High Intensity Health with Mike Mutzel, MS Refined Carbs Clog Your Arteries: High Triglycerides Worse Than LDL-Cholesterol
Aug 28, 2023
This podcast explores the overlooked significance of triglycerides in relation to atherosclerosis and sudden death. It highlights the association between high triglycerides and poor outcomes in cardiovascular disease. The podcast discusses the formation of plaque in coronary vessels due to triglycerides and emphasizes the need for APOB and APOA1 measurements in a lipid panel. It explores the increased risk of cardiovascular disease associated with high triglyceride levels, particularly in non-fasted states. The podcast provides strategies to support metabolic health and lower triglyceride levels, including vitamin D supplementation, myoinositol, and berberine, and emphasizes the importance of avoiding processed foods and prioritizing protein.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Importance of Triglycerides and Remnant Cholesterol in Cardiovascular Health
03:41 • 2min
The Role of Triglycerides in Cardiovascular Risk and Metabolic Health
05:21 • 3min
The Role of Triglycerides in Cardiovascular Disease
08:46 • 11min
Strategies to Support Metabolic Health and Lower Triglyceride Levels
19:41 • 2min