Maximal Being with Doc Mok

Let’s discuss the importance of gut health and functional medicine. Know the impact of legislative changes on medical treatments and the need for credentialed professionals. In this episode, Doc Mok and Jacky P also debunk some medical myths in Sham or Gram.

Topics
- Legislative Impact on Medical Treatments
- The Science Behind Blending vs. Eating Fruit
- The Risks and Benefits of Comfrey
- Protecting Your Thyroid for Optimal Weight Management

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer. Joining him is the podcast’s layman, Jacky P, smashing the broscience on this week’s podcast.

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Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maximal-being-with-doc-mok/id1523337393
Jacky P’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackyp_cfp/

In this week’s Maximal Being podcast, Doc Mok and Jacky P discuss the use of wearable devices for predicting inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) flares, highlighting a study by Dr. Hurtin that used heart rate variability to predict flares in 309 patients across 36 states. They also touch on the impact of government decisions on medical research, particularly the removal of equity and diversity considerations from research grants, and the challenges faced by patients enrolled in clinical trials due to funding pauses.

Topics
- Wearable Devices for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Challenges and Limitations in Medical Research and Funding
- Impact of Government Decisions on Medical Research and Patient Care
- Clinical Trials and the Role of Health Insurance

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer. Joining him is the podcast’s layman, Jacky P, smashing the broscience on this week’s podcast.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaffer-mok-a75110347/ 
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedocmok.bsky.social
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7KVUF8U-gfhOE1KSNAqIg
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maximal-being-with-doc-mok/id1523337393
Jacky P’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackyp_cfp/

In this week’s Gut Check, Doc Mok discusses the impact of the U.S. pulling out of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the halt of clinical guidelines and grant reviews by the CDC and NIH. He also criticizes political interference in healthcare, citing an abortion rights bill and the high infant mortality rate in the U.S. compared to other countries.

Topics 
- Pulling Out of the WHO and Its Implications
- Impact of Halting Clinical Guidelines
- Abortion Rights Bill and Healthcare Provider Autonomy

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaffer-mok-a75110347/ 
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedocmok.bsky.social
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7KVUF8U-gfhOE1KSNAqIg
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maximal-being-with-doc-mok/id1523337393
Jacky P’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackyp_cfp/

In this episode of the Gut Check, Doc Mok discusses the importance of vaccinations, particularly polio and measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccines. He highlights the historical impact of vaccines in reducing infectious diseases, such as polio, and refutes claims linking vaccines to autism, citing multiple studies that found no increased risk. Doc Mok also addresses the conflicts of interest of anti-vaccination advocates and emphasizes the importance of evidence-based medicine.

Topics
- Importance of Vaccinations and Personal Connection
- Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) Vaccination and Autism Concerns
- Scientific Evidence and Conflicts of Interest

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaffer-mok-a75110347/ 
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedocmok.bsky.social
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7KVUF8U-gfhOE1KSNAqIg
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maximal-being-with-doc-mok/id1523337393
Jacky P’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackyp_cfp/

In this podcast Doc Mok discusses the team’s decision to drop social media profiles due to censorship and bias, he also shares his perspective on medical misinformation and vaccinations, and provides a critical analysis of the views expressed by figures like RFK Jr., Mark Hyman, and Joe Rogan. Doc Mok emphasizes the importance of evidence-based medicine and challenges the spread of pseudoscience, particularly around the use of ivermectin for COVID-19 and cancer. He encourages listeners to think critically, consult healthcare professionals, and rely on reputable scientific sources.

Topics
- Update on Podcast and Social Media
- Medical Misinformation and Vaccinations
- Ivermectin and Cancer Misinformation

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaffer-mok-a75110347/ 
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedocmok.bsky.social
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7KVUF8U-gfhOE1KSNAqIg
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maximal-being-with-doc-mok/id1523337393
Jacky P’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackyp_cfp/

Jacky P and Doc Mok discuss the importance of gut health and the microbiome with guest Micah Lee, an advocate for African American and Gen Z health. They explore how cultural and dietary differences impact the microbiome and highlight the mistrust in the medical system among African Americans, influenced by historical events like the Tuskegee experiments. Micah shares her personal story of losing her mother to colorectal cancer, emphasizing the need for proactive health measures and the role of family in health education. Doc Mok and Micah discuss the higher risk of colon cancer in African American men and the importance of early screening. They also touch on the challenges of healthcare disparities and the need for better patient-provider communication to build trust.

Topics
- Gen Z and Medical System Skepticism
- Impact of Junk Food and Plastics on Health
- Generational Differences and Future Outlook
- Sham or Gram: Chicken, Banana, Westernized Diet

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer. Joining him is the podcast’s layman, Jacky P, smashing the broscience on this week’s podcast.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference

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Socials
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaffer-mok-a75110347/ 
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedocmok.bsky.social
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7KVUF8U-gfhOE1KSNAqIg
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maximal-being-with-doc-mok/id1523337393
Jacky P’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackyp_cfp/

Jacky P and Doc Mok discuss the importance of gut health and the microbiome with guest Micah Lee, an advocate for African American and Gen Z health. They explore how cultural and dietary differences impact the microbiome and highlight the mistrust in the medical system among African Americans, influenced by historical events like the Tuskegee experiments. Micah shares her personal story of losing her mother to colorectal cancer, emphasizing the need for proactive health measures and the role of family in health education. Doc Mok and Micah discuss the higher risk of colon cancer in African American men and the importance of early screening. They also touch on the challenges of healthcare disparities and the need for better patient-provider communication to build trust.

Topics
- Microbiome and Health Disparities
- Building Trust in the Healthcare System
- Healthcare Disparities and Personal Experiences
- Advocating for Early Screening and Health Awareness

Doc Mok an advanced GI doctor specializing in nutrition, gut health, and cancer. Joining him is the podcast’s layman, Jacky P, smashing the broscience on this week’s podcast.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaffer-mok-a75110347/ 
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedocmok.bsky.social
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7KVUF8U-gfhOE1KSNAqIg
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maximal-being-with-doc-mok/id1523337393
Jacky P’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackyp_cfp/

In this episode of the Maximal Being podcast, Jacky P discusses sickle cell disease with Dr. Scott Peslak and Kyle Smith. Dr. Scott explains that sickle cell is a genetic disorder affecting hemoglobin, leading to stiff red blood cells that can block blood flow and cause pain, organ damage, and other complications. Kyle, a sickle cell warrior, emphasizes the importance of understanding one's sickle cell status and the need for better care models beyond emergency rooms. They highlight the role of infusion centers and the need for more sickle cell experts. Dr. Scott also discusses the potential of new therapies and the importance of national registries for better understanding and care of sickle cell patients.

Topics
- Sickle Cell Disease and Its Impact on Daily Life
- Challenges in the Corporate World and Personal Experiences
- Current and Emerging Treatments for Sickle Cell Disease
- The Importance of Continuous Learning and Advocacy

This week’s guests are Dr. Scott Peslak, a physician scientist at the University of Pennsylvania, who caters to sickle cell and thalassemia patients. Kyle Smith, a nonprofit professional who owns Crescent Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals with sickle cell disease in the Philadelphia area.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference

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https://www.crescentfoundationscd.org/

Socials
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaffer-mok-a75110347/ 
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedocmok.bsky.social
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7KVUF8U-gfhOE1KSNAqIg
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maximal-being-with-doc-mok/id1523337393
Jacky P’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackyp_cfp/

In this episode of the Maximal Being podcast, Jacky P discusses sickle cell disease with Dr. Scott Peslak and Kyle Smith. Dr. Scott explains that sickle cell is a genetic disorder affecting hemoglobin, leading to stiff red blood cells that can block blood flow and cause pain, organ damage, and other complications. Kyle, a sickle cell warrior, emphasizes the importance of understanding one's sickle cell status and the need for better care models beyond emergency rooms. They highlight the role of infusion centers and the need for more sickle cell experts. Dr. Scott also discusses the potential of new therapies and the importance of national registries for better understanding and care of sickle cell patients.

Topics
- Sickle Cell Definitions
- Personal Experiences and Challenges with Sickle Cell
- Care and Support for Sickle Cell Patients
- Future Directions and Research in Sickle Cell

This week’s guests are Dr. Scott Peslak, a physician scientist at the University of Pennsylvania, who caters to sickle cell and thalassemia patients. Kyle Smith, a nonprofit professional who owns Crescent Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals with sickle cell disease in the Philadelphia area.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference

Reach out to us at [email protected]
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5 FREE Gut Health Hacks (that your doctor won't tell you)
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*Plus we will send you an extra surprise*

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Socials
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaffer-mok-a75110347/ 
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedocmok.bsky.social
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7KVUF8U-gfhOE1KSNAqIg
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maximal-being-with-doc-mok/id1523337393
Jacky P’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackyp_cfp/

Doc Mok discusses advancements in colon cancer screening, emphasizing the importance of early detection. He highlights a study from the New England Journal of Medicine on blood-based tests and a 20-year cohort study by Charlotte Skriver.

Topics
- Blood-Based Tests for Colon Cancer Screening
- Stool-Based DNA Tests and Colonoscopy
- Aspirin and Cancer Risk

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Socials
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaffer-mok-a75110347/ 
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedocmok.bsky.social
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7KVUF8U-gfhOE1KSNAqIg
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maximal-being-with-doc-mok/id1523337393
Jacky P’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackyp_cfp/