The Impact of High Blood Sugars on Cholesterol Levels

Dr. Laurie Marbas Podcast

Good morning, everyone! In today's episode, I shared insights from a recent workshop with Brittany and Dr. Joel Kahn in the Healing Kitchen. We discussed heart health, focusing on high cholesterol and blood sugars. If you're interested in joining our community, visit DrMarvis.com and click on Healing Kitchen. We have live experts every month, and the price will be going up next month, so now is the best time to join. Our main topic today was the relationship between high blood sugars and cholesterol. High blood sugars, often seen in diabetes and prediabetes, can affect cholesterol levels and lipid metabolism, leading to atherosclerosis. I explained how insulin resistance, elevated triglycerides, glycation of lipoproteins, inflammation, and endothelial dysfunction contribute to this process. Dr. Kahn emphasized the importance of looking at the whole person, including genetics, lifestyle, and additional tests like carotid ultrasounds and coronary artery calcium scores. We also discussed the potential risks of certain supplements like plant sterols. I shared a personal anecdote about how stress can affect blood sugar levels, highlighting the importance of managing stress, diet, exercise, and sleep to improve overall health. In conclusion, high blood sugars can elevate cholesterol and increase inflammation, so it's crucial to pay attention to diet and lifestyle. I'm off to run nine miles in preparation for my half marathon in November. If you have any questions or topics you'd like me to focus on, please let me know. Have a great day! To work with me: https://www.drmarbas.com/ A Big Thank You To Our Sponsors: If you want to work with the best Whole Foods plant-based body recomposition coach, I highly recommend checking out what www.fitvegancoaching.com offers. I did their program and was able to lose 7% of body fat, build lean muscle, and improve my running time. As a loyal subscriber, you get $250 savings on their coaching services. To learn plant-based cooking and get your medical questions answered, join The Healing Kitchen, taught by Brittany Jaroudi and me! Click here to learn more: https://www.drmarbas.com/the-healing-kitchen