Ultra-processed sugars have become an unwelcome (and unfortunately near-universal) part of the US grocery store — and our metabolic health feels every gram of it. As a result, many of us have turned to sugar substitutes in our daily diet. One of the most popular of these is xylitol. And while sugar alternatives may be
For the first half of my career as a heart surgeon, I was heading toward becoming one of my own patients. I had struggled with my weight since childhood. I became morbidly obese. My hemoglobin A1c reached 5.9, putting me in the pre-diabetic range. And despite spending my career treating people with advanced heart disease,
Heart disease risk goes far beyond LDL cholesterol. Dr. Philip Ovadia explains how metabolic health, insulin resistance, inflammation, statins, hormones, and coronary calcium scores can help you better understand your cardiovascular risk.
Hormones influence everything from heart rate and blood pressure to blood vessel function and heart rhythm. Learn how hormonal imbalances may affect cardiovascular health and what lifestyle changes can help support healthier hormone function.
CKM syndrome connects cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic health. Learn which risk factors to watch, how CKM disease is screened, and which lifestyle changes may help improve your metabolic health.
Food has a direct impact on your metabolic and heart health. In this article, Dr. Ovadia explores how whole, nutrient-dense foods like full-fat dairy, eggs, red meat, and healthy fats can support cardiovascular health while ultra-processed foods, refined carbs, and sugar contribute to chronic disease. Learn practical dietary changes you can make today to improve heart health naturally and reduce your risk of heart disease.
Heart disease isn’t primarily caused by cholesterol, saturated fat, or genetics. The real drivers are insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, and metabolic dysfunction, factors largely shaped by your daily habits. Understanding these root causes can help you take control of your health and significantly reduce your cardiovascular risk.
Worried about your coronary artery calcium (CAC) score? Learn exactly what to do after your scan — whether your score is mildly elevated or high. Discover how to interpret your results, when to seek a second opinion, and the most effective lifestyle changes to stabilize or even reverse heart plaque without relying solely on statins.
Many people think that their age is a shield against heart disease.
And while youth can certainly play a part in your health, it offers poor protection against processed foods, excessive alcohol, and sugary snacks.
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