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Dr. Joel Kahn emphasizes the importance of staying hydrated during these hot summer months and suggests adding trace mineral drops to your glass or stainless steel water bottle. Get your trace minerals here.
In this week's "pea-cast," Dr. Kahn shares intriguing case studies from the Kahn Center, highlighting two common supplements for optimal health: Arterosil and Homocysteine Supreme. He also discusses a study on spirulina in patients hospitalized with Covid-19 and offers a 20% discount at EnergyBits with the code DrKahn. 
The main topic revisits Dr. Kahn's appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience in 2018 (episode 1175), where he discussed TMAO content in fish. Recent data from the Cleveland Clinic shows that some fish, such as those found in fish sticks (cod and haddock) and wild-caught salmon, can be high in TMAO, raising blood levels and increasing the risk of the ill effects of high TMAO levels. Many, including Dr. Kahn and his wife, choose to avoid fish altogether.

In this episode, Dr. Joel Kahn pays tribute to two influential figures, Drs. Endo and Mosley, who passed away this month. He also delves into the benefits of adding more tomatoes and choline-rich foods to your diet for heart health. Plus, even plant-based junk food is still junk food, and Dr. Kahn reminds us why it's best to avoid it.
On a hopeful note, a new study suggests that the supplement nicotinamide riboside may improve leg circulation. You can find it here: Tru Niagen® 300 mg - 90 Vegetarian Capsules. 
The main focus of this episode is the new PREVENT score calculator, which helps healthcare professionals determine who might benefit from statin therapy for lowering cholesterol. Dr. Kahn was recently interviewed on national TV to discuss this significant development. Understanding this tool is crucial, and you can explore it here: PREVENT Calculator.

What an amazing week of important ideas to share. Dr. Kahn discussed a major study from the Cleveland Clinic showing that the sweetener Xylitol can cause blood clotting. Beware. Can plants help maintain and build muscle? Dr. Kahn says yes. Viagra helps blood flow to the brain—who knew? And colchicine shows benefits again, this time in stroke and TIA populations.
The main topic is the landmark study published by Dean Ornish, MD, and others, showing that a plant-based diet and supplements combined with lifestyle changes can reverse early Alzheimer's disease in many patients. This is an outstanding contribution that can be adopted right away. Dr. Kahn also mentioned a B complex vitamin he uses at the Kahn Center, which can be found here.

June kicks off with important health lessons brought to you by Joel Kahn, MD. How about the relationship between higher testosterone levels in men and a lower risk of type 2 diabetes? A healthier CIMT ultrasound also predicts a lower risk of diabetes, as performed at the Kahn Center. Sauna bathing and better mental health is an interesting research report.
The main topic is data that women live longer if they adhere to the Mediterranean Diet. Another paper on the main topic reports that obese type 2 diabetics have less kidney damage with the MED diet enriched with olive oil. Finally, Dr. Kahn discusses the version of this diet taught by Valter Longo, Ph.D., called the Longevity Diet. There is a wealth of important information this week.

Dr. Kahn hopes everyone celebrated Memorial Day by remembering those who served and fell defending our right to be free, and he salutes their sacrifice.
This week, Dr. Kahn dishes out bite-sized health tips on the surprising benefits of potatoes and lentils. Plus, he's got the scoop on two sizzling new studies about extra-virgin olive oil that you won't want to miss.
But the main course? A deep dive into the murky waters of Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil. Is high-dose fish oil a miracle elixir or a risky gamble? Dr. Kahn breaks down the latest research, revealing the complex reality behind these popular supplements and what they mean for different groups of people.
Tune in for a jam-packed episode that's as enlightening as it is engaging!

This week Dr. Kahn was overloaded with important new science and discussed the risks of early menopause in women and the dangers of low testosterone levels in men. A concerning report on a rise in early colorectal cancer under age 45 is discussed. Two headline studies on the weight loss drug Wegovy (semiglutide) improving weight long term and improving heart failure measurements are hopeful. A massive "umbrella review" reported lower heart and cancer risks with plant-based diets.
The main topic is about the implications of the coronary artery calcium score (CACS), in this case in healthy people over age 75. The CACS may be the best test of "biological age" available as the new study reports.