Unpacking the Latest Keto CTA Study & the Future of Citizen Science

📋 In this episode of Ketobiography, host Robyn Dobbins talks with Dave Feldman, a software engineer turned metabolic health researcher, about his pioneering Keto CTA study and the journey that has reshaped how we think about cholesterol and heart health. They dive into the complexities and surprises of the study’s data, the challenges of scientific transparency, and how citizen science is empowering individuals to take control of their own health. Dave also shares updates on his podcast, The Feldman Protocol, and the upcoming Cholesterol Code documentary film. This candid conversation explores perseverance, scientific rigor, and hope for the future of metabolic research.⏳ Chapters0:00 Introduction and Host Welcome2:00 The Spark Behind Keto CTA Study4:00 Explanation of CT Angiography and Study Details7:00 Baseline and Longitudinal Scan Results8:00 Semi-Quantitative vs Quantitative Data Analysis12:00 Data Challenges and Transparency Issues18:00 Social Media Rollout and Public Response25:00 Engagement with HeartFlow and Data Validation30:00 Discussion on Plaque Regression Findings42:00 Upcoming Five-Year Scan and Future Research Plans47:00 Launch of The Feldman Protocol Podcast50:00 Update on Cholesterol Code Documentary Film💡 What you’ll Learn in this EpisodeHow a personal curiosity evolved into a landmark crowdfunding research studyThe methodology and importance of CT angiography in understanding heart healthDifferences between semi-quantitative and AI-guided quantitative analyses in plaque measurementChallenges faced with transparency and data accuracy in scientific researchThe role of citizen science and patient advocacy in advancing metabolic health knowledge🔑 Key Insight“Science isn’t about having all the answers immediately — it’s about facing tough questions and letting the truth emerge through open conversation.” — Dave Feldman🌐 Connect with Dave FeldmanWebsite: https://www.cholesterolcode.comThe Feldman Protocol_ PodcastX🔬KetoCTA:https://www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.jacadv.2025.101686Preliminary QAngio Data for Keto-CTA on Rapid ProgressorsNew KETO-CTA Data - Clarification and Update on Cleerly📌 Citizen Science Foundation & Collaborative Science Conference🎬 The Cholesterol Code🎧 New episodes drop every Thursday on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms.🌱 Know someone with a keto success story? Nominate them to be featured: [email protected]🔗 Subscribe, follow, and leave a review — it helps more people find the show.👥 Connect with Robyn: https://www.robyndobbins.com https://linktr.ee/robyn.r.dobbins🎬 Robyn is featured in The Cholesterol Code – Watch it on Amazon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.