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What Does a Cardiologist Learn from Urine Samples?

Aug 18, 2023
In this podcast, Dr. Joel Kahn discusses the impact of weight loss drugs on heart disease, the role of plant proteins in reducing frailty, and the benefits of walking for longevity. He also demystifies urine tests, explaining their use in detecting endothelial damage, measuring oxidative stress, and assessing nutrient levels like iodine. Dr. Kahn encourages listeners to ask their healthcare providers for these informative tests.
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Quick takeaways

  • Weight loss drug Wagobi can reduce major adverse cardiovascular events by 20%.
  • Walking just 3,000 steps a day can significantly lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality.

Deep dives

Trial shows the potential benefits of Wagobi drug in reducing cardiovascular events

A European pharmaceutical company conducted a trial with more than 17,000 overweight or obese individuals aged 45 years or older with known heart disease, but not diabetes. Half of the participants were treated with a drug called Wagobi, and the other half received a placebo. The preliminary results showed a 20% reduction in major adverse cardiovascular events, such as stroke, heart attack, and death, in the group treated with Wagobi. This suggests that the drug not only lowers blood sugar and weight in diabetic and non-diabetic individuals but also reduces the risk of cardiovascular events.

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