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The Plant Free MD with Dr Anthony Chaffee

Episode 184: What High Cholesterol Means on a Carnivore Diet and The Oreo Cookie vs Statin Trial with Dr. Nick Norwitz

Jan 29, 2024
Dr. Nick Norwitz, with a Ph.D. in ketogenic nutrition and metabolism, discusses lean mass hyper responders, the Oreo cookie vs. statin trial, and the controversy around LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular disease. He also touches on misleading study conclusions and the positive influence of an animal-based keto diet.
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Quick takeaways

  • Lean mass hyperresponders experience significant increases in LDL cholesterol when following a low-carb diet, highlighting the need for further research.
  • A scientific experiment comparing the effects of Oreo cookies and statin therapy revealed that consuming Oreo cookies led to a greater reduction in LDL cholesterol, challenging existing beliefs about cholesterol management.

Deep dives

Lean Mass Hyperresponders and the Lipid Energy Model

The podcast episode explores the phenomenon of lean mass hyperresponders and discusses the lipid energy model. Lean mass hyperresponders are individuals who experience significant increases in LDL cholesterol when following a low-carb diet. The podcast delves into the origins of this concept and emphasizes the need for further research to better understand this unique group of individuals.

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