5 heart health myths debunked by a heart surgeon

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.

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The Insulin Connection: Rethinking Female Health Beyond “Just Hormones – Andrea Salcedo DO

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.

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A heart surgeon’s perspective on animal fat

Is animal fat actually bad for your heart—or have we been misled by outdated research?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.

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The easiest way to boost (and destroy) your heart

Most people know that diet and exercise support heart health—but few realize just how quickly poor sleep can undo all that progress. In this article, discover how just three nights of bad sleep can damage your heart, why sleep consistency matters more than you think, and simple habits you can implement to protect your cardiovascular health.

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Is fiber actually all that important?

Is fiber really essential for health—or has its importance been overstated? This article examines the decades-old advice to eat more fiber, weighing mainstream claims against emerging research. Whether you follow a standard, keto, or carnivore diet, you’ll gain insight into how fiber interacts with blood sugar, inflammation, gut health, and chronic disease—and why the answer to “Do you need fiber?” might not be one-size-fits-all.

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The gaps that wearable health tech can’t fill

Wearable health tech like smartwatches, fitness trackers, and biosensors can help you track heart rate, sleep, blood sugar, and more—but they can’t measure everything. Learn what your wearables can and can’t tell you about your metabolic health and why lab tests and coaching still matter.

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