The Heart of Healthcare | A Digital Health Podcast Heart Health in the Digital Age | Heartbeat Health Founder & CEO Dr. Jeff Wessler
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Nov 18, 2024 In this engaging discussion, Dr. Jeff Wessler, a cardiologist and founder of Heartbeat Health, tackles the critical intersection of heart health and digital innovation. He highlights the challenges of relying on wearable devices, addresses the concept of 'heart age,' and shares insights into the skepticism surrounding remote monitoring. Dr. Wessler emphasizes the impact of stress and inflammation on cardiovascular health and champions GLP-1 medications as groundbreaking treatments. Listeners will also receive practical tips to enhance their heart health, including the often-overlooked LPA test.
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Heart Health in Digital Health
- Heart health has been a longstanding focus in traditional healthcare, unlike newer areas in digital health.
- The rise of preventative care and lifestyle interventions brings heart health to the forefront of digital health.
Resting Heart Rate
- Generally, a lower resting heart rate indicates better cardiovascular health.
- This signifies a stronger, more efficient heart muscle.
Heart Age vs. Chronological Age
- Heart age reflects your heart's performance and health, unlike chronological age, which simply tracks time.
- A lower heart age may indicate better cardiovascular health and potentially a longer lifespan.