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Heart disease is the #1 killer.

Doctors blame fat and red meat…

But cutting them makes it worse. Why?

Because they were never the problem.

The real cause of heart disease—and 10 simple steps to fix it (backed by science): 🧵
Doesn´t the "science" show that saturated fat causes heart disease?

No.

This idea came from ONE scientist´s false conclusion from ONE study. Image
Ancel Keys conducted the Seven Countries Study.

He claimed it showed a direct link between fat intake and heart disease.

But there was a problem...

He cherry-picked data and ignored countries that didn’t fit his narrative. Image
France and Germany had high saturated fat intake but low heart disease, yet they were excluded.

But countries with high heart disease and also high sugar and smoking rates were included.

He blamed fat instead of sugar and even smoking...
Many modern-day studies have shown NO causal effect of saturated fat on heart disease. Image
Insulin resistance is the REAL cause of heart disease.

It damages your whole body—including your blood vessels and heart.
You get insulin resistance when your blood sugar levels are too high.

What kind of diet causes this?

- Processed
- Low fat & protein
- High-carb & sugar.

The OPPOSITE of a lot of meat and eggs.
To reverse insulin resistance:

You need to keep your blood sugar levels healthy on-average for a long time.

You can mainly do this through exercise...

And the following 10 foods, meals & natural supplements:
1. Red Meat.

The protein helps build muscle which soaks up blood sugar without insulin.

It´s low in carbs which means lower blood sugar and insulin spikes too.

The saturated fat even helps hormones & metabolism. Image
2. Eggs for breakfast.

Protein and fat instead of cereal leads to stable blood sugar.

Eggs are also very filling so you´re less likely to overeat and you can more easily lose weight. Image
3. Fruit.

Nature’s candy—but with fiber, antioxidants, and slow-digesting sugars.

Sugar from fruit doesn’t spike insulin like refined sugar.

It helps satisfy sweet cravings too, so you can easily avoid real candy... Image
4. Cook with olive oil rather than seed oils

Seed oils like sunflower oil are high in omega-6.

Omega-6 causes inflammation which worsens insulin resistance.

Whereas olive oil is anti-inflammation and truly heart-healthy. Image
5. Snack on greek yogurt + fruit.

High protein, probiotics, healthy fat, nutrients and low sugar.

Improves gut health (which is linked to insulin sensitivity) and keeps you full.

A perfect blood sugar-stable snack. Image
6. Magnesium.

Cofactor in over 300 enzymes—including ones that regulate glucose and insulin.

Low magnesium = higher blood sugar, higher blood pressure, and more insulin resistance.

Most people are deficient. Fix that ASAP. Image
7. Fish Oil.

Omega-3s (EPA & DHA) lower triglycerides and inflammation.

They also improve cell membrane health—making your cells more sensitive to insulin.

It even helps lower blood pressure. Image
8. Creatine.

It´s not just for muscle growth. It improves mitochondrial function and glucose uptake.

This helps your cells use blood sugar WITHOUT more insulin.

Less insulin = lower insulin resistance. Image
9. Vitamin D.

Low Vitamin D is a major risk factor of diabetes, obesity, and heart disease.

It regulates insulin secretion and reduces inflammation.

You can get it from sunlight, certain foods, and supplements. Image
10. Nattokinase.

Other meds and supplements try to PREVENT plaque build up...

But this is the ONLY compound that directly dissolves plaque once you already have it.

It´s excellent for heart disease. Image
The Bottom Line:

Insulin resistance is the real cause of heart disease.

And it´s refined sugar, seed oils and ultra-processed food that are bad for you...

Not natural, nutritious food like red meat and eggs that humans have eaten forever.
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(Bookmark this for your next trip): Image
1) Pasture Raised Eggs

Pasture raised eggs are one of the most nutrient dense foods on the planet.

But if you don't know a local farmer, it's tough for a family to pay $8 a dozen at the local grocer.

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It’s easy to blame salt but that’s ignoring the root cause.

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Sodium is an easy target. Where sodium goes, water follows.

So when you have more salt in your diet, you may hold onto more fluid.

And more fluid in your vessels means higher blood pressure. But it’s not this simple...
In healthy individuals, the kidneys efficiently regulate sodium and water balance.

If you consume more salt, your body simply excretes the excess via urine.

But with insulin resistance, this balance is disrupted. The kidneys are forced to hold onto more sodium.
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Coffee is the most abused drug on the planet.

It can lead to poor sleep, chronic stress and addiction.

But it's a superfood when you use it right.

Here's how to use coffee correctly to avoid health issues & gain all the benefits: Image
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It improves alertness, motivation & endurance by blocking adenosine receptors (the fatigue signal).

Taken before or during exercise it can:
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☑️ Boost fat burning
☑️ Improve mood and focus
2) Don’t drink it right after waking.

Why? Adenosine builds up in your system throughout the day. It makes you feel tired.

When your caffeine wears off at 2:00 PM, it's peaking, leading to energy crashes.

Delay coffee by 60-90 min after waking and that first cup of coffee lasts for hours.
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But most people still think it's just for bodybuilders and ruins your kidneys.

The truth? It builds strength, treats depression and combats poor sleep.

Whether you are 18 or 80, here's why you need to take it: Image
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Creatine exists naturally in your body. Every day your liver and kidneys make 1-2 grams from amino acids.

You consume another 1-2 grams per day in foods like meat and seafood. Image
What does it do?

Phosphocreatine is used to produce Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) which supplies energy in your muscles.

Creatine supplementation = more ATP = more energy for exercise = improvements in strength, power, endurance and muscle mass. Image
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The hidden key to radiant skin, strong joints, faster recovery and a healthier gut:

Collagen.

It even helps you to stay full and lose weight.

Yet 90% of people don't get enough.

Here's what you need to know about collagen (and how to start getting enough today): Image
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It's the most abundant protein in your body.

Collagen makes up your skin, gut lining and joints (cartilage, ligaments, tendons).

Interruptions in collagen synthesis lead to:
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-skin wrinkles
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1) Bulgarian Split Squat

These minimize the load on your spine while getting a great stimulus on the legs.

It requires minimal weight when done right and will erase knee pain over time.

Start with a bodyweight squat or lunge before progressing to these.
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Nothing affects your future quite like painful shoulders.

Dead hangs improve range of motion while strengthening the rotator cuff.

Start with your feet on the floor, slowly unweight and stop if there is pain.
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