Dr. Ann Marie Navar on Rethinking Statins

In this episode, preventive cardiologist Dr. Ann Marie Navar, a member of the committee that helped shape the American Heart Association's new recommendations for earlier cholesterol management, explains why many experts believe cardiovascular prevention should begin decades before most people ever experience symptoms. Dr. Navar explains why lowering LDL cholesterol earlier in life can have lasting benefits decades later, how ApoB and lipoprotein(a) are reshaping the way experts think about heart disease risk, and why some of the most popular fears surrounding statins aren't supported by the evidence. The conversation also explores the growing divide between evidence-based medicine and the wellness industry and the challenges of separating compelling biological theories from treatments that have actually been proven to improve health outcomes. She's a wealth of knowledge and a wonderful guest. Hope you enjoy.