Dr. Assim Al Hocha is a consultant cardiologist, writer and public health activist. He shares the same interest in trying to understand how the roots of our chronic disease epidemic can be found. Dr. al-Hocha: "We are in a situation where our medical, clinical decision making ... has been influenced by very powerful vested interests"
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