The Dr. Gundry Podcast Is your cholesterol test TERRIBLY outdated? | EP 365
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Aug 19, 2025 This discussion reveals the outdated notions surrounding cholesterol, urging a reevaluation of testing methods and the role of inflammation in heart health. It also connects gut health to Hashimoto's thyroiditis, emphasizing the importance of dietary adjustments for managing autoimmune conditions. Additionally, the podcast clarifies the regulatory status of allulose in different markets, promoting awareness and engagement in public health discussions. Tune in to discover how these factors could be influencing your well-being!
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Test And Treat Lp(a) Proactively
- Ask your clinician to test Lp(a) and oxidized phospholipid ApoB (OXPL-APOB), both inexpensive and informative.
- Consider niacin/niacinamide and other targeted interventions to lower Lp(a) if elevated, under medical guidance.
Inflammation, Not Cholesterol, Drives Plaque
- Gundry frames cholesterol as an innocent patching molecule deposited at sites of vascular damage from inflammation.
- Heart disease is driven primarily by inflammation, not cholesterol itself.
Heal Gut First, Then Reconsider Statins
- Fix leaky gut and diet to reduce vascular inflammation and then re-evaluate need for statins with your physician.
- Do not stop statins abruptly; taper only with medical supervision.
