Dr. Elizabeth Sage Epstein

Dr. Elizabeth Sage Epstein, a cardiologist and author of 'A Beautiful Heart Cookbook,' dives into cholesterol's critical role in heart health. She explains the difference between LDL and HDL, detailing how they impact cardiovascular disease risk. The conversation covers advanced techniques like NMR LipoProfile for assessing lipid levels and discusses lifestyle changes to combat plaque development. Epstein also emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis, the liver's role in cholesterol regulation, and revolutionary treatments like PCSK9 inhibitors for managing cholesterol effectively.