Quiet the Diet

The Fat Episode (Cholesterol & Omega 6 fats) with J. Gulinello, MS, CNSc, FNTP

Feb 27, 2023

J. Gulinello, a nutritional therapist with a master's in clinical nutrition, dives into the controversial world of cholesterol and dietary fats. They debunk the cholesterol-heart disease myth and discuss why blood cholesterol isn't the ultimate health marker. Red meat and saturated fats get a surprising endorsement, as they highlight their nutritional benefits. Additionally, the dangers of omega-6 seed oils are explored, alongside tips for choosing healthier fats. This insightful conversation reshapes how we view dietary choices and their impact on health.

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J Gulinello

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Quick takeaways

Cholesterol's role in heart disease is more complex than previously believed, with liver production as a primary contributor rather than dietary intake.

The historical context surrounding dietary recommendations emphasizes the need to critically examine nutritional guidelines and question outdated beliefs.

Reducing omega-6 fats from processed seed oils and opting for healthier natural fats can significantly improve overall health and reduce inflammation.

Deep dives

Educational Intent and Holistic Health

The podcast emphasizes that its content is purely for educational purposes and should not be construed as personalized medical or nutritional advice. The host, Michelle Shapiro, underscores the importance of a comprehensive approach to health, advocating that true well-being extends beyond restrictive diets. She shares her own journey of losing weight the wrong way, highlighting the psychological and physical toll such approaches can take. By focusing on functional nutrition and holistic health, the aim is to empower individuals to embrace healthier lifestyles without the confines of traditional dieting.

Intro

2min

From Passion to Profession: A Nutrition Journey

4min

Unraveling Cholesterol Myths

26min

Challenging Dietary Myths: Cholesterol, Fats, and Meat

19min

The Dangers of Modern Food Processing

8min

Reevaluating Dietary Fats and Cholesterol Myths

4min

Exploring Health Retreats

5min

In this episode, Michelle settles the controversy of cholesterol, saturated fat, and omega-6/seed oils with J Gulinello, nutritional therapist and researcher. They get deep into the history of the cholesterol-heart myth and all players involved. You’ll learn why serum cholesterol (measured in bloodwork) is not necessarily correlated with disease, and which factors are a better indicator of risk. They discuss:

History of the cholesterol-heart disease theory and why it’s perpetuated in the medical community
Blood cholesterol levels: Why they may not be the key marker of disease risk (and what to look at instead)
Reasons we should not fear red meat and saturated fat from animal sources
Mitochondrial dysfunction
All about seed oils and omega-6 fats: What they are and why we should minimize them in the diet
Tips for how to choose healthier fats in your diet

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Links –

Picture: Omega 6 vs. Omega 3 Pathways

American Heart Journal 2009 (doi: 10.1016/j.ahj.2008.08.010)

Graph: LDL levels and heart events

CETP Inhibitors 2017 NEJM (doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa1609581)

Blog: The Truth About Cholesterol

Blog: 5 Ways to Lower Cholesterol Naturally (when necessary)

J’s resources and more:

perpetualhealth.co

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