In this conversation, Dr. Philip Ovadia, a heart surgeon, discusses the critical role of metabolic health in preventing heart disease. He shares his personal journey from being an unhealthy heart surgeon to focusing on keeping patients off the operating table through lifestyle changes. The discussion covers various aspects of metabolic health, including dietary choices, exercise, stress management, sleep quality, and the misconceptions surrounding heart disease and treatments like statins. Dr. Ovadia emphasizes the importance of understanding and improving metabolic health metrics to enhance overall well-being.