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Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD

Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor with Miles Hassell, MD

Written by: Miles Hassell MD
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 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/2024 Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • 51. Go Outside and Play: How Movement, Purpose, and Faith Can Heal the Body

    51. Go Outside and Play: How Movement, Purpose, and Faith Can Heal the Body
    Jan 16 2026
    What does health, purpose, faith, and play all have in common? In this episode of Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor, we dive into why movement, community, and purpose are essential to lifelong health—especially for kids and families. Miles Hassell MD sits down with Tyler LaRoche, pastor and founder of Legacy Sports, to talk about reclaiming play as a tool for discipleship, physical health, and community building. From the dangers of sedentary lifestyles and overreliance on pain medications to the role of purpose in disease prevention, this conversation challenges modern assumptions about health and healing. This episode explores how getting outside, staying active, and living with intention can reduce disease, improve recovery, and help people of all ages thrive—physically, mentally, and spiritually. Key Takeaways: Why "go outside and play" may be one of the most powerful health prescriptions How sports and community build character, purpose, and faith The connection between purpose, longevity, and reduced disease risk Why pain is not always the enemy—and how overusing pain meds can slow healing The truth about supplements, "fat burners," and fitness shortcuts Simple, sustainable habits that support lifelong health (even just 1 minute at a time) How movement, nutrition, and purpose create a "health retirement account" More on Legacy Sports Foundation: https://www.legacysportsfoundation.net/ 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: Phone/text: 503-773-0770 e-mail: info@GreatMed.org EIN: 88-326-7056 GreatMed.org 4804 NW Bethany Blvd., Suite I-2, #273 Portland OR 97229 This podcast is sponsored by our generous listeners. #wellness #podcast #wellnessforlife #lifestyle #healthandwellnessgoals
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    30 mins
  • 50. 8 Longevity Secrets (That Won't Cost a Dime)

    50. 8 Longevity Secrets (That Won't Cost a Dime)
    Jan 2 2026

    In this episode, Miles Hassell MD breaks down the no-gimmick fundamentals of living free of preventable disease and feeling better. No expensive tests. No complicated biohacking. Just simple habits that actually work.

    You'll learn why home-cooked whole foods beat anything factory-made, why getting short of breath during exercise daily is essential, how waistline control reverses chronic disease, and why purpose, generosity, and play keep your brain young.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Eat real whole foods cooked at home; avoid ultra-processed foods.

    • Follow a simple Mediterranean-style diet with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, eggs, dairy, meat, and olive oil.

    • Exercise daily until you're short of breath (even 1 minute, 3x/day).

    • Keep your waistline in check to reduce chronic disease.

    • Bring your own lunch to avoid unhealthy meals.

    • Maintain purpose, help others, and stay socially engaged.

    • Play games (ping pong, pickleball, tennis) to protect your brain.

    • Don't obsess over micronutrient tests—focus on the basics.

    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! Phone/text: 503-773-0770 e-mail: info@GreatMed.org EIN: 88-326-7056 Write us a letter. We love to hear from you. This podcast is sponsored by our generous listeners. Send questions, comments, and support to: GreatMed.org 4804 NW Bethany Blvd., Suite I-2, #273 Portland OR 97229
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    18 mins
  • 49. Holiday Eating Without Sabotaging Your Health

    49. Holiday Eating Without Sabotaging Your Health
    Dec 19 2025

    The holidays don't have to mean weight gain, regret, or a health reset in January. In this Christmas special, Miles Hassell MD breaks down how to fully enjoy the season while protecting your long-term health. Learn why ultra-processed foods, excess sugar, and alcohol hit harder than you think—and how simple planning can help you celebrate without self-sabotage. You can enjoy treats, stay active, and feel great heading into the new year.

    Key Takeaways:

    • You can enjoy the holidays without gaining weight or wrecking your health

    • Ultra-processed foods, sugar, and excess alcohol have real short- and long-term consequences

    • Never go to holiday events hungry—protein, fat, and fiber are your secret weapons

    • Plan ahead so self-control isn't your only defense

    • Treats are okay in moderation—but ask: is it worth the calories?

    • Stay active, even in small ways, throughout the holiday season

    • Help friends and family make better choices by setting the example

    • Don't let food marketing define what the holidays are really about

    The Christmas season is about relationships, purpose, and setting yourself up for a healthier year ahead—not just brownies and peppermint mochas.

    [00:02] Focus on helping people gain health freedom

    [00:33] Two holiday groups: What group are you in?

    [01:36] Bad lifestyle choices have long-term health consequences; enjoy holidays without compromising health.

    [02:33] Challenges the norm of holiday weight gain; temporary indulgences have lasting impacts.

    [03:02] Holiday foods are problematic: ultra-processed, high in sugar/carbs, low in nutrients.

    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! Phone/text: 503-773-0770 e-mail: info@GreatMed.org EIN: 88-326-7056 Write us a letter. We love to hear from you. This podcast is sponsored by our generous listeners. Send questions, comments, and support to: GreatMed.org 4804 NW Bethany Blvd., Suite I-2, #273 Portland OR 97229
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    16 mins
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