Dec 31, 2021
Two different topics make up Heart Doc VIP this week but they share the theme of community. First, Dr. Kahn discusses exciting new research on TMAO, bacterial communities, and heart health. Prior Peacasts focused on TMAO but the new data is amazing. Then we turn to the power of human communities. The Roseto Effect is...
Dec 24, 2021
Although we all hoped we would be done with the Pandemic, we enter 2022 still dealing with it. Dr. Kahn describes what was new inpatient care throughout the last year. Thank you for your support. Subscribe. Leave a 5-star review. Enjoy your time with your family without fear.
Dec 17, 2021
This week, Dr. Kahn dives into some biochemistry of acid and base and how hard the body works to maintain a normal blood “pH” of around 7.4. The power of most alkalinizing plant foods is reviewed and the work of Russell Jaffe, MD, Ph.D. is referenced.
Dec 3, 2021
As many as 1 in 4 of us inherit a high cholesterol particle called Lipoprotein(a). Less common but also risky is a high LDL cholesterol or FH. This week, Dr. Kahn reviews the 3 gene problems that cause FH. He discusses when and how to do genetic testing. Finally, current and future testing are discussed. FH matters!