Dr. Zhu shares how traditional medical training did not prepare him to be an effective clinician to help patients make healthy changes.

What we eat, and how we eat it, is a fundamental part of what makes us human. Food is deeply ingrained in every global culture, helping us mark special occasions and provide comfort in times of need.

This generation, and younger Gen X doctors, are placing a greater emphasis on time off and the ever-elusive work-life balance while prioritizing independence over working for hospitals when possible.

Current global eating and cooking trends threaten human health, economic stability, & planetary health. Learn how culinary medicine principles can be applied at home and in clinical practice to incorporate more nutrient-dense, whole food plant-based meals into your own diet and into the diets of your patients.

Proponents say intermittent fasting is a safe and effective way to lose weight and improve your overall health in a number of ways. Supporters also claim it's easier to adhere to than other diets and offers more flexibility than traditional calorie-restricted diets.

After having my presentations during an event spearheaded by the Vegan Society of Hawaii, I was grateful enough to be a guest of the KKCR program as we talked about the impact of a plant-based lifestyle not only on our bodies but also on our minds.

According to Visier, the first quarter of 2021 and 2022 saw the highest increase in resignations among persons aged 40 to 60 or those with more than ten years experience. And if you are thinking that this is only limited to business owners, restaurants, or retailers, then you had it wrong. Physicians who felt the rage of COVID are also suffering.

When it comes to fertility, there’s an obvious and understandable focus on a woman’s health — but what can men do to increase the odds of a successful pregnancy? What about taking prenatal vitamins? Are supplements formulated for mothers-to-be even safe for men?

Are you ready to take your fitness and health to the next level? Dr. Colin Zhu joins us to discuss the importance of incorporating a plant-based diet and optimizing emotional wellness to maintain your overall health and wellness.

Check out this cooking demo for Black Lentil Tomato Stew with Be Green with Amy – Live!

You can channel all that negative energy and your anxieties into something more productive. And who knows? With a new habit-forming routine, you may be able to put yourself on that path to thriving – no matter what your progress is.

This conversation is with Dr. Colin Zhu, aka The Chef Doc, an osteopathic doctor who is double board certified in family medicine and lifestyle medicine. Passionate about the intersection of medicine, food, and nutrition, Dr. Zhu trained as a chef and a health coach at the Natural Gourmet Institute for Health & Culinary Arts and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition following completion of his medical degree.