Health & Longevity

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl features Part 1 of a two-part series on the topic of Medicinal Herbs and Herbal Supplements. Dr. Westerdahl discusses traditional and popular medicinal herbs that can contribute to your health and longevity. He discusses the science and research pertaining to important plant-based medicines. Dr. Westerdahl is the author of the booklet, 'Medicinal Herbs - A Vital Reference Guide.'

Today Dr. John Westerdahl's special guest is his daughter Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Jasmine Westerdahl. Jasmine recently graduated with her Master of Science (M.S.) Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Loma Linda University (LLU). In celebration of this special achievement, today's program features the portion of the graduation ceremony when Jasmine receives her degree and a special recognition from LLU President Dr. Richard Hart as he presents her with the LLU President's Award for being the 2021 outstanding graduate in the LLU School of Allied Health Professions. This program features two previous interviews with Jasmine Westerdahl, on a popular plant-based nutrition blog hosted by dietitian Sharon Palmer, and on a previous Health & Longevity radio program, as she discusses Vegan Diets for Teenagers. Today there is a growing number of teenagers following vegan diets. The health benefits and dietary issues associated with vegan nutrition are discussed.

Today on the Best of Health and Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl features Dr. Andrew Weil, and Dr. Paul Lachance in their discussion on Integrative Medicine and its role in health and wellness. Dr. Weil talks about the benefits of a healthy plant-based diet. Dr. Lachance discusses research on nutraceuticals and phytochemicals. He shares the advances in the study of natural compounds found in plant foods and how they impact our health and longevity.

Dr. John Westerdahl's guest today is investigative journalist, athlete, and vegan cookbook author, Ellen Jaffe Jones. Ellen discusses her book, EAT VEGAN ON _4 A DAY. She dispels the myth that nutritious foods are the most expensive, by showing how to trim food bills while maximizing nutrition.

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl features Part 2 of a two-part series with Caldwell Esselstyn, Jr., M.D. on the topic of Preventing and Reversing Heart Disease. Dr. Esselstyn is a leading physician utilizing a whole food, plant-based diet for reversing heart disease and is a former Olympic rowing champion. Dr. Westerdahl interviews Dr. Esselstyn and shares Part 1 of a lecture Dr. Esselstyn presented to an audience in Hawaii. Dr. Esselstyn is author of the book, 'Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease.'

Today on the Best of Health & Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl features Part 1 of a two-part series with Caldwell Esselstyn, Jr., M.D. on the topic of Preventing and Reversing Heart Disease. Dr. Esselstyn is a leading physician utilizing a whole food, plant-based diet for reversing heart disease and is a former Olympic rowing champion. Dr. Westerdahl interviews Dr. Esselstyn and shares Part 1 of a lecture Dr. Esselstyn presented to an audience in Hawaii. Dr. Esselstyn is author of the book, 'Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease.'

On today's Best Of Health & Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl's special guest is Neal Barnard, M.D.. Dr. Barnard is the Founder and President of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. He discusses the power foods for the brain; how certain foods can protect your brain, optimize its function, and even reduce your risk for Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Barnard will talk about his 3-step plan to protect your mind and strengthen your memory. He is the author or Power Foods For The Brain - An Effective 3-Step Plan to Protect Your Mind and Strengthen Your Memory.

On this week's episode, Dr. Skip MacCarty, D.Min. discusses how stress can affect a person's health and longevity. He tells about the "power components" for managing stress to enjoy a happier and healthier life.

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl's special guest is Pulitzer Prize winner and former New York Times investigative reporter, Michael Moss. Mr. Moss is author of his latest book, Hooked: Food, Free Will, and How the Food Giants Exploit Our Addictions. His previous book, Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us, received national attention to the health problems and food addictions associated with the consumption unhealthy processed foods which earned him a Pulitzer Prize. Dr. Westerdahl and Michael Moss discuss how the processed food industry exploits our instincts, the emotions we associate with food, and legal loopholes in their pursuit of profit over public health. Today's program is Part 2 and the final interview segment of a two-part interview on Health & Longevity with Michael Moss.

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl's special guest is Pulitzer Prize winner and former New York Times investigative reporter, Michael Moss. Mr. Moss is author of his latest book, Hooked: Food, Free Will, and How the Food Giants Exploit Our Addictions. His previous book, Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us, received national attention to the health problems and food addictions associated with the consumption unhealthy processed foods which earned him a Pulitzer Prize. Dr. Westerdahl and Michael Moss discuss how the processed food industry exploits our instincts, the emotions we associate with food, and legal loopholes in their pursuit of profit over public health. Today's program is Part 1 of a two-part interview on Health & Longevity with Michael Moss. Part 2 of the interview will be broadcast next week.