In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with cardiologist and trainer Dr. Mohammed Alo. Why there is a lot you can get away with when you are lean and fit. (1:57) Why you may be consuming less saturated fat than you think. (5:49) The top 10 things you can do to improve your heart health. (8:17) Are we genetically inclined to be overweight? (10:27) How does plaque form in the arteries? (14:19) The truth and value of statins. (16:44) Why being in a calorie surplus leads to obesity. (23:25) The importance of building muscle to reduce cardiovascular mortality. (30:43) Why you can’t argue with studies when it comes to the benefits of resistance training. (37:48) The value of having a balanced approach with it comes to your training modalities. (39:23) Why the more muscle you have the more your body becomes insulin resistant. (41:38) Are there any supplements that help improve heart health? (47:38) Dr. Alo’s take on SARMS. (50:00) Does he recommend taking aspirin to his patients/clients? (51:30) Myth or fact: Do men suffer from more cases of heart disease than women? (53:09) How the volume of smoke you consume may be affecting you. (55:48) The obesity paradox explained. (1:00:36) Is he pro gastric bypass surgery? (1:04:45) What attracted him to Mind Pump? (1:09:00) Has he seen carry over from his personal training business to his medical profession? (1:13:50) The biggest problem he has with doctors. (1:18:40) Why exercise is NOT as important as diet. (1:22:20) Featured Guest/People Mentioned Dr.Alo (@dr.alo) on Instagram Dr. Alo YouTube Dr. Alo Website Gary Taubes (@garytaubes) Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned Dr. Alo's Weight Loss Masterclass **Promo code “MINDPUMP” at checkout** Visit Vuori Clothing for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! The Seven Countries Study - Countries: Finland In Depth Diet Research Review 2021 - Dr. Alo TV In Depth Exercise Research Review 2021 - Dr. Alo TV Twinkie diet helps nutrition professor lose 27 pounds The Resistance Training Revolution – Book by Sal Di Stefano Arsenic, Lead Found in Popular Protein Supplements Framingham Risk Score for Hard Coronary Heart Disease - MDCalc Mind Pump TV - YouTube Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources
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