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How A Biochemist & Engineer Reversed His Coronary Artery Disease & Calcium Scan Score Based On Over 16,000 Hours Of Study & Research, With Patrick Theut.

May 25, 2024
01:03:42
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Biochemist and engineer Patrick Theut shares his journey of reversing coronary artery disease through diet and high-dose vitamins. Topics include the role of vitamin K in heart health, gut health's impact, and his company K-vitamins.com. Dive into mineral ratios, detoxification, gut bacteria's influence, and personal health discoveries.
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  • High MK7 vitamin K intake can boost endurance in athletes by reducing fatigue and delaying mitochondria fatigue.
  • Gut bacteria influence vitamin K absorption and heart health, highlighting the importance of gut health in cardiovascular function.

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Boosting Endurance with Vitamin K

Taking a high amount of MK7 of vitamin K can boost endurance in athletes by binding up reactive peroxides, reducing fatigue. A study in 2017 showed a 12% increase in endurance for triathletes. By sweeping up peroxides, mitochondria fatigue is delayed, leading to sustained ATP production and prolonged exercise capacity.

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