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 Let's discuss the data showing how switching to a more plant predominant lifestyle can add years to life. The greatest benefit is to start as soon as possible. But the data shows that even if you are 80 years old, you can still gain benefits. 

 In this podcast we look at the role of Vitamin K2 in kidney disease and whether you should supplement with it?  

Vitamin K2 is an essential nutrient for bone health, but did you know it's also linked to heart health, cancer prevention, and even weight loss? In this podcast, I'll cover what vitamin k2 is, why it's important to have enough in your diet, and how it plays a role in everything from heart disease to osteoporosis to chronic kidney disease and even brain health.

What's the link between coffee, tea, and caffeine intake and kidney stones? Let's look at the latest research to see if we can answer this question and explore the mechanism of why this can occur.

In this podcast, we discuss the connection between vitamin D3 and omega 3 fatty acids, and how they impact autoimmune diseases. Are they helpful, harmful and what are some good sources for them? 

 comes to kidney disease and nutrition, the information can get quite confusing. Let's look at the research behind fruits and vegetables in patients undergoing hemodialysis. How does eating fruits and vegetables affect their risk of all-cause mortality, cardiovascular mortality, infection, and cancer mortality? 

 Longevity is one of the most important topics for all of us, but what are the lifestyle factors that increase longevity? And which are the ones that are most effective? In this podcast, I'll cover 5 of the lifestyle factors that have been scientifically proven to increase longevity. Listen to find out! 

 The trendy ketogenic diet promises quick and easy weight loss. Before you try it, learn what this low-carb eating approach could actually mean for your health. Learn the ins and outs of the diet, including risks and benefits 

The dementia diet is a whole food, plant-based approach to treating and preventing dementia and it only takes a few simple changes in your diet. You don't need any fancy ingredients or supplements, the Dementia Diet is made up of whole foods that you can easily find at your local grocery store. Let's look at the research on what are some ideal foods to start adding to your diet today.

Does exercising improve your metabolism and help you burn more calories?  Can you increase weight loss?  I sit down with an evolutionary anthropologist at Duke University, Dr. Herman Pontzer. We dive into his new highly acclaimed book, Burn, to debunk common myths about metabolism, weight loss, and more. 

How do you achieve better nutrition in the quest for a healthier life?   It's not through crash diets or quick-fix schemes.  In this interview, we get to hear Dr. Benjamin Ha's approach to optimizing health through progress over perfection!  Dr. Benjamin Ha is a native of North Carolina but has lived in Bakersfield, California, since 2003. He followed in his father’s footsteps in choosing to become a family physician. During his residency in Long Beach, he fell in love—both with his wife-to-be and Southern California—so he decided to make California his new home. He enjoys visiting new places, spending quality time with family and friends, and exercising.