282. Primary Risk Factors for Heart Disease. Is High Cholesterol a Risk? – Dr. Philip Ovadia

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast . _____ I'm excited to sit down with Dr. Philip Ovadia. We talk about insulin resistance, cholesterol, and much more. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more. Dr. Philip Ovadia's extensive experience in heart surgery, exceeding 3,000 operations, revealed to him the crucial role of lifestyle and nutrition in maintaining good health rather than relying solely on medical interventions. Witnessing his patients treat heart attacks as an "inevitable" part of life motivated him to shift his focus toward preventive health, aiming to equip people with the necessary tools and mindset to avoid the need for a heart surgeon entirely. We discuss the following: All about Dr. Philip Ovadia Cholesterol and saturated fat Heart disease Insulin resistance Quality of cholesterol Adaptation to carnivore diet Reversing heart disease Blood sugar on a carnivore diet Cause of insulin resistance Sleep apnea and oral hygiene Thoughts on statins Benefits of getting on statins How to check heart health Where to find Dr. Philip Ovadia _____ RESOURCES Dr. Philip Ovadia's Website Dr. Philip Ovadia's Facebook Dr. Philip Ovadia's Instagram Dr. Philip Ovadia's Twitter Dr. Philip Ovadia's YouTube Dr. Philip Ovadia's LinkedIn Dr. Philip Ovadia's Book Metabolic Syndrome Calculator ____ SIGN UP FOR MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER CHECK OUT MY BOOK, Carnivore Cure CHECK OUT MY SECOND BOOK, The Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners: Your Practical Guide to an All-Meat Lifestyle _____ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Nutrition with Judy Articles Nutrition with Judy Resources Nutrition with Judy Podcast _____ FIND ME 🌎 Website 📺 YouTube 🏞 Instagram 👤 Facebook _____ **DISCLAIMER: I am only here to provide support as a nutritional therapy practitioner and I am not providing medical advice. I always recommend working with a team of holistic practitioners, including your PCP and a certified nutritional therapy practitioner. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a medical condition.