Dr. Philip Ovadia's recently appeared on the Mark Groves Podcast. In this episode, Dr. Ovadia, a renowned heart surgeon, author, and founder of Ovadia Heart Health, challenges conventional perceptions of heart disease, offering insights into the role of cholesterol in the body and highlighting the critical need for increased awareness about inflammation and insulin resistance.
Dr. Ovadia outlines the limitations of weight loss medications, advocates for the advantages of consuming whole foods and animal proteins, and underscores the significance of early detection for blood vessel and heart issues. Dr. Ovadia also addresses common misconceptions surrounding statins, stresses the importance of cholesterol quality, and provides practical steps for enhancing metabolic health. In this discussion on heart health, Dr. Ovadia proposes methods for not only leading a healthier life but also for preventing heart disease.
Dr. Philip Ovadia has performed over 3,000 heart surgeries and is the founder of Ovadia Heart Health, which offers a virtual clinic to a global audience, focusing on heart disease prevention and treatment through dietary and lifestyle modifications. His book, Stay off My Operating Table: A Heart Surgeon’s Metabolic Health Guide to Lose Weight, Prevent Disease, and Feel Your Best Every Day, introduces the seven principles of metabolic health and demonstrates how to maintain metabolic health across various popular diets.