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In this episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered, Russ Powell, RD, CDCES, breaks down the 2026 Management of Dyslipidemia guidelines—the new, more holistic approach to cholesterol and heart health. Rather than just “chasing numbers” like LDL and HDL, these guidelines prioritize prevention, personalized risk assessment, and lifestyle as a first-line, Class A recommendation.
Russ explains what tests like Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] and ApoB actually mean, why they matter (especially if you have type 2 diabetes), and how to talk with your provider about getting the right labs—not just more labs. You’ll also learn practical, realistic nutrition and lifestyle strategies you can start using right away to cut your long-term risk of heart attack and stroke, even if you have a genetic predisposition.
“Even if you have a genetic predisposition for heart disease, healthy lifestyle habits can still cut your risk of adverse outcomes by about 50%—you have far more power than just your lab numbers suggest.” - Russ
Learn more about:
- Lifestyle first: 2026 guidelines give lifestyle a Class A recommendation before medications.
- New focus: Shift from “cholesterol numbers” to overall dyslipidemia management and true heart-risk assessment.
- Better risk tools: A new calculator looks at 30-year risk, adds kidney function, and removes race as a factor.
- Advanced labs matter: Lp(a) and ApoB tests help uncover hidden risk, especially in people with type 2 diabetes.
- You still have power: Even with genetic risk, lifestyle changes can cut adverse outcomes by ~50%.
Ready to Feel More in Control (and Less Overwhelmed)?
If you’ve been wanting:
- structure
- accountability
- a blood sugar plan that fits your real life
- support with holiday and New Year goals
…now is the perfect time to reach out.
Book your complimentary discovery call:
👉 https://www.russpowellnutrition.com/book
Russ accepts:
- BCBS
- UHC
- Anthem
- HSA/FSA cards
- And flexible self-pay options
Links Mentioned
- Complimentary Discovery Call → https://www.russpowellnutrition.com/book
- Russ’s website → https://www.russpowellnutrition.com
- Instagram → @balanced.bloodsugar.rd
If You Loved This Episode…
- Leave a review to help others find Blood Sugar Unfiltered!
- Screenshot and share on Instagram and tag @balanced.bloodsugar.rd so Russ can cheer you on.
- Send this episode to someone navigating the holidays with blood sugar in mind.
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In this episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered, Russ Powell, RD, CDCES, breaks down the 2026 Management of Dyslipidemia guidelines—the new, more holistic approach to cholesterol and heart health. Rather than just “chasing numbers” like LDL and HDL, these guidelines prioritize prevention, personalized risk assessment, and lifestyle as a first-line, Class A recommendation.
Russ explains what tests like Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] and ApoB actually mean, why they matter (especially if you have type 2 diabetes), and how to talk with your provider about getting the right labs—not just more labs. You’ll also learn practical, realistic nutrition and lifestyle strategies you can start using right away to cut your long-term risk of heart attack and stroke, even if you have a genetic predisposition.
“Even if you have a genetic predisposition for heart disease, healthy lifestyle habits can still cut your risk of adverse outcomes by about 50%—you have far more power than just your lab numbers suggest.” - Russ
Learn more about:
- Lifestyle first: 2026 guidelines give lifestyle a Class A recommendation before medications.
- New focus: Shift from “cholesterol numbers” to overall dyslipidemia management and true heart-risk assessment.
- Better risk tools: A new calculator looks at 30-year risk, adds kidney function, and removes race as a factor.
- Advanced labs matter: Lp(a) and ApoB tests help uncover hidden risk, especially in people with type 2 diabetes.
- You still have power: Even with genetic risk, lifestyle changes can cut adverse outcomes by ~50%.
Ready to Feel More in Control (and Less Overwhelmed)?
If you’ve been wanting:
- structure
- accountability
- a blood sugar plan that fits your real life
- support with holiday and New Year goals
…now is the perfect time to reach out.
Book your complimentary discovery call:
👉 https://www.russpowellnutrition.com/book
Russ accepts:
- BCBS
- UHC
- Anthem
- HSA/FSA cards
- And flexible self-pay options
Links Mentioned
- Complimentary Discovery Call → https://www.russpowellnutrition.com/book
- Russ’s website → https://www.russpowellnutrition.com
- Instagram → @balanced.bloodsugar.rd
If You Loved This Episode…
- Leave a review to help others find Blood Sugar Unfiltered!
- Screenshot and share on Instagram and tag @balanced.bloodsugar.rd so Russ can cheer you on.
- Send this episode to someone navigating the holidays with blood sugar in mind.