Prevention Over Prescription with Dr. K

In this episode of Prevention Over Prescription with Dr. K, we explore how increasing protein intake can be a powerful tool for managing blood sugar and diabetes. Dr. K shares practical advice on reducing cravings, improving weight control, and making sustainable dietary changes. Learn how small, consistent steps toward better nutrition can lead to lasting health benefits and empower you to take charge of your well-being.

In this episode of Prevention Over Prescription, Dr. K shares insights as an ICU physician and father of three boys on a growing crisis: social isolation in boys and young men. He breaks down how screen time, fewer real friendships, and emotional suppression are shaping long-term mental and physical health—contributing to issues like obesity, heart disease, and depression. Dr. K also shares practical ways parents and communities can foster connection, model vulnerability, and build healthier habits early. If this resonates, share this episode with someone in your life and start a real conversation today.

In this episode of Prevention Over Prescription, Dr. K shares highlights from his conversation with Casey Ruff on Boundless Body Radio, where they discuss practical strategies for improving health through lifestyle change. Dr. K explains why adequate protein intake—around 0.7 to 1 gram per ideal body weight—is key for maintaining muscle and metabolic health, along with the benefits of strength training and increasing daily step count. They also explore the role of carbohydrates for performance, the challenges of intermittent fasting, and why real-life social connection is an often-overlooked pillar of health. If you’re looking for simple, practical ways to strengthen your health—from protein and exercise to meaningful connection—this episode is a great place to start.

In this minicast of Solving Healthcare, Dr. K explains how GLP-1 medications like Ozempic (semaglutide) affect appetite control and metabolism and what that means for real, sustainable weight loss. He also shares effective strategies beyond medication, including building healthy eating habits and simple lifestyle changes that can help you lose weight and keep it off. Whether you’re considering GLP-1 therapy or looking for natural ways to improve your results, Dr. K provides practical, science-backed advice to support your journey. Listen now and take the next step toward better health!

In this solocast of Prevention Over Prescription, Dr. K shares urgent insights into the growing health crisis among older adults and why prevention must become the priority. He breaks down alarming ICU trends, the rise of metabolic syndrome and frailty, and the strain on the healthcare system. Dr. K outlines practical, actionable strategies focused on increasing protein intake, boosting daily step count and strength training, improving sleep hygiene, and strengthening social connections. This episode is a powerful reminder that aging well is not accidental—it’s intentional. If you’re serious about protecting your future health—or helping a loved one age stronger—this episode is your blueprint for staying out of the ICU and living with vitality.

In this episode of Prevention Over Prescription, Dr. K is joined once again by Kris Ouimet, a health coach and wellness advocate, for an honest conversation about nutrition, exercise, stress, and mindset. Kris shares her personal journey through gut health challenges, menopause, and the mental shift from calorie counting to properly fueling the body. Together, they explore the gut–mind connection, the impact of stress on overall health, and why understanding your personal “why” is essential for lasting change. This episode highlights how health coaching can help break psychological barriers and support a more sustainable, long-term approach to wellness. If you’ve ever felt stuck chasing health goals that don’t seem to last, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on building health from the inside out.