Reversing Chronic Disease: Dr. Robert Lufkin on Lifestyle, Policy, and the Power of Community
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Thrive with Cate, Dr. Robert Lufkin shares his remarkable journey from conventional medicine and medical imaging to becoming a leading voice in metabolic health and longevity. After being diagnosed with four chronic diseases, Dr. Lufkin questioned the standard prescription of lifelong medication. His research led him to discover the transformative power of lifestyle changes- and he reversed every diagnosis.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- Why lifestyle changes- not just medication- are key to reversing chronic disease.
- How to identify and restore healthy rhythm in your daily life.
- The power of group support for sustainable health habits.
- How to advocate for yourself in a system designed for acute, not chronic, care.
👩💼 About the Host – Cate Stillman
Cate Stillman is an Ayurvedic practitioner, behavior change expert, and founder of Yogahealer and Club Thrive. With over 20 years of guiding wellness pros and conscious seekers, she empowers people to unlock deep healing, body intelligence, and aligned leadership. Cate is also the author of Uninflamed, Body Thrive, Master of You, and Primal Habits.
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About Dr. Robert Lufkin
Dr. Robert Lufkin is a distinguished physician, medical school professor at UCLA and USC, and a New York Times bestselling author. With over 200 published academic papers, particularly in MRI and medical imaging research, Dr. Lufkin has transitioned his focus to metabolic health and longevity. He is passionate about empowering the mainstream audience with knowledge on food choices, medications, and the underlying causes of chronic diseases, drawing from his own experience of reversing four chronic conditions through lifestyle changes.
