The Jordan Syatt Podcast Cardiologist Reveals The Best Diet for Heart Health, The Truth About LDL Cholesterol, The Most Dangerous Health Habits, How to Improve Blood Pressure, Tirzepatide and GLP-1's for Weight Loss, & More
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Oct 1, 2025 Dr. Danielle Belardo, a preventive cardiologist and chair of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology's Nutrition Committee, dives into evidence-based nutrition and cardiovascular health. She debunks myths around LDL cholesterol and supplements, emphasizing whole foods and fiber for heart health. Dr. Belardo also discusses the risk of erectile dysfunction as an early indicator of heart disease, the benefits of GLP-1 medications for weight loss, and the importance of early lifestyle changes to prevent atherosclerosis.
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Journey From Dogma To Evidence
- Dr. Danielle Belardo described her evolution from a dogmatic vegan to an evidence-based cardiologist who learned critical appraisal.
- Journal club and critique of a Dean Ornish paper triggered her shift toward nuanced, guideline-driven nutrition advice.
Prefer Whole Produce Over Green Powders
- Avoid powdered greens like AG1 as a replacement for whole fruits and vegetables because supplements rarely reproduce food outcomes.
- Save money and get nutrients from whole or frozen produce instead of expensive green powders.
Boost Fiber With Real Plant Foods
- Increase fiber from whole plant foods to improve cholesterol and reduce colorectal cancer risk; aim for ~38 g/day as a reasonable target.
- Use legumes, berries, whole grains, artichokes and avocados as practical high-fiber choices that also displace less healthy foods.