Bonus Podcast: Improving Your Metabolic Health with Expert Tom Rifai, MD
03/14/25 • 37 min
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Tom Rifai, MD is a visionary and expert on metabolic health, insulin resistance, diabetes, and overall fitness. He has had his own journey into metabolic disease but has found his way out. He is a member of the Cleveland Clinic’s Endocrine & Metabolism team in the Medical Specialties Institute.
Remember to register for the Reversing Heart Disease Summit 3.0 starting next week, March 18th. drtalks.com/summit/reversing-heart-disease/
Tom Rifai, MD is a visionary and expert on metabolic health, insulin resistance, diabetes, and overall fitness. He has had his own journey into metabolic disease but has found his way out. He is a member of the Cleveland Clinic’s Endocrine & Metabolism team in the Medical Specialties Institute.
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A groundbreaking new study confirms the benefits of coronary artery calcium (CAC) scoring in asymptomatic individuals, reinforcing the case for routine CT scans starting at age 40. This week, Dr. Kahn breaks down the findings and what they mean for heart health.
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- New research showing plant oils are a healthier choice than butter for heart and cancer outcomes.
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This week, Dr. Kahn explores new research on Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)], a topic he has long studied. He discusses recent findings on Lp(a)’s potential protective role in the liver and its link to calcific aortic stenosis, a condition affecting the aortic valve.
Additional topics include new insights into long COVID and the potential role of nicotine, the benefits of the Prolon fasting-mimicking diet for gum health, and how hearing loss may contribute to cognitive decline—along with how diet might help.
Dr. Kahn also breaks down the relationship between cardiac health and brain function (Life’s Essential 8) and reviews another study confirming that statins may help protect against dementia. Plus, he shares a fascinating case study on the Kempner diet and its effects.
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