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Malcolm and I explore the true causes of heart disease, challenging the conventional belief that cholesterol and LDL are the primary drivers. We dive into endothelial damage and blood clotting as the underlying mechanisms behind cardiovascular events, and unpack metabolic syndrome, statins, and the role of inflammation, toxins, and lifestyle factors in damaging blood vessels. Listen to the full interview to learn more.

Dr. Malcolm Kendrick is a Scottish physician, author, and researcher known for challenging mainstream views on cardiovascular disease. He is the author of The Clot Thickens, where he presents an alternative hypothesis that heart disease is driven by blood clotting and arterial damage rather than cholesterol. With decades of clinical experience, Kendrick has become a leading voice questioning traditional lipid-focused models of heart health.

We discuss the following:

Saturated fat paradox
Minnesota experiment explained
Risk factors vs cholesterol
Cholesterol narrative driven by profit
Focus on disease process
Glycocalyx and protection
Small dense LDL debate
Clot clearance and heart attack risk
Stress impairs clot clearance
Sunlight and nitric oxide
Statins barely extend lifespan
Lean mass hyper-responders explained

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*DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It should not replace professional medical advice.

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383. What Really Causes Heart Disease? It’s Not Cholesterol - Dr. Malcolm Kendrick

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383. What Really Causes Heart Disease? It’s Not Cholesterol - Dr. Malcolm Kendrick