Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn – Détails, épisodes et analyse

This week on Heart Doc VIP, Dr. Joel Kahn reviews the latest advances in treating aortic and mitral valve disease. While prevention remains the cornerstone of heart health, not all valve conditions can be avoided — and many require medical or surgical intervention beyond lifestyle changes. Dr. Kahn brings you up to date on the newest valve therapies and what they mean for patients.

Short topics this week include semaglutide's effects on the heart, the connection between gum disease and brain health, the media's role in shaping medical news, the healthiest antidote to sitting, stem cells for heart repair, the value of calcium scoring, and how fruits and vegetables can improve sleep. 

Dr. Kahn also invites listeners to explore catchbio.com — the first cancer screening and prevention risk app. Use code DRKAHN to save 25% on the annual subscription. And don't miss out on high-quality EVOO from getfreshdrkahn.com — just $1 for shipping!

In this bonus episode, Dr. Kahn sits down with Dr. William Hsu, Chief Medical Officer at L-Nutra (Prolon) and former Harvard Medical School faculty member, for a fascinating look at how fasting can help put Type 2 diabetes into remission.

Dr. Hsu explains why muscle mass is crucial for managing diabetes — it's where glucose gets absorbed — and how the Fasting Mimicking Diet (just five days a month for six or more months) can lead to incredible results. The program not only supports blood sugar control but also helps preserve muscle and target belly fat, which is exactly what you want from healthy weight loss.

Check out the programs mentioned in the episode: 

🔗 Prolon — prolonlife.com/drkahn

🔗 L-Nutra Health Metabolic Programs

This week, Dr. Joel Kahn dives into surprising results from recent medical research. The most eye-opening? Women recovering from a heart attack with relatively preserved heart function were found to have higher mortality risk when discharged on beta-blockers — a finding that challenges 40 years of clinical practice. Dr. Kahn urges listeners to discuss these results with their own healthcare teams.

Other unexpected studies are highlighted too, including new insights on taurine, spermidine, meal timing, ketogenic diets, aspirin therapy, and even sugar substitutes. 

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June kicks off with important health lessons brought to you by Joel Kahn, MD. How about the relationship between higher testosterone levels in men and a lower risk of type 2 diabetes? A healthier CIMT ultrasound also predicts a lower risk of diabetes, as performed at the Kahn Center. Sauna bathing and better mental health is an interesting research report.

The main topic is data that women live longer if they adhere to the Mediterranean Diet. Another paper on the main topic reports that obese type 2 diabetics have less kidney damage with the MED diet enriched with olive oil. Finally, Dr. Kahn discusses the version of this diet taught by Valter Longo, Ph.D., called the Longevity Diet. There is a wealth of important information this week.

Dr. Kahn hopes everyone celebrated Memorial Day by remembering those who served and fell defending our right to be free, and he salutes their sacrifice.

This week, Dr. Kahn dishes out bite-sized health tips on the surprising benefits of potatoes and lentils. Plus, he's got the scoop on two sizzling new studies about extra-virgin olive oil that you won't want to miss.

But the main course? A deep dive into the murky waters of Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil. Is high-dose fish oil a miracle elixir or a risky gamble? Dr. Kahn breaks down the latest research, revealing the complex reality behind these popular supplements and what they mean for different groups of people.

Tune in for a jam-packed episode that's as enlightening as it is engaging!

This week Dr. Kahn was overloaded with important new science and discussed the risks of early menopause in women and the dangers of low testosterone levels in men. A concerning report on a rise in early colorectal cancer under age 45 is discussed. Two headline studies on the weight loss drug Wegovy (semiglutide) improving weight long term and improving heart failure measurements are hopeful. A massive "umbrella review" reported lower heart and cancer risks with plant-based diets.

The main topic is about the implications of the coronary artery calcium score (CACS), in this case in healthy people over age 75. The CACS may be the best test of "biological age" available as the new study reports.

In this episode of Heart Doc VIP, Dr. Joel Kahn reflects on a heartfelt Mother's Day and dives into a smorgasbord of health-focused topics. From the ins and outs of hormone replacement therapy and the mighty power of CoQ10, to understanding apoB and the benefits of edamame and hemp seeds for managing blood pressure. We'll also sprinkle some truth about dietary salt and explore the risks linked to Alzheimer's disease.

But that's just the appetizer! Our main course serves up an in-depth look at intensive cardiac rehabilitation programs designed by pioneers like Pritikin and Ornish. Beyond the treadmill, these programs integrate mind-body practices and plant-based nutrition. Could these comprehensive approaches be the secret sauce to lasting heart health? Tune in to discover how these intensive regimens could not just add years to your life, but life to your years.

And don't forget to check out www.thrivemarket.com, as recommended by Dr. Kahn, to further enrich your journey toward optimal health.

Join Dr. Kahn as he dives into the world of cardiovascular health and nutrition with the legendary Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn from the Cleveland Clinic. At 90, Dr. Esselstyn is not only defying age but also continuing to inspire countless people with his work. Tune in to hear this insightful conversation filled with respect and admiration for a true pioneer in medicine.

In this episode, Dr. Kahn kicks off with some motivating insights from recent research showing that climbing stairs can lower death rates. He then explores two new studies highlighting the benefits of creatine and roasted green tea (hojicha) for brain performance. Find creatine here: Dr. Joel Kahn's Creatine Capsules.

Dr. Kahn also delves into the roles of growth hormone (GH) and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) in health and disease, focusing on Laron Syndrome. This rare condition involves life-long low levels of IGF-1, leading to shorter stature but also lower rates of diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. He discusses how the Prolon Fasting Mimicking Diet and the new L-Protein can help regulate IGF-1 for better health. Check them out here: Prolon FMD by Dr. Kahn.

This week, Dr. Kahn explores a variety of "mini-topics," including the presence of microplastics in fish, the link between heart disease and cancer, the ineffectiveness of the ketogenic diet for cardiovascular disease, and the lifetime risk and consequences of atrial fibrillation.

Dr. Kahn also embraces the theme of "fighting heart disease like cancer" by presenting case studies from two recent patients at the Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity, showcasing the center's approach to aggressive treatment that mirrors cancer care norms.