64. Deflating High Blood Pressure: A Functional Medicine Approach with Dr. Abid Husain

Hypertension is known as the ‘silent killer,’ but what if I told you it’s NOT just about cholesterol or genetics? Today, we’re diving deep into hypertension, heart disease, and how a functional medicine approach can transform cardiovascular health. My guest, Dr. Abid Husain, MD, FACC, ABAARM, FSSRP, is a board-certified cardiologist who integrates cellular medicine, hormone optimization, and cutting-edge therapies to address the real root causes of cardiovascular disease.In this episode, we break down:✅ The true causes of high blood pressure (hint: it’s more than just salt and stress!)✅ The best exercise strategies proven to lower blood pressure✅ How hormones, peptides, and GLP-1 receptor agonists play a major role in cardiovascular health✅ Supplements that help – and some that you might want to avoid✅ Why inflammation and oxidative stress are the real threats to your heart💡 If you're looking to optimize your cardiovascular health with a functional approach, this episode is a must-watch!- Intro (00:00 - 00:48)- Breaking Away from Conventional Cardiology | What Led Dr. Husain to Functional & Cellular Medicine (00:48 - 07:30)- Why Heart Disease Is More Than Just Cholesterol | The Real Causes of Atherosclerosis (07:30 - 14:00)- Hypertension: The Silent Killer | Why High Blood Pressure Is So Dangerous (14:00 - 18:24)- How Functional Medicine Labs & Imaging Can Identify At-Risk Patients (18:24 - 28:33)- Inflammation & Oxidative Stress | The Cellular Triggers of High Blood Pressure (28:33 - 32:50)- Hormones & Cardiovascular Health | The Link Between Testosterone, Estradiol, and Heart Disease (32:50 - 38:55)- Exercise for Blood Pressure | The Best Workouts for Heart Health (Isometric Training, HIIT, Strength) (38:55 - 45:06)- The Sleep-Heart Connection | Why Poor Sleep Wrecks Blood Pressure (45:06 - 47:52)- Alcohol & Blood Pressure | The Shocking Link You Need to Know (47:52 - 49:43)- Top Supplements for Cardiovascular Health | What Works & What to Avoid (49:43 - 57:22)- GLP-1 Receptor Agonists & Heart Health | How Medications Like Semaglutide Lower Blood Pressure (57:22 - 1:01:51)- Peptides for Heart Health | The Most Promising Longevity & Cardiovascular Peptides (1:01:51 - 1:04:40)- Future of Cardiovascular Medicine | AI, Imaging, & Cutting-Edge Research (1:04:40 - 1:08:47)- Final Thoughts & Where to Find Dr. Husain (1:08:47 - 1:10:50)💬 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop a comment below!🚀 For more episodes on longevity and optimizing your health, hit that SUBSCRIBE button!🌐 Learn More: 🔗 Dr. Husain at Boulder Longevity Institute: https://boulderlongevity.com/about 🔗 Dr. Husain’s art: http://www.movementandcolor.com/ 🔗 Follow Dr. Husain on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahusain666/🔗 Connect with Dr. Jones on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorjones_doctorjones/