The Life Lab by Death Clock

Dr. Arthur Agatston on Cholesterol and the Calcium Score


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In this episode, Brent speaks with Dr. Arthur Agatston, world-renowned cardiologist, creator of the South Beach Diet, and the pioneer behind the Agatston Score, better known as the calcium score. Dr. Agatston explains how this simple, low-cost CT scan can reveal hidden plaque in the arteries long before symptoms arise, offering a far more accurate predictor of heart attack risk than cholesterol numbers alone. They dig into why most heart attacks happen in people with "normal" cholesterol, how genetics and lifestyle play into risk, when to start screening, and the promise and pitfalls of more advanced imaging. He's a phenomenal guest, hope you enjoy.

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