October 16, 2025

Are Statins Bad for You? Heart Health, Supplements & Mold Explained | Dr. John Kim (Part 1)

1 hour 10 minutes

271: Clinical pharmacist Dr. John Kim was just 33 years old when a heart attack changed everything he thought he knew about practicing medicine. Today, he’s one of the top functional medicine doctors - and he’s been helping me with my personal detox journey. In part one of two, Dr. Kim joins me to share the truth about cholesterol, prescription medication, and mold.

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Topics Discussed:

→ Why did Dr. John Kim have a heart attack at age 33?

→ What are the biggest misconceptions about cholesterol and statins?

→ Is fish oil actually bad for you?

→ How does mold exposure affect your health?

→ What are the best ways to detox from mold naturally?

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Timestamps:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:05:24 - Dr Kim’s Heart Attack at 33

→ 00:12:18 - Cholesterol + Statins: Misconceptions

→ 00:20:29 - Lifestyle vs. Medication

→ 00:24:03 - Quality Concerns: Fish Oil + Supplements

→ 00:31:03 - Mold, Lyme, & Microtoxins

→ 00:42:55 - Building Cellular Resilience

→ 00:52:03 - Supporting Local Farms