S11 E6: Becoming Heart Smart With Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN (Performance & Longevity Series)

In this episode of Life Time Talks, Jamie Martin interviews Jim LaValle, Life Time's Chief Science Officer, about mastering cardiovascular health. They discuss the prevalence of cardiovascular disease, its early development, and the significance of understanding hidden causes beyond cholesterol levels. The conversation covers genetic predispositions like the ApoE gene, lifestyle factors such as diet, stress, sleep, and exercise, as well as environmental burdens and gut health. They also delve into monitoring heart health through resting heart rate, heart rate variability, and two-minute heart rate recovery, along with advanced lab tests. The episode concludes with strategies for preventing and potentially reversing cardiovascular disease through lifestyle adjustments, nutrient management, and therapeutic interventions available at Life Time's Miura program.