Dr. Joel Kahn: Unlocking Cardiovascular Longevity - Plant-Based Power, Genetic Insights, and Nutritional Mythbusting

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In this insightful episode, I'm honored to sit down with Dr. Joel Kahn, a world-renowned holistic cardiologist and a leading voice in the plant-based movement. With over 40 years of experience in cardiovascular medicine, Dr. Kahn has dedicated his career to preventing and reversing heart disease through lifestyle and nutrition. His expertise not only spans the intricacies of cardiovascular health but also encompasses the broader implications of adopting a plant-based diet for overall well-being.

Dr. Kahn shares his personal journey toward embracing a whole food, plant-based diet, along with compelling insights from his clinical practice. His deep understanding of the relationship between lifestyle choices and health outcomes offers invaluable guidance for anyone looking to take charge of their well-being.

Dr. Kahn provides actionable advice on how to optimize your diet, manage genetic predispositions, and integrate holistic practices into your daily life. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a wellness enthusiast, or someone curious about the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle, this discussion offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to help you thrive. Tune in to discover how you can beat heart disease, enhance your quality of life, and achieve lasting health.

Key Points From This Episode:
Holistic approach to medicine. [00:06:11]
Top three KPIs for health. [00:10:25]
Genetic contribution to heart disease. [00:12:49]
Ancestral diets and caveman predecessors. [00:16:02]
Subjective feelings versus objective health. [00:22:51]
Plant-based diets reversing diabetes. [00:26:38]
Nutrition in Medical Practice. [00:28:52]
Plant-based diet nutrient needs. [00:32:53]
Plant-based diet with salmon. [00:37:17]
Plant-based diet and heavy metals. [00:41:30]
Genetic Influence on Cholesterol Response. [00:44:25]
Lipoprotein. [00:49:15]
Plant-based diets and health. [00:52:08]

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Dean Ornish, MD

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Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn

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Dr. Neil Barnard

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Dr. Walter Longo

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Books and References

Diet for a New America by John Robbins

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The Lancet (Medical Journal)

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PREDIMED Study

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CORDIOPREV Study

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1. Trailer (00:00:00)

2. Magnesium Supplement (00:00:45)

3. Introduction (00:04:09)

4. Holistic approach to medicine (00:06:11)

5. Top three KPIs for health (00:10:25)

6. Genetic contribution to heart disease (00:12:49)

7. Ancestral diets and caveman predecessors (00:16:02)

8. Subjective feelings versus objective health (00:22:51)

9. Plant-based diets reversing diabetes (00:26:38)

10. Nutrition in Medical Practice (00:28:52)

11. Plant-based diet nutrient needs (00:32:53)

12. Plant-based diet with salmon (00:37:17)

13. Plant-based diet and heavy metals (00:41:30)

14. Genetic Influence on Cholesterol Response (00:44:25)

15. Plant-based diets and health (00:52:08)