Heart Attack at 29: The Truth About Cholesterol, Genetics, and Prevention with Sam Prewitt episode artwork

EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 34 MIN

Heart Attack at 29: The Truth About Cholesterol, Genetics, and Prevention with Sam Prewitt

from Better Black Health · host Gregory L. Hall, MD

Sam “SP” Prewitt was just 29, active, and seemingly healthy when a massive heart attack nearly took his life. In this episode, he shares the #HeartStrong story behind his book "Plus More Life"—from ignoring early warning signs to discovering a 95% coronary blockage and dangerously high cholesterol driven in part by family history. We explore what most people get wrong about “young” hearts, the critical numbers every adult should know before 30, and how genetics and lifestyle all intersect. Sam opens up about the emotional aftermath of surviving, breaking generational curses, and the day-to-day habits that now define his heart-healthy life. If you think you’re too young to worry about heart disease, this conversation is your wake-up call.Book: https://www.samprewitt.com/plusmorelifeSP's website: https://www.samprewitt.com/Each episode of Better Black Health is sponsored by GNetX Sequence Multivitamins for African Americans and the Better Black Health book, which addresses many of the healthcare disparities faced by the Black community. 

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published May 22, 2026

Embed this episode

NOW PLAYING

Heart Attack at 29: The Truth About Cholesterol, Genetics, and Prevention with Sam Prewitt

0:00 34:15

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Better Black Health?

This episode is 34 minutes long.

When was this Better Black Health episode published?

This episode was published on May 22, 2026.

Can I download this Better Black Health episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!