Understanding Cholesterol Dynamics and Metabolic Health with Dr. Nick Norwitz

In this episode, explore the fascinating world of cholesterol
dynamics with Dr. Nick Norwitz as he challenges conventional
wisdom. Discover the significance of understanding cholesterol
risk profiles, particularly in lean mass hyper-responders on a
ketogenic diet.


 


Dive into Dr. Norwitz’s bold “Oreo vs. Statin” study, which
uncovers surprising insights about cholesterol management. Learn
how this experiment highlights the need to reassess traditional
approaches to heart health.


 


Gain valuable knowledge on why LDL cholesterol should not be the
sole focus when evaluating cardiovascular risk. Understand the
importance of a holistic view that considers individual metabolic
health.



In This Episode:


 


00:00 Understanding LDL and Cardiovascular Risk

04:08 Episode Overview: Oreo Cookie Study

07:24 Interview with Dr. Nicholas Norowitz

08:20 The Oreo Cookie Experiment

15:59 Exploring the Lean Mass Hyper Responder Phenomenon

34:43 Understanding VLDL and Triglyceride Metabolism

35:28 The Triad: LDL, HDL, and Triglycerides

36:36 Exploring the Lipid Energy Model

37:30 Insulin's Role in Fat Metabolism

38:22 Clinical Data and Metabolic Profiles

41:20 The Controversy of LDL Particles

46:26 The Lean Mass Hyper Responder Phenotype

52:49 Personal Journey with Ketogenic Diet

58:01 Side Effects of Statin Drugs

01:02:20 Satiety Per Calorie and Marketing Tactics

01:07:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts



 


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“The physiology behind lean mass
hyper-responders is an incredible natural experiment, a gift to
science.”


-Dr. Nick Norwitz


 


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Resources:




Visit https://shopc60.com/jockers – Use code
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Paleovalley's Supergreens -
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Oreo Study - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38276308/




Don’t be Fooled! A Lesson in Unmasking Pseudoscience -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1IWCmFgThQA




 


 


Connect with Dr. Nick Norwitz:




Twitter: https://x.com/nicknorwitz 




Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicknorwitz/




YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLTZUJSEulehPtF_ytFiU_A?sub_confirmation=1




Newsletter: https://staycuriousmetabolism.substack.com/




 


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Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/




Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers




YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers




Website – https://drjockers.com/




 


If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we
would love to hear from you! Please contact us
here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/