Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn
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 health. With a focus on the wellness of mind, body, and spirit, Dr. Kahn delves into the latest research and interviews leading experts in the health and wellness space, including Health Heroes who share their inspiring journeys to wellness.
Each episode of Heart Doc VIP provides listeners with practical advice and tools to help them live their best lives. Dr. Kahn doesn't shy away from controversial topics and is not afraid to take on the giants and expose lies, follies, and confusion in the health industry. With his extensive knowledge and experience, he guides listeners through the maze of conflicting information to help them make informed decisions about their health.
So if you're ready to feel better, look better, and live better, join Dr. Joel Kahn on Heart Doc VIP, the podcast that's changing the way we think about health and wellness.
Each episode of Heart Doc VIP provides listeners with practical advice and tools to help them live their best lives. Dr. Kahn doesn't shy away from controversial topics and is not afraid to take on the giants and expose lies, follies, and confusion in the health industry. With his extensive knowledge and experience, he guides listeners through the maze of conflicting information to help them make informed decisions about their health.
So if you're ready to feel better, look better, and live better, join Dr. Joel Kahn on Heart Doc VIP, the podcast that's changing the way we think about health and wellness.
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Apr 19, 2019 • 23min
The Hottest Therapy for Health: Sauna
Maybe you enjoy time in a sauna but did you know that there was a large body of medical data indicating it may be extending your life? Lowering your blood pressure? Reducing inflammation? Strengthening your heart? And preventing pneumonia? Indeed, the health benefits of sauna have been studied and are huge. This is the hottest way to add life to your years and years to your life.
Apr 12, 2019 • 23min
Daily Health Snacks!
A new term has been introduced: exercise snacks. Don’t reach for the almonds, go walk for 5 minutes or climb 2 flights of stairs. A bite sized fitness snack. Dr. Kahn reviews his health habits and many take under 10 minutes, little health snacks. What do you do?
Apr 5, 2019 • 22min
Can a Whole-Foods, Plant-Based Diet Provide Nutrition?
The number one question someone is asked that eats only plant foods is "Where do you get your protein"? The answer to this question has been addressed by many but how about carotenoids, omega-3, isoflavones, and fatty acids? A new study is described that provides support for the health of a plant diet as practiced in a community setting. Also, a discussion of how nutrition is assessed by lab testing at the Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity is reviewed.
Apr 1, 2019 • 23min
I Am Still Vegan
A recent turmoil has erupted because some young “vegan” YouTube stars have been seen eating fish and other animal foods. Can anyone persist on plants alone? Dr. Kahn has for 42 years and he is not quitting! Some of the benefits are discussed and some option to make your diet easier and more successful.
Mar 22, 2019 • 23min
The Top 10 Prevention Tips
The new ACC/AHA guidelines made headlines worldwide for 1 of 10 recommendations: Less use of 81mg aspirin. But what of the other 9 topics? This week Dr. Kahn reviews all 10 topics and why a lifelong effort to avoid heart disease is the key step. You will learn about diet, fitness, not smoking and other goals on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.
Mar 15, 2019 • 31min
Meet Dr. Russell Jaffe
When the opportunity to interview one of the leaders in integrative and holistic medicine came up, Dr. Jaffe, Dr. Kahn packed his recorder and met in Philadelphia at a meeting they both were speaking at. Dr. Jaffe is a hero from his training at the NIH, to his research, to his establishing one of the best labs (www.elisaACT.com) and supplement companies (www.perque.com) worldwide. They talk about physical training, markers of aging, and his program for longevity. You will want to check out his website at drrusselljaffe.com.
Mar 8, 2019 • 24min
Speaking Cardiology: The Words That Matter
Learning a few words of a foreign language can make a huge difference meeting new people or when traveling. Speaking a few words of medical, particularly heart medical, can make a big difference in your health. This week we dive into angina, edema, congestive heart failure, dyspnea and other important terms. The better you learn the language, the safer you will be on medical visits on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.
Mar 1, 2019 • 20min
Heart Bones and Cancer Bones
It may not be fair to have to deal with both cancer and heart issues but it is common. Indeed, there is now a specialty called cardio-oncology that focuses on the best heart and cancer outcome. This is due in part to the frequency of heart disease and also some of the toxicity of cancer agents and treatments. The role of the heart doctor in cancer care is growing and discussed on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.
Feb 22, 2019 • 22min
Fit For Life: Push Up Your Health
Do you need fitness equipment that costs thousands of dollars? It is nice if you have all of that but new data says the old fashioned push up can be one of the best ways to assess your health and perhaps one of the best exercises. This week we look at new data on fitness, pushups, exercising, and long and healthy lives. You will benefit from refocusing in 2019 on pushing your fitness up and up on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.
Feb 15, 2019 • 22min
Celebrating a Heart Hero and Be Your Own Heart Hero
Heart Month is about red hearts and valentines but it is also about getting real with the risks of heart disease. No-one knows that more than Victoria Dupuy after her 46 year old husband Dean died suddenly without warning of heart issues. She set up a charitable foundation to teach others to get checked early, before tragic events happen. Now, major medical groups are embracing that message. Be your own heart for your health and your family. Test not guess this week and learn about these new recommendations. Heart Disease is reversible and preventable!
