Why Cholesterol May Not Be the Cause of Heart Disease with Dr. Aseem Malhotra

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Published 2018-10-03
Cholesterol has become so confusing. The reality is, most of us have little understanding about the cholesterol levels in our blood and the whole topic is much more complicated than we previously thought. Many people still believe that eating cholesterol and fat, especially saturated fat, causes heart attacks and that taking statin drugs provides a powerful way to reduce your risk of heart attacks. But is this really true?
My guest on this week’s episode of The Doctor’s Farmacy is here to bust the cholesterol myth, and he is a cardiologist! Described as an inspiration by Jamie Oliver, internationally renowned Consultant Cardiologist and best-selling author of The Pioppi Diet, Dr. Aseem Malhotra has become one of the most influential and well-known health campaigners, and a pioneer of the lifestyle medicine movement in the UK. Today we talk about myths around heart health, and what it truly means to be heart healthy.
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Dr. Hyman is an 11-time New York Times bestselling author, family physician and international leader in the field of Functional Medicine. His podcast, The Doctor's Farmacy, is a place for deep conversations about the critical issues of our time in the space of health, wellness, food and politics. New episodes are released every Wednesday here on YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

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All Comments (21)
  • @bluewaters4567
    "good health rarely comes out of a medicine bottle". Well said.
  • @LovinLife60
    I refuse to go on a statin. I’m so grateful for these kinds of interviews and “the cholesterol myth” book.
  • wow i can't believe this was posted 4 years ago and it's only gotten 200k views. it deserves way more than that!!
  • @colorsynthesis
    I feel grateful to be able to hear from these doctors who are brave enough to tell the truth.
  • @gregorygatz2419
    I am 69 with a " 0 " CAC score in spite elevated cholesterol ( meaningless LDL-c ) for years. Have resisted statins all these years, and now armed with real science like this, will continue to try to educate my Dr.. Now LCHF, ( no grains ) with no inflammation and BP med going down. Feeling better than I have for twenty years.
  • @spitfirebaby
    Keep the info coming! As an RN, I have been on Low carb/high fat for five years. The last three has been closer to Keto. My labs are now excellent. Came off po diabetes medication..and off one of two blood pressure meds. Lost weight..and am 67 years old. I am thrilled. Please, keep giving the statistics and what we put into our mouths. Food is medication. I also took myself off statins after a year and feel awesome. A1C dropped from 9.2 to 6. Still working at lowering it further. Thank you so much!! Keep talking! (off all sugar, grains, and junk food. Real food is best).
  • @mrpolsco6872
    I’m 63 been on statins for 20+ years prescribed by my former Doctor of 20+ years despite never having prior heart attacks, strokes, conditions etc. I have inflammation in my body, joints etc I have stopped taking them a week ago and started on KETO 3 weeks ago and the weight is falling off me.
  • @westfield90
    Bravo. It is so long overdue that the establishment gets up to speed on cholesterol, diets, keto and heart disease. They seem to be so mired on 50 year old data
  • @webber977
    This guy and his dad have given so much to my country, UK, absolute heros both of them
  • @user-uw8nc7ho3x
    It so nice to hear doctors that actually listen to their patience.
  • @michelel1852
    Dr Hyman, Dr Malhorta thank you so much for fighting for all of us. This was the most informative videos I’ve seen in a long time. It gives me hope. I wish more doctors would take up the fight and also educate themselves. I’m 67 and I hope I see a change in my lifetime because people are not only getting physically sick but mentally ill!
  • @stevendepuy4377
    Started Keto in May 2018. A1C in March of 2018 was 7.5. In July, it was 6.6, in October, it was 5.9. LCHF works and can change your life.
  • @Daluke61
    A prime example of what I like about YouTube; this particular podcast...thank you, Doctors!
  • How refreshing to listen to your conversation how wonderful to know that there are some doctors out there who know the truth and are willing to take a stand for what is right. More power to the both of you.
  • I wish I could thumbs up a billion times! Great interview podcast!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
  • @bgregg55
    the tenderness & pain in my leg muscles resolved within days of quitting the statin I'd been put on many years ago.
  • When the lockdowns started here in South Africa, I stopped taking my bp and cholesterol meds when it became unavailable for a while. I'm still off it and feel healthier than ever
  • @deanshulze931
    I just love these doctors. Few doctors seems to actually care about their patients. These doctors actually care about the best treatment options, including the best options: diets and lifestyle. I have Dr Hyman's book, highly recommended.
  • @amzros
    I work in the health field & I’ve always been interested in nutrition. After reading your book “Food: What the heck should I eat?” in March I found your website & then your podcasts. First of all, I enjoy them & find them so fascinating. I have been listening to your podcast now for about 6 months. I still find them fascinating but I’m so frustrated by the lack of our government, food industry, & medical doctors acknowledging this information & implementing the things you suggest for the health of all. You always ask your guests if the were king for the day what would they do? If I were king for the day I would put you & your colleagues in charge of the food & health governing bodies in the USA. Maybe then we would see a change! I would also make food education that you espouse mandatory for all. If you don’t know better, you can’t do better. Keep doing what you’re doing. Maybe one day a change will come about. Thanks!
  • @My2psworth
    Dr Malhotra is a well known health Hero and Legend in the UK 🇬🇧, a brave and conscientious doctor who will not be swayed by the dollars but insists on exposing the lies and declaring the truth. God bless you Dr Malhotra!! 😊 x