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Dr. Joe Galati Podcast

Dr. Joe Galati Podcast

Dr Joe Galati

A native of Long Island, New York, Dr. Joe Galati was raised in a family where good nutrition and family were ways of life. Today, his practice, Liver Specialists of Texas and the Metabolic Liver Center (Fatty Liver Disease Clinic), is devoted to the care of patients with all facets of liver diseases, obesity, fatty liver, and related disorders. Based in Houston, Texas, Dr.Galati is an expert “physician-communicator”, and brings his listeners the information they need to to get on a healthy path to wellness, understand what’s needed to remain healthy, with a solid foundation of food and nutrition. Each week he is joined by experts from around the world to shed light on these important topics to keep America healthy. Since 2003, Dr. Galati has created consumer-oriented radio programming on health and wellness, producing and hosting “Your Health First,” a one-hour radio program each weekend, heard on iHeart Radio’s 740 am KTRH. When he’s not practicing medicine, Dr. Galati is an avid photographer and is a member of Entrepreneur’s Organization, supporting entrepreneurs in all corners of the world.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Dr. Joe Galati Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Dr. Joe Galati Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Dr. Joe Galati Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Dr. Joe Galati Podcast - Addiction Update

Addiction Update

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12/15/24 • 24 min

This week's episode of our podcast is a deeply insightful conversation with George Joseph, the founder and CEO of Positive Recovery Centers based in Houston, Texas. With over 30 years of experience, George has established himself as a leading authority in the addiction field, making significant contributions to the understanding of substance use disorders and recovery. As part of a special #SiriusXM feature airing on December 17 at 1 PM EST on channel 129, George and I explore critical topics that are increasingly relevant in today’s society. Our discussion delves into the nuances of #marijuana use and its effects on the developing brain, shedding light on how early exposure can shape neurological pathways and influence behaviors in adolescents and young adults. We also tackle the harrowing #fentanyl crisis, examining its unprecedented impact on communities and discussing the broader implications for public health. George shares valuable insights into the challenges posed by this potent opioid, including its role in the current landscape of addiction and recovery. Additionally, we touch upon the effects of #alcohol as a centerpiece in the addiction narrative, highlighting its widespread consequences and the stigma often associated with alcohol use disorders. Listeners can expect a thoughtful and engaging dialogue filled with expert analysis and practical advice for those seeking to navigate the complexities of addiction recovery. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a true leader in the field. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of these pressing issues and the paths toward healing and recovery.


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Dr. Joe Galati Podcast - Preventing Dementia

Preventing Dementia

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04/28/25 • 26 min

Our latest podcasts reviews strategies to reduce dementia.

The New York Times article from April 23, 2025, discusses a study identifying 17 overlapping factors that influence the risk of stroke, dementia, and late-life depression. The research emphasizes that lifestyle changes can simultaneously lower the risk of all three conditions. Experts highlight that these diseases often coexist due to shared underlying damage to small blood vessels in the brain, with risk factors like high blood pressure and diabetes contributing to this damage.


The study identifies six factors that protect against brain diseases. These include low to moderate alcohol intake, consistent cognitive activity through mentally stimulating tasks, a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, dairy, fish, and nuts, moderate to high levels of physical activity, a strong sense of purpose in life, and maintaining a large social network. Conversely, the article outlines 13 health characteristics and habits that increase the risk of developing these conditions, such as high blood pressure, high body mass index, high blood sugar, high total cholesterol, depressive symptoms, a diet high in red meat, sugar-sweetened beverages, sweets and sodium, hearing loss, kidney disease, pain (particularly when it interferes with activity), sleep disturbances, a smoking history, loneliness or isolation, and general stress or stressful life events.


The article emphasizes that reducing high blood pressure is particularly beneficial, as it is the greatest individual risk factor for developing stroke, dementia, and depression. It also suggests incorporating physical and mental exercises into one's routine, ideally with friends to add a social element. The best time to start making these lifestyle changes is in middle age to prevent early disease development. Ultimately, the article encourages readers to view these factors as a "menu of options," tackling them step-by-step to take better care of their brain health.


#BrainHealth #DementiaPrevention #StrokePrevention #DepressionAwareness #HealthyLifestyle


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Dr. Joe Galati Podcast - Understanding Fatty Liver

Understanding Fatty Liver

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04/28/25 • 20 min

Welcome to this episode of the Dr. Joe Galati Podcast where we delve into pressing health issues and the latest medical advancements. Today, we have a special guest, Dr. Mazen Noureddin, a world-renowned liver researcher, who joins us for an enlightening conversation about metabolic dysfunction associated with fatty liver disease, a condition that has become a public health crisis globally. As obesity and sedentary lifestyles continue to rise, the prevalence of fatty liver disease has skyrocketed, affecting millions of people worldwide.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the global epidemic of fatty liver disease, also known as metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). Dr. Noureddin sheds light on alarming statistics: nearly one in four adults globally suffers from this condition, which can lead to serious liver complications. We discuss how fatty liver disease often accompanies other metabolic disorders, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and elevated cholesterol levels, creating a complex web of health challenges for affected individuals.


The conversation touches upon the epidemiology of fatty liver disease, exploring how socioeconomic factors and lifestyle choices contribute to its rapid proliferation. Dr. Noureddin explains the disease's natural history, detailing how it can progress from simple steatosis to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), cirrhosis, and even liver cancer. We discuss the critical importance of early diagnosis and risk assessment, as many individuals remain asymptomatic until the disease reaches advanced stages.


Furthermore, our discussion highlights the increasing need for liver transplants due to the progression of fatty liver disease complications. Dr. Noureddin shares breakthroughs in research and potential new therapies on the horizon, including pharmacologic treatments aimed at reversing liver damage and improving metabolic health.


For those seeking to learn more or get involved in the discussion about fatty liver disease, feel free to reach out to me at DrJoeGalati.com.


#FattyLiverDisease

#MetabolicHealth

#LiverResearch

#Diabetes

#Obesity


Join us for this crucial conversation as we aim to raise awareness and provide insights into the complexities of fatty liver disease and its growing impact on global health!


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Dr. Joe Galati Podcast - Role of Physical Therapy in Disease Prevention
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09/27/24 • 31 min

This week on Your Health First we are talking physical therapy.

You need to invest in your physical strength, balance, and agility as we age.


Alison Teheng, from Burcutt Physical Therapy and Wellness Center, was our special guest. We reflected on the need to seriously take stock in our own strength and how it impacts on our long-term health and wellness, and what you can do to delay or prevent the onset of chronic disease.


Alison gives numerous good tips and insight on strategies we need to think about. As we like to say, you don’t want to start investing in your health once chronic disease sets in. You need to be 10 to 20 years ahead of chronic diseases to make sure that you do all that you can to avoid them.


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Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Dr. Galati's Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

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Dr. Joe Galati Podcast - Medical Whack-a-Mole

Medical Whack-a-Mole

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05/02/25 • 14 min

Today, I share a new term that I coined: MEDICAL WHACK-A-MOLE.

In this LATEST PODCAST episode, we dive into the concept of "Medical Whack-a-Mole," a term I coined to describe the all-too-frequent scenario in healthcare where physicians treat individual problems by passing patients from one specialist to another. This process often leads to patients being prescribed a staggering number of medications—sometimes even as many as 28, as seen in a recent case involving a patient managing five chronic conditions under six different doctors.


Join me as I unpack this concerning phenomenon and share personal insights from my experience. We'll explore the implications of overmedication and how it detrimentally impacts patient health and wellness, undermining the very goal of making America healthy again. Together, we’ll discuss empowering patients to become better consumers of their healthcare, raising their health IQ, and advocating for themselves. Discover why it's essential to disrupt the whack-a-mole cycle of treatment and take control of chronic disease management, because the stakes couldn't be higher. Tune in for a crucial conversation about reshaping the future of healthcare for the betterment of all.

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Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Telephone: 713-794-0700


Dr. Galati's Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

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Dr. Galati's YouTube Channel


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Dr. Joe Galati Podcast - American Heart Month

American Heart Month

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02/01/21 • 35 min

This past week, Dr. Joe Galati had a conversation with Dr. Randeep Suneja. Dr. Suneja is a cardiologist based in Katy, Texas. His practice is the Cardiology Center of Houston, and they specialize in all facets of heart disease and intervention.


Heart disease is the #1 killer across the globe. Risk factors for heart disease include family history, but also obesity, hypertension, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, and smoking. Outside of your family genetics, may of the risk can be modified with lifestyle changes, diet, exercise, and weight loss.


The month of February is American Heart Month. It is upon us all to motive Americans to adopt healthy lifestyles to prevent heart disease. Focusing on your heart health has never been more important. People with poor cardiovascular health are also at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19.


#cardiology #heartdisease #hypertension #americanheartmonth


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Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

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Dr. Galati's YouTube: YouTube Channel


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You can reach Dr. Galati and his practice, LIVER SPECIALISTS OF TEXAS, by calling 713-794-0700. Ask for Teresa the practice administrator for details.


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Dr. Joe Galati Podcast - Childhood Obesity Part 2

Childhood Obesity Part 2

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01/11/21 • 41 min

For this weeks podcast, Dr. Joe Galati will be discussing Bagels. He gives an overview of the nutritional assessment of bagels and whether or not you should consider eating them? In moderation, bagels may not be all that bad. Take a listen and you decide.


They will also be an update on the COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. Galati is getting his second vaccine dose this week, and he will keep everybody up-to-date on how he doe. He'll comment on the overall rollout of the vaccine across America and why we need to all be patient and not get frustrated with the process.


This weeks special guest is Dr. Sonny Harpavat. He is a pediatric liver specialist at Texas Children’s Hospital. He was on Your Health First last month discussing childhood obesity and fatty liver. This is a follow up discussion of this most important health topic. Tune in and listen to the insight that both Dr. Galati and Harpavat share with listeners.


#childhoodobesity #fattyliver #diabetes #texaschildrenshospital #eatingyourselfsick


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Bagel Talk: 5:00

Covid-19 Vaccine: 13:30

Dr. Harpavat and Childhood Obesity: 19:06


Websites to remember:

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Dr. Galati's Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

Dr. Galati's YouTube: YouTube Channel


Please send feedback and suggestion. You can message me here.


You can reach Dr. Galati and his practice, LIVER SPECIALISTS OF TEXAS, by calling 713-794-0700. Ask for Teresa the practice administrator for details.


Make sure you subscribe to all of the podcast episodes, rate them, send us feedback, and share them with your community.


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Dr. Joe Galati Podcast - Childhood Obesity and Fatty Liver

Childhood Obesity and Fatty Liver

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12/10/20 • 40 min

This weeks podcast features two very important topics, and two outstanding guests. The first discusses the rise in alcohol use and alcohol use disorder in the era of COVID-19. The fear of the illness, it’s associated anxiety and isolation, as a result of the quarantine, has created a fertile environment for alcohol abuse. Throughout the pandemic, we’ve seen the negative impact, including rising depression, suicide, drug abuse, and child abuse. Tonight we will be talking specifically about the increase in harmful use of alcohol, especially in patient that already have pre-existing liver disease. An expert in Living Disease from Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, Dr. Gene Im will be joining the conversation.


The second topic and guest is Dr. Sunny Harpavat from Texas Children’s Hospital, here in the Texas Medical Center. He will be discussing child obesity and fatty liver in the pediatric population. As a pediatric gastroenterologist and hepatologist, he is on the front line of this public health emergency. In addition, Dr. Harpavat is the president of the newly formed Texas Liver Foundation. Check out this link to learn more.


#fattyliver #childhoodobesity #alcoholabuse #cirrhosis #liverdisease #obesity #diabetes #junkfood #covid19


Websites to remember:

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Dr. Galati's Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

Dr. Galati's YouTube: YouTube Channel


Please send feedback and suggestion. You can message me here.


You can reach Dr. Galati and his practice, LIVER SPECIALISTS OF TEXAS, by calling 713-794-0700. Ask for Teresa the practice administrator for details.


Make sure you subscribe to all of the podcast episodes, rate them, send us feedback, and share them with your community.


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POCKET CASTS

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GOOGLE PODCAST

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Dr. Joe Galati Podcast - Holiday Weight Gain

Holiday Weight Gain

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12/03/20 • 41 min

Holiday weight gain is a common point of discussion these days, and there is always a lot of talk trying to prevent it. While COVID-19 may reduce the number of social gatherings this Christmas season, no doubt there will be plenty of food to share this season.


Helen Yuan, RD with Liver Specialists of Texas joined Dr. Galati on the 11/30/20 broadcast of Your Health First on 740KTRH. Together they discussed strategies to reduce the consumption of calorie dense foods, and increase more less dense foods like vegetables.

#holidayweightgain #holidayparty

Websites to remember:

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Dr. Galati's Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

Dr. Galati's YouTube: YouTube Channel


Please send feedback and suggestion. You can message me here.


You can reach Dr. Galati and his practice, LIVER SPECIALISTS OF TEXAS, by calling 713-794-0700. Ask for Teresa the practice administrator for details.


Make sure you subscribe to all of the podcast episodes, rate them, send us feedback, and share them with your community.


Available on:

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TUNEIN

APPLE PODCAST

POCKET CASTS

OVERCAST

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IHEART RADIO PODCAST

GOOGLE PODCAST

STITCHER

YOUTUBE


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Dr. Joe Galati Podcast - Dr. Galati and Eating Yourself Sick - A Book Review
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12/27/24 • 12 min

Podcast Episode Summary: "Eating Yourself Sick: An In-Depth Discussion with Brady

In our final podcast episode of 2024, we bring you an engaging conversation from a recent studio interview with Brady, the well-known iHeartRadio personality from Chicago. Together, we delve into the themes of my book, "Eating Yourself Sick," exploring the critical health issues associated with obesity and poor nutrition.


During the interview, we highlight the alarming trend of the American public not eating at home frequently enough, and how this contributes to various health problems. We discuss practical changes that can lead to healthier lifestyles and improve overall well-being.


This episode wraps up our year-long focus on health and wellness, emphasizing our commitment to making you better consumers of healthcare. As our podcast team looks forward to 2025, we encourage you to follow us on social media to stay informed about all of our educational programs. Your health journey is important to us, and we are excited to continue supporting you with valuable insights and information.

Where to find Dr. Joe Galati and his team:

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Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Dr. Galati's Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

Dr. Galati's YouTube Channel


Please send feedback and suggestion. You can message me here.



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How many episodes does Dr. Joe Galati Podcast have?

Dr. Joe Galati Podcast currently has 124 episodes available.

What topics does Dr. Joe Galati Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Radio, Doctor, Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Talkradio, Fitness, Podcasts, Diabetes, Health and Iheart.

What is the most popular episode on Dr. Joe Galati Podcast?

The episode title 'Dads that Cook' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Dr. Joe Galati Podcast?

The average episode length on Dr. Joe Galati Podcast is 31 minutes.

How often are episodes of Dr. Joe Galati Podcast released?

Episodes of Dr. Joe Galati Podcast are typically released every 12 days, 6 hours.

When was the first episode of Dr. Joe Galati Podcast?

The first episode of Dr. Joe Galati Podcast was released on May 16, 2019.

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