There is an evolutionary reason why inflammatory markers go up and clotting factors go up with acute stress. And if those are up constantly, that's not going to be good for the body or contribute to damaging the inner lining of the heart arteries. We stressed out the whole world with a COVID to a level which actually probably made people more predisposed to getting colds.
This week, Paul chats with cardiologist, public health campaigner and author, Aseem Malhotra. They touch on pharmaceuticals, statins, and whether LDL cholesterol is a big deal. They also provide tools to assess your metabolic health and stress levels in an objective manner.
00:09:38 Podcast begins
00:10:38 What sparked Aseem’s interest in the root of disease
00:12:58 Big Pharma’s influence on dietary guidelines