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This week Dr. Joe Galati comments on the hazards of eating out, and why he feels eating out is indeed a hazard to your health.

During this episode, learn about an awesome NY Times article, by Anahad O'Connor, outlining a well-rounded exercise and fitness program you can follow. Other news items talked about include the dangers of impure supplements, dangers of deli meats, and non-invasive treatments of high blood pressure.

Lastly, for segment III and IV, Dr. Howard Huang, lung disease expert, joins Dr. Galati in studio to talk about lung disease and what you can do to keep your lungs in tip-top shape.

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It's a pleasure to introduce everyone to Dr. Tom MacGillivray, Chief, Cardiac Surgery and Thoracic Transplant

Houston Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates. Dr. MacGillivray is an expert heart surgeon and heads up the heart transplant program at Houston Methodist Hospital, located in the world-famous Texas Medical Center. Together with Dr. Joe Galati, he discusses some of the breakthroughs in open heart surgery, and the questions to ask if you are a patient being considered for open heart surgery.

Back on the program is Helen Yuan, Registered Dietitian, with Liver Specialists of Texas. Helen discussed some of the more common food labeling misconceptions, that leads to poor food choices. She stressed the need to beware of any food products that contain the claim of being "natural".

Lastly, Dr. Galati gives an overview of the best nuts to consider in your diet. How about adding walnuts, sunflower seeds, and soy nuts? These all contain the largest amounts of polyunsaturated fats, which are good for your cholesterol values.

For more information about Dr. Joe Galati and his team, visit www.drjoegalati.com.

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In Episode 6, Dr. Joe Galati shares his experience while on the road traveling to Sicily. With his Sicilian roots, Dr. Galati digs deep into the Sicilian culture through the centuries, and how all of this has impacted the food that is eaten on this relatively small island just off the coast of Italy. Sicily embodies the best of the "Mediterranean Diet", but with their own twist. With a diet high in local vegetables, fruits, nuts, herbs and spices, and of course, olive oil, the Sicilian way of eating is optimal for health and wellness.

Dr. Galati is joined by Eszter Vajda, an expert new anchor, reporter, and journalist, who is the creator and co-executive producer of "You Me & Sicily!" with Alfred M. Zappala. A true Sicilian expert, Eszter shares some of her experiences with Dr. Galati about both the history and culture of Sicily, but also the food.

One of the olive oils from Sicily to consider using is ASARO Olive Oil.

We are all eager to hear from you regarding the Sicilian way of eating. Can you give it a try?

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Dr. Joe Galati is back from his Sicilian vacation, and in Segment 1, he shares some of the things he learned while traveling through the countryside, learning about the people and food of Sicily. There, the Mediterranean Diet is taken seriously, and displayed at every meal they make.

In Segment 2, Dr. Galati talk about how he takes care of patients with "complication" related to diabetes, obesity, fatty liver, GERD, and how the common thread is poor eating habits that leads to obesity - thus obesity is the common thread to obesity. Here, he announces the new program he is offering to have him and his team cook dinner for you and three additional couples. He and his team want to bring back the dinner party at home, and they want to help you get started, and the skills to be successful. E-mail Dr. Galati at his website and send your interest to be selected.

Segment 3, Dr. Galati reviews the gastrointestinal benefits of ginger. Research shows there is some value in various GI disorders.

The month of June is Men's Health Awareness Month. Dr. Galati in Segment 4 reviews some key points regarding screening that you need to be aware of-especially men!

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What a story! Ed Henry from Fox News donated about 30% of his liver to his sister that was in need of a liver transplant as a result of end-stage liver disease. Through a series of amazing twists, I was was asked to appear on Fox and Friends last week to help explain live liver donation, organ transplant, and the overall liver transplant process to the Fox and Friends audience. During this broadcast, Ed Henry announced his decision to donate, in a very emotional segment. For most that saw this genuine outpouring of emotion from Ed, they were very much unfamiliar with organ donation and transplant, let alone a partial liver donation and transplant, and the eventual regeneration of both the donor's liver (i.e. Ed) and his sister who received the transplant (i.e. 30% to 100% in a matter of weeks after transplant).

While we all enjoy these type of human interest stories on TV or the web, this story has struck a chord with America, seeing both the raw emotion displayed, but also the amazing good that organ donation and transplant achieves. Being a small part of this story has been an amazing experience for me, and one I can only hope continues to foster discussion, understanding, awareness, and hope for those thousands of people that are awaiting a transplant.

Check out a video highlight of the story.

For information on ORGAN DONATION, check out this link. Discuss with your family today your wish to be an organ and tissue donor.

Thanks for listening. Send me an e-mail with your comments.

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Houston, Texas

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This week, Justin Batt joins Dr. Joe Galati to talk about his new book, Daddy Saturday, and the program he has developed to foster more intentional parenting for men with children.They both discuss the cross-over association between good parenting skills, fatherhood, and the health and wellness impact that this brings to children, and the family as a whole.

Also on the program, Dr. Galati discusses low blood pressure, and the symptoms (and strategy) you need to be aware of.

Lastly, for this individuals with fatty liver disease, Dr. Galati mentions the opportunity to participate in clinical research studies. For information on this, contact Dr. Galati's practice, Liver Specialists of Texas, for more information, or call them at 713-794-0700 and ask for Teresa for eligibility and details.

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Big treat this week. Eddie Martiny, President and Market Manager of iHeart radio-Houston, joins Dr. Joe Galati and talks about his experience with the Peloton cycle. Eddie recently purchased a Peloton, as did Dr. Galati, and is super excited about adding this cycling experience to his overall work-out routine. They discuss exercise strategies for the busy executive, including the use of cardio, weight training, and a solid nutrition plan. Listen to Eddie and Dr. Galati as they share their common enthusiasm for Peloton and all the cycle - and its digital platform -has to offer.

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It is always a pleasure to have Anahad O'Connor from the NY Times on the radio and podcast joining me. Anahad is one of the rising start at the NY Times, and has written some of the best medical and health related articles recently.

Over the past several weeks, he has written an article titled: Supplements and Diets for Heart Health Show Limited Proof of Benefit-

Some supplements may actually be harmful for cardiovascular health.

The second article we discussed was: Cutting 300 Calories a Day Shows Health Benefits. Yes...cutting out 300 calories a day may save your life (we hope). Both articles (and this podcast) will stimulate smart conversations, for sure.

Don't forget to reach out to me through our website and let me know what you think.

#NYTimes #podcast #vitamins #supplements #obesity #hearthealth #anahadoconnor

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Obesity is the #1 public health concern we face in America. With 75% of adults overweight or obese, this is no small problem. This damaging obesity is the belly fat around the mid-section, which triggers inflammation and tissue damage throughout the body, including the heart and liver.

The untucked shirt movement, which doesn't even look that good from a fashion standpoint, is a cover-up for the expanding girths we are facing. Instead of realizing your clothes are getting tight (due to obesity), and plan to cut down what you're eating and exercise more, the only change is to get clothes that are designed to cover the problem-your gut.

We cannot simply hide the expanding waistline with a cleverly tailored shirt. Resist the untucked movement. Push away from the table, exercise more, and visit your healthcare team. It's that important.

#untuckit #obesity #menshealth #beerbelly

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For the Labor Day episode of The Dr. Joe Galati Podcast, we are discussing some key health topics. Dr. Galati reviews 4 strategies for weight loss, including getting more sleep, high-intensity exercise, and more dietary fiber. These simple steps will lead to improved health.

Unfortunately, colon cancer rates in young men is on the rise. It is felt to be partially related to the food we eat (or the foods we are NOT eating). As a result, screening for #coloncancer is not starting at age 45 (not 50 as it has been for decades).

Lentils are a super food. Dr. Joe Galati discusses a new recipe he tried-and loved it (even his wife was raving about it!).

Lastly, vaping is not good for you.

Visit Dr. Galati at his website, send him an e-mail, and sign-up for a free audio chapter of his new book.

#fattyliver #nutrition #lentils #homecooking #colonoscopy #talkradio

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This past week, I had the great opportunity to have by Dad, who will soon be 95 years old, on the program with me talking about food, cooking, and how the Great Depression impacted his views of food, cooking, and nutrition. Remembering that we lost Mom a few years ago, Dad has been able to remain active, and most importantly, still cook for himself. He is not eating "out of the box" junk food, but made from scratch meals, loaded with nutritious vegetables and protein.

The wisdom he shares is invaluable to all of us, regardless of the stage of life we are all at. Take a listen, and share your feedback with me.

You can always send me a message by going to www.drjoegalati.com, signing up for our newsletter, online assessment, and keeping up-to-date with our offerings.

#greatdepression #nutrition #wellness #podcast #talkradio #cooking #eatingyourselfsick #family

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This past week, I had the great honor to speak with Ed Henry, Chief National Correspondent for Fox News Channel, about his recent live liver donation for his sister, who was in need of a liver transplant. This past July, Ed announced on Fox and Friends that he would be donating a portion of his liver, to be implanted into his sister who was currently awaiting a liver transplant for complications of end-stage liver disease. Ed reported that his sister is doing well post operatively, and that he has recovered as well without any complications. When Ed announced his decision to help his sister, I was asked to appear with Ed to explain what he might experience with the surgery. That broadcast is posted here.

Currently, about 30% of all those waiting for a liver transplant do not survive the wait due to organ shortages. More needs to be done with public education to increase donation of all organs including liver, heart, lung, kidney, and pancreas. Additionally, a single tissue donation can help up to 70 individuals. This story with Ed and his sister Colleen, has increased both the discussion about organ donation and transplant, hopefully starting a trend of greater awareness and understanding. On this podcast, Ed opens up about this transplant experience, and answers questions about transplant, that will encourage everyone to look at organ donation and transplant in a different, more positive light moving forward.

Also on this episode is Kelly Perdue, President and CEO of The Living Bank, and organization based in Houston, dedicated to liver organ donation.

Make sure you share your decision to be an organ donor with your family.

For additional information about organ donation and transplant, check out these following links.

LifeGift

Organ Donation

American Kidney Fund

Transplant Advocacy

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All about #Diabetes-but first we hear from Chuck Garcia, author and communication coach. Dr. Galati and Chuck were roommates at Syracuse University, and even back then, they both realized that they lived in a big world, full of opportunities. Tonight Chuck is kicking off his inaugural episode of his radio program on #77wabc, A Climb to the Top-Stories of Transformation.

In Season 2, Episode 2, Dr. Joe Galatii s joined by two experts in diabetes. Helen Yuan, Registered Dietitian, and Anthony Santos, who is a Nurse Practitioner with clinical experience in diabetes. Both work with Dr. Galati at Liver Specialist of Texas.

In America, 30.3 million Americans, or 9.4% of the population, have diabetes. 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year, and 84.1 million Americans age 18 and older have prediabetes. Clearly, diabetes affects a lot of Americans.

The complications of diabetes are devastating. They include premature cardiovascular disease (stroke and heart attack), kidney failure needing dialysis, fatty liverwhich can lead to cirrhosis, blindness, and the need for amputations. The financial and emotional cost of diabetes is tremendous.

The interview helps to shed light for all those that listen, and it's our hope that we can be impactful and make a change.

Visit our websiteand share your own stories of diabetes.

#diabetes #heartdisease #fattyliver #liverspecialistsoftexas

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This episode of the Dr. Joe Galati Podcast spins a new light on the information we always try to share with our followers. For this program, I am being interviewed by my dear friend, Chuck Garcia. Chuck and I met in 1978, while students at Syracuse University. I followed a path to medicine, while Chuck followed a path the the business world and Wall Street.

Over the past several years, Chuck has shed his business suit to become a college professor, global speaker, and coach. He recently started a weekly radio program on 77WABC in NYC, and talks about the personal transformation people go through. I was honored to have been asked by Chuck to be interviewed a few weeks ago, and I am delighted to share this interview with all of my followers.

To learn more about Chuck Garcia, and all of the services he offers, head to his website.

#aclimbtothetop #chuckgarcia

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This week we cover a broad range of topics of interest. Settle in and listen.

Yes, it is true - Willie Nelson has given up smoking marijuana. We get into the lung effects of smoking pot. Spoiler alert...smoking pot is as bad, or WORSE than smoking tobacco.

Joining the program is Bridget Gleason from Fox News Channel. She is a Booking Producer for Fox and Friends, and we discuss how health and wellness segments are developed for TV. We also cover millennial health concerns. This later topic is a significant health concern facing those of us in healthcare, as well as employers, families, and millennial themselves. The outlook does not look good for them. Action (and education) is needed. That's why we are here.

Websites to remember:

Radio site: Your Health First

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

YouTube Channel

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Happy Holidays.

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A real treat this episode. The program is co-hosted by Bridget Gleason, Booking Producer for Fox & Friends, seen on the Fox News Channel. She and Dr. Joe Galati tackle current health issues in the news, including millennial health concerns, cancer and modest alcohol use, anti-depressive effects of the Mediterranean Diet, as well as the positive health consequences of youth sports. Ray Yslas, acclaimed percussionist from the legendary band CHICAGO calls in to discuss health related strategies while touring on the road with Americas most famous rock and roll band.

Stay in tune with us through our website.

#chicagotheband #rayyslas #millenialhealth #alcoholabuse #liverdisease #cirrhosis #youthsports #mediterraneandiet

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This week on Your Health First, Dr. Garth Davis joins Dr. Joe Galati discussing obesity, a plat based diet, and intermittent fasting. There has been growing interest in fasting, and Dr. Davis and Galati weigh in.

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Mike Emanuel, chief congressional correspondent and senior political correspondent for FOX News Channel (FNC) joined Dr. Joe Galati this past weekend to discuss his Greek heritage, and the impact of the Mediterranean Diet on his own (and families) health and wellness. Dr. Galati is also joined by Dr. James M. Wilson, a cardiologist in the Texas Medical Center.

Mike gives honest insight into his family upbringing in New Jersey, and his recent travels through Greece. Mike's Instagram feed is here.

Dr. Galati also made mention of a recent lecture Mike gave at Rutgers University, his alma mater, sharing his personal and professional journey. This is well worth a look, and most importantly, have your teens and college age children take a view. Learn from Mike Emanuel what it takes to be successful.

Spoiler alert...it takes hard work.

Enjoy. Send me your feedback at this link.

#mikeemanuel #mediterraneandiet #greeklifestyle #healthyeating #wellness #foxnewschannel

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Dr. Mike Wilson, cardiologist in the Texas Medical Center, sits with Dr. Joe Galati and explains details on artrial fibrillation.

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This week, you'll get a detailed discussion of the pros and cons of drinking V-8 juice. We try to outline some of the advertising strategies they use to give you a false sense of security, in making you feel like this is a perfect substitute for eating FRESH fruits and veggies. It is NOT. The best I can say right now, and of course listen for more details, is that V-8 may serve as a good substitute for a sugary, low nutrition snack. A serving of V-8 is better than a bag of chips, double-stuffed cookie, or killer coffee drink. I do not feel that this, in any way, replaces the necessary servings of fruits and vegetables we so desperately need to maintain health each and every day.

Where I do have a major issue is with the advertising, on the coattails of the original V-8 products, that all of their new "Fruit and Veggie Blends" are of the same make-up as the original formulation. They are not. It's a well marketed version of a sweetened fruit juice. Sugar, water, and no fiber.

For information on V-8 products, check out this link.

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#Coronavirus has been in the news now for the past few weeks and the public has numerous questions about it, and want to know if they are at risk. Dr. Jay Murthy, a lung expert, joins Dr. Joe Galati as they review the most common questions about Coronavirus.

Don't forget, subscribe to our podcast, and sign-up for our newsletter to keep up to date with all of our health and wellness news.

Here are a few current links to review and share.

CDC Coronavirus Page

WHO Coronavirus

NY Times Review Coronavirus

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HEADLINE: INCREASED ALCOHOL-RELATED DEATHS IN THE UNITED STATES!

So, what are we to do about this?

George Joseph, CEO of Positive Recovery Centers in Houston, is an expert on this subject. He joined Dr. Joe Galati this week on Your Health First, and shared his 30+ years of experience in the recovery space on how we have to start addressing this public health crisis.

#positiverecovery #alcoholism #alcoholabuse #addiction #recovery

Stay in tune with us through our website.

Websites to remember:

Radio site: Your Health First

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

YouTube Channel

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

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Mike Emanuel with Fox News Channel, the Chief Congressional Correspondent, and Senior Political Correspondent joined Dr. Joe Galati this week to give the Washington perspective of the COVID-19 pandemic.

#covid19

#coronavirus

#podcast

#preventcovid19

#pandemic

#foxnewschannel

#iheartradio

#yourhealthfirst

#drjoegalati

#mikeemanuel

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This past weekend, Jackie DeAngelis with Fox Business, joined Dr. Joe Galati and discussed the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jackie has been a broadcasted with Fox Business since 2019, and prior to that was at CNBC and Yahoo Financial.

Dr. Galati will also provide an overview of strategies we all need to follow to reduce the chances of becoming infected and ill from this sinister virus.

#covid19 #covid_19 #coronavirus #stopcovid19

Links of interest are posted below:

CDC Website

President's Coronavirus Statement

COVID-19 Situation Summary

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This week, Brian Kilmeade from Fox News Channel joins Dr. Joe Galati to discuss COVID-19, and the impact on the nation. Brial also takes a few minutes to share some of his own secrets to his success in TV and radio.

Edward Lawrence from Fox Business also comes on to give an update on what's happen on Wall Street.

#covid19 #foxnewschannel #briankilmeade #talkradio #podcast #iheartradio #foxnewsradio

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This past week, Internal Medicine specialist Dr. Sam Pappas joined Dr. Galati to talk about the impact of chronic medical conditions and the outcome in COVID-19 patients. These chronic conditions include:

• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Obesity
• Fatty liver and cirrhosis
• COPD and chronic lung disease
• Alcohol abuse and alcoholism
• Cancer
• Chronic kidney disease
• Dementia

The vast majority of these conditions can be prevented with lifestyle changes.

Stay in tune with us through our website.

Websites to remember:

Radio site: Your Health First

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

YouTube Channel

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

#covid19 #chronicdisease #diabetes #fattyliver #cirrhosis #obesity #alcoholism #copd #kidneydisease #dementia

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This podcast, kicking off Season 3, is dedicated (mostly) to a disease dreaded by all: Multiple Sclerosis. On the podcast we have an expert in MS, Dr. Julia Jones, a neurologist at Houston Methodist Hospital. She explains the general risks for developing MS, as well as the presenting symptoms, initial diagnostic tests, and possible treatment options.

Later on Janice Dean, Fox News Channel Chief Meteorologist, who has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, comes on to share her own MS journey. Her book, Mostly Sunny - How I learned to Keep Smiling Through the Rainiest Days not only outlines her MS, but also is a personal story about the many challenges she has faced throughout her life. It is an inspirational read for everyone. Pick it up today!

PODCAST OUTLINE

Dr. Joe Galati episode overview: 00:46-06:00

Update on COVID- 19: 11:00-13:44

Dr. Julia Jones/Multiple Sclerosis: 14:00-24:34

Janice Dean Part 1: 24:44-36:40

Janice Dean Part 2: 36:45-44:05

Stay in tune with us through our website.

Websites to remember:

Radio site: Your Health First

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

YouTube Channel

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

#MS #multiplesclerosis #covid19 #foxnewschannel #foxandfriends #neurology

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So it’s summertime. Your long-awaited time off from work, the kids are off from school, and the dream trip to Europe or some far flung place is waiting for you. Unfortunately a little thing called COVID-19 has gotten in the way. Due to travel restrictions, global alerts, personal transmission and social distancing, vacation travel of all types are being put on hold. Summer camp for the kids is being modified, and everyone is faced with the idea of “what are we going to do this summer?". I am joined this week by Dr. Sam Pappas, and internal medicine physician from Northern Virginia, along with Chuck Garcia, an executive coach and consultant in New York City. Both share their ideas on how to handle summer vacations this year.

Websites to remember:

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

YouTube Channel

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This week Dr. Joe Galati is discussing the important of men's health, and in particular, the health of our dads. Put simply, when men (our dads) have to deal with a chronic medical condition, they will be less available for their children and families. Instead of concentrating of the family dynamics, and what makes a great family, they are sidetracked with their own health concerns. Ill dads have the potential for less earning capacity, greater potential for disability, and premature death. All of these factors negatively impact their children, their success, and their future.Take a listen, follow our podcast, and send feedback.

Websites to remember:

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

YouTube Channel

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This episode Dr. Joe Galati interviews Dr. Mike Wilson, a cardiologist in Houston's Texas Medical Center. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of heart attacks being seen in the emergency room is down by 30%. This is due to fear of going the the ER, and contracting COVID. Instead, patients sit home with symptoms and neglect getting the care they need. Dr. Wilson details risk factors, symptoms of heart attack and other related diseases, and why it's important to seek help immediately. Call 911 if you have chest pain or shortness of breath.

#covid19 #covid #heartattack #stroke #heartdisease

Listen and learn.

Other topics this week include summer safety tips now that summer is here. make sure you stay safe this summer.

Websites to remember:

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

YouTube Channel

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This past week we had the pleasure of having #NYTimes writes Anahad O'Connor join Dr. Joe Galati to discuss his latest article. Titled "Should we be Drinking Less?" explores the proof that alcohol is good for us, and the medical science claims. On a deeper dive, there are conflicting results that add to the confusion around alcohol use. Tonight, Anahad takes a deep dive and explains what he wrote. Bottom line: a little may be fine, but more than that is harmful.

Websites to remember:

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

YouTube Channel

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Fatty Liver Disease, also known as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease or #NASH, is a leading cause of chronic liver disease, #cirrhosis, and liver cancer in the United States. Fatty liver develops in individuals who have a condition called "metabolic syndrome". Metabolic syndrome includes truncal obesity (belly fat), type-2 diabetes, hypertension, and elevated cholesterol or triglycerides. Fatty liver disease is a leading cause of liver failure that requires liver transplantation.

The global obesity epidemic that we are facing is the single most important driving force behind the cases of fatty liver disease we see. An astounding 100 million people have fatty liver disease in the US. If left unaddressed, fatty liver disease has the potential to cause significant disability and mortality. It’s been shown that individuals with fatty liver disease have an increased "all cause mortality", which in simple terms meaning you’re going to die earlier.

Another tragic part of the fatty liver disease story is that our children are being affected by this, and are developing chronic liver disease, diabetes, and heart disease decades earlier. In my opinion, this is our number one public health threat, and unfortunately many in the medical community and politics have simply ignored it.

In this podcast, you’ll hear from Dr. Eric Lawitz, a liver expert and renowned researcher in the area fatty liver disease. Helen Yuan, RD will be joining us discussing the nutritional strategies to begin turning the tide on this devastating disease.

Websites to remember:

Medical Practice: Liver Specialists of Texas

Book Site: Eating Yourself Sick

Facebook: Dr. Joe Galati

Dr. Galati's YouTube: YouTube Channel

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#fattyliver #nonalcoholicfattyliver #livertransplant #livercancer #type2diabetes #obesity #childhoodobesity #hepatitis #liverspecialist #clinicalresearch

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This week I have two very special guests joining me. 

The first is Michael Garfield, who is a permanent fixture on the Houston radio landscape. Michael and his weekly program, the High-Tech Texan, airs every Saturday morning between 11:00 and 1:00 PM on 950 KPRC. Michael is an expert on everything technology related, and he is going to share his insight and thoughts on technology issues that we're facing as the Covid pandemic persists. With everyone working from home, and taking advantage of online exercise classes, online cooking, and substituting the online movie experience for the closed mega theater, I am wondering if this is putting a significant crunch on the internet bandwidth we all need. Listen along and see what the High-Tech Texan has to say!

The next topic will be delving into is constipation. For many, this is just an embarrassing conversation to have, or the butt of a joke. The reality is, Constipation is a significant problem that many people face. This is not just a condition of old people, but I see in my own practice an unusually high number of people in their early 20s with constipation causing significant problems for them. While it's true that Constipation becomes more problematic as we age, the global problem of obesity and its low fiber, low nutrition foods that many are eating, is a driving force when we talk about constipation. The human body was not meant to eat processed foods. 

A worlds expert on constipation, all things digestive, is my good friend and colleague Dr. Eamonn Quigley. He'll be sharing his expert knowledge on Constipation and how we need to think about it. 

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Dr. Howard Huang from Houston Methodist Hospital joins Dr. Galati, and gives an update on #COVID19 and the recent infection that President Trump experienced. He will discuss new therapeutics, and what lessons have been learned.

Also, Becky Vance, who is the President and CEO of Drug Prevention Resources, will come on and shed light on the current state of affairs with regard to addiction and alcohol abuse. The impact of COVID-19 triggering a spike in addiction and overdoses will be discussed in detail.

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Each year, approximately 43,000 new cases of #livercancer are diagnosed, and approximately 31,000 people will die. Liver cancer rates have tripled since 1980, most likely due to increased rates of #hepatitisC, #fattyliver, and #hepatitisB. This week on Dr. Galati‘s weekly radio program, Your Health First, he interviewed Dr. Sudha Kodali, a partner of his at Houston Methodist Hospital. They discussed the underlying risk factors for liver cancer, the need to know your liver test results, and not ignore subtle abnormalities of you are liver chemistries.

One of the growing public health concerns that we have been speaking about for years is related to the global obesity epidemic which resulted in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, a leading cause of liver cancer. Left untreated, liver cancer is universally fatal.

Being aware of your risk factors, and getting early intervention, can lead to an excellent outcome.

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Mike Emanuel, who currently serves as chief congressional correspondent and senior political correspondent for FOX News Channel (FNC), joins us this weekend to discuss his experience covering President Trump and his recent case of COVID-19. Mike shares his insight on the reaction to the President's illness, various screening strategies for news correspondence and politicians in DC, and the overall feel for what was happening in Washington during this Presidential health crisis.

#covid19 #covidpandemic #mikeemanuel #foxnewschannel #talkradio #iheartradio #ktrh #podcast #presidenttrump

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Tonight on Your Health First, Dr. Joe Galati reflects on the politics of #covid19. #Election2020 is days away, and he offers his political perspective from a physicians viewpoint.

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This week on the Dr. Joe Galati podcast, we are talking about the month of November being Stomach Cancer Awareness month. There is a lot of information to gather here, considering many of the common G.I. complaints that people have could be early warning signals that something more serious is wrong. Don’t ignore the symptoms that are perceived as being OK to have, such as bloating, nausea, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Like all serious conditions, early intervention is the key to long-term survival.

Making a return visit is Dr. Sudha Kodali, answering some additional questions about liver cancer from her October appearance on the program. Check out that podcast here. Here again, it's the awareness of our own personal risk factors, and symptoms that we need to be familiar with.

Lastly, some exciting new research out of Sweden is indicating that exercise increases the function of the CD8+ white blood cells in fighting different types of cancer. Yet another reason to get up, dust off your sneakers, and get moving.

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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

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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

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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

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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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This week we turn to finding the truth in various medical myths related to heart disease. Dr. Joe Galati recently had a conversation with Dr. Randeep Suneja. Dr. Suneja is a cardiologist based in Katy, Texas. His practice is Cardiology Center of Houston, and they specialize in all facets of heart disease and intervention.

Patients and consumers are inundated with an enormous number of health claims, many of which are simply not true. During this episode of Dr. Galati's weekly radio program, Your Health First, Dr. Galati goes over some of the more popular medical myths and tries to find the truth to set the record straight for everyone.

#cardiology #heartdisease #hypertension #americanheartmonth

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This week on Your Health First, Dr. Galati talked about the deep freeze that hit Texas this past week. He discusses the personal preparation that should always be taken to prevent loss of life and property. He also makes the connection between the preparation you need to take for these natural disasters and the preparation you need to take to maintain your own good health. #texasfreeze #preparation

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This week, Dr. Joe Galati covers a wide-range of current health topics.

(1) Bile Duct Cancer (aka Cholangiocarcinoma): Dr. Sudha Kodali from Houston Methodist Hospital joined us to give an overview of the risk factors and symptoms associated with bile duct cancer.

(2) Covid-19 Vaccine Update: Dr. Howard Huang, the Director of the Lung Transplant program at Houston Methodist, provided an update to the Covid-19 vaccine efforts, as well as the opening of Texas as recently announced.

(3) Update on Kidney Disease: Dr. Juan Olivero - a kidney expert, gaves an overview of what you need to know to keep your kidneys healthy.

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This week on the radio, Dr. Galati reviews a number of current news stories that were making headlines. There is growing research that exercise improves memory and cognitive function in older adults and in another study, there’s evidence that exercise is beneficial in slowing the rate of decline in patients with Parkinson’s Disease. He also discusses the current data indicating that opioid use and opioid deaths pre-dated the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, shedding new light on just how big of a problem - from a public health and societal standpoint - the opioid epidemic is, and continues to be. #opiodepidemic #opioiddeaths #dementia

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In honor of Mother's Day this week, we dedicated this program to discussing women's health, and strategies to talk about it and make sure we are all taking care of the women in our lives.

Additionally, the health of millennials is on the decline with approximately 44% of them having at least one chronic illness. The overall health of these 40 year olds is much less than expected. Check out this alarming article.

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This week Chuck Garcia joins Dr. Joe Galati and talks about emotional intelligence. Chuck is an executive coach in emotional intelligence, and we consider the possibility of linking the study of emotional intelligence and how we look at our own wellness. Take a listen and see what we come up with.

Talking about other items in the news, research shows that TV shrinks your gray matter and we talk about it. Another study...Bacteria in the gut, the intestinal microbiome, is more key than ever in maintaining wellness.

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So here we are in August 2021, and we are still talking about the COVID-19 pandemic. Just when we thought we would be getting our lives back under control, the delta variant emerged. The initial excitement about the vaccine has waned, and we are once again seeing a surge of cases in our hospitals and intensive care units.

There continues to be confusion about wearing masks, how we conduct ourselves in public, what is the real story on breakthrough cases in those that have been previously vaccinated, and how do we addressed those that simply are not interested in getting vaccinated?

Unfortunately, the public health experts that we rely on, as well as our political leaders, are finding it more and more difficult to provide the general public with a coherent set of recommendations and guidelines that we can live by. This inconsistent messaging only feeds the fire of noncompliance, and of course, more cases and the potential for more deaths.

This week on our weekly radio program, Your Health First, it was a pleasure to have back on Dr. David Pate. Following his long tenure at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital in Houston's Texas Medical Center, he relocated to Idaho where he was president and CEO of the St. Luke's Health System. Recently retired, he has done an excellent job of articulate what we need to know regarding COVID-19, the vaccine, and what we should all be thinking about. I highly suggest all of you subscribe to his blog, and follow his thoughts each week.

#covid #civid19 #covid19vaccine #coronavirus #pandemic

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The COVID-19 pandemic is no closer to being over than it was six-months ago. There are several reasons for this including the emergence of the Delta-variant, vaccine hesitancy, breakthrough cases in those vaccinated, ongoing infections in the elderly, immunosuppressed, and those with various chronic conditions.

Dr. Joe Galati spends some time this past week on Your Health First sharing his thoughts on this.

#covid19 #pandemic #covidvaccine #coronavirus

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A little something different this week! Dr. Joe Galati is a guest on the Jeb Bashaw podcast, called a Texan's View of the World. Jeb discusses a wide range of topics, including the cost of wellness. He and Dr. Galati talk about various health and wellness topics in a most lively format.

#costofwellness #executivehealth #investments #wellness #obesity #hypertension #covid19 #fattyliver #eatingyourselfsick

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This past week on our weekly radio show, Your Health First, our special guest was Dr. Joseph Rogers, the new President and CEO of the world famous Texas Heart Institute located in the Texas Medical Center. During the interview, we asked Dr. Rogers a number of questions about heart disease and what the average consumer needs to know.

Topics we talked about include understanding risk factors for heart disease, understanding the new American Heart Association guidelines for the control of high blood pressure, the role of statins and their safety, as well as being familiar with symptoms you may have that are associated with serious heart problems. He also discussed the need to know your cholesterol, even at an early age, say 20 years old. The better you understand personal risk factors, the sooner lifestyle changes can be adjusted, medical interventions can be made, and your overall health, wellness, and survival can benefit.

#americanheart #hearthealth #highbloodpressure #cholesterol #texasheartinstitute #heartattack #talkradio #iheartradio

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This week on the radio Dr. Howard Huang, Medical Director of the Lung Transplant program at Houston Methodist Hospital joined Dr. Joe Galati to share the latest updates on COVID-19 vaccinations, boosters shots, and reasons to remain cautious. The pandemic is far from over, and we all still need to be careful.

#pandemic #covid19 #covid19vaccination #boostervaccine

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Let's exercise properly.

This week on the radio, we had Brent Gallagher, owner and performance coach add Avenu Fitness, based in Houston, Texas. Brent shared his years of experience as a trainer with our audience, providing valuable insight and strategies to establish an exercise routine.

Considering the struggles we’ve all been through with the COVID-19 pandemic, we need to refocus on our own health and wellness. Exercise will always play a vital role in preventing chronic disease, as well as maintaining an appropriate weight, blood pressure, and blood sugar. Like anything else in life, there’s a right way and a wrong way to do something, and this also applies to how we exercise.

Brent presents a very logical approach to exercise, an approach that will maximize the likelihood of success.

Check out more information on Brent Gallagher and Avenu Fitness. They can be reached by calling 281.888.5393.

#exercise #talkradio #iheartradio #obesity #fattyliver

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Today, don't wait til that nagging lump turns into a tumor. Learn to be proactive because only you can be your best advocate for your wellness.

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You have to become the best healthcare advocate for yourself and your family. Unfortunately, no one else cares as much as you!

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The billion dollar soft drink market with all of the non-sweetened carbonated drinks may cause harm to your teeth.

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This past week Dr. Galati spoke with Dr. Archana Sadhu, and expert in the management of diabetes. This is part 1 of a two-part series.

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This past week Dr. Galati spoke with Dr. Archana Sadhu, and expert in the management of diabetes. This is part 2 of a two-part series.

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Recently on The Catholic Channel, SiriusXM channel 129, we had the opportunity to interview Marie and Daniel Murray, who shared the story of their daughter Zelie. Zelie was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, and has endured numerous surgeries and hospitalizations since birth. Marie and Daniel shared the role their Catholic faith played during this most difficult journey.

An expert in congenital heart disease, Dr. Wayne Franklin, Co Director, Heart Center at Phoenix Children's Hospital, shared his experience with congenital heart disease.

#congenitalheartdisease #hypoplasticleftheart #birthdefects #drwaynefranklin #catholicchannel #siriusxm #talkradio #yourhealthfirst #iheartradio

Helpful Links to Share:

Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome

CDC-Congenital Heart Disease

Healthy Hearts in Kids

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Obesity in the United States is a major health concern. 75% of the population is overweight or obese. The management of obesity is of keen interest, and there is disagreement as to how obesity should be addressed and managed. The complications of obesity include coronary artery disease, diabetes, fatty liver and cirrhosis, an increased risk of cancer, stroke, heart attack, and an increase in disability. Doctor Garth Davis, and accomplished bariatric surgeon, joined Dr. Galati on YOUR HEALTH FIRST this past week. They talked about the medical management of obesity, as well as surgical options for weight loss. Dr. Davis can be reached by going to WWW.DRGARTHDAVIS.COM.

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Welcome to PART 2 of our conversation with Dr. Garth Davis discussing obesity in America.

Obesity in the United States is a major health concern. 75% of the population is overweight or obese. The management of obesity is of keen interest, and there is disagreement as to how obesity should be addressed and managed. The complications of obesity include coronary artery disease, diabetes, fatty liver and cirrhosis, an increased risk of cancer, stroke, heart attack, and an increase in disability. Doctor Garth Davis, and accomplished bariatric surgeon, joined Dr. Galati on YOUR HEALTH FIRST this past week. They talked about the medical management of obesity, as well as surgical options for weight loss. Dr. Davis can be reached by going to WWW.DRGARTHDAVIS.COM.

Please listen to the prior podcast episode, and the 2 future segments to be released this week.

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Welcome to PART 3 of our conversation with Dr. Garth Davis discussing obesity in America.

Obesity in the United States is a major health concern. 75% of the population is overweight or obese. The management of obesity is of keen interest, and there is disagreement as to how obesity should be addressed and managed. The complications of obesity include coronary artery disease, diabetes, fatty liver and cirrhosis, an increased risk of cancer, stroke, heart attack, and an increase in disability. Doctor Garth Davis, and accomplished bariatric surgeon, joined Dr. Galati on YOUR HEALTH FIRST this past week. They talked about the medical management of obesity, as well as surgical options for weight loss. Dr. Davis can be reached by going to WWW.DRGARTHDAVIS.COM.

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Gift Giving Ideas!

This time of the year, we enjoy talking about holiday gift giving, and we try to share some ideas with our listeners regarding gifts that may support health and wellness. Different categories of gifts include those related to the kitchen and cooking, which hopefully will encourage the gift receiver to get a bit more creative in the kitchen and prepare more home cooked meals. As we've spoken about before, nothing is going to beat a home cooked meal with regard to nutrition and it's supporting wellness.

Other gift categories include those related to exercise and fitness, be it the various forms of apparel that we wear to have a more comfortable workout, or some of the new wearable technology to give feedback on how you are performing.

Regardless of the cost or category of gift, all I ask is that you think about sharing gifts that will be fun, but also promote some aspect of wellness for the end user of the gift.

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This podcast is dedicated to chapter 5 of Dr. Galati’s book, EATING YOURSELF SICK. As the title implies, it is an outline of taking control of your health. It's so important to realize that we do have significant control over our destiny from a health and wellness standpoint and that paying a bit of attention to our own health will have lifelong implications, and overall a decrease in chronic disease. 

The complete audio version of the book is available on audible.com, as well as hardcopy editions through Amazon or Kindle versions.

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Dr. Joe Galati on this weeks radio program lists his top 7 recommendations for a healthy 2022. They include:

1. Weighing yourself daily
2. Know the medicines you are on
3. Limit alcohol use
4. Avoid all supplements
5. Know your family history
6. Know your blood pressure
7. Know your medicines

Starting with these topics will give you an excellent jump-start to a healthy 2022.

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The month of February is American Heart Month. This is the time we like to discuss heart risk factors, symptoms, and various disease states.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death, but something we can get control over with lifestyle modifications.

Dr. Randeep Suneja is our guest this week. More information about Dr. Suneja and his practice can be found here.

Links to share:

American Heart Association

CDC Heart Facts

Coronary Heart Disease-NIH

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This week on YOUR HEALTH FIRST, we had the pleasure of interviewing 2 new team members of LIVER SPECIALISTS OF TEXAS.

Lauren McNamara, registered dietitian along with Natalie Amante, physician assistant, sat down and spoke with DR. JOE GALATI regarding the role of nutrition, obesity, and metabolic syndrome in the eventual development, and reversal, of non alcoholic fatty liver disease. Fatty liver disease is the leading cause of chronic inflammation of the liver, the leading cause of cirrhosis and liver cancer, and the leading disease of the liver that ultimately results in the need for a liver transplant.

The vast majority of the cases of fatty liver disease are a direct result of obesity, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol or triglycerides, and hypertension. Collectively these disorders are called metabolic syndrome. For more information about Lauren McNamara and Natalie Amante, visit LIVER SPECIALISTS OF TEXAS and all of our practice related information.

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This past week on the radio, we had Natalie Amante, physician assistant at Liver Specialist of Texas, talking about understanding your personal dashboard.

We have talked about this topic extensively in the past, but it is always worth bringing up again. Considering the patients we see, especially those with acute and chronic liver disease, there is a general misunderstanding of the importance of abnormal labs and other testing results. To maintain one's health, it is necessary to fully understand the implications of these abnormal lab test results, and similarly, abnormal x-rays or scans that are done.

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Jaime Gomez, MD, a cardiologist in Brownsville, Texas, joined Dr. Joe Galati recently on the radio to discuss some of the more common questions in heart disease and disease prevention.

Links of interest:

Diabetes and Heart Disease

Metabolic Syndrome

Stroke

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Thanks for visiting our podcast site. Lots of health and wellness information to share.

• This week we feature an interview with Jackie DeAngelis, financial correspondent with Fox Business Network. Jackie spoke with Dr. Galati and shared her recent diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. The interview originally aired on SiriusXM, channel 129, The Catholic Channel. The statistics on breast cancer and additional information is available here.

• Dr. Galati also shared his own personal experience with breast cancer in him mother, who was a two-time breast cancer survivor.

• Can your diet prevent dementia? An article from the NYT outlines a dietary plan to reduce the chance of age-related cognitive decline. Hint: lots of fresh fruits and veggies are the foundation of this plan, and make sure you follow the Mediterranean and MIND diets. Listen for more details.

• We also share with you a new phrase to consider: "Making Visible the Invisible". Dr. Galati recently spoke in Las Vegas and shared this concept. All too often both patients and physicians are blind to medical problems that are seen in open sight. Seeing problems early is life saving.

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This past week on Your Health First, Dr. Briana Costello with the Texas Heart Institute, shared her experience on metabolic syndrome and its role in heart disease and fatty liver. Metabolic syndrome generally consists of: obesity (specifically belly fat), pre or type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and increased levels of cholesterol. Fatty liver is seen in the vast majority of such cases of metabolic syndrome. Unfortunately, those with metabolic syndrome have an increased chance of developing serious heart complication - such as heart attack, stroke, and premature death.

For more information about Dr. Costello and the Texas Heart Institute, visit these links.

#metabolicsyndrome

#texasheartinstitute

#fattyliver

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Chuck Garcia joins Dr. Joe Galati further discussing the definition of "the cost of wellness". Considering the amount of chronic disease we see in our practice, understanding what cost of wellness means is an important ant starting point.

#wellness

#chuckgarcia

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This is one of the shorter podcast episodes Doctors Galati is sharing with you. The central theme here is, once again, the cost of wellness. He shares a real-life story of a friend and colleague who has suddenly become ill. For most of us, these sudden illnesses are never planned or anticipated. They catch us when we least suspect it. As a result, ongoing lack of attention to your health and wellness does have its consequences when you are most vulnerable. If you have challenges with obesity, address it today; if you've been told that your physician that your cholesterol or blood sugar is just a “touch” elevated, address it today; if you just aren't feeling well, check in with your doctor today and get things addressed.

#wellness #wellnessjourney

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Every month, Dr Galati has a special broadcast on The Catholic Channel, which airs on SiriusXM radio channel 129. This past month, his special guest was Frater Giovanni Dodd, from the Saint Michael's Abbey in Orange County, California. Giovanni shared with Dr. Galati not only the discipline related to the schedule at the Abby, but also the significant impact on his health this kind of strict religious formation schedule has had on his overall health.

#thecatholicchannel #stmichaelsabby #wellness #religiousdiscipline #siriusxm #talkradio

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This week on Your Health First, Dr. Sam Pappas, an Internal Medicine physician in Northern Virginia, talks with Dr. Galati about the latest in Covid-19 care.

Since the start of the pandemic, Dr. Pappas has been aggressive in managing his outpatients with Covid-19, making use of a wide variety of therapies.

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This week on , we spent time talking about modifiable risk factors to reduce your chance of developing cancer. The special guest this week was oncologist Susan Escudier, who practices at Texas Oncology .

With regard to cancer, there are multiple modifiable lifestyle changes that can have a big impact on the eventual risk for cancer and its development. The American Cancer Society recently published data indicating that 42% of cancer cases and 45% of cancer deaths in the United states are linked to modifiable risk factors. In other words, these cases could be prevented. Based on recent data, that translates to 660,000 cancer cases and 265,000 cancer deaths that could have been prevented.

The main modifiable risk factors include smoking, secondhand smoke, obesity, excessive alcohol intake, eating red and processed meats, diets low in fruits and vegetables as well as dietary calcium, physical inactivity, UV radiation, and specific cancer associated infections including H. pylori, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, herpesvirus type 8, HIV, and human papilloma virus.

In the weeks to come on the radio, we are going to continue this series of modifiable lifestyle changes and focus on other disease states including heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, dementia, lung disease, and diabetes. Stay tuned for these upcoming programs. Make sure you sign up for our newsletter so that you stay up to date on all of these future learning activities will be sharing with you.

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This past Friday morning, Dr. Galati was a guest on THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT, a great radio program that is hosted by Frank Morano.

The program originates in New York City on 77 WABC. Frank and Dr. Galati talked about the obesity crisis, including the obesity crisis in young children and teenagers. They talked about why this is happening, and strategies for everyone to become a better consumer of healthcare and to raise your health IQ.

Information about THE OTHER SIDE OF MIDNIGHT and Frank Morano can be obtained here.

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This podcast episode features Bob Delaney, author of the new book Heroes are Human: Lessons in Resilience, Courage, and Wisdom from the Covid Front Lines. The interview we had with Bob was part of the Sirius XM-Catholic Channel series that aired this past week. Bob Delaney was born and bred in Paterson, New Jersey, joined the New Jersey, State Police, and spent three years working undercover infiltrating the mob in New Jersey. Following this experience, Bob was plagued by post traumatic stress. After his law enforcement career, he became an NBA referee and spent 25 years in the league.

Bob has written three books, sharing his life experiences and his expertise in post traumatic stress, and the emotional trauma that we all experience.

You can pick up his book here.

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This weeks YOUR HEALTH FIRST is dedicated to better understanding liver health, and how to begin thinking about raising your health IQ.

Our registered dietitian comes on to discuss our new e-Book filled with health recipes for the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday. Eating healthy can be filled with flavor.

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Early this morning, I was interviewed by Frank Morano, who hosts The Other Side of Midnight on 77WABC in New York City. We discussed fatty liver, obesity, and strategies to stay healthy and prevent chronic liver disease. The Other Side of Midnight is a weeknight show on between 1 am and 5 am EST and covers a wide range of topics. Outside of the New York metro area, it can be picked up through wabc.com or the iHeartRadio app.

Links of interest regarding fatty liver are below:

HEALTH LITERACY

DIET AND FATTY LIVER

EATING YOURSELF SICK

FATTY LIVER DISEASE INFO FROM THE NIH

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On our latest SiriusXM radio program, I sat and spoke with Al Danto.

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This episode is from an interview with Jackie DeAngelis, Fox Business Network correspondent, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. Jackie updated us on her recent diagnosis of breast cancer and her continued recovery.

Diagnosed in 2021, she elected to undergo a bilateral mastectomy to reduce the chance of any further recurrence of the cancer. A big physical and emotional undertaking, Jackie was kind enough to share her story with us.

Breast cancer links of interest we want to share:

Breast cancer overview

CDC: Breast cancer

National Cancer Institute: Breast cancer overview

Breast cancer awareness

What is a mastectomy?

Obesity and breast cancer

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Happy 2023! For this podcast episode, I want to share with you an unexpected medical emergency I faced right before Christmas, which warranted emergent surgery. All turned out well, and on the grand scheme of things it brought to light an important health and wellness concept I want to share with you all.

Getting perfectly honest with yourself, are you, right now, prepare to undergo any kind of emergency surgery, emergency procedure, or face an unexpected health crisis? It's very well known that if you are not in optimal medical health, any type of minor emergency that you face is going to be associated with unwanted complications. Those individuals that have chronic medical conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, liver disease, and kidney disease are going to fare far worse than those without these chronic conditions. So with that said, what are you doing to prepare yourself for these possible scenarios? The vast majority of chronic illnesses can be medically managed (or better yet prevented) reducing the risk of these medical/surgical complications. 

With the New Year starting, this would be a great objective for all of us. Take inventory, see what health and wellness issues need to be addressed, and get it taken care of.

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Suffering a #stroke is a devastating medical complication. In this #podcast, we go over the various symptoms of stroke, the need to act quickly and initiate emergency medical services, and the risk factors of stroke. The hope is that after listening to this segment, you can make the necessary changes to reduce your risk of developing stroke.

The risk factors for stroke include the following:

·      a prior transient ischemic attack

·      high blood pressure

·      diabetes

·      obesity

·      smoking

The symptoms of a stroke may include:

·      headache

·      blurred vision

·      unsteady gait

·      slurred speech

·      arm or leg weakness

·      confusion

Individuals that are experiencing these symptoms need to follow the acronym FAST which stands for: Facial weakness - Arm weakness – Speech difficulty – Time (call 911 immediately).

Following these general guidelines will ensure the greatest chance of survival and limited brain damage. delay in accessing the emergency medical system is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Information from the CDC on stroke is available here.

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This week we share with you a brief podcast episode which came from this past Sunday evening. On the radio, I talked about the various mentoring activities I been involved in over the past several years, working with high school students through young entrepreneur's. The theme of personal and business success is commitment, a sincere desire to achieve, put in the time, and do not take any shortcuts. It dawned on me that these same methodologies applied to your own good health. To remain healthy, you need to remain committed. You also need a sincere approach to your own health and not take shortcuts. Just like working towards a successful career takes time, not putting in the time for her own health is associated with less than adequate results.

Feel free to share this podcast with those you feel would benefit most. Of course we want you to follow us along on your favorite podcast site making sure you never miss a single episode.

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#livertransplant

#roboticsurgery

#houstonmethodist

#liveliverdonation

This podcast discusses robotic surgery, specifically robotic surgery for live liver donor transplant.

The two experts that are with me in the studio today are Dr. Yee Lee Cheah and Dr. Caroline Simon. Both are transplant surgeons that are at Houston Methodist Hospital and the JC Walter Jr Transplant Center. Doctors Cheah and Simon, who are both experienced experts in robotic liver surgery, share their years of insight and experience speaking about the expanding role of robotic surgery in liver transplantation. They discuss in detail the benefits of robotic surgery, and how having such a program at Houston Methodist Hospital will increase the availability of liver transplant for those that are in most need of liver transplant.

Make sure you follow our #podcast so that you never miss a new episode and the timely information that we share with our listeners and followers.

To reach Drs Cheah and Simon for a consultation, call Houston Methodist Hospital at 713.441.5451.

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So what is a FODMAP diet? 

FODMAP stands for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols, which are short-chain carbohydrates (sugars) that the small intestine absorbs poorly. Some people experience digestive distress after eating them. Some of the symptoms that people may develop, if they are intolerant of these foods high in fodmap, include stomach bloating and distention, intestinal gas and flatulence, diarrhea, constipation, and cramps.

With a low FODMAP diet, you are eliminating foods that are high in FODMAP. Once your intestinal symptoms improve, it would be appropriate to slowly resume their consumption to see which one of these foods causes you intestinal problems. If you're fortunate to identify these foods, you would want to avoid or limit them while not worrying too much about the other foods that aren't problematic for you.

In this podcast, I speak with Lauren Mahesri, registered dietitian with Liver Specialists of Texas. Lauren will outline the approach to intestinal gas, the low FODMAP diet, the pros and cons of such a diet, and how to approach certain food sensitivities. For more information on FODMAP diet and foods that are both high and low, follow the links that we include for you below.

FODMAP Foods

Intestinal Gas

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

High and Low FODMAP Foods

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Personal Chef Chris Spinosa, who is on Season 2 of Fox's Next Level Chef, joins Dr. Joe Galati on the radio.

They discussed food, cooking, and how not to overthink the fear of cooking. Chris shares his Chef journey, and the joy he gets from preparing food for his clients in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Chris Spinosa and the Next Level Chef contestants will air on Fox following Super Bowl Sunday, February 12th. Follow Chris on TicTok and Instagram to keep up to date on his latest posts.

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#nutrition

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#Fentanyl accounts for 67% of overdose deaths in the past year, with over 100,000 people in the United states dying of drug overdose or drug poisoning.

The fentanyl crisis is truly the number one public health crisis that America faces. Many of these deaths are related to fentanyl being mixed in with other illegal drugs like heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine, and marijuana. It's being found that many users are completely unaware that they are actually being exposed to fentanyl. Small amounts of fentanyl can be toxic causing death.

George Joseph, founder and CEO of Positive Recovery Centers based in Houston TX, joins us today on the radio. George shares his lifetime of experience in addiction and recovery, and gives his advice on this very serious and complex problem.

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#drugoverdose

#addiction

#talkradio

#siriusxm

#podcast

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This week on the radio, we discuss a study looking at prostate cancer progression and a plant based diet. No surprise, the plan based diet slowed down the cancer growth. We fully endorse a plant based diet for overall health and wellness.

Check out our latest webinar series replay where we discussed nutrition, FODMAP diet and intestinal gas, and the intestinal microbiome.

The American Heart Association posted an excellent page on the 8 Essentials of Health. Simple and straight forward, following these guidelines will result in better health.

#iheartradio

#talkradio

#prostatecancer

#nutrition

#plantbased

#webinar

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This week we dedicate our program to the "Cost of Wellness". Jackie DeAngelis from Fox Business Network and John Grover from Grover Planning and Investing at Raymond James join the discussion.

Without your health, you are jeopardizing your financial prosperity. Higher medical costs, reduced income and job advancement, earlier retirement, disability, and an overall decline in your financial outlook develop with chronic illness.

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Dr. Joseph Rogers, CEO and President of Texas Heart Institute, joined Dr. Galati recently on his weekly radio program, sharing his thoughts on heart disease.

Dr. Rogers spoke about risk factors for heart, disease, and lifestyle changes that can be made to reduce the progression of heart disease, as well as its associated mortality.

Information on Dr. Rogers is available here, along with information about the Texas Heart Institute.

Information from the American Heart Association

Healthy Eating

Heart Attack and Stroke Symptoms

Your Cholesterol

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Natalie Amante, Physician Assistant, joined Dr. Galati this past weekend discussing fatty liver disease. Natalie is a PA-C at Liver Specialists of Texas, located in Houston, Texas.

Fatty Liver, also called Metabolic Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD) is a leading cause of chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and liver cancer.

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#coronarycalciumscore

A Listener Calls In

This past week on Your Health First, Paul, a listener from New Jersey, called into the broadcast, and shared his recent experience with the results of his coronary calcium score. The tests results showed a very high calcium score, putting Paul at risk for a cardiac event-such as a heart attack. Joining us on the program was Dr. James Wilson, a cardiologist in the Texas Medical Center, in Houston.

Dr. Wilson explained the various risk factors for cardiovascular disease, as well as possible symptoms to be aware of. Next steps for Paul we discussed.

Suggested Links

American Heart Fact Page

Texas Heart Institute: Do I Need a Calcium Score

CDC: Heart Disease and Stroke

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