Insulin Doctor: The Fastest Way To Burn Dangerous Visceral Fat! I'm Finding Mould In My Patients!

Name: Insulin Doctor: The Fastest Way To Burn Dangerous Visceral Fat! I'm Finding Mould In My Patients!
Uploaded: 2025-09-22T07:00:48.000Z
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Understanding Visceral Fat and Heart Disease

The Dangers of Visceral Fat

Visceral fat, located in the stomach area, is identified as a significant health risk due to its detrimental effects on cardiovascular health.

Dr. Praep Jam Nadas emphasizes that glucose can be toxic in the bloodstream, leading to insulin resistance when carbs and sugars are consumed frequently.

Lifestyle Factors Contributing to Heart Disease

Fasting is highlighted as an effective method for reducing visceral fat; after 12 hours of fasting, the body begins to utilize this fat for energy.

Overdoing aerobic exercises may increase coronary artery disease risk compared to short sprints and resistance training.

Mold toxicity in homes affects nearly 70% of households, contributing to health issues including insulin resistance from poor sleep.

Dietary Considerations

Excessive consumption of calcium supplements and certain foods like white rice—which contains arsenic—can pose hidden dangers to heart health.

The Evolution of Heart Disease Treatment

Cardiovascular Health Overview

Dr. Nadas has dedicated his career to preventing heart disease, which remains the leading cause of death globally.

The heart consists of various components: muscle (cardiomyopathy), arteries (coronary artery disease), valves (e.g., aortic stenosis), and microvascular systems.

Changing Demographics in Heart Patients

There’s a notable shift in demographics; now about half of patients treated for heart issues are under 65 years old.

The youngest patient treated by Dr. Nadas was just 28 years old, who experienced a full-blown heart attack due to a completely clogged artery.

Understanding Heart Attacks

Mechanisms Behind Heart Attacks

A heart attack occurs when plaque within an artery cracks, leading to blood clot formation that obstructs blood flow.

Many patients with blockages do not experience chest pain; only about 20% report discomfort despite having significant arterial blockages.

Importance of Detection Methods

Understanding Heart Attacks and Their Causes

The Role of Blood Clots in Heart Attacks

Heart attacks are primarily caused by blood clots at the site of a rupture, not just plaque buildup.

Inflammation is a key factor that leads to plaque rupture, which can trigger heart attacks.

Multiple Processes Leading to Heart Disease

There are numerous factors contributing to heart disease beyond just inflammation and plaque formation.

Plaque is an inflammatory response within arteries, indicating underlying issues that need addressing.

Understanding Inflammation and Its Effects

Inflammation reacts to foreign substances in the body; it’s crucial to identify what triggers this response.

Increased systemic inflammation can lead to plaque instability and higher blood clotting tendencies, creating a "perfect storm" for heart disease.

Identifying Underlying Factors

It’s essential to investigate why patients develop plaques and experience high levels of inflammation as part of preventive care.

A focus on identifying foreign substances causing inflammation can help mitigate risks associated with heart disease.

Angioplasty Procedure Explained

Angioplasty involves inserting a catheter into the coronary artery via the wrist or groin, allowing visualization and treatment of blockages.

A balloon is used during angioplasty to clear blood clots, followed by placing a stent to keep the artery open for improved blood flow.

Case Study: A 28-Year-Old Patient's Journey

The patient was overweight with visceral fat but not classified as diabetic; however, he exhibited pre-diabetic insulin levels indicative of metabolic issues.

High insulin levels contribute significantly to arterial health problems by promoting smooth muscle proliferation and increasing clotting tendencies.

Insights from Glucose Tolerance Testing

Many patients presenting with heart issues were found not diabetic but had glucose intolerance when tested further, highlighting hidden risks in non-diabetics.

Understanding Insulin and Its Impact on Health

The Relationship Between Glucose and Insulin

It's essential for listeners to grasp the connection between sugar (glucose) and insulin, as glucose must be quickly removed from the bloodstream due to its toxicity.

High blood glucose levels lead to glycation, which negatively affects blood vessels and molecules like hemoglobin, impairing their function.

Elevated blood glucose can cause premature aging because glycated molecules do not function normally.

How Insulin Works in the Body

When glucose enters the bloodstream, it signals the pancreas to release insulin, which helps transport glucose into cells such as those in the liver and muscles.

Frequent consumption of carbohydrates stimulates continuous insulin production; if eaten every few hours, insulin levels remain elevated longer than glucose levels.

Consequences of High Insulin Levels

Over time, constant high insulin leads to insulin resistance; the body requires more insulin to achieve the same effect due to prolonged exposure.

Processed foods that are quickly absorbed exacerbate this issue by causing rapid spikes in blood sugar and subsequent high insulin production.

The Dangers of Insulin Resistance

Even if A1C levels appear normal, chronic high insulin can damage metabolism and lead to conditions like fatty liver disease.

Excessive glucose intake results in visceral fat accumulation around organs, which is particularly harmful compared to subcutaneous fat.

Long-Term Health Implications

Continuous high carbohydrate consumption contributes significantly to health issues like diabetes and coronary artery disease over time.

Understanding Insulin Resistance and the Role of Fasting

Identifying Insulin Resistance

The speaker identifies a specific body phenotype indicative of insulin resistance, characterized by fat accumulation in the abdominal area while maintaining a relatively normal appearance from the back.

Individuals with hyperinsulinemia may gain weight quickly (5 to 10 pounds) due to high insulin levels, which act as a storage hormone making weight loss challenging.

The Importance of Fasting

Fasting is emphasized as a crucial method for lowering insulin levels, distinguishing it from merely reducing calorie intake.

Unlike calorie restriction, fasting alters physiological responses; caloric deficits can slow metabolism and lead to muscle loss, whereas fasting promotes fat utilization.

Physiological Effects of Fasting

During fasting, glycogen stores are depleted within the first 12 hours, after which the body begins to burn fat—starting with visceral fat that is particularly harmful.

Visceral fat is described as inflammatory and toxic; biopsies reveal significant differences between visceral fat and subcutaneous fat regarding inflammation markers.

Inflammation and Ectopic Fat

High levels of inflammatory molecules like interleukin 6 and tumor necrosis factor are associated with excess visceral fat, contributing to systemic inflammation.

Ectopic fat is not only found around organs like the liver and pancreas but also around coronary arteries, increasing plaque formation risk due to its inflammatory nature.

Effective Fasting Strategies

The speaker advocates for fasting over simple calorie reduction for individuals with protruding belly fat. Research supports that fasting enhances insulin sensitivity more effectively than caloric deficits alone.

Different types of fasting are recommended based on individual goals: starting with a 12-hour fast followed by an 18/6 schedule or longer fasts for those needing significant weight loss or diabetes reversal.

Considerations for Women

Fasting and Its Physiological Benefits

Case Study: 72-Day Fast

A woman underwent a 72-day fast, addressing multiple health issues including obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and joint problems.

During the fast, she consumed black tea, black coffee, water with electrolytes (Celtic salt or Element), and MCT oil for cravings.

Post-fast results included normalization of diabetes and blood pressure, along with significant weight loss of approximately 55-60 lbs.

Physiological Changes from Fasting

Fasting leads to different physiological changes compared to calorie restriction; skin retracts rather than sagging after weight loss.

The body’s physiology during fasting is distinct; it has been underutilized in modern living due to constant feasting habits.

Importance of Fasting in Human Physiology

Fasting should be a normal part of human existence; our genetics have not adapted to the modern lifestyle that lacks fasting periods.

After 12 hours of fasting, the body begins producing ketones from fat stores as insulin levels drop.

Understanding Ketones

Ketones are energy molecules produced by the liver from fats when insulin levels are low; they serve as an alternative energy source to glucose.

Ketones produce less reactive oxygen species during metabolism compared to glucose, which is beneficial for overall physiology.

Cognitive and Cellular Benefits of Ketosis

Ketosis enhances brain function through increased production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), improving cognitive abilities and reflexes.

Understanding Progenitor Cells and Intermittent Fasting

The Role of Progenitor Cells

Progenitor cells, specifically endothelial progenitor cells, are crucial for repairing the lining of blood vessels that sustain damage from daily activities.

Intermittent fasting and time-restricted feeding have been shown to increase the production of these progenitor cells, enhancing vascular repair.

Exercise Timing and Growth Hormone

Fasting leads to increased growth hormone levels; exercising at the peak of a fast (e.g., 4:00 PM if breaking fast at 6:00 PM) can maximize muscle gain.

Higher growth hormone levels during fasting help retain muscle mass, making intermittent fasting an effective strategy for muscle preservation.

Gender Differences in Fasting and Exercise

Women may experience muscle breakdown when exercising in a fasted state due to their body's sensitivity to glucose levels, which is influenced by hormonal factors related to pregnancy.

It is recommended that women consume some food before workouts to prevent muscle loss, while men can generally handle fasting better during exercise.

Types of Exercises During Fasting

Resistance training is preferred during fasting as it minimizes glucose depletion issues compared to aerobic exercises like running on a treadmill.

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has shown positive results for women in a fasted state, similar to men, due to its focus on intense muscular work followed by rest.

Cycling In and Out of Ketogenic Diet

Ketogenic Diet Overview

A ketogenic diet typically involves consuming less than 50 grams of carbohydrates per day. Cycling in and out of this diet is essential based on individual goals such as weight loss.

Importance of Intermittent Fasting

Even after reaching weight loss goals through ketosis, individuals should maintain practices like time-restricted feeding and occasional longer fasts (e.g., 36-hour fast once a month).

Autophagy and Mitochondrial Health

Understanding Autophagy

Autophagy refers to the process where cells recycle redundant organelles when new parts are not available. This enhances cellular efficiency.

Benefits for Mitochondria

Improved autophagy leads to healthier mitochondria, which are vital for energy production (ATP), signaling metabolism changes within cells.

Overall Impact on Well-being

Heart Health and Exercise Recommendations

Importance of Exercise for Heart Health

The discussion begins with the benefits of exercise, highlighting its efficiency in producing ATP while reducing reactive oxygen species. This leads to improved cellular function and toxin removal.

Best Exercises for Heart Health

A question is raised about the best exercise for heart health, particularly given a family history of heart-related issues. The speaker suggests that resistance training may not be the top recommendation.

The speaker notes that excessive aerobic activity (e.g., cycling 100 miles daily or marathon training) can lead to increased inflammation and coronary artery disease compared to short sprints or resistance exercises.

Aerobic training is necessary for developing endurance but should be limited to 15-20 minutes per session, followed by resistance exercises.

Recommended Exercise Regimen

For optimal heart health, a combination of aerobic activity (15-20 minutes) and resistance exercises is recommended. Simple bodyweight exercises like planks and leg lifts are effective.

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is suggested, involving intense bursts of exercise lasting 30-45 seconds followed by equal rest periods. This approach helps clear metabolic waste produced during exercise.

Managing Metabolic Waste

The importance of resting between high-intensity workouts is emphasized as it allows the body to clean up reactive oxygen species through glutathione production and superoxide dismutase production.

Reflections on Patient Care

The speaker reflects on their experience treating approximately 250,000 patients, discussing the emotional toll of witnessing patients' struggles with heart disease and loss.

Despite efforts to extend life through medical interventions, the speaker acknowledges that life remains finite; thus, improving quality of life becomes paramount until death occurs naturally.

Case Study: Unexpected Coronary Calcium Score

An example is provided about a healthy man in his 60s with a coronary calcium score over 1,000 despite having no risk factors like diabetes or hypertension.

Upon investigation, it was revealed that he had longstanding gastrointestinal issues contributing to inflammation and coronary artery disease due to an unhealthy microbiome.

Gut Microbiome's Role in Cardiovascular Health

Understanding the Gut-Liver Connection

The Role of the Microbiome

A symbiotic relationship exists between the gut microbiome and human health, producing essential micronutrients absorbed into the bloodstream.

A dysfunctional microbiome can lead to a compromised intestinal lining, allowing harmful substances to enter the bloodstream and potentially causing fatty liver disease.

Causes of Fatty Liver Disease

Three primary causes of fatty liver include excessive alcohol consumption, leaky gut syndrome, and high insulin levels that convert glucose into fat.

Leaky gut allows bacterial wall products (lipopolysaccharides) to enter circulation, leading directly to liver inflammation and fatty liver conditions.

Prevalence and Risk Factors

An estimated 25% of the population suffers from fatty liver disease, often linked to processed foods, sugar intake, leaky gut, and toxins like alcohol.

Fatty liver is associated with increased inflammation and a higher risk for coronary artery disease.

Treatment Approaches

Dietary changes towards whole foods and increased fiber intake can help restore gut health and reduce coronary calcium progression.

Monitoring coronary calcium scores helps assess treatment effectiveness; an increase in score indicates worsening plaque buildup in arteries.

Calcium Supplementation Concerns

Calcium supplements may elevate cardiovascular event risks; instead, focus on vitamin D3 for better calcium absorption and K2 to prevent improper calcium deposition.

Many patients are advised against calcium supplements due to their potential risks; emphasis should be placed on obtaining adequate vitamin D3 and K2 through diet or supplementation.

Vitamin K Deficiency in Patients on Blood Thinners

Blood thinners like Coumadin lower both vitamin K1 and K2 levels, increasing coronary calcification risk among users.

Understanding Gut Health and Its Importance

The Role of Fiber in Gut Health

A healthy gut requires a high intake of fiber, which nourishes beneficial bacteria while reducing harmful bacteria associated with conditions like SIBO.

Inulin with FOS is recommended as a soluble fiber supplement to help increase daily fiber intake, especially since modern diets often lack sufficient fiber.

Benefits of Fermented Foods

Fermented foods provide not only beneficial bacteria but also postbiotics such as vitamin K2 and short-chain fatty acids, which are produced by these bacteria.

Maintaining a balanced ratio of gut bacteria is crucial; research indicates significant fiber deficiencies among both men (50%) and women (40%) in the U.S. and UK.

Sources of Fiber

To increase fiber intake, focus on non-processed foods, as processing typically removes fiber to extend shelf life.

Aim for 30 to 40 different types of vegetables weekly, including spices, to ensure a diverse range of fibers that support various bacterial species in the gut.

Lifestyle Factors Affecting Gut Health

Sleep is critical for gut health; insufficient sleep can alter the microbiome and lead to insulin resistance after just one night.

Frequent changes in time zones can disrupt liver function and gut microbiome balance; maintaining consistent sleep patterns is essential for overall health.

Understanding Toxins and Their Impact

Toxins are harmful molecules that should not be present in the body; examples include pesticides, herbicides, plastics (like BPA), mold, and heavy metals.

Poor gut health increases susceptibility to toxins because healthy gut bacteria usually help eliminate these substances from the body through stool excretion.

Mold Toxicity and Its Impact on Health

Understanding Mold Toxicity

Research indicates that approximately 70% of homes have some form of mold toxicity, often due to water damage or exposure. Mold is pervasive and can trigger the innate immune system, leading to low-grade inflammation in the body.

Effects on Cardiovascular Health

Eliminating mold from environments has shown improvements in patients' health, particularly in slowing the progression of coronary artery disease. Personal experiences highlight the importance of recognizing mold's presence.

Identifying Mold Presence

A strong, earthy smell can indicate mold presence; awareness is crucial as prolonged exposure can lead to significant health issues. The speaker recounts a personal experience with mold in a steam room.

Chronic Impacts of Mold Exposure

Many people underestimate how chronic exposure to mold can affect their health, including cardiovascular systems. Mold can integrate into the microbiome and cause recurring issues like sinusitis.

Medical Community's Response

Despite existing knowledge about mold toxicity, it remains under-addressed within the medical community. Evidence shows that it causes systemic inflammatory reactions reflected in blood work results.

Sources of Inflammation

Unidentified Causes of Arterial Issues

Healthy individuals may still develop clogged arteries due to unidentified sources of inflammation such as mold or leaky gut syndrome.

Leaky Gut Syndrome

Certain foods contribute to leaky gut by damaging intestinal walls. Celiac disease is highlighted as an example where dietary changes significantly improved a patient's condition.

Addressing Inflammation for Better Health

Importance of Nutrition

Reducing inflammation is key to preventing coronary artery disease; identifying and eliminating sources like pesticides or molds is essential for overall health improvement.

Dietary Recommendations

A thorough evaluation of diet and nutrition status is necessary for effective treatment. Poor nutrition contributes significantly to health issues today.

Consequences of Poor Dietary Choices

Foods That Contribute to Illness

Processed foods high in refined sugars and artificial ingredients are detrimental; examples include fast food, sugary drinks, and snacks like Pringles which spike glucose levels leading to increased hunger later on.

Nutrition Insights and Misconceptions

The Impact of Diet on Health

Processed foods, including alcohol and smoking, lack fiber and contribute to health issues. Patients often need guidance on their dietary choices.

Not all bread is unhealthy; sourdough is acceptable in moderation due to fermentation reducing harmful lectins. However, most bread is considered empty calories.

Pure white bread is particularly detrimental, equating its caloric content to consuming excessive sugar without nutritional benefits.

Cooking Rice Safely

White rice contains arsenic and heavy metals; soaking it overnight can help reduce these toxins before cooking.

Arsenic is a toxic heavy metal found in contaminated soil and water, posing serious health risks over time.

To make rice healthier, soak it, discard the water, cook with plenty of water, then refrigerate before reheating. This process creates resistant starch that aids digestion.

Food Preparation and Inflammation

Overcooking food leads to the formation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs), which increase inflammation in the body.

AGEs are formed when glucose, protein, and fat are combined at high temperatures during cooking methods like frying or blackening food.

Fruit Consumption Guidelines

Excessive fruit intake can be harmful due to high fructose levels contributing to fatty liver disease. Fruits should be consumed seasonally and in moderation.

A patient’s health improved significantly after reducing fruit consumption from an all-fruit diet that was causing mental and cardiovascular issues.

Oils and Fats: What to Avoid

Vegetable seed oils are problematic due to their high omega-6 content compared to omega-3. They should be eliminated from diets for better heart health.

Understanding Cardiovascular Health

Identifying Poor Cardiovascular Health Symptoms

The first indicator of poor cardiovascular health is weight. Being overweight is a significant risk factor.

It's essential to consider where the weight is distributed, particularly if it's concentrated around the belly, which can indicate visceral fat issues.

A protruding belly is a clear sign of potential cardiovascular problems; maintaining a healthy BMI and avoiding abdominal fat are crucial.

Joint pain may also signal underlying inflammation rather than just degenerative joint disease; dietary changes can alleviate these symptoms significantly.

Inflammation and Its Impact on Health

Many patients with autoimmune diseases experience improved joint pain when their diet and lifestyle are modified to reduce inflammation.

Interventions like intermittent fasting, exercise, and stress management contribute to better overall health outcomes for those suffering from inflammatory conditions.

Oral Microbiome's Role in Heart Health

Bad breath and poor dental hygiene can be linked to heart health; specific bacteria in the mouth may lead to valvular diseases such as aortic stenosis.

Chronic sinusitis has been associated with coronary artery disease due to ongoing inflammation that affects overall cardiovascular health.

Lifestyle Factors Affecting Cardiovascular Disease

The definition of causes for coronary artery disease is evolving; lifestyle factors including mental well-being, physical activity, and diet all play critical roles.

Caffeine Consumption and Heart Health

Excessive caffeine intake can mimic adrenaline effects in the body, leading to heightened states of anxiety or palpitations.

Coffee and Its Health Benefits

The Role of Coffee in Heart Health

Coffee can raise blood pressure and trigger arrhythmias, stressing the heart; however, its benefits are not solely due to caffeine.

Coffee contains soluble fiber and polyphenols, which are beneficial for gut bacteria rather than just providing caffeine stimulation.

Soluble Fiber and Polyphenols

Similar to cacao, coffee's soluble fiber fosters the growth of a healthy microbiome, contributing to overall health.

A healthy microbiome produces postbiotics that help reduce leaky gut syndrome and inflammation while protecting the vagus nerve.

Understanding Heart Palpitations

Heart palpitations can be alarming; if they occur alongside underlying heart disease, immediate medical attention is necessary.

In otherwise healthy individuals, palpitations may indicate an imbalance between sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems often linked to stress.

Gut Health's Impact on Heart Rate

Many young women experience tachycardia related to gut health issues; addressing these gut problems can improve heart rate regulation.

Fixing gut health positively influences the vagus nerve function, leading to better heart rate stability.

The Importance of HR in Startups

Founders' Oversight on HR

Early-stage founders often neglect HR due to their focus on product development and company survival.

As companies grow, effective HR becomes crucial for maintaining structure and managing unexpected challenges.

Solutions for Effective HR Management

Tools like Just Works automate essential HR functions such as payroll and benefits management, allowing founders to concentrate on business growth.

Personal Experience with Ketones

Introduction of Ketone IQ

The speaker shares personal experiences with ketosis and how it has enhanced focus, endurance, mood, and overall performance.

Recommendation for Ketone Products

After experiencing significant benefits from ketone shots received unexpectedly at work, the speaker became a co-owner of Ketone IQ.

Listeners are encouraged to explore the science behind ketones through a special offer link provided by the speaker.

Vagus Nerve Discussion

Personal Anecdote Related to Fitness Competition

Understanding the Impact of Vigorous Exercise on Heart Health

Personal Experience with Exercise and Heart Palpitations

The speaker recounts cycling for over 100 km in a fitness competition, which took about 4 hours, leading to feelings of celebration but also unexpected heart palpitations.

The speaker questions whether these palpitations were related to their parasympathetic nervous system due to the intense exercise outside their usual routine.

Physiological Effects of Overexertion

It is explained that vigorous exercise diverts blood from the gut to muscles, causing relative ischemia (lack of circulation) in the gut.

Ischemia affects gut function and impacts the vagus nerve, which plays a crucial role in regulating heart rate and rhythm.

Role of the Vagus Nerve

The vagus nerve is identified as the largest nerve in the body, responsible for communication between the brain and various organs, particularly focusing on gut health.

The importance of gut health is emphasized; it has significant implications for overall bodily functions since it communicates vital information back to the brain.

Sympathetic vs. Parasympathetic States

A distinction is made between sympathetic (fight or flight response) and parasympathetic (rest and repair state), highlighting modern lifestyle challenges that prevent adequate recovery.

Chronic stress leads to insufficient time spent in a parasympathetic state, affecting overall health and vagus nerve functionality.

Improving Vagus Nerve Functionality

Fixing gut health can enhance heart rate variability (HRV), indicating better vagal tone; HRV reflects how well one’s body can adapt to stressors.

Nutritional supplements like omega-3 fatty acids are recommended for optimal vagus nerve function; many people are deficient in these essential nutrients.

Techniques for Stimulating Vagus Nerve

Breathing exercises are suggested as effective methods to stimulate the vagus nerve: inhale for four counts and exhale for eight counts over ten minutes daily.

Eye movements (looking left/right/up/down), along with other physical techniques, can also stimulate vagal activity; devices exist that provide targeted stimulation through electrical signals.

Vagus Nerve Stimulation Techniques

Eye and Neck Techniques

Gentle massage and cold water on the eyeballs can stimulate the vagus nerve, leading to a decrease in pulse rate due to the deep dive reflex.

Applying an ice pack to the front of the neck is preferred for stimulating the vagus nerve, as it is located close to this area.

Vocalization and Breathing Exercises

Humming for 10 minutes can create electrical impulses in the vagus nerve, enhancing its function. Singing and laughing also contribute positively through diaphragmatic movement.

The Valsalva maneuver involves breathing in, holding breath while straining, which compresses thoracic and abdominal cavities, further stimulating the vagus nerve.

Impact of a Healthy Vagus Nerve

Health Benefits

A calm and healthy vagus nerve leads to faster healing, reduced coronary disease risk, lower blood pressure, less sticky blood, and decreased inflammatory markers.

Cholesterol Understanding

Blood tests reveal that improved health markers include interleukin 6, tumor necrosis factor levels, CRP levels, and small dense LDL cholesterol.

Cholesterol's Role in Heart Disease

Types of Cholesterol

LDL (bad cholesterol) carries most cholesterol in the body; HDL (good cholesterol), total cholesterol, and triglycerides are key metrics for heart health.

Importance of Cholesterol

Cholesterol is essential for life; every cell produces it. The liver generates most cholesterol needed by the body.

Understanding Small Dense LDL

Damage Mechanism

Damaged LDL becomes small dense particles that cause inflammation when they circulate in the body. These particles are recognized by white cells as harmful.

Atherosclerosis Connection

Small dense oxidized LDL damages arterial linings (glycocalyx), activating endothelium which leads to atherosclerosis development.

Clinical Insights on LDL Management

Patient Considerations

Patients often seek alternatives to cholesterol medications; assessing whether their LDL is high or consists mainly of small dense particles is crucial.

Subfractionation Testing

Subfractionation testing helps determine if patients have harmful small dense LDL versus large fluffy benign forms. This distinction guides treatment strategies.

Coronary Artery Disease Factors

Causes of Small Dense LDL

Factors contributing to small dense damaged LDL include glucose levels, omega 6 fatty acids intake, advanced glycation end products from diet/toxins, and leaky gut syndrome.

Plaque Formation Process

Natural Ways to Manage Cholesterol?

Dietary Approaches to Lower Cholesterol

The discussion begins with the possibility of lowering cholesterol naturally without medications like statins, suggesting a vegetarian diet as one option.

Recent data indicates that individuals with high LDL levels can still lead healthier lives; the focus should be on damaged LDL rather than total LDL levels.

Understanding Cholesterol Types

The complexity of determining what constitutes normal cholesterol is highlighted, emphasizing the importance of avoiding small dense LDL particles.

Factors contributing to small dense LDL include sugar intake, omega-6 fatty acids, advanced glycation end products (AGEs), toxins, and leaky gut syndrome.

Concerns About Statins

While statins are generally safe for most patients, 20-30% may experience muscle loss and other side effects such as diabetes and cognitive issues.

Effectiveness of statins in reducing cardiovascular events is questioned; lowering LDL does not necessarily correlate with decreased heart disease risk.

Blood Pressure Insights

High blood pressure may indicate narrowed blood vessels due to high insulin levels affecting vasodilation.

Addressing insulin levels through dietary changes can help normalize blood pressure; essential hypertension often has underlying causes like sleep apnea or hyperinsulinemia.

Breakfast Recommendations for Heart Health

The speaker suggests that breakfast might not be necessary for adults; if consumed, options include eggs or a light meal with kefir and berries.

Emphasizes intermittent fasting (18:6 schedule), noting increased energy from fewer meals per day.

Personal Dietary Choices

The speaker shares their own diet which includes meat sourced responsibly (grass-fed/finished), highlighting nutritional benefits over conventional farming practices.

Nutrition and Supplements for Health

Dietary Preferences and Background

The speaker shares their cultural background, mentioning Indian heritage which influences their diet, including lentils and curries.

They express a preference for cooking meats in curry form but limit chapati consumption due to high carbohydrate content, although they enjoy naan occasionally.

Supplement Stack Overview

The speaker details their daily supplement regimen: Vitamin D3, K2, omega-3 fish oil (two capsules), 1g of Vitamin C, inulin kefir, magnesium, and nattokinase (8,000 units).

Nattokinase is highlighted as beneficial for thinning blood to reduce the risk of blood clots associated with metabolic syndrome.

Probiotic Insights

The speaker discusses taking a specific probiotic called Mega Spore Probiotic that contains spores rather than live bacteria.

Spores can survive stomach acidity and germinate in the intestines, allowing them to provide health benefits without being destroyed by digestive acids.

Importance of Health Screening

A critical question raised is about screening tests for inflammation and coronary artery disease; recommended tests include a coronary calcium score.

If the calcium score indicates presence of calcium, it suggests existing atherosclerosis requiring further cardiology consultation.

Inflammation Testing Recommendations

The Cleveland Heart Labs test is recommended for assessing inflammation markers such as HDL/LDL cholesterol particle sizes and CRP levels.

The speaker emphasizes that depression may be linked to inflammation rather than purely psychological factors; addressing inflammation can alleviate depressive symptoms.

Personal Reflection on Loss

The speaker reflects on the most difficult day of their life—the passing of their father—highlighting feelings of regret and self-doubt regarding his care.

The Impact of Lifestyle Changes on Longevity

Transformative Health Journey

A patient underwent significant lifestyle changes, losing weight from 185 lbs to 135 lbs and adopting a clean diet, which allowed him to live an additional 30 years and complete six world tours.

Despite his improvements, the patient succumbed to an infection that overwhelmed his gut, highlighting the fragility of health even after positive changes.

Living in the Present Moment

The speaker emphasizes the importance of living in the present rather than dwelling on past regrets or future worries, a lesson learned through medical practice.

Practicing present moment awareness enhances personal interactions; when engaged with someone, focus solely on them without distractions from past or future concerns.

Skills for Happiness and Change

Learning to be present can lead to greater happiness and empower individuals to make necessary life changes.

The speaker encourages self-reflection: Are you truly present in your life, or are you lost in memories or future anxieties?

Sharing Wisdom with Patients

The speaker aims to impart lessons about living in the moment to patients facing various challenges, emphasizing its universal relevance.

Acknowledgment of Contributions

Dr. Jay is recognized for his extensive public education efforts regarding cardiovascular health, making complex topics accessible through engaging content online.

His YouTube channel has gained nearly a million subscribers due to his ability to communicate vital health information effectively.

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