My mission is to empower you with the tools that you need to optimize your health and achieve your goals in all aspects of life
Dr. shad Marvasti, MD, MPH
Dr. Shad is a Stanford trained physician, medical educator, clinical researcher, public speaker, and author with recognized expertise in Public Health, Prevention, Wellness, Integrative Medicine, the use of Food as Medicine, Diabetes, Heart Disease, and the use of Evidence-Based Supplements to optimize health and longevity. His work has been featured on local and national media where he has been quoted or interviewed for his expertise.
Dr. Shad’s Philosophy of Medicine is holistic and about all of you, not just your medical history or medication list. He believes that each person ought to be treated like a whole person with complex needs in all areas of life including mind, body and spirit.
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With years of experience and a wealth of knowledge, Dr. Shad is passionate about helping individuals and organizations achieve their health and wellness goals. From workshops to keynote speeches, Dr. Shad delivers powerful insights and actionable strategies that inspire and motivate audiences.
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Founded by Dr. Shad, The Culinary Medicine Program aspires to use food as medicine, blending the art of cooking with the science of medicine to enhance nutrition in medical education — and to educate through service learning with an understanding of food systems and food policies as social determinants of health.
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The latest on public and personal health, wellness and prevention
What is Intermittent Fasting?
The question of fasting is a really interesting one that has literally been around for thousands of years. Some form of fasting has been part of religious and cultural traditions passed on through time. It’s only
Our Cravings and Health
Ever wondered why we crave certain foods? And more importantly, can we change these cravings to hunger for real foods that are healing for us? The story of cravings starts by looking at animals in the
Tips for Optimal Aging
In honor of September’s designation as Health Aging Month, Dr. Shad offers some tips for optimal aging and longevity. Here, he discusses food as medicine, blue zones and epigenetics as keys for a long, healthy life.