Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation with distinguished heart surgeon, Dr. Philip Ovadia, a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a trailblazer in metabolic health. He's on a mission to prevent heart disease and keep people out of his operating room. Dr. Ovadia doesn't just talk the talk, he's walked the walk, shedding an impressive 100 pounds and maintaining a healthier lifestyle.
This podcast episode challenges conventional wisdom and explores the flawed approach towards heart disease, underscoring the importance of critically evaluating medical information. Dr. Ovadia busts myths and challenges prevailing theories surrounding heart disease and diet. Red meat and fat have been the usual suspects for years, but Dr. Ovadia explains why we should we be looking at insulin resistance and inflammation in our blood vessels? This episode turns the diet-heart hypothesis on its head and opens your eyes to the real roots of heart disease. Dr. Ovadia discusses the impact of stress on heart health and suggests practical ways to manage and mitigate it. Dr. Ovadia shares his own experiences with stress-induced unhealthy habits, and the strategies he used to overcome them. He also discusses the four pillars of heart disease prevention - diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management. You'll walk away with a better understanding of key health measures, why 88% of adults in the U.S. are not hitting the mark, and what you can do to optimize your health.