In this episode, we discuss how to prepare for a colonoscopy and things you can do to make it as easy as possible- both for you and your physician. We discuss different types of bowel preps, what you should and should not eat/drink before and after the procedure, and common mistakes to avoid. Abbass shares lots of pearls from his practice. Highly recommended to listen to this before you or your family member has a colonoscopy! 

In this episode we highlight very common digestive conditions called Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and functional bowel disorders. We go over the different conditions, how they are diagnosed, and treatment options.

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Functional Bowel Disorders Overview

Epidemiology of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders in Japan and in the World - PMC

In this episode, we cover several new technologies that are available to measure and track various aspects of our health. We cover biologic age clocks, early cancer detection, continuous glucose monitoring, and new imaging tools. We also discuss telemedicine to help improve access to the healthcare system. 

Some of these tools are available for individuals to order from home. This is a growing trend, that in our opinion, is only going to increase. 

Here are a few companies that offer this testing. These non-promotional links are provided for informational purposes only. We do not endorse or advertise for any of these companies. 

Biologic Age Clocks

Insidetracker

Viome

Early cancer detection using ctDNA

Grail

Continuous glucose monitoring

Levels

Check out Rob's Substack Newsletter- Exponential Healthspan.  I cover the convergence of lifestyle medicine and new tech to measure, track and improve your health. 

In this episode, we do a deep dive into an organ that doesn't get much attention-- Until there is a major problem. We cover the anatomy and function and the pancreas, then delve into pancreas diseases, including pancreatic cancer. 

In this episode we do a deep dive into a cancer that does not get very much publicity- Stomach cancer, formally know as Gastric cancer. We discuss the incidence and risk factors for this disease and what you can do to prevent it. Let us know your comments and drop us a review! 

In this episode, we present an overview of some of the most popular diets. We discuss the Mediterranean diet in detail.  Can a diet slow aging? Listen to find out! 

Graphical description of the Mediterranean Diet

Higher diet quality relates to decelerated epigenetic aging

In this episode we delve into the metabolic syndrome. Abbass starts the discussion with the definition and history of this condition. Rob then covers the risk factors associated with the metabolic syndrome. We discuss the diseases associated with metabolic syndrome and ways to prevent it using Lifestyle Medicine. 

A good graphic depicting risk factors and diseases associated with the metabolic syndrome

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In this episode, we discuss esophageal cancer. We start out by reviewing the risk factors for this disease, how it is diagnosed and treated. We then go over how to prevent this disease. Hint: Lifestyle Medicine!  

In this episode, we delve into the often under-appreciated world of Fiber. Fiber is way more complicated that you may think - have a listen and let us know what you think! 

In this episode, we delve in the emerging science of the microbiome and discuss probiotic supplements. We review the history of our understanding of the microbiome, why the microbiome is important, and diseases associated with dysbiosis. 

Excellent review of the history of probiotics 

Fiber Fueled - great book about fiber and probiotics

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