Dr. William W. Li Speaker

Dr. William W. Li Keynote Speaker

  • President & Co-Founder, Angiogenesis Foundation (1994–present)
  • Two-time New York Times bestselling author, “Eat to Beat” series (2019–2023)
  • Recipient of the 2024 Dr. Andrew von Eschenbach Award for Cancer Research

Dr. William W. Li's Biography

Dr. William W. Li is a globally recognized physician-scientist advancing the science of “food as medicine.” As President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation, which he co-founded in 1994, he accelerates breakthrough treatments that harness the body’s defence systems against more than seventy conditions—including cancer, diabetes, blindness and obesity—while guiding national and corporate strategies for preventive health.

A dynamic communicator, Li’s TED Talk “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” has inspired over 11 million viewers worldwide. His New York Times bestsellers Eat to Beat Disease (2019) and Eat to Beat Your Diet (2023) translate cutting-edge research on metabolism and longevity into practical, everyday action, earning plaudits from clinicians, chefs and policymakers alike.

Li’s pioneering research has informed the development of more than forty FDA-approved therapeutics and shaped global initiatives at the Clinton Global Initiative, Vatican’s Unite to Cure, and the Rockefeller Foundation’s food-systems programs. He lectures at Harvard, Dartmouth and Tufts, and regularly shares evidence-based insights on CNN, CNBC, Good Morning America, Rachael Ray, and Live with Kelly & Mark, as well as in TIME, USA Today, The Atlantic and O Magazine. His rapidly growing YouTube channel offers the latest on metabolism and longevity to millions of subscribers.

Whether briefing executives on wellness trends, inspiring healthcare leaders, or energising public audiences, Dr. Li equips listeners with science-backed tools to boost performance, resilience and lifespan.

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Dr. William W. Li's Speaking Topics

  • Eat to Beat Disease: How Your Body Can Heal Itself with Food

In a world where chronic disease is on the rise, the greatest breakthrough isn't a new drug -it's your body's own ability to heal. In this inspiring keynote, Dr. William Li, a world-renowned physician, scientist, and New York Times bestselling author, reveals the groundbreaking science behind how food can activate the body's natural defense systems to fight disease, improve resilience, and extend healthspan. Drawing from his pioneering research and bestselling book, Eat to Beat Disease, Dr. Li takes audiences on a journey through the latest scientific discoveries, dispelling myths, debunking fad diets, and proving that what you eat can be the most powerful medicine of all. With real-world success stories, cutting-edge studies, and actionable food strategies, this keynote will empower audience members to make simple, science-backed choices that improve their health, energy, and longevity-starting with the foods they already love. Perfect for: Corporate wellness initiatives, leadership summits, and organizations looking to inspire their teams with a fresh, science-backed approach to health and well-being.

  • Eat to Beat Your Diet: The New Science of Metabolism for Lifelong Health

Forget crash diets and calorie counting-the key to burning fat, boosting energy, and staying healthy for life is already built into your body. In this transformative keynote, Dr. William Li, world-renowned physician, scientist, and New York Times bestselling author, reveals the latest science on how your metabolism actually works and how you can activate it with the right foods. Drawing from his bestselling book, Eat to Beat Your Diet, Dr. Li debunks outdated myths about weight loss and nutrition, showing how your body's natural fat-fighting defense systems can be turned on to improve metabolic health, optimize weight, and extend longevity, without restrictive eating or extreme habits. With cutting-edge research, real-world success stories, and practical food strategies, this keynote provides an empowering, science-backed roadmap to thriving at any stage of life. Audiences will walk away with simple, actionable ways to eat well, feel better, and unlock their body's natural ability to burn fat and sustain energy-without ever feeling deprived. Perfect for: Corporate wellness programs, leadership retreats, and organizations looking to inspire employees with a fresh, sustainable approach to health, energy, and performance.

  • The Secrets of Super Agers: How to Live Longer and Stronger

What if aging didn't mean slowing down, but leveling up? In this eye-opening keynote, Dr. William Li-world-renowned physician, longevity researcher, and New York Times bestselling author - reveals the science-backed secrets of Super Agers: individuals who defy expectations by maintaining peak health, sharp minds, and boundless energy well into their 80s, 90s, and 100s. Drawing from the latest clinical research, Dr. Li unpacks how food, lifestyle, and the body's built-in defense systems work together to extend both lifespan and healthspan. He breaks down how Super Agers fuel their bodies, regenerate cells, and protect their brains-and how anyone can apply these lessons to stay vibrant, resilient, and strong at any age. Through inspiring real-world stories, cutting-edge studies, and practical, actionable takeaways, this keynote provides an empowering, science-driven roadmap for living not just longer, but better-with more energy, sharper focus, and lifelong vitality. Perfect for: Organizations invested in employee well-being, executive leadership programs, and corporate teams looking to future-proof their health and performance while optimizing longevity.

  • Healing for Health: The Blood Vessel Breakthrough That Proves Food is Medicine

In today's fast-paced world, health isn't just personal-it's performance-driven. People who feel energized, resilient, and focused are more productive, innovative, and engaged. In this powerful keynote, Dr. William Li-world-renowned physician-scientist, New York Times bestselling author, and leading expert on food as medicine-reveals a revolutionary yet practical approach to optimizing health, longevity, and daily performance. Drawing from his pioneering research on angiogenesis, the body's ability to grow and maintain blood vessels, Dr. Li uncovers how the right foods can enhance circulation, sharpen cognitive function, improve stamina, and protect against chronic disease. More than just theory, this is science-backed, actionable nutrition that can help employees thrive. This dynamic keynote brings audiences to the frontlines of cutting-edge medical innovation, where breakthrough research is transforming how we prevent and even reverse conditions like heart disease, cancer, and cognitive decline. More importantly, Dr. Li delivers practical, real-world food strategies that employees can apply immediately to optimize their health-both in their workday and in their everyday lives. Perfect for: Fortune 500 companies, executive wellness programs, and organizations seeking to invest in workforce well-being, sustain peak performance, and cultivate long-term resilience.

  • Brain Food: How Your Gut Drives Mood, Focus, and Peak Performance

In today's high-demand world, mental clarity, energy, and resilience are the keys to success. But what if the secret to optimizing brainpower isn't in a pill or productivity hack - but on your plate? In this groundbreaking keynote, Dr. William Li, world-renowned physician-scientist, New York Times bestselling author, and leading expert on food as medicine, reveals how the gut-brain connection holds the key to sustained focus, emotional well-being, and peak performance. Audiences will discover the latest research proving that the right foods can enhance cognitive function, boost energy levels, and even help combat stress and burnout. Dr. Li breaks down how the microbiome influences brain chemistry, mood stability, and long-term mental sharpness, all backed by compelling human studies. More importantly, he delivers real-world, actionable food strategies that audiences can use immediately to optimize focus, improve resilience, and sustain high performance in work and life. Perfect for: Organizations invested in employee well-being, leadership performance, and workplace productivity, as well as those looking to inspire their teams with a science-backed approach to better brain health, stress resilience, and energy management.

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Videos of Dr. William W. Li

Feeding Our Health Defenses (William Li) | DLD Munich 20
Food as Medicine - Dr. William Li at Exponential Medicine
Cellular Horizons Day 3 - Feeding Cells, Starving Cancer, and Aging Well
Eat THIS to Lose Fat, Prevent Disease, & Feel Better Now With Dr. William Li

Articles, Media & Podcasts

Books by Dr. William W. Li

Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself
Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself
Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer
Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer

Comments & Testimonials

No one explains the new science of metabolism better than physician and scientist Dr. William Li. With his accessible style, Dr. Li reveals surprising data and joyful discoveries...
Sanjay Gupta, MD
Dr. William Li reveals the groundbreaking discovery that the best weight loss medicines in the world can be found in your refrigerator and pantry.
Mark Hyman, MD
Dr. Li is rare among physicians in that he's actually more interested in keeping you healthy than chasing your disease.
Dan Buettner, National Geographic Fellow
Dr. William Li has always been ahead of the curve. Both the reliability of his evidence and his passion for serving the public are self-evident. He traverses the evidence from the lab to the store to his clinic with exceptional skill.
T.Colin Campbell, PhD
Dr. William Li has given us a crucial tool to understanding how eating consciously can help us look and feel healthier and avoid unnecessary illness.
THE EDGE
Dr. Li explains clearly, in language the layman can understand, what we have always intuitively known: food is the best medicine.
James Taylor
Dr. Li does all the heavy lifting - weeding through the confusion about food providing us with the tools to manage how and what we consume metabolically, and in so doing provides us with the promise of a healthy mind and body.
Bradley Cooper
Dr Li expertly discusses how food can be flavourful, enticing, delicious and healing through the lens of rigorous modern science and traditional culinary practices. -
Dr. Rupy Aujla, MBBS, BSc, MRCGP

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