Health & Longevity

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. Westerdahl's special guest is Winston Craig, Ph.D. Plant-Based and vegan diets are becoming more popular now more than ever among people of all ages and lifestyles. However, research shows that there are key critical nutrients that can be lacking or found in suboptimal amounts in certain vegan and vegetarian diets to meet the required nutritional needs of certain individuals. The good news is that with proper meal planning, all nutritional needs can easily be met even by those following strict vegan or total vegetarian diets. Nutrients like iron, calcium, vitamin B-12, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids are critical for a healthy diet. Dr. Winston Craig discusses the benefits of a healthy vegetarian diet and these critical nutrients for human health. Dr. Craig has served as professor of nutrition for both Andrews and Loma Linda Universities. He is a former chair of the Department of Nutrition and Wellness at Andrews University. Dr. Craig has authored over 300 scientific articles for health publications, and is the editor for the landmark scientific book for health professionals, Vegetarian Nutrition and Wellness, published by CRC Press.

Today on Health & Longevity, in Honor of National Heart Month, Dr. Westerdahl's special guest interview is with New York Times bestselling author and medical journalist specializing in heart disease prevention and cholesterol reduction, Robert Kowalski. Mr. Kowalski is the author of the landmark book, The New 8-Week Cholesterol Cure. Learn how to control deadly heart disease risk factors your doctor may not know about. On this program you will learn how to achieve optimal cholesterol levels without prescription drugs. Dr. Westerdahl and Mr. Kowalski discuss how plant-food factors and substances like soy protein, soluble fiber, phytosterols, and certain nutrients can help you lower your cholesterol and reduce your risk of heart disease.

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. Westerdahl's special guests are the husband and wife neurologist team, Dean and Ayesha Sherzai, M.D.. Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai are Codirectors of the Brain Health and Alzheimer's Prevention Program at Loma Linda University Medical Center. They are the coauthors of the landmark books, The Alzheimer's Solution - A Breakthrough Program to Prevent and Reverse The Symptoms of Cognitive Decline at Every Age and The 30-Day Alzheimer's Solution - The Definitive Food and Lifestyle Guide to Preventing Cognitive Decline. The Drs. Sherzai discuss their comprehensive lifestyle program and plan for preventing Alzheimer's disease and improving cognitive function.

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. Westerdahl's special guests are the husband and wife neurologist team, Dean and Ayesha Sherzai, M.D.. Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai are Codirectors of the Brain Health and Alzheimer's Prevention Program at Loma Linda University Medical Center. They are the coauthors of the landmark books, The Alzheimer's Solution - A Breakthrough Program to Prevent and Reverse The Symptoms of Cognitive Decline at Every Age and The 30-Day Alzheimer's Solution - The Definitive Food and Lifestyle Guide to Preventing Cognitive Decline. The Drs. Sherzai discuss their comprehensive lifestyle program and plan for preventing Alzheimer's disease and improving cognitive function.

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. Westerdahl's special guests are the husband and wife team, Bruce and Mindy Mylrea as they discuss two very personal men's health issues - Prostate Cancer and Erectile Dysfunction. Prostate Cancer is a growing and leading cause of death among men in the United States. Erectile Dysfunction is another growing serious health issue facing men, often interfering with the quality of men's marital life. Bruce Mylrea discusses his experience as a prostate cancer patient and how a plant-based diet can be beneficial in the prevention and treatment of the disease. He and his wife, Mindy, discuss how plant-based eating is a proven path to vascular and sexual health. The Mylrea's have both written books regarding these two important men's health concerns. WARNING: Due to the nature of the topics discussed on this program, parental discretion is advised and recommended in regards to children listening to this show as parts of the male anatomy will be discussed.

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. Westerdahl's special guest interview is with Steve Wohlberg, expert on sprouts and growing sprouts. Those unique young, small growths of plants called sprouts can play an important part in a healthy diet. What are sprouts? How do you grow them yourself? What role can they play in diet and nutrition to promote health and longevity? Those questions and more will be answered on this program. An ordained minister and healthy living advocate, Steve Wohlberg is the author of the book, Sprout Power, and instructor in his popular online course, Sprouting with Steve.

Today's radio program is dedicated to the memory of Gerald G. Jampolsky, M.D. who passed away December 29, 2020. Dr. Jampolsky, a friend and colleague of Dr. Westerdahl's, was a recipient of the American Medical Association Foundation's highest honor, "The AMA Excellence in Medicine - Pride in the Profession Award" for his invaluable contribution of Attitudinal Healing to the field of emotional and mental health. Dr. Westerdahl replays an interview he did with Dr. Jampolsky and his wife Diane Cirincione-Jampolsky, Ph.D. about the role forgiveness plays in health and healing of the mind, body, and spiritually. Dr. Westerdahl and Dr. Jampolsky worked together in founding the first Attitudinal Healing Center located in a medical center, which was located at Adventist Health Castle Medical Center in Hawaii.

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl features guest, Marshall Reddick, Ph.D., successful businessman, motivational and health lecturer and health author. Dr. Reddick discusses how to live a life that will keep you young. He is also the author of several health books including, 'Live Forever Young!: A Book About Happiness, Success, Life Extension, Wealth and the Good Life, The All Natural Way of Looking Good, Feeling Great, Staying Healthy and Experiencing the Good Life Well Beyond 100'.

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl features guest, Mario Ferruzzi, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Departments of Food Science and Foods and Nutrition at Purdue University. Dr. Mario Ferruzzi is a leading scientific expert on Concord Grapes. He is a member of the Welch's Health & Nutrition Advisory Panel. This program features a discussion and reports on the health and nutritional benefits of Concord Grape Juice. Concord Grape Juice is rich in natural antioxidants and is recognized as one of the healthiest beverages you can drink for health and longevity.

Today on Health & Longevity, Dr. John Westerdahl features guest Elizabeth Turner, Editor-In-Chief of 'Vegetarian Times Magazine'. Elizabeth Turner discusses the growing interest in vegetarian diets, recipes and plant foods. She discusses the health benefits of a healthy vegetarian diet. The program features information about 'Vegetarian Times Magazine' and the resources it offers to consumers seeking to learn more about vegetarianism, vegetarian cooking and the vegetarian lifestyle.