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In Episode 37 of Healthy California, we dive deep into one of the most urgent and preventable health issues in the United States: cardiovascular disease. With nearly one million heart-related deaths each year, we break down why heart disease remains the leading cause of death despite access to advanced healthcare, and why lifestyle choices matter more than most people realize.

This episode explains what cardiovascular disease really is, covering coronary heart disease, stroke, hypertension, and heart failure, and explores how inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, insulin resistance, poor diet quality, inactivity, stress, and sleep deprivation all contribute. We challenge outdated cholesterol myths and explain why triglycerides, HDL, LDL particle size, and inflammation matter far more than total cholesterol alone.

From a functional nutrition perspective, we outline practical, actionable strategies to protect your heart, including prioritizing whole foods, reducing sugar and ultra-processed foods, choosing high-quality protein and healthy fats, increasing fiber, supporting metabolic health, and moving your body consistently. We emphasize that prevention, not medication or surgery, is the most powerful tool we have.

The episode closes with encouragement rooted in faith, reminding listeners that true health begins with being in right relationship with God and making daily choices that honor both body and spirit.

Thank you for listening to Healthy California.

If you have tried all my suggestions and are still having trouble with your health, and would like an appointment with me, please email me, text, or call me via the contact information below.

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Linda Brown, MPT, Doctoral Candidate Functional Nutrition

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