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Is animal fat actually bad for your heart—or have we been misled by outdated research?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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Is Vegetable Oil a Bigger Driver of Chronic Disease than Sugar? – Dr. Chris Knobbe, MD

Dr. Chris Knobbe explores the shocking link between diet and the rise of age-related chronic diseases, particularly age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Drawing from global historical data, he presents compelling evidence that the introduction of seed oils—industrialized vegetable oils—has driven a surge in chronic illness, once virtually nonexistent. This episode challenges conventional wisdom about “healthy fats” and sheds light on what’s behind today’s epidemic of degenerative disease.

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Is fake meat safe for metabolic health?

Are plant-based and lab-grown meats really healthier? Despite glowing endorsements and massive funding, research reveals artificial meats may pose serious risks to metabolic health. This article takes a deep dive into the science behind fake meat — from nutrient deficiencies and inflammatory ingredients to environmental and economic concerns — so you can decide what’s truly best for your body.

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Seed oil, sunscreen, and sunlight: the facts you need to know

You’ve probably heard that excessive sunlight should be avoided at all costs.

But what you haven’t heard is that not getting enough sun could be shortening your lifespan.

According to a 20-year study performed by scientists in Sweden, non-smokers who don’t get enough sunlight have a similar life expectancy to smokers in the highest sun exposure group.

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Are seed oils bad for your heart?

Are seed oils healthy? That depends on who you ask.  If you ask someone in a multi-million dollar industry with a lot of money to lose, you’d probably hear whatever they thought would keep the dollars rolling in — whether the claims are true or not. The global consumption of seed oil has increased nearly

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4 metabolic myths from mainstream medicine

You’re following all the official guidelines to reduce your risk for heart disease. You eat whole grains, walk on the treadmill for 30 minutes a day, and buy skim rather than whole milk for your ‘heart-healthy’ breakfast cereal. But the more you stick to the doctor’s script, the sicker you feel. I know because it

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