Physician, Scientist & Bestselling Author of “Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself” and “Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer”

Dr. William Li Biography

William W. Li, MD, is an internationally renowned physician, scientist, and author of the New York Times bestseller “Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself.” His groundbreaking research has led to the development of more than 30 new medical treatments that impact care for more than 70 diseases including diabetes, blindness, heart disease and obesity.

His TED Talk, “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” has garnered more than 11 million views. Dr. Li has appeared on Good Morning America, CNN, CNBC, Rachael Ray and Live with Kelly & Ryan, and he has been featured in USA Today, Time Magazine, The Atlantic, O Magazine, and many more. He is President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation, and he is leading global initiatives on food as medicine.

His newest book, the New York Times bestseller, “Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer” was released March 21, 2023.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/11/2025.

Dr. William Li 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 fi ght 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 scientifi c 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-fi ghting 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.

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Dr. William Li Videos

Food as Medicine - Dr. William Li at Exponential Medicine

Food as Medicine - Dr. William Li at Exponential Medicine

Food as Medicine. In this tour de force talk at Exponential Medicine 2019 Dr. William Li covers how the food we eat influences our health, wellness...

The Food Revolution Network presents Dr. William Li

The Food Revolution Network presents Dr. William Li

Renowned researcher and practicing physician William Li, MD, shares his breakthrough research on how you can eat to fight cancer. Discover...

Can we eat to starve cancer? | William Li

Can we eat to starve cancer? | William Li

William Li presents a new way to think about cancer treatment: angiogenesis, targeting the blood vessels that feed a tumor. The crucial first (and...

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Dr. William Li is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Eat to Beat Disease: How Your Body Can Heal Itself with Food, Eat to Beat Your Diet: The New Science of Metabolism for Lifelong Health, The Secrets of Super Agers: How to Live Longer and Stronger, Healing for Health: The Blood Vessel Breakthrough That Proves Food is Medicine and Brain Food: How Your Gut Drives Mood, Focus, and Peak Performance. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. William Li for your event is $50,000 - $100,000. Dr. William Li generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ellen Latham, Ann Kulze, M.D., Doctor Mike, Dr. Leana Wen and Dr. Jennifer Ashton. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. William Li for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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