The Frontiers of Endothelial Glycocalyx and Cardiovascular Health with Dr. Tom Guilliams

In today's episode with Dr. Tom Guilliams, you’ll hear us take a deep dive on: The secrets of the endothelial glycocalyx Potential biomarkers for assessing glycocalyx activity The role of glycocalyx in cardiovascular health Lifestyle factors that support endothelial health Insights for maintaining cardiovascular health Dr. Tom Guilliams serves as the Director at Point Institute and the Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy, boasting two decades of experience in the critical assessment of lifestyle, nutritional, and dietary supplement strategies aimed at both preventing and managing chronic diseases. Order tests through Rupa Health, the BEST place to order functional medicine lab tests from 30+ labs - https://www.rupahealth.com/reference-guide Labs Mentioned Blood testing Heparan sulfate testing Heparin testing Chondroitin sulfate testing Hyaluronic acid testing C-reactive protein test Glucose testing Hemoglobin A1C test Guest Details: Dr. Tom Guilliams on LinkedIn Dr. Tom Guilliams’ Books Ortho Molecular Products Website Rupa Health Details: Rupa Health's Website Rupa Health on LinkedIn Rupa Health on Instagram Rupa Health on Tik Tok Rupa Health on YouTube Rupa Health Reference Guide Rupa Health Magazine Dr. Carrie Jones’ Website Dr. Carrie Jones on LinkedIn Dr. Carrie Jones on Instagram Dr. Carrie Jones on TikTok Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 03:27 - Who is Dr. Tom Guilliams? 05:20 - What is the endothelial layer? 08:13 - The crucial role of endothelial function in cardiovascular health 12:13 - Cholesterol: a bystander in the larger picture of heart health 13:46 - What is the glycocalyx? 17:51 - The role of enzymes in cardiovascular health 21:00 - Nitric oxide: the miracle gas behind vascular relaxation 26:30 - The glycolic connection 32:22 - Testing the endothelial glycocalyx 34:52 - Nutrients and phytonutrients 43:33 - Where can you find Dr. Tom Guilliams?