Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn

By Dr. Joel Kahn

Join 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 he... more

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Number 1: Episode 511: Vascular Disease at Age 23 (Protect Our Young)
This week, Dr. Kahn returns to one of his passion topics: educating young people about healthy lifestyles beginning in middle school and high school, if not earlier, and setting them up for a healthy future. A new study finds that the risk of heart disease and actual changes in the arteries are both common by age 23. It's a tragic reality. Other topics include dry cleaning and Parkinson's disease, amino acids and prostate cancer risk, meal timing and longevity, cooking classes and healthy diets (PlantRN), statins at age 80, exercise and the reversal of artery disease, lipoprotein(a) and heart disease, and alcohol versus healthy lifestyles in relation to the risk of sudden cardiac death. Thanks to WellBean for sponsoring this episode. Use the discount code DrKahn15 on delicious and healthy food bars made with legumes. They're my favorite snack.
August 25, 202628min
Number 2: Episode 503: Supplements to Reverse Atherosclerosis: Follow-Up to The Proof
Dr. Joel Kahn explores the latest science on supplements that may help slow or reverse atherosclerosis, building on a recent discussion from Simon Hill's The Proof podcast. He takes a closer look at the evidence behind vitamin K2, niacin, pycnogenol with centella asiatica, beta-cyclodextrin, and bergamot, explaining where the research is strongest and what it could mean for heart health. Additional topics include new research on nutrient deficiencies to watch for in vegan diets, the potential kidney risks of certain calcium channel blockers, the health benefits of onions, advanced plaque measurements from coronary CT angiography, the connection between periodontal disease and kidney disease, and how fasting-mimicking diets may improve gum health. Dr. Kahn also reviews encouraging early results from an emerging Lipoprotein(a)-lowering therapy that could reduce the need for lipoprotein apheresis. Dr. Kahn is leading a group PROLON fasting-mimicking diet beginning this Sunday, July 12, and continuing for five days. A PROLON kit is required and can be purchased at prolonlife.com/drkahn. The NextGen version is recommended. Finally, a giant thanks to this week's sponsor, Igennus. Learn more at igennus.com/drkahn.
July 07, 202630min
Number 3: Episode 504: Why Inflammation Matters for Patients with Lp(a)
This week, Dr. Joel Kahn explores important new research showing how elevated inflammation, measured by Interleukin-6 (IL-6), may dramatically increase cardiovascular risk in people with high Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a). He explains why IL-6 is emerging as an important biomarker and reviews the other inflammation tests he routinely uses at the Kahn Center, including hs-CRP, MPO, Lp-PLA2, NT-proBNP, fibrinogen, ferritin, the sedimentation rate, and the white blood cell count. Dr. Kahn also discusses Lilly's newly approved oral weight loss medication, the ABCDEF framework for cardiovascular prevention, the growing evidence linking erectile dysfunction and sleep apnea to heart disease, new research on cannabis use and coronary artery plaque, and intriguing early findings on creatine's potential role in supporting the immune system and anti-tumor activity. Finally, thanks to this week's sponsor, the Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club. Visit getfreshDrKahn.com to take advantage of their special introductory offer and experience the health benefits of fresh, polyphenol-rich olive oil.
July 14, 202632min
Number 4: Episode 510: The TG/HDL Ratio and Your Risk of Disease
This week, Dr. Kahn discusses the triglyceride-to-HDL (TG/HDL) ratio and how this simple lab measurement can help predict insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, liver disease, and heart disease. It is also a marker of visceral fat and an easy, readily available way to add valuable risk information to your health journey. Dr. Kahn also discusses how genetics can influence the TG/HDL ratio. Other topics include tomatoes for the liver, tirzepatide for the heart, lifestyle for the heart, junk food and prostate cancer, belly fat and the heart, alcohol and the heart, and the power of climbing stairs. Thanks to our sponsor, WellBean. Their delicious bean-based bars make it easy to add more plant-based nutrition to your day. Visit wellbean.life and use discount code DrKahn15 to save on your order.
August 18, 202627min
Number 5: Episode 512: How Common Is Silent Atherosclerosis? More Common Than You Think
This week, Dr. Kahn reviews several important studies presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress. The REACT trial examined how often previously undetected atherosclerosis appears in the coronary, carotid, and femoral arteries. The results are startling and reinforce the importance of the #TestNotGuess approach to cardiovascular health. Dr. Kahn also discusses encouraging research showing how plant-based diets may reduce cardiovascular disease risk. Additional topics include: NT-proBNP testing for predicting future cardiovascular disease The connection between coronary calcium scores and dementia risk Hormone replacement therapy and dementia Dietary flavanols and Parkinson's disease Blood pressure medications that may help protect the brain Blood thinners for people with lower-risk atrial fibrillation Vitamin K2 and the progression of coronary calcification This episode is sponsored by delicious and healthy WellBean. Use discount code DrKahn15 at checkout.
September 01, 202628min