Reversing Plaque? Why Heart Disease Is Actually Metabolic | Dr Anthony Jay

On the Evolving Wellness podcast, host Sarah interviews returning guest Dr. Anthony Jay (PhD biochemistry; former Mayo Clinic researcher) about his book Sugar Beat: How Sugar, Not Cholesterol, Destroys Arteries and his broader critique of mainstream cardiology. Jay cites a 28,000-person study where insulin resistance had the highest heart-attack hazard ratio (6.4) versus hypertension (2.2), triglycerides (2.1), and LDL (1.38), arguing doctors overemphasize cholesterol while neglecting insulin and HOMA-IR. He claims statins increase arterial calcification and diabetes risk, criticizes organizations like the American Heart Association, and disputes fears around LDL, ApoB, and Lp(a), describing them as fat-transport/oxidation-related. Jay recommends focusing on metabolic health, diet and fasting to promote fat burning and plaque reversal, cautions about processed foods and mislabeled oils, discusses CAC vs CCTA imaging variability, and notes genetic nuances such as iron-related risk and sitosterolemia. — Connect with Dr. Anthony Jaywebsite - https://www.ajconsultingcompany.com/YT - https://www.youtube.com/@dranthonyjay  Books:Sugar Beat - https://amzlink.to/az0hIdy8AMV03Estrogeneration:  https://amzlink.to/az0U0rLUAUr8f _________Sponsored By: → Bon Charge | Go to https://boncharge.com/products/demi-red-light-device?rfsn=8108115.26608d & use code SARAHKLEINER for 15% off storewide._________Timestamp:00:00 Insulin Resistance vs LDL01:05 Meet Dr Anthony Jay04:03 Censorship and Free Speech10:14 Seed Oils and Food Fraud14:04 Statins and Calcified Plaque21:53 Sugar Beat Heart Disease Mechanism30:59 Saturated Fat Genes and Lp a40:52 Sleep Stress Insulin Link42:14 Metabolic Flexibility Basics42:55 Genetic High Cholesterol Cases43:40 Oreo Study LDL Trap45:45 Statins Guidelines Corruption51:02 CAC vs CCTA Scans57:04 Labs Genes Wrap Up——— This video is not medical advice & as a supporter to you and your health journey - I encourage you to monitor your labs and work with a professional!________________________________________Get all my free guides and product recommendations to get started on your journey!https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/all-free-resources Check out all my courses to understand how to improve your mitochondrial health & experience long lasting health! (Use code PODCAST to save 10%) -  https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/courses My free product guide with all product recommendations and discount codes:https://www.canva.com/design/DAF7mlgZpJI/xVyE4tiQFEWJmh_Xwx8Kbw/view?utm_content=DAF7mlgZpJI Free Webinar on Light & Health (includes free light bulb guide) - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/mycircadianapp-free-webinar Get Early Access to Podcast Episodes & my Seasonal Food Course + UVB+Red Light Therapy course for free -  https://open.substack.com/pub/sarahkleinerwellness/p/uvbred-light-protocol?r=5eztl9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true