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Podcast: Women Want Strong Men
Episode: How We Test Cardiovascular Risk with Cardiologist Dr. Michael Twyman
Description: Every 40 seconds, someone has a heart attack. Heart attacks are the leading cause of death worldwide, with 18 million people dying each year from cardiovascular disease.
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In this episode, we dive deep into the limitations of the standard lipid panel and explore why most doctors rely on it for prescribing statins. We discuss the importance of measuring the particles that transport cholesterol, such as Apo-B and LP(a), rather than just cholesterol levels. Additionally, we examine the impact of disruptors like mouthwash and antacid medication on nitric oxide production and arterial health.
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