A heart surgeon breaks down misleading metabolic health advice trending on social media—from GLP-1 weight loss drugs to outdated diabetes studies and plant-based diets for kids. Learn what the research really says and how to make smarter health choices.
Some doctors call it a miracle drug. Others, the answer to America’s obesity epidemic. I call it an unknown quantity — because GLP-1 medications like Ozempic have many more long term consequences than are currently being discussed. In the same way statins haven’t cured heart disease and SSRIs don’t solve depression, GLP-1 agonists aren’t necessarily
Most people who suffer heart attacks never saw it coming—because traditional risk factors like cholesterol and family history often miss the mark. In this article, Dr. Philip Ovadia reveals three of the most accurate tests for assessing heart disease risk today, including CAC scans, hs-CRP, and insulin resistance markers like A1C and C-peptides. Learn how to interpret your results and what steps to take next.
Discover how hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, and metabolic dysfunction are interconnected—and why they could be early warning signs of heart disease. Learn how lifestyle changes can help restore balance and improve heart health in just 12 weeks.
A heart surgeon debunks five of the most common myths about heart health—including the truth about cholesterol, saturated fat, genetics, and red wine. If you’ve ever wondered what really causes heart disease (and what doesn’t), this is essential reading for anyone serious about prevention.
Discover how insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction drive many common women’s health issues—including PCOS, fibroids, gestational diabetes, and even gynecologic cancers. In this powerful episode, “The Conscious Gynecologist” Dr. Andrea Salcedo joins Dr. Philip Ovadia to expose the metabolic root causes behind reproductive health struggles and offers practical, non-pharmaceutical solutions.
Is animal fat actually bad for your heart—or have we been misled by outdated research? This deep dive compares animal fats and plant-based oils, exploring the science behind saturated fat, oxidative stress, and heart disease risk. Discover what the latest studies say and why your cooking fat choice might matter more than you think.
Is sugar addiction more powerful than alcohol addiction? Mike Collins, “The Sugar Free Man,” joins Dr. Philip Ovadia to reveal how sugar hijacks the brain, fuels emotional dependency, and affects one-third of the population. Learn why traditional diets fail, how early childhood patterns shape lifelong cravings, and what it really takes to break free—for good.
Microvascular disease (MVD) affects the smallest blood vessels in your heart, brain, kidneys, and eyes—and it’s far more serious than most people think. Often misdiagnosed as a normal part of aging, early-onset MVD is a warning sign of poor metabolic health and a precursor to heart disease, stroke, and even dementia. Learn how to detect, manage, and potentially reverse it with proven lifestyle interventions.
Heart disease doesn’t start with a heart attack. Discover the surprising early signs of a weakened heart — from poor blood sugar control to oral health issues — and learn how lifestyle changes can help you reduce your risk and improve your long-term health.
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