Have you ever felt like it’s too late to rewrite your story? Dr. Akil Taherbhai is living proof that it’s not. After decades of unhealthy habits and a coronary artery disease diagnosis that led to open-heart surgery, he made a bold choice, not just to recover, but to transform. Within months, he ran his first half marathon. In the years since, he's scaled Kilimanjaro, completed marathons and triathlons, and fully embraced a plant-powered lifestyle. Now in his 70s, Dr. Taherbhai is thriving and inspiring others to do the same. Tune in for a powerful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and the healing potential of food, movement, and mindset.

What we discuss in this episode:

Dr. Taherbhai’s first life-threatening medical scare and how it became a turning point.
The chronic health issues he faced from a diet high in meat and low in fiber.
What led him to adopt a plant-based diet.
The moment he knew this new way of eating was transforming his health for good.
Common and dangerous myths surrounding heart disease.
His current mission to optimize healthspan, not just lifespan.
The personal credo that guides his life and practice.