If you’re a regular listener of this podcast, you’ll know that our cholesterol level is closely linked to heart health. With that in mind, it’s easy to be drawn to foods labelled as ‘low fat’, ‘reduced fat’ or ‘fat free’ - all of which promise to keep our cholesterol low and heart strong.
However, is it really that simple?
I’m joined by Professor Sarah Be ... Show More
Aug 27
The 5 best food swaps to lower cholesterol, protect your heart and to live longer | Dr. Alice Lichtenstein
Is fat good or bad for your heart? For decades, we blamed fat and cholesterol for clogged arteries and heart attacks. Now you choose low-fat yogurt to protect your heart, while others cook with beef tallow. In this episode, Dr. Alice Lichtenstein, a world-leading expert on dietar ... Show More
52m 26s
Aug 25
Most replayed moment: Can you really boost your immune system? | Professor Daniel Davis
Today we’re talking about the immune system. It’s one of the most important systems in our body, yet it’s also one of the hardest to understand. You can’t see it, you can’t feel it working, and there’s no simple way to measure whether it’s strong or weak. But when it fails, we ce ... Show More
16m 9s
Jul 2024
250. When You Should Worry About LDL Cholesterol with Mike Fave
Today, Paul and Mike unpack their opinions about lipids. They talk about true risk for cardiovascular disease, primary versus secondary prevention, lipid lowering drugs, and share their thoughts on a recent podcast episode with Peter Attia. *Produced by Mountain Valley Media 00:0 ... Show More
2h 16m
Jul 2024
Should I Avoid Unhealthy Foods? Red 40, Seed Oils, Red Meat and More
In this episode of the Food Freedom Life podcast, host Brittany Allison answers an important question: should you avoid certain foods because they're unhealthy? She explores the concept of food neutrality and viewing all foods without labeling them as good or bad. She emphasizes ... Show More
34m 38s
Jan 2024
All About Fat
<p>Like the title, today’s show is all about fats! Dietitians Leah and Teresa are going to discuss the good fats, the bad fats, WHY we need fats in the first place, what fats help with weight loss, the best fats to cook with, what to look for on the label when buying products in ... Show More
41m 47s