The Truth About Women’s Heart Health | Dr. Martha Gulati

In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon interviews Dr. Martha Gulati, a leading expert in women's cardiovascular health, to discuss the critical differences in heart disease between men and women. They highlight the alarming statistic that heart disease is the number one killer of women, yet diagnostic tools and treatment protocols are often designed for men. Dr. Gulati debunks common myths about hormone replacement therapy and its role in heart health, emphasizing the importance of personalized risk assessments for women, including reproductive history and adverse pregnancy outcomes. The conversation covers screening recommendations, the impact of lifestyle factors, the role of plaque in heart disease, and the importance of exercise, while also addressing the environmental impact on cardiovascular health and the need for sex-specific approaches to fitness and medication dosing.