What if lowering cholesterol was as simple as changing your breakfast? Cardiologist and Step One Foods founder Dr. Elizabeth Klodas joins the show to discuss how clinically proven, nutrient-rich foods can dramatically improve heart health—without relying solely on medication. Drawing from decades of medical experience and a passion for prevention, Dr. Klodas shares the science, strategy, and inspiration behind using food as the first line of defense against cardiovascular disease.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- Why traditional medical treatments often fall short in preventing heart disease
- The most common nutritional gaps contributing to high cholesterol and how to fix them
- How Step One Foods conducted a gold-standard clinical trial to prove its effectiveness
- How fitness professionals can recognize signs of cardiovascular issues and collaborate with medical providers
- Practical strategies to empower clients through small, consistent nutritional changes
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- Email: elizabeth.klodas@steponefoods.com
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