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Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MDAuthor: Miles Hassell, MD
Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD is an evidence-based lifestyle tool for clinicians and the general public. In this podcast, we will discuss questions and topics related to: Is type 2 diabetes reversible? What lifestyle choices result in better health outcomes? Amidst the numerous health claims available, which approaches actually work? How can I live a long, healthy life and prevent disease and disability? I am a doctor/clinician and need a reliable resource to share with my patients. Practicing internal medicine physician, Miles Hassell MD, discusses evidence-based lifestyle tools for disease prevention, reversal, and remission. In 2024, Miles Hassell MD launched Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor, the first crowd-funded podcast dedicated to sharing the current evidence on lifestyle. This podcast is an outreach effort of GreatMed.org, a non-profit 501(c)(3) foundation that provides evidence-based lifestyle disease prevention and treatment tools within the medical community and for the general public. We aim to release new content every Friday. GreatMed.org is an educational foundation made of doctors, nurses, and other practicing clinicians who aim to provide the tools and resources clinicians need to more effectively help patients take control of their health, minimize medications, and reduce their risk factors. We offer educational material on lifestyle choices and a whole food Mediterranean diet model based on the best evidence from current medical literature. For more information, visit www.GreatMed.org To support this podcast, visit https://GreatMed.org/donate/ Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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54. The Exquisitely Choreographed Bone Ballet
Episode 54
Friday, 27 February, 2026
Strong bones aren't built with a single supplement or prescription — they're the result of a beautifully choreographed "bone ballet" involving an omnivorous whole food diet, movement, and load-bearing activity. In this episode, we explore the complexity of bone health and why simplistic solutions often miss the bigger picture. If you've been told you have osteopenia, osteoporosis, or are at risk for fractures, this episode will help you understand what's really happening inside your bones — and what you can actually do about it. We also introduce our new Lifestyle Guide for Osteoporosis, available at GreatMed.org, which walks through the full strategy for building resilient, fracture-resistant bones: https://greatmed.org/lifestyle-tools/osteoporosis-bone-health/ Key Takeaways: • Bone is living, dynamic tissue — not a static structure • Strong bones require both mineral strength AND protein flexibility • Bone remodeling depends on osteoblasts, osteoclasts, osteocytes, hormones, and blood supply • Improving bone density is not the same as reducing fracture risk • Physical activity reshapes and strengthens bone architecture • Mediterranean-style diet patterns support bone health • Key nutrients include protein, calcium (primarily from food), vitamin D (preferably natural sources), vitamin K, B12, iron, and a healthy microbiome • Ask about underlying causes of osteoporosis — not just medication • The same habits that build strong bones improve heart, brain, and metabolic health Get your copy of Good Food Great Medicine, 4th ed.: https://a.co/d/1D6hIYM More references can be found at www.GreatMed.org Would you like Dr. Hassell to answer your question on the air? Contact us! Write us a letter, We love to hear from you! Send questions, comments, and support to: GreatMed.org Phone/text: 503-773-0770 e-mail: info@GreatMed.org EIN: 88-326-7056 4804 NW Bethany Blvd., Suite I-2, #273 Portland OR 97229 This podcast is sponsored by our generous listeners. #wellness #podcast #wellnessforlife #lifestyle #healthandwellnessgoals








