Don’t Do This If You’re Over 50!

Brad Stanfield

Jul 25, 2024

Episode description

There are certain things that if you're still doing over the age of 50, they are more likely to cause heart attacks and health issues so its critical you stop them now

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Here are the links to the research papers referenced in the video:
https://www.cochrane.org/CD011737/VASC_effect-cutting-down-saturated-fat-we-eat-our-risk-heart-disease
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5867436/
https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/nejmoa1511939

Video edited by Troy Young

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Mindsip insights from this episode:

Monitor Lp(a), LDL under 60, and APOB under 50-60 for optimal cholesterol health

You should check your Lp(a) once in your life and regularly aim to have your LDL cholesterol under 60 and APOB under 50-60.

#APOB

#cholesterol

Choose whole fruits to prevent blood sugar spikes

Unlike fruit juice, whole fruits contain fiber which slows down fructose absorption, preventing the sharp blood sugar spikes that lead to metabolic issues.

#fiber

#glucose

Aim for 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram for muscle growth

To maximize muscle response to resistance exercise, aim for around 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily.

#muscle

#protein

Review medications for deprescribing as you age

As people age, some medications that were beneficial when younger can become harmful and should be reviewed for removal in a process called 'deprescribing'.

#aging

Limit vitamin D to 2,000 IU to prevent falls and fractures

High doses of vitamin D can increase the risk of falls and fractures, while excessive vitamin B6 can cause nerve damage, so daily vitamin D should not exceed 2,000 IU without medical advice.

#supplement

#vitamin-D

Avoid vitamin A and E supplements for heart and cancer health

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends against using vitamin A and E supplements for the prevention of cardiovascular disease or cancer.

#cancer

#supplement

Get DEXA scan at 65 for women, 50 for men and younger women with risk factors

All women should get a DEXA scan from age 65, while men and younger women should consider one from age 50 if risk factors for osteoporosis are present.