In this insightful episode of Reinvent Healthcare, Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo is joined by America’s heart-healthy doc, Dr. Joel Kahn, to uncover the most advanced strategies for detecting, preventing, and reversing heart disease. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, and Dr. Kahn shares his wealth of knowledge on how to identify risks early and take proactive steps to protect your heart.

Dr Kahn  has authored several best-selling books on heart health and is a regular speaker at national conferences. Dr. Kahn runs a successful clinic in Michigan, where he applies cutting-edge technology and holistic practices to help patients achieve optimal heart health. He is also the host of "Heart Doc VIP," a popular podcast focused on heart health and wellness.

Key Topics Covered:

• The alarming rise of heart disease and why it often goes undetected until it’s too late.
• How calcium CT scans and the advanced Clearly CT angiograms are revolutionizing heart disease detection.
• Why soft plaque is more dangerous than calcified plaque and how new testing methods reveal hidden risks.
• The critical role of diet in heart disease prevention and reversal and the advantages of plant-based nutrition.
• Misleading information about heart health: Debunking myths around butter, bacon, and popular fad diets.
• Dr. Kahn’s #1 rule for heart disease: Test, don’t guess—how early testing saves lives.
• Practical tips for practitioners on how to guide patients in preventing and reversing heart disease using lifestyle and testing.

Dr. Kahn also dives into the fascinating connection between gut health, inflammation, and heart disease, providing a comprehensive roadmap for heart disease prevention. Whether you’re a healthcare practitioner or someone concerned about heart health, this episode offers valuable insights and practical steps to protect your cardiovascular system.

Resources for This Episode:

• For deeper cardiovascular resources for health practitioners, including Dr. Kahn’s Talk, Get the Recordings and Handouts from SHINE 2024 Genetics, Assessments, and Nutritional Strategies for Optimal Cardiovascular Function here
• Check out other Cardiovascular podcast episodes here
• Join my Next-Level Health Practitioner Facebook group here

Dr. Joel Kahn Resources:

• Follow Dr. Joel on Instagram here
• Listen to Dr. Joel’s Podcast here
• Learn more about CIMTs here 
• Understand Calcium Scores better here