In this Episode of The Power of Genetics podcast, Dr. Yael Joffe interviews Dr. David Katz, who shares his background in the arts and sciences and how it influenced his approach to health promotion and communication. They discuss using metaphors to convey complex ideas and the importance of clinical epidemiology. Katz talks about his commitment to lifestyle medicine after learning that the primary causes of premature death were tobacco use, poor diet, and lack of physical activity. 

Katz emphasizes the importance of user experience in health-focused products and discusses founding DietID, a dietary assessment tool using gamification and imagery to improve engagement. He advises those passionate about better health and a better planet to look for what hides in plain sight, take stock of what's broken, and apply their skills and passions to make a difference, increasing the chance of being part of the solution. 

• The influence of art and science on health promotion and communication.