBIf you want a mouthful of nutrition, eat a salad and learn about carotenoids and polyphenols. The terms are technical but they help understand why brightly colored plant-based foods, some whole and some raw, are the key to optimal nutrition. Dr. Kahn discusses the carotenoids in Memory Health, and also another one with heart support called astaxanthin. He then moves to the classes of polyphenols found in chocolate, teas, apples, and onions like quercetin. You will be smarter and health...
Love Chocolate, Not Dirty Air
April 28, 2022 17:30 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBThis week, Dr. Kahn of the Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity discusses a massive study on using chemicals (flavanols) found in cocoa as a heart preventive therapy. The results were just published, and the findings are discussed. Since most everyone loves chocolate, this is an important topic. He then turns to new data on the tight link between air pollution as an immediate trigger of heart attacks. What to do? Consider a home air filter of high quality. You can search for some of Dr. K...
Peyronie’s Disease: The Curveball That Strikes Men
April 22, 2022 17:30 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBPeyronie's Disease (PD) is an unusual and common acquired disorder in men where the penis develops a curvature from scar tissue. If the curve is great enough, pain and sexual issues will develop. Patients come to the Kahn Center for consultation on erectile dysfunction and PD is evaluated. Low-intensity shockwave therapy (LIST) is available for use at home for PD supported by scientific studies. Often urology consultations are also obtained. Thanks to memoryhealth.com for supporting t...
Cardiac Longevity: Living to 100
April 15, 2022 17:30 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBDr. Kahn delivered a 2-hour talk on longevity and Healthspan with an emphasis on youthful hearts and arteries. This week, he condenses it to under 25 minutes for this week's episode. From food to fitness, from vitamins to gene therapy. Enjoy and share this one. Thanks to memoryhealth.com, sponsoring this month again.
A Buffet of New Articles: Fill Your Plate
April 08, 2022 17:30 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MBThe science of lifestyle medicine is fast-paced as conventional groups realize pills and surgery fail many. This week Dr. Kahn goes through the stack of new information on his desk from current studies. Learn with him! Thanks to our sponsor memoryhealth.com. Use code KAHN at checkout to save 10%.
My Sleep Journey: Now I Try EMA
April 01, 2022 17:30 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBSleep may be the most important health habit to master, or at least a close second to whole food nutrition. This week, Dr. Kahn shares tips for better sleep from his own sleep journey. Sleep hygiene, sleep mask, supplements, and mouth taping are discussed. After a home sleep study (WatchPAT One) that showed no sleep apnea, Dr. Kahn is trying an EMA appliance. If you want a home sleep study call 248-731-7412. If you want to check out Dr. Kahn's online store, it is at kahnlongevi...
Garlic for the Heart: A Tasty Treatment
March 25, 2022 17:30 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBWe 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.
Open Heart: Wisdom of Akil Taher, MD
March 18, 2022 17:30 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBThis 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!
Ten Hot New Articles: March Nutrition Month
March 11, 2022 18:30 - 25 minutes - 23 MBAn 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.
Uric Acid and Gout: A Heart Issue?
March 04, 2022 18:30 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBA 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.
NAD+: What is it? How to boost it?
February 25, 2022 18:30 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBMany 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.
Cholesterol Deniers: New Theory, Same Confusion
February 18, 2022 18:30 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBThe 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 for Cholesterol: Food or Pills?
February 11, 2022 06:30 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBPlant 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.
How Safe is Sex, Snow Shoveling, and Exercise?
February 04, 2022 18:30 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBWinter 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.
March in Place: A NEAT Trick
January 28, 2022 18:30 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBDo 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
Stories of Huge Success 2022
January 21, 2022 18:30 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBYou 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.
Nutrition for Longevity 2022: Hot Tips
January 14, 2022 18:30 - 24 minutes - 23.4 MBFood 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.
Stressing Less In 2022
January 07, 2022 18:30 - 22 minutes - 22.3 MBHappy 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.
Power of Community: Microbes and Humans (TMAO)
December 31, 2021 18:30 - 23 minutes - 22.3 MBTwo 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.
Kahn Center 2021: New Therapies
December 24, 2021 18:30 - 24 minutes - 23.3 MBAlthough 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.
The Alkaline Way: Eating for pH Balance
December 17, 2021 18:30 - 25 minutes - 24.6 MBThis 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.
Nutrition Wins in Anti-Aging
December 10, 2021 18:30 - 24 minutes - 23.7 MBOne 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
Familial Hypercholesterolemia: An Overview
December 03, 2021 18:30 - 25 minutes - 24.4 MBAs 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!
Understanding Myocarditis in 2021
November 26, 2021 18:30 - 21 minutes - 20.7 MBYou 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!
Simple Steps to Defeat Colds and Viruses
November 19, 2021 18:30 - 20 minutes - 20.1 MBThere 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.
The Miracle of Maca: 13 Strains For Health
November 12, 2021 18:30 - 20 minutes - 19.7 MBDo 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/
A Pain in the Aspirin
November 05, 2021 17:30 - 24 minutes - 24.1 MBAspirin 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.
Nigella Sativa: Black Cumin Seed Magic
October 29, 2021 17:30 - 21 minutes - 21.2 MBCan 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.
Soy is a Joy
October 22, 2021 17:30 - 23 minutes - 22.6 MBOne 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.
Everything New in Heart CTs
October 15, 2021 17:30 - 24 minutes - 24.1 MBSo 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.
Olive Oil Is a Therapy
October 08, 2021 17:30 - 21 minutes - 21.1 MBAmongst 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.
Cholesterol: Natural Therapies for Blood and Brain
October 01, 2021 17:30 - 23 minutes - 22.3 MBDo 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.
Testing Your DNA Blueprint: What I Learned
September 24, 2021 17:30 - 22 minutes - 22.1 MBYour 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.
Heart Calcium CT: Kahn Center Approach
September 17, 2021 17:30 - 23 minutes - 22.5 MBA 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.
ApoE: The Brain and Heart Gene
September 10, 2021 17:30 - 23 minutes - 22.7 MBCan 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.
Natural Immunity: What and How Good is it?
September 03, 2021 17:30 - 26 minutes - 25.2 MBAs 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.
Hard Plaque vs. Soft Plaque: Know the Score
August 27, 2021 17:30 - 22 minutes - 21.4 MBThe 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: The Health Secret In Seeds
August 20, 2021 17:30 - 22 minutes - 21.4 MBLignans 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.
Are Your Genes Your Destiny?
August 13, 2021 17:30 - 24 minutes - 23.9 MBThis 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.
Meat Gets Bloodied Again
August 06, 2021 17:30 - 23 minutes - 22.7 MBWelcome 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.
Healthy at a Young Age: CARDIA Studies
July 30, 2021 17:30 - 21 minutes - 20.7 MBIt'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.
Why I Do Advanced Labs
July 23, 2021 17:30 - 23 minutes - 23 MBAt 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...