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Heart Doc VIP with 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.
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Episodes

A Potpourri Of Research and Information From #KahnChronicle

Happy Memorial Day! This week Dr. Kahn picks hot new research articles he posts to #KahnChronicle at drjoelkahn.com . Learn about garlic and sex, new blood pressure guidelines, and more timely topics on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

May 28, 202124 min

COVID-19 Immunity: What Is New?

The COVIID-19 pandemic has been the number one priority for over a year now. Many have died. Missing from the conversation has been COVIID-19 survivors. Are they protected? This includes Dr. Kahn, who discusses the new science and a new test: T-Detect, being used at his heart clinic on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

May 21, 202121 min

Dietary Sodium: Does It Matter?

New research and guidelines indicate the benefits of lowering sodium in our diet (salt is 40% sodium). This week Dr. Kahn reviews this new data and gives examples you can use in your home to succeed on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

May 14, 202123 min

Earthing: Barefoot and Grounded

Do you feel better outside, barefoot, in the grass? You might be grounded to the Earth, also called Earthing. Scientific reports indicate potential advantages for sleep, pain, mood, inflammation, blood pressure, and blood clotting. If nothing else, get your feet on the grass this summer. Happy Mother’s Day from Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

May 07, 202123 min

Dr. Kahn’s Secret Health Foods

A long believer in “food as medicine," Dr. Kahn reveals 4 foods he adds to his diet daily and why. New science supports these 4 foods. You may up your health by adding on these healthy choices. Learn more on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Apr 30, 202119 min

Inflammation: Cooling the Fire

Understanding inflammation is understanding health. This week Dr. Kahn discusses a new study linking low inflammation to super longevity. Tips on how to measure and control inflammation with food, sleep, oral health, fitness, and supplements on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Apr 23, 202124 min

How Am I Doing Doctor?

Such a simple question but a challenge to answer. This week Dr. Kahn addresses a common question at the Kahn Center, How Am I Doing? This question is often wrapped in fear and anxiety about the future. A checklist for assessing your health as a heart patient is the focus of this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Apr 16, 202127 min

Glutathione: What You Must Know

Glutathione is a simple molecule in every cell in the body and is known as the Master Antioxidant. This week Dr. Kahn reviews what glutathione is, how to boost it, and how to measure it. A new pilot study in the elderly indicates the potential to reverse aging with glutathione on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio. For more information about glutathione and the pilot study discussed in this episode click here ....

Apr 09, 202126 min

Are You a SMuRF? The Importance of Advanced Lab Testing

Are you a SMuRF? Standard Modifiable Risk Factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and others. This week, Dr. Kahn discussed new data that heart attack victims that are SMuRF-less suffer more complications and death. Why? Inadequate testing and treatment. He emphasizes the lab work you must ask for to know the real status of your heart risk before you suffer a heart event. Learn more on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Apr 02, 202123 min

CoQ10: The Proven Vitamin

Are all vitamins just expensive urine? This week Dr. Kahn reports on new data indicating the vitamin CoQ10 may slash heart deaths in half in persons with high blood pressure. This is in addition to congestive failure, migraines, and gum health benefits.

Mar 26, 202122 min

The One Meal a Day Diet: Is It Real?

Fad diets abound and the One Meal a Day Diet (OMAD) is getting attention since a book was published in 2009. This week Dr. Kahn reviews the rationale and science of eating just one meal a day. He will be discussing this one The Doctors Show later this month.

Mar 19, 202123 min

Hormone Replacement Therapy At Menopause?

One of the hottest topics in the last 20 years is whether replacing female hormones at menopause help or harm women. Specifically, does hormone replacement therapy protect the heart? This week, Dr. Kahn discusses a new article that outlines the latest data to consider during International Women's Week. View the full article discussed here: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33619206/

Mar 12, 202121 min

Plant-Powered Kidneys

Does it matter for your kidney health whether you eat a meat vs. plant diet? This week Dr. Kahn discusses research on preventing and treating kidney disease and hypertension. Practical advice is shared but always work with your medical team.

Mar 05, 202121 min

Genes: How Many and Why?

We are alive because our genes provide instructions on which proteins to make and when. But how? This week Dr. Kahn sneaks in a new paper on fitness and artery health but reminds us of the miracle of our genetic code. You will learn how much DNA we share with primates, urchins, and bananas on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Feb 26, 202126 min

Eggs, COVID, and Nutrition Science

Two new studies this week point out how tough understanding nutrition science can be. Do eggs cause early death? Is zinc and vitamin c useless in Covid? Dr. Kahn discusses what their studies mean and how to analyze headlines.

Feb 19, 202122 min

Peripheral Artery Disease: Prevent Not Stent

What goes on with blood flow below the belly button? Peripheral arterial disease or PAD is common and occurs alone or with heart disease. This week Dr. Kahn discusses different types of blockages in arteries coming off the aorta, how they develop, and how they are treated. Prevention is the key at Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Feb 12, 202125 min

A Potpourri of Health! #kahnchronicle

Welcome back! This week Dr. Kahn races through a series of health ideas to help you thrive, what he calls a potpourri of health. From omega-3 to mercury to stress techniques to the Green Med Diet. You will learn and enjoy. Check out synchronicityhempoil.com and use the savings code Kahn20 to save at checkout.

Feb 05, 202124 min

Wearable Devices: The Future Is Now

Do you know in-depth your sleep quality? Your heart rate? Your heart rate variability? Want to improve them and lower stress? This week Dr. Kahn reviews the wearables he is trying and using at the Kahn Center on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio. Receive 10% off the Apollo Neuro band by clicking here .

Jan 29, 202125 min

Cardiorespiratory Fitness: A Vital Sign

Why is it important to be fit snd strong? This week, Dr.Kahn discusses what cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is snd why it matters so much. He then described 4 ways to measure your CRF at home. Set a goal to increase your CRF in 2021 on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Jan 22, 202124 min

Plastics: Messing With Your Hormones

You are eating well, sleeping, and working out but you can’t drop that last 20 pounds. Could it be plastics in your life and in your body? This week, Dr. Kahn reviews the role of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (xenoestrogens) on health and disease. Strategies to avoid them are reviewed. Living a low plastic life is essential. Learn more on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Jan 15, 202121 min

Heartbeat: The Rhythm of Life

The heart beats about 100,000 times a day in an organized pattern called sinus rhythm. Often, there are premature or ectopic beats that can be distressing. Dr. Kahn discusses ectopic heartbeats, palpitations, and natural therapies he uses at the Kahn Center are discussed on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Jan 08, 202122 min

The Most Important Heart Study Of 2020

The science of COVID-19 dominated 2020, but there were essential heart studies too. The most important one is being ignored, the Ischemia Trial. Dr. Kahn closes out 2020 by discussing what you should know about the trial. He stresses the power of a second opinion consult, something he performs regularly at the Kahn Center. Wishing you a Happy New Year from Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio!

Jan 01, 202123 min

Exciting New Options For Lowering Your Cholesterol

Happy holidays! 2020 is drawing to a close with hopeful advances in cholesterol control. Dr. Kahn reviews brand new data on a cholesterol drug about to be approved by the FDA. He also discusses the other options when medications are needed. Inclisiran is the latest addition to the choices for achieving safe and low cholesterol on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Dec 25, 202025 min

A View Inside: CIMT Ultrasound

How do you know if your arteries are progressing in a youthful pattern or are aging at an accelerated rate? The heart calcium CT scan is important once but involves radiation. This week Dr. Kahn discusses how he uses a special digital ultrasound of the carotid arteries (CIMT) at the Kahn Center. Cases of age reversal are presented. You can track your plaque safely. Learn more on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Dec 18, 202025 min

Heart Rate Variability: What You Must Know

Of all the possible measures of overall health available, Heart Rate Variability (HRV) may win the award for the most data. There are nearly 50,000 research studies. Many people are tracking their HRV on bands like a Whoop or Oura device. Dr. Kahn reviews HRV science and proven ways to improve your HRV on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Dec 11, 202024 min

Understanding Blood Clotting

One of the miracles of life is the balance between blood thinning and clotting. The fact that you cut your finger and it stops is a true symphony of health that can go wrong if too little or too much. During COVID-19 blood clots have been a major issue. Dr. Kahn discusses how to treat blood clots using lifestyle, medications, and natural products like Arterosil on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Dec 04, 202026 min

The Buzz About Oxygen: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

It is obvious that oxygen is important but is it the Fountain of Youth? This week, Dr. Kahn “dives deep” into hyperbaric oxygen therapy or (HBOT). New data just published from Israel is very hopeful for slowing or reversing aging. Other data for brain and sexual health is discussed. He also discusses the Wim Hof Method breathing and the helpful app that shows you how it works on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Nov 27, 202025 min

Eat Right For Sexual Health

Loss of sexual interest or response is a strong clue of silent heart disease. Although an entire healthy lifestyle supports strong sexual health, new data focuses on diet. The Mediterranean diet can maintain or improve sexuality in both men and women. Dr. Kahn discusses the data and the approach at the Kahn Center on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Nov 20, 202023 min

Anti-Inflammatory Diets: Hot News

November is World Vegan Month and Dr. Kahn is bringing 4 brand news science studies you can use for your health. Chili peppers! Yes, they may prolong life. Whole grains, flavonols, quercetin, and more are the topics discussed on this edition of Heart Doc VIP on Empower Radio.

Nov 13, 202022 min

Low-Carb Diets & Mustaches

Low-Carb diets are popular but are they safe? Dr. Kahn reviews new research that answers this question. Mustaches? It is Movember focusing on men’s health and Dr. Kahn is participating. Thanks to synchronicityhempoil.com using the discount Kahn20.

Nov 06, 202024 min
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