Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn What's Worse for Your Heart: 13,000 mg of Saturated Fat or 300 mg of Cholesterol Daily?
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Dec 10, 2024 Discover how dark chocolate might lower the risk of Type 2 diabetes and the heart benefits of short bursts of exercise specifically for women. Learn about the vital role of taurine and how vitamin B6 could bolster your health. Explore the intriguing findings on dietary fats, especially the risks tied to saturated fat compared to dietary cholesterol, influenced by a unique vegan keto diet experiment. Tune in for practical tips to enhance heart health and stay informed on the latest research!
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Dark Chocolate for Diabetes Prevention
- Enjoy a small square of dark chocolate daily to potentially lower your diabetes risk.
- It's packed with polyphenols and may help curb cravings for less healthy sweets.
Vigorous Intermittent Exercise
- Incorporate 4 minutes of vigorous activity into your day, like running up stairs or brisk walking.
- Women, especially, can reduce heart event risk by up to 50%.
Tight Diabetic Control
- Aim for a hemoglobin A1c under 7% to lower cardiovascular risks if you have type 2 diabetes.
- Explore options like the Prolon Fasting Mimicking Diet or a whole-food, plant-based diet to achieve better control.