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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.

Welcome to Heart Doc VIP! This week, Dr. Kahn tackles a series of mini-topics including the use of colchicine in treating heart disease, the crucial role of oral health in managing atrial fibrillation, and why beta-blockers may not benefit many heart attack patients.
Plus, hear Dr. Kahn's thoughts on Valter Longo, Ph.D.'s insights about the "5Ps" that are excessively present in our diets. Also, check out the newly available L-Protein, a plant-based protein, at prolonfmd.com/Drkahn.
Our main discussion centers on the recent findings from the TACT2 trial, where intravenous chelation therapy in 1,000 heart patients followed over four years failed to improve outcomes. This result is particularly disheartening following the promising TACT trial published in 2013, and it likely signals the end of funded research for chelation therapy.

Fasting is often hailed as nature's oldest remedy, and no one knows the ins and outs of fasting, especially water fasting, better than Alan Goldhamer, DC, from the True North Health Center. In this bonus episode, Dr. Kahn explores the nuances of inpatient-monitored water fasting with the expert himself.

This week, Dr. Kahn discusses new data indicating that the 5-day Fasting Mimicking Diet, called PROLON, can assist in improving measures of diabetic control in Type 2 disease. PROLON is available at prolonfmd.com/drkahn. He also discusses blood pressure and brain health, as well as heart disease after menopause.
For the main topic, Dr. Kahn highlights a new research article describing silent brain disease in heart patients. Up to two-thirds of patients have white matter lesions, silent brain infarctions, and other pathologies on MRI scans. Dr. Kahn discusses how it may be possible to prevent these findings and whether all heart patients should have a brain MRI.

This week's episode dives into a garden of plant-based mini topics, exploring the benefits of low-fat vegan diets for Type 1 diabetes, hypertension, and autoimmune diseases. Plus, we sift through new studies linking red meat consumption with cancer and overall mortality.
But the centerpiece of our discussion? We're delving into the intriguing and exhilarating new data suggesting that erectile dysfunction medications like Viagra (sildenafil) and Cialis (tadalafil) could lower the risk of dementia, reduce cardiac events, and potentially extend life. It's thrilling news, indeed. And, we're also pondering the need for similar data concerning women.
Tune in for a heart-healthy serving of knowledge and excitement!