In this fascinating episode of the Gut Health Gurus Podcast, host Kriben Govender, a renowned Food Scientist and nutritionist, interviews medical doctor and vascular biologist, Dr William Li on how to have a healthy heart, circulatory system and much more.
Topics Discussed:
00:00 - Who is Dr William Li
03:06 - Why do we die from heart disease?
08:22 - How do we prevent heart disease?
15:00 - Current medical paradigm for heart disease?
21:36 - What is APOE?
25:32 - Dietary recommendations to prevent heart disease
31:32 - Dietary Supplements for heart health
36:15 - Statins and the microbiome
38:25 - Food as Medicine or Poison
42:54 - What are Plant Sterols
46:20- Tips to Handle Erectile Dysfunction
53:10 - Oral Microbiome
56:34 - How Viagra was discovered
59:10 - Dr Li's top Gut Health tip
This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in understanding the complex world of the gut - heart axis, the science behind it, and practical approaches to improving heart health issues.
About Dr William Li:
Dr. William Li is a renowned physician, scientist, and author, recognized for his pioneering work in angiogenesis—the process through which the body forms new blood vessels—and its implications for treating various diseases. He serves as the President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation, a nonprofit organization he co-founded in 1994 to advance angiogenesis-based medicine, diet, and lifestyle interventions.
About Kriben Govender:
Kriben Govender is a Food Scientist, Nutritionist, and the founder of Nourishme Organics, a company specialising in gut health and fermentation products. With over 20 years of experience in the food industry, Kriben is passionate about the intersection of diet, gut health, science and well-being.
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