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Keto vs. Whole-Food Plant-Based: What’s the hard evidence for performance, insulin sensitivity, heart disease reversal, and longevity?

What do people on social media mean by “ketosis,” and does it automatically mean “healthier”? Ketosis simply means your blood ...

The Protein Debate

Dr. Loren Cordain vs. Dr. T. Colin Campbell Original context: Public nutrition debate from the mid-2000s reflecting two competing paradigms: ...

Treating heart disease with diet isn’t just a modern obsession – it’s a practice backed by millions of years of evolutionary history and the sharpest tools in modern science

To truly settle the long-running "cold war" between Dr. Loren Cordain’s Paleo camp and Dr. T. Colin Campbell’s plant-based paradigm, ...

Expert Angiographic Evaluation of Coronary Artery Disease Regression: The Megdal Serial Angiogram (2014–2018)

Atherosclerosis is a chronic, progressive vascular condition traditionally managed by interventions aimed at slowing its advancement.1 The measurable reversal of ...

Peter Megdal gets second at National Championships

We all aspire to be winners, but what does it truly mean to be a winner? It’s often defined as ...

The Plant-Based Paradox: Why Not All Veggie Diets Are Created Equal for Your Heart

For years, we've heard the chorus: "Eat more plants for a healthier heart!" And largely, that advice holds true. Numerous ...

Can Diet Really Reverse Heart Disease?

​A Practical, Evidence-Based Q&A Inspired by the Ornish Debate ​Introduction: Why This Question Won’t Go Away ​Dean Ornish has claimed ...

Q&A: Can Your Love for Red Meat Be Dangerous?

Neu5Gc, Plant-Based Protection, and Atherosclerotic Heart Disease Q1. What is Neu5Gc, and why is it linked to heart disease? Neu5Gc ...

Q&A: Atrial Fibrillation, Endurance Training, and Ablation — What Athletes Need to Know

Q: Are endurance athletes really at higher risk for atrial fibrillation? A: Yes. Atrial fibrillation (AF) is common in the ...

Cardiovascular Risk Management and Training Modification for the Masters Athlete (50+) with Treated Atrial Fibrillation: An Expert Report

Executive Summary: The Necessity of Training Modification The management of Atrial Fibrillation (Afib) in the Masters athlete (defined generally as ...

Q&A: Are Everyday Microplastics Fueling Heart Disease?

New research from the University of California, Riverside suggests microplastics may directly accelerate heart disease — especially in males. Here’s ...

Can Decreasing Homocysteine with L-Methylfolate + Active B-Vitamins Help Prevent Atherosclerosis and Reduce Plaque?

Cardiovascular prevention prioritizes proven interventions: cholesterol management, blood pressure control, smoking cessation, and lifestyle optimization. However, homocysteine is an additional ...
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