Published Sep 11, 2020

126: The Strongest Weapon Against Heart Disease and COVID-19 is Your Immunity | Dr. ASEEM MALHOTRA MD

Dr. Aseem Malhotra shares insights into the pivotal role of metabolic health in curbing heart disease and COVID-19, advocating for lifestyle changes to boost immunity, while addressing the influence of commercial forces on medical practices and the dual effects of social media on mental resilience.

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- How can I reduce visceral fat?
  Asked by 319 people
- How does social media impact isolation?
  Asked by 214 people
- How do people incorporate Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) into their daily lives?
  Asked by 204 people
- How does social media affect mental health?
  Asked by 139 people
- What are the problems with social media and smartphones?
  Asked by 109 people
- I'd like to know more about dietary advice for managing Type 2 diabetes
  Asked by 103 people
- What are the issues with the current healthcare system?
  Asked by 88 people
- I'd like to learn more about serotonin's role
  Asked by 84 people
- How does social media impact social behaviors?
  Asked by 72 people
- What are some tips for managing blood glucose levels?
  Asked by 70 people
- Tell me more about optimal diets for energy and health
  Asked by 58 people
- What is the optimal diet?
  Asked by 54 people
- Are supplements beneficial?
  Asked by 37 people
- What are the benefits of metformin?
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- What role does sugar play in our bodies?
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126: The Strongest Weapon Against Heart Disease and COVID-19 is Your Immunity | Dr. ASEEM MALHOTRA MD

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Blood Glucose and Lifestyle

Understanding Blood Glucose

Social Media's Impact

Understanding Cholesterol

Understanding Different Types of Fat

The Unhappiness of Social Media

Intermittent Fasting & Ketogenic Diet

Metformin and Cholesterol Misconceptions

Understanding Metabolic Health

Outdated Medicine

Healthcare Crisis

Inflammatory Cytokines and Chronic Inflammation

Inflammation and Diet

Challenging Statin Drugs

Food as Medicine

Questions from this episode

How can I reduce visceral fat?

How does social media impact isolation?

How do people incorporate Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) into their daily lives?

How does social media affect mental health?

What are the problems with social media and smartphones?

I'd like to know more about dietary advice for managing Type 2 diabetes

What are the issues with the current healthcare system?

I'd like to learn more about serotonin's role

How does social media impact social behaviors?

What are some tips for managing blood glucose levels?

Tell me more about optimal diets for energy and health

What is the optimal diet?

Are supplements beneficial?

What are the benefits of metformin?

What role does sugar play in our bodies?

Episode Highlights

Metabolic Health

COVID-19 Insights

Medical Practices

Mental and Physical Resilience

126: The Strongest Weapon Against Heart Disease and COVID-19 is Your Immunity | Dr. ASEEM MALHOTRA MD

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Questions from this episode

Episode Highlights

Metabolic HealthDr. Aseem Malhotra, a renowned cardiologist, discusses the critical role of metabolic health in preventing chronic diseases and improving COVID-19 outcomes. He emphasizes the importance of understanding biomarkers and adopting lifestyle changes to enhance overall health.

Metabolic Health

COVID-19 InsightsDr. Aseem Malhotra explores the critical link between metabolic health and COVID-19 outcomes. He provides actionable strategies to improve metabolic health and reduce chronic inflammation, thereby mitigating the risks associated with the virus.

COVID-19 Insights

Medical PracticesDr. Aseem Malhotra discusses the importance of evidence-based medicine and the challenges posed by commercial influences on medical research. He emphasizes informed consent and the need for doctors to prioritize patient health over industry profits.

Medical Practices

Mental and Physical ResilienceNext, Dr. Aseem Malhotra and Louisa Nicola explore the multifaceted impact of social media on mental health and resilience. They discuss both the positive connections and the negative pressures that come with online presence.

Mental and Physical Resilience