Dr. Akil Taher, a former couch potato turned advocate for a whole food plant-based lifestyle, shares his inspiring journey after heart bypass surgery at 62. He reflects on overcoming health challenges, depression, and the importance of mental well-being. With stories of marathon running and climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, he emphasizes that age is no barrier to an active life. Dr. Taher also discusses cooking, community support, and how vulnerability can foster personal growth, reminding us it’s never too late to start a journey towards health and happiness.
