Decoding Cholesterol with Dave Feldman - Episode 2306

Decoding Cholesterol with Dave Feldman - Episode 2306

Author: Vinnie Tortorich March 17, 2023 Duration: 1:13:12
Episode 2306 - On this Friday's show Vinnie Tortorich welcomes back Dave Feldman, and the two discuss decoding cholesterol, recent studies regarding cholesterol, modeling data, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2023/03/decoding-cholesterol-dave-feldman-episode-2306 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Pure Vitamin Club Pure Coffee Club NSNG® Foods VILLA CAPPELLI EAT HAPPY KITCHEN DECODING CHOLESTEROL Vinnie welcomes Dave back and chats a bit about Dave's first appearance on the Dr. Drew podcast. (3:00) Both Dave and Ivor Cummins have brought a lot of attention to understanding cholesterol. Dave's background in coding has helped him decipher how cholesterol works in the system of our bodies. Dave explains what ApoA-1 and ApoB are in simple-to-understand terms and what part it plays in your body. (5:00) A good metabolism is a balance of building up and breaking down of certain materials, specifically fuel, in the body. (10:30) Dave and Vinnie discuss what a CAC score is; Dave is surprised there isn't more interest in it based on what he's learned. (16:00) This leads to a discussion of how statins work and how they may or may not be beneficial, depending on the situation. (LMHR) is, and his recent research around this phenomenon. (22:00) The ad for Villa Capelli leads to a discussion on healthy fats, seed oils, and some companies making misleading claims on their labels. (28:30) Dave also explains research that uses modeled data, vs. epidemiological studies or randomized control trials (RCTs), and the challenges of each kind. (35:00) The conversation leads back to the study Dave is spearheading about LMHR (Lean Mass Hyper Responder) and what the research has shown thus far. (45:00) Vinnie asks Dave if CAC scores can be improved, and if so, how. (1:03:00) Dave also shares info about what variations in testing can affect results. Dave and his work can be found at cholesterolcode.com and OwnYourLabs.com. His Twitter is @realDaveFeldman. PLUS... Vinnie reveals an NSNG® FOODS special Promo Code. (LISTEN FOR IT!) [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes): bit.ly/beyondimpossibleitunes Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)! https://amzn.to/3JNhrPE Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: https://vinnietortorich.com/documentaries Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!

You’ll find a refreshingly direct and often contrarian voice in Fitness Confidential, hosted by longtime Hollywood fitness expert Vinnie Tortorich. This isn’t about echoing the latest trends; it’s about dismantling them. With over three decades spent training clients and navigating the fads, Vinnie cuts through the industry’s widespread myths surrounding diet, exercise, and sustainable weight loss. Each episode feels like a candid conversation, drawing from his hands-on experience and the principles that made his book a bestseller. The discussions are grounded in a commitment to genuine health, offering practical strategies to get fit without the gimmicks. Tuning into this podcast means hearing unfiltered advice on reclaiming your well-being, all delivered with a dose of tough love and hard-won wisdom. Vinnie has already guided hundreds of thousands toward better health, and through these regular talks, he continues to challenge listeners to think critically about what truly works for the long haul.
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