The Primal Podcast Ep 114 - Dr Philip Ovadia | Fix Heart Disease & Cholesterol Naturally (EAT BUTTER)
Mar 22, 2025
Dr. Philip Ovadia, a board-certified cardiac surgeon and author of "Stay Off My Operating Table," discusses the surprising truths about heart disease and cholesterol. He dispels myths around cholesterol, advocating for a high-fat diet rich in butter and red meat to improve heart health. The conversation highlights the alarming rise of heart disease in younger populations, emphasizing insulin resistance and lifestyle changes over statin use. Ovadia also shares insights on personalized nutrition and the benefits of a carnivore diet for both heart health and mental well-being.
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The System's Failure
- Heart disease is preventable, yet the medical system fails patients by not providing adequate preventative information.
- Doctors themselves often lack the correct information, misled by the narrative that cholesterol causes heart disease.
Cholesterol's True Role
- Plaque in arteries contains cholesterol, but it's there to repair damage, not cause it.
- Dysfunctional cholesterol, like oxidized LDL and small, dense LDL, triggers inflammation and plaque buildup.
Beyond Basic Cholesterol Tests
- Don't just look at total cholesterol and LDL numbers.
- Request an advanced lipid panel, NMR panel, or lipofractionation to assess LDL particle size.
