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Join Dave Asprey and Dr. Michael Twyman as they dive deep into cardiovascular biohacking. Discover how lifestyle changes, functional medicine, and advanced diagnostics can prevent heart attacks and strokes. Learn how to protect your arteries, reduce oxidative stress, and optimize your cardiovascular system for long-term health and longevity.
Get ready to upgrade your cardiovascular health in a way you’ve never heard of before. Dave Asprey sits down with Dr. Michael Twyman, a pioneering biohacking cardiologist who blends cutting-edge functional medicine with conventional wisdom to help you avoid heart attacks and strokes. If you think cardiovascular disease is inevitable, think again. Dr. Twyman reveals the hidden mechanisms behind heart disease, starting with the misunderstood role of plaque in your arteries and the essential yet underappreciated glycocalyx—a slippery gel-like coating that could be the key to preventing arterial damage.
From there, it’s all about prevention, prevention, prevention. Want to know how simple lifestyle tweaks can significantly reduce your risk of cardiovascular events? We’ve got the biohacks—grounding, sunlight exposure, cold plunges, and more—laid out for you in a step-by-step, easy-to-apply format. Dr. Twyman breaks down the crucial role of circadian biology and how aligning your body clock with natural light cycles can help protect your heart. Plus, learn why grounding might just be the ultimate, free anti-inflammatory tool you’ve been missing.
This episode isn’t just about tips and tricks—it’s a complete roadmap to understanding and optimizing your heart health. Dave and Dr. Twyman get into the nitty-gritty of lab tests you should be asking for, why exercise is only part of the solution, and how the current medical insurance model fails to protect your cardiovascular future. Don’t miss out on these life-saving insights that are rooted in both ancient wisdom and modern science.
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Dave Asprey sets the stage, highlighting why cardiovascular disease is the number one killer and how this episode will help you prevent it.
A functional medicine and biohacking cardiologist, Dr. Twyman shares his journey from conventional medicine to a holistic approach that integrates cutting-edge cardiovascular care.
Dr. Twyman breaks down what really causes heart attacks—the role of plaque and how it’s like a pimple inside your arteries waiting to burst.
Discover the hidden superpower in your arteries. This gel-like protective coating is crucial in preventing arterial damage. Dr. Twyman explains how to protect and restore it.
From grounding to sunlight, Dr. Twyman shares actionable steps that will keep your heart healthy without relying on pharmaceuticals.
You don’t need to be a gym rat. Dr. Twyman outlines the right type and amount of exercise for optimal cardiovascular health.
Why training your VO2 max is crucial and how it impacts not just your fitness but your heart health.
Dr. Twyman reveals how he guides patients to fit heart-healthy exercise routines into their busy lives.
The overlooked connection between thyroid function and heart disease—and why getting your thyroid levels checked could be a game-changer.
Learn how syncing your body clock with natural light cycles can dramatically lower your cardiovascular risks.
The underrated benefits of sun exposure and grounding—essential tools for keeping your cardiovascular system in peak condition.
Should you be taking statins? Dr. Twyman provides a balanced view on when they make sense and when to look for alternatives.
Dr. Twyman shares the top labs you should request to assess your heart disease risk—essential for anyone serious about prevention.
Why the insurance model isn’t designed to keep you healthy—and how to take charge of your heart health without relying on the system.
Dave and Dr. Twyman wrap up with key takeaways, urging listeners to take immediate action to protect their hearts.
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