Carnivore influencer Dr. Kiltz recently revealed a shocking update about his heart health, sparking a massive debate in the nutrition world. In this episode, we dive into his story with empathy and use it as a teaching moment. We'll break down what his test results actually mean, explain the difference between a Calcium Score and a CT Angiogram, and discuss why "feeling fine" isn't always enough when it comes to heart disease.

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:51 - The Problem with Online Polarization
02:10 - Dr. Kiltz's Health Update: CAC Score & Colitis
02:44 - Why "Feeling Fine" Can Be Dangerous
04:06 - The Road Construction Analogy: How Plaque Hides
06:02 - What is a Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Score?
07:22 - Understanding Calcium Score Ranges
08:48 - The "Blind Spot" of Calcium Scores
09:20 - CT Coronary Angiogram Explained
10:35 - Dr. Kiltz's New Protocol

SELECTED REFERENCES:
Original video: https://youtu.be/UzYd2Zf9Gn8?si=zJXiRfnJiS3laai9
https://www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.jacadv.2025.101686

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