The Neuro Experience

Heart Attacks in Women Skyrocket After Menopause: Top Surgeon Reveals 3 Vital Tests

9 snips
Jul 24, 2025
Dr. Jeremy London, a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with over 26 years of experience, reveals alarming truths about heart health for menopausal women. He discusses why they face triple the risk for heart disease and emphasizes the importance of three vital tests. The conversation highlights the power of exercise in reversing heart aging and managing cholesterol levels. London advocates for better patient education and awareness, making complex health topics accessible. This engaging dialogue encourages proactive steps to protect heart health.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
INSIGHT

Estrogen's Role in Heart Health

  • Estrogen acts as a natural anti-inflammatory protecting against cardiovascular disease.
  • Its decline at menopause raises inflammation, cholesterol, and visceral fat, increasing heart disease risk for women.
ADVICE

Know Your Lipid Panel Details

  • Understand your lipid panel by knowing HDL, LDL, and triglyceride levels separately.
  • Ask your doctor for advanced markers like ApoB and Lp(a) to better assess cardiovascular risk.
INSIGHT

The Hereditary Risk Factor Lp(a)

  • Lp(a) is a hereditary cholesterol variant linked to increased clotting and artery injury.
  • It cannot be lowered currently and is a lifelong marker of increased cardiovascular risk.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app