Alzheimer’s Breakthrough with Dr. Josh Helman, MD
This Heart Issue Could Be Fueling Alzheimer’s: Dr. Joel Kahn Explains
10 Apr 2025
Did you know that improving your heart health could also help prevent Alzheimer’s? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Joel Kahn, a leading cardiologist and health expert, about the vital connections between heart disease and brain health.We dive into how simple tests like your calcium score and lipoprotein(a) can reveal your risk for future heart issues and how that impacts your brain. Dr. Kahn shares actionable tips on using Vitamin C, niacin, and lifestyle changes to simultaneously improve your heart and brain health.If you’re looking for ways to protect your heart and mind, this episode is packed with insights that could transform your health.“The heart and the brain really live in the same neighborhood of self-care, and the earlier you start, the better. Eat a lot of crunchy, fiber-filled foods, and just stop listening to these crazy carnivore and crazy keto people.” ~ Dr. Joel Kahn, MD, FACCIn this Episode00:00 - Introduction02:50 - Dr. Kahn’s approach to heart and brain health05:23 - Heart rate variability (HRV) as a measure of heart health08:18 - Atrial fibrillation’s impact on brain health15:42 - Tests to determine heart and brain health24:37 - Understanding calcium score and its significance27:25 - Oils and their effects on heart health31:05 - Genetic testing to assess heart health34:52 - New techniques to optimize health 36:49 - What you need to know about vitamin C 37:55 - The benefits of niacin in lowering cholesterol39:52 - Top takeaways from today's episodeResources:- Top Supplements for Alzheimer's Guide - https://bit.ly/drjoshguide - Vegan Sex: Vegans Do It Better by Dr. Joel Kahn - https://www.drjoelkahn.com/product/vegan-sex-vegans-better/Connect with Dr. Joel Kahn, MD, FACC: - Website - https://www.drjoelkahn.com/- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drjkahn/Connect with Dr. Josh Helman, MD:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/greenbrainsMD- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/greenbrainsmd/- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorjosh- TikTok -
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