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.

Episode 509: How to Upgrade Your Gene Activity in 4 Weeks 08/11/2026

Episode 508: Why Cooking to Reduce AGE Content Is a Healthy Habit 08/04/2026

Episode 507: The Nuance of How Much Dietary Protein for Optimal Health 07/28/2026

Episode 506: Advanced Cardiac Lab Testing With Dr. Ivan Rusilko 07/24/2026

Episode 505: A Breakthrough in Cholesterol Care With an Oral PCSK9 Inhibitor 07/21/2026

Episode 504: Why Inflammation Matters for Patients with Lp(a) 07/14/2026

Episode 503: Supplements to Reverse Atherosclerosis: Follow-Up to The Proof 07/07/2026

Episode 502: Prozac (Fluoxetine) and Other Drugs That Injure Endothelium 06/30/2026

Episode 501: The Surprising Science of Gratitude and Heart Health 06/23/2026

Episode 500: The Long Path to Building an Integrative Cardiology Practice 06/16/2026

Episode 499: Why ApoB Could Be the Most Important Heart Health Test You’re Missing 06/09/2026

Episode 498: Do You Want a One and Done Cholesterol Infusion? The Long Road Ahead 06/02/2026

Episode 497: Retatrutide Delivers Stunning Weight Loss Results In Triumph-1 Study 05/26/2026

Episode 496: 41 Lessons for Health and Longevity from Bryan Johnson 05/19/2026

Episode 495: New Research On Aged Garlic Extract, NAD+, And Heart Health 05/12/2026

Episode 494: The Amazing Properties of Glycine and Good Sleep 05/05/2026

Episode 493: The Top 3 Dietary Predictors of Cardiac Death Worldwide 04/28/2026

Episode 492: Does the Shingles Vaccine Reduce Heart and Brain Disease? 04/21/2026

Episode 491: Heart Disease in Masters Athletes: What to Do? 04/14/2026

Episode 490: My Surgical Journey 2 Weeks Later 04/07/2026

Episode 489: Big Heart Health News You’ll Want To Know About 04/03/2026

Bonus Episode: Why a CIMT Ultrasound Is a Must-Have Examination with Joseph Ence 03/31/2026

Episode 487: The Role of Diet, Blood Pressure, and Hormones in Dementia 03/24/2026

Episode 486: Top 10 Takeaways of New Cholesterol Guidelines 2026 03/17/2026

Episode 485: What’s the Hoopla About Nattokinase? 03/10/2026

Episode 484: Red Meat, Cancer Risk, and Why Plants Keep Winning 03/03/2026

Episode 483: Sharing My Personal Heart Journey 02/24/2026

Episode 482: Why the Framingham Heart Study Still Matters 02/17/2026

Episode 481: What’s Coming Next for Lipoprotein(a) Treatments 02/10/2026

Episode 480: At What Age Do We Treat High Cholesterol? 02/03/2026

Episode 480: At What Age Do We Treat High Cholesterol? This week, Dr. Kahn discussed a case study involving a 30-year-old man with newly discovered, very high cholesterol. The implications of heart disease in young adults—backed by a recent paper from the CARDIA study group—suggest that early intervention, beginning with lifestyle changes, should be offered, along with follow-up lab testing. The Portfolio Diet plan would be a strong starting point on the journey toward a more plant-based diet. Other topics covered include the risks of diet soda, the health impacts of being a night owl, coffee consumption for atrial fibrillation patients, the role of genetics in longevity, plant-based diets for kidney health, and red light therapy for brain illness and trauma. Thanks to for the $1 offer on a bottle of fresh-pressed olive oil from some of the finest estates. EXTENDED SHOWNOTES: Dr. Kahn also touched on several additional topics during the episode. He discussed olive oil tasting and shipping, encouraging listeners to sign up before the current shipment from Italy ends and explaining how tasting fresh olive oil helps assess quality. Red light therapy came up in the context of brain injury, including a study showing potential benefits from nasal exposure in college athletes with repeated head trauma. He also mentioned advocacy efforts to promote routine coronary calcium scoring starting at age 45. Several studies on diet and longevity were reviewed, including research showing that plant-forward diets are associated with better kidney health and that genetics may account for up to 50% of longevity—though lifestyle choices still matter greatly. Dr. Kahn also covered caffeine and heart rhythm, noting research where coffee consumption was linked to fewer episodes of atrial fibrillation, while diet soda was associated with a higher risk of dementia. Finally, he discussed sleep patterns, citing data suggesting that night owls face higher cardiovascular risks than early risers. /episode/index/show/heartdocvip/id/39976395

Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn

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