Heart Attacks are Preventable!

EP384: Will Your HDL Save You?

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this podcast, Dr. Warrick Bishop, a cardiologist and CEO of the Healthy Heart Network, discusses the complexities of HDL cholesterol, often referred to as "good" cholesterol. He explains the roles of different types of cholesterol, specifically Apo B proteins associated with LDL cholesterol, which contribute to plaque formation and cardiovascular risk. While HDL is involved in transporting cholesterol back to the liver, its protective role is more complicated than previously thought. Read more

EP383: AUSactive Barrie Elvish Interview

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this podcast, Dr. Warrick Bishop interviews Barrie Elvish, CEO of AUSactive, an organization focused on promoting physical activity and fitness in Australia. With heart disease being a significant issue, the podcast aims to educate listeners about the importance of exercise in maintaining health. AUSactive serves as a non-profit industry association representing nearly 3,000 businesses in the fitness sector and advocates for increased physical activity among Australians. They have launched the "Million Moves" campaign to encourage community participation in various forms of exercise over a 21-day period, aiming to foster healthier lifestyles. Barrie emphasizes that exercise is crucial for extending healthy lifespans and mitigating chronic diseases. He shares his personal journey with mental health and the role of physical activity in maintaining his well-being. The discussion highlights the need for government investment in preventive health measures rather than solely focusing on healthcare supply. Barrie calls for a public health campaign to promote exercise, drawing parallels to successful past initiatives. The podcast concludes with a reminder of the importance of living a healthy life and the potential benefits of regular exercise. Read more

EP382: Fantastic Interview With Professor and Caridologist Alan Rozanski Part 2

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In the podcast, Dr. Warrick Bishop, a cardiologist and CEO of the Healthy Heart Network, discusses heart health with Professor Alan Rozanski, an experienced clinician and researcher. They explore the evolution of heart disease presentation over the decades, noting a significant decrease in myocardial ischemia among patients undergoing stress testing, from one-third in the early 1990s to just five percent by 2010. Despite these improvements, they highlight a troubling trend: patients who are unable to exercise, often due to obesity and related health issues, face a threefold increase in mortality risk. Read more

EP381: Fantastic Interview With Professor and Cardiologist Alan Rozanski Part 1

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this podcast, Dr. Warrick Bishop, a cardiologist and CEO of the Healthy Heart Network, discusses heart health and disease prevention with Professor Alan Rozanski from Mount Sinai Hospital. They emphasize the importance of understanding blood pressure, weight, and cholesterol to avoid heart disease, which is a significant issue in Australia. Rozanski shares insights from his extensive career in cardiac imaging and prevention, highlighting the six domains of health: physical health, emotional well-being, quality of thinking, social relationships, sense of purpose, and stress management. They explore the impact of mental stress on heart health and differentiate it from Takotsubo syndrome, or broken heart syndrome. Read more

EP380: Dr. Har Hari on Healing Through Mitachondria

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this podcast, Dr. Warrick Bishop, a cardiologist and CEO of the Healthy Heart Network, discusses heart health and preventative measures against heart disease, which significantly impacts Australia. He interviews Dr. Hari Khalsa, a holistic chiropractor from Beverly Hills, who emphasizes the importance of addressing health from physical, biochemical, and energetic perspectives. Dr. Khalsa utilizes a system called Ciderscan, which measures the body's energy to identify underlying health issues. Both doctors discuss the benefits of pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMF), highlighting its potential to accelerate healing and improve various health conditions. Read more

EP379: Bad Language in Cardiology, Prevention, and Cholesterol

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this podcast, Dr. Warrick Bishop, a cardiologist and CEO of the Healthy Heart Network, discusses the misconceptions surrounding cholesterol and its role in heart health. He emphasizes that heart disease is prevalent in Australia, with a heart attack occurring every twenty minutes, many of which could be prevented with better understanding. Dr. Bishop critiques the term "coronary artery disease," arguing that it overlooks the long-term process of atherosclerosis, which develops over decades. He highlights the importance of distinguishing between primary and secondary prevention of heart disease, noting that while cholesterol-lowering treatments are effective after an event, their role in primary prevention remains ambiguous. Read more

EP378: Keto and Other Tricky Cardiovascular Situations

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. Dr. Warrick Bishop, a cardiologist and CEO of the Healthy Heart Network, addresses heart disease's prevalence in Australia and the importance of managing blood pressure, weight, and cholesterol. In this podcast, he discusses the benefits and concerns surrounding keto diets, particularly their impact on cholesterol levels. While a reduced carbohydrate diet can lead to weight loss and better insulin control, the consumption of saturated fats may raise LDL cholesterol levels, prompting caution in high-risk patients. He emphasizes the importance of cholesterol management for women, particularly in light of recent studies confirming the benefits of statins for them. Dr. Bishop also highlights the need for careful consideration in treating older patients and those with chronic renal disease, as they face higher cardiovascular risks. He advocates for individualized approaches to cholesterol-lowering therapies, especially for transplant candidates. The podcast aims to educate listeners on various health topics while encouraging them to share the information and seek further understanding of their heart health risks. Dr. Bishop concludes by inviting listeners to explore their heart attack risk through a dedicated website. Read more

EP377: Podcasthon Interview With Adam Weir from Surf Life Saving Australia

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. HELP US SUPPORT SURF LIFE SAVING. Every Book Sold, we donate $7 to Surf Life Saving Australia >> https://drwarrickbishop.com/s/surf << Read more

EP376: Dr. Foo and Cardiovascular Risk For Women—Really Important Episode

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this podcast, Dr. Warrick Bishop discusses cardiovascular health, particularly focusing on women's heart health, with guest Dr. Fiona Foo, an interventional cardiologist. They highlight the alarming statistic that coronary heart disease is the second leading cause of death among women in Australia, often underrecognised compared to other health issues like breast cancer. The conversation covers traditional risk factors such as cholesterol, blood pressure, diabetes, and how some of these pose a greater risk for women. They also delve into sex-specific risk factors, including complications from pregnancy and autoimmune diseases, which can significantly increase cardiovascular risk. Read more

EP375: What is the Glycocalyx?

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this podcast, Dr. Warrick Bishop discusses the glycocalyx, a protective, microscopic lining within the endothelial layer of arteries. This layer plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of endothelial cells, which line blood vessels. Damage to the glycocalyx can expose these cells to harmful blood contents, potentially leading to conditions like coronary artery disease. Dr. Bishop highlights that turbulent blood flow, particularly at branch points in arteries, can disrupt the glycocalyx and contribute to plaque formation. Read more