The Doctor Albert Takem Podcast

Albert Takem M.D
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We tackle the health topics no one else wants to touch 💉🧠 —from obesity and high blood pressure —to emotional eating and medication resistance —to cultural myths that keep people sick 🧬❌ My mission is to deliver evidence-based truth— real doctors. hard truths. no coddling. 🎯 🎧 Subscribe now and share with someone who’s tired of watered-down wellness. Let’s change lives with facts—not fluff.

  1. SEP 22

    Before You Start Ozempic — Watch This

    Ozempic is not magic. If you’re lying to yourself, it will fail. Obesity is the symptom. Depression is the real disease. Before you start Ozempic (or Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound), watch this. In this video I share the story of a patient who gained weight while on Wegovy, and why untreated depression, trauma, and emotional eating can sabotage even the most powerful medication. This series will break down: • What Ozempic really does to your body • Why emotional eating bypasses GLP-1s • The hidden reasons people fail on Ozempic • How to actually succeed with weight loss long-term 💡 Start your journey today with Maryland Primary Care & Wellness Book your consultation: https://marylandprimarycare.com

    9 min

  2. SEP 20

    Statins and Muscle Damage? The Deadly Lie TikTok Won’t Tell You

    They told you statins would melt your muscles. But what they didn’t tell you… your heart is a muscle too. In this episode, Dr. Albert Takem takes on one of the most dangerous myths spreading on TikTok, Reddit, and YouTube: that statins cause muscle damage, rhabdomyolysis, and weakness. The Truth: - Mild muscle aches happen in some people, but severe muscle breakdown is extremely rare (Less than 0.1%). - The nocebo effect (fear itself) is responsible for many of the “side effects” blamed on statins. - Stopping statins because of misinformation doesn’t just risk sore legs — it risks a heart attack, stroke, or death. Dr. Takem shares the story of a patient who quit his statin after watching TikTok videos… and came back with three stents and one unforgettable regret: “Doc… I wish I had just taken the damn pill.” ■ Don’t let misinformation cost you your life. Watch until the end — the next episode reveals the truth about statins and diabetes. 💡 Start your journey today with Maryland Primary Care & Wellness Book your consultation: https://marylandprimarycare.com

    9 min

  3. SEP 18

    600-lb Life Tragedy: How The Lie That "Your Mother Loves You" Nearly Killed Sean Milliken

    A mother’s love can save you — or it can kill you. Sean Milliken weighed over 900 pounds. He couldn’t walk. He couldn’t breathe. And the woman feeding him to death said she loved him. This is not just a My 600-lb Life reaction. This is a breakdown of one of the most tragic episodes of emotional sabotage ever caught on camera. 🔴 Sean didn’t need more food. He needed more truth. He begged for boundaries. He got more pizza. He cried out for help. He got enabling. He finally lost 400 pounds… and then lost everything. In this episode, Dr. Takem — obesity doctor and internal medicine physician — shows how trauma, silence, and emotional dependence destroy families in slow motion. If you’re a parent, this episode is for you. If you’re struggling with emotional eating, this episode is for you.  If you’ve ever asked, “How did it get this bad?” — this episode is your answer. 🧠 This wasn’t just obesity. This was Munchausen by proxy, wrapped in Southern comfort and served with love. 💡 Start your journey today with Maryland Primary Care & Wellness Book your consultation: https://marylandprimarycare.com

    10 min

  4. SEP 15

    I Feared Diabetes… Got a Heart Attack

    He feared statins would raise his blood sugar. So he stopped them. At 45, he had a heart attack. In this episode, Dr. Albert Takem — Primary Care Physician, Obesity Medicine Specialist, and Misinformation Slayer-in-Chief — exposes the dangerous myth that statins cause diabetes. You’ll hear: •The real story of a patient who stopped his statin and landed in the cath lab •The woman who survived two widowmakers •What really raises your blood sugar — and what kills diabetics This episode is for Maria. For Troy. For Denise. And for anyone who's scared of the wrong enemy. Subscribe. There’s more fire coming your way. 🎙️ New episodes weekly discussing heart health, weight loss, lifestyle medicine, and the truth about wellness in our community. #healthtips #wellness #fitness #nutrition #dralberttakem #Statins #Diabetes #HeartAttack #MedicalMyths #Cholesterol #StatinsSideEffects #BlackHealth #DoctorExplains 💡 Start your journey today with Maryland Primary Care & Wellness Book your consultation: https://marylandprimarycare.com

    9 min

  5. SEP 4

    I Treated 1,000 Statin Patients: The Liver Damage Myth Is False

    I treated over 1,000 patients on statins, and here’s the truth: statins do NOT destroy your liver. There’s a lot of misinformation online about statins, liver enzymes, and cholesterol management—but as a doctor, I’ve seen firsthand how safe and effective statins are in preventing heart attacks and managing high cholesterol. In this video, I’ll debunk the myths about statins causing liver damage, explain what changes in liver enzymes really mean, and break down the science behind why statins are one of the most important tools we have to protect heart health. If you’ve ever worried about liver problems, side effects, or the safety of statins, this video will give you the evidence-based answers you need. 📌 Topics covered: Do statins raise liver enzymes? Are statins safe for long-term use? Statins, liver function, and heart attack prevention Why misinformation about statins can put your health at risk How statins help manage high cholesterol safely 👉 Don’t let misinformation stop you from protecting your heart. Watch until the end to learn the truth about statins, the liver, and your health. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:50 Milk Thistle Tea Myth 3:19 Real Doctors Debate Statins 4:50 Statin Liver Failure Data 5:50 Fake Health Guru's 7:35 Up Next: Do Statins Cause Dementia? 📄 FREE Diet Guide: 👉 https://www.afrofitmedia.com/culturally-tailored-diet-guides 📚 Buy Dr. Takem's Book: Intentional Weight Loss: Your 5 Step Guide to Transform Your Body and Recapture Your Glow 👉 https://amzn.to/45RybCH 🔗 Follow Dr. Albert Takem on Social Media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralberttakem 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dralberttakem ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dralberttakem 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dralberttakem 🎧 Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456729 🎙️ New episodes weekly discussing heart health, weight loss, lifestyle medicine, and the truth about wellness in our community. #liverdamage #liver #statins #medication #doctor #heartattack #highbloodpressure #highcholesterol #enzymes #milkthistle #tea #detox #detoxtea #healthtips #wellness #fitness #nutrition #dralberttakem 💡 Start your journey today with Maryland Primary Care & Wellness Book your consultation: https://marylandprimarycare.com

    8 min

  6. SEP 1

    Why 'I Feel Fine' Can Be Dangerous

    This video highlights the importance of stroke recognition, emphasizing that ignoring warning signs of stroke can have dire consequences. It's crucial for health awareness to understand stroke symptoms and act fast. Learn more about maintaining good heart health in our other videos. 📄 FREE Diet Guide: 👉 https://www.afrofitmedia.com/culturally-tailored-diet-guides 📚 Buy Dr. Takem's Book: Intentional Weight Loss: Your 5 Step Guide to Transform Your Body and Recapture Your Glow 👉 https://amzn.to/45RybCH 🔗 Follow Dr. Albert Takem on Social Media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralberttakem 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dralberttakem ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dralberttakem 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dralberttakem 🎧 Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456729 🎙️ New episodes weekly discussing heart health, weight loss, lifestyle medicine, and the truth about wellness in our community. #stroke #strokesurvivor #strokeprevention #hypertension #highbloodpressure #heartattack #diabetes #naturalremedy #medicine #medication #healthtips #wellness #fitness #nutrition #dralberttakem 💡 Start your journey today with Maryland Primary Care & Wellness Book your consultation: https://marylandprimarycare.com

    7 min

  7. AUG 28

    Could Steve Jobs Have Survived Pancreatic Cancer?

    This video addresses how Steve Jobs delayed proper cancer treatment, choosing alternative therapies instead of standard medicine. Learn about the dangers of such alternative medicine and the importance of cancer therapy. It highlights the critical nature of early cancer symptoms awareness. 0:00 Intro 0:25 Denied Surgery 1:27 Steve Jobs Remedies 1:44 Breast Cancer Story 3:05 Black Community Mistrust 4:38 Steve Jobs Believed The LIE 5:55 Outro 📄 FREE Diet Guide: 👉 https://www.afrofitmedia.com/culturally-tailored-diet-guides 📚 Buy Dr. Takem's Book: Intentional Weight Loss: Your 5 Step Guide to Transform Your Body and Recapture Your Glow 👉 https://amzn.to/45RybCH 🔗 Follow Dr. Albert Takem on Social Media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralberttakem 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dralberttakem ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dralberttakem 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dralberttakem 🎧 Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456729 🎙️ New episodes weekly discussing heart health, weight loss, lifestyle medicine, and the truth about wellness in our community. #healthtips #wellness #fitness #nutrition #dralberttakem #stevejobs #cancer #surgery #carrotjuice #acupuncture #biology #seamoss #breastcancer #science #medicine #greenjuice #blackcommunity 💡 Start your journey today with Maryland Primary Care & Wellness Book your consultation: https://marylandprimarycare.com

    7 min

  8. AUG 25

    The TRUTH About STATINS Doctors DON'T Want You To Know

    This video highlights how Dr. Takem takes down misinformers like Dr. David Diamond, Dr. Robert Dubroff, Dr. Aseem Malhotra, Dr. Mark Hyman, and Gary Brecka. He emphasizes that you won’t feel your arteries clogging—making it even more dangerous to believe misinformation, especially about statins. Dr. Takem stresses the importance of preventive medicine to avoid heart attacks. Prioritize your health, debunk harmful myths, and take steps now to save lives. 📄 FREE Diet Guide: 👉 https://www.afrofitmedia.com/culturally-tailored-diet-guides 📚 Buy Dr. Takem's Book: Intentional Weight Loss: Your 5 Step Guide to Transform Your Body and Recapture Your Glow 👉 https://amzn.to/45RybCH 🔗 Follow Dr. Albert Takem on Social Media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralberttakem 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dralberttakem ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dralberttakem 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dralberttakem 🎧 Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2456729 🎙️ New episodes weekly discussing heart health, weight loss, lifestyle medicine, and the truth about wellness in our community. #healthtips #wellness #fitness #nutrition #dralberttakem #hearthealth #heartattack #statins #highbloodpressure 💡 Start your journey today with Maryland Primary Care & Wellness Book your consultation: https://marylandprimarycare.com

    10 min
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We tackle the health topics no one else wants to touch 💉🧠 —from obesity and high blood pressure —to emotional eating and medication resistance —to cultural myths that keep people sick 🧬❌ My mission is to deliver evidence-based truth— real doctors. hard truths. no coddling. 🎯 🎧 Subscribe now and share with someone who’s tired of watered-down wellness. Let’s change lives with facts—not fluff.

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