Dr Ford Brewer - PrevMed I Avoided a Heart Attack by Cleaning 20 Years of Clogged Arteries - Ford Brewer MD MPH (PrevMed Health)
Jan 1, 2026
Dr. Brewer shares his personal experience of discovering advanced arterial plaque, reshaping his approach to health. He dives into the significance of the carotid intima-media thickness test and reveals how prediabetes was a hidden trigger for his plaque. Following a low-carb diet, high-intensity interval training, and better sleep hygiene, he highlights the importance of sustainable lifestyle changes. Additionally, he discusses effective supplements and strategic medication use to support heart health and emphasizes personalized prevention strategies.
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Shocking Personal Wake-Up Call
- At 57, Dr. Ford Brewer discovered his arteries matched a 73-year-old's and felt like a ticking time bomb.
- He reversed his arterial age to 52 within a year through targeted changes and monitoring.
Test For Hidden Prediabetes
- Do an oral glucose tolerance test to reveal hidden prediabetes that can drive plaque.
- If your glucose spikes over 160, remove the carb sources that cause those spikes.
Plaque Is A Metabolic Problem
- Plaque is a metabolic issue, not just a plumbing problem in the heart.
- If you have plaque in one artery, you likely have it elsewhere because metabolism drives it.