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Posted - October 17, 2024 at 6:32 PM
Saved - October 18, 2024 at 2:33 AM
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Ozempic not only targets fat but also muscle, raising concerns about heart tissue protection. If you're considering it, consult your doctor about safeguarding your heart. Meanwhile, there's a push for Medicare to fund Ozempic, despite its high cost and the fact that obesity is largely preventable. Instead of supporting this drug, we should focus on promoting healthier diets and exercise. Additionally, while alcohol might have been enjoyable in the past, it's harmful to metabolic health. A new course will help you understand its effects and how to eliminate it from your life.

@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

Ozempic doesn't just eat fat. It eats muscle too. Your 🫀 is a muscle. If you are considering this drug, ask your doctor, "what will we do to protect my heart tissue while I am taking this drug?" (And if you get a good answer back, let me know!)

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.: "Today, over 100 members of Congress support a bill to fund Ozempic with Medicare at $1,500 a month. Most of these members have taken money from the manufacturer of that product, a European company called Novo Nordisk. As everyone knows, once a drug is approved for Medicare, it goes to Medicaid. And there is a push to recommend Ozempic for Americans as young as six over a condition, obesity, that is completely preventable and barely even existed 100 years ago. Since 74% of Americans are obese, the cost of all of them, if they take their Ozempic prescriptions, will be $3 trillion a year. This is a drug that has made Novo Nordisk the biggest company in Europe. It's a Danish company, but the Danish government does not recommend it. It recommends a change in diet to treat obesity and exercise. Virtually Novo Nordisk's entire value is based upon its projections of what Ozempic is going to sell to Americans. For half the price of Ozempic, we could purchase regeneratively raised organic agriculture, organic food for every American three meals a day and gym membership for every obese American. Why are members of Congress doing the bidding of this Danish company instead of standing up for American farmers and children? Because Novo Nordisk is one of the largest funders of medical research, the media and politicians and the medical schools all go along with them."

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Over 100 members of Congress support a bill to fund Ozempic with Medicare at $1500 a month, and most have taken money from Novo Nordisk, the drug's manufacturer. Once approved for Medicare, it goes to Medicaid, and there's a push to recommend Ozempic for Americans as young as 6 for obesity, a condition claimed to be preventable and recently rare. With 74% of Americans obese, the cost of Ozempic prescriptions for all of them would be $3 trillion a year. Novo Nordisk's value is based on projected Ozempic sales to Americans, yet the Danish government recommends diet and exercise instead. For half the price of Ozempic, every American could receive regeneratively raised organic food and gym memberships. Congress is allegedly doing the bidding of Novo Nordisk instead of supporting American farmers and children because Novo Nordisk heavily funds medical research, the media, politicians, and medical schools.
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Speaker 0: Today, over a 100 members of congress support a bill to fund Ozempic with Medicare at $1500 a month. Most of these members have taken money from the manufacturer of that product, a European company called Novo Nordisk. As everyone knows, once the drug is approved for Medicare, it goes to Medicaid. And there is a push to recommend Ozempic for Americans as young as 6 over a condition obesity that is completely preventable and barely even existed a 100 years ago. Since 74% of Americans are obese, the cost of all of them, if they take their Ozempic prescriptions, will be $3,000,000,000,000 a year. This is a drug that has made Novo Nordisk the biggest company in Europe. It's a Danish company, but the Danish government does not recommend it. It recommends a change in diet to treat obesity and exercise. Virtually Novo Nordisk entire value is based upon its projections of what Ozempic is going to sell to Americans. For half the price of Ozempic, we could purchase regeneratively raised organic agriculture, organic food for every American, 3 meals a day, and gym membership for every obese American. Why are members of congress doing the bidding of this Danish company instead of standing up for American farmers and children? Because Novo Nordisk is one of the largest funders of medical research, the media and politicians and the medical schools all go along with them.

@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

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Posted - December 18, 2023 at 4:05 PM
Saved - December 18, 2023 at 6:12 PM
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A CAC scan is an imaging test for the heart that spots calcium deposits, which increase the risk of heart disease. It's recommended to get a CAC scan at 40, especially for males, and earlier if there are risk factors. The frequency of scans depends on the results. It may be difficult to get a doctor to order the test, but it's important to take action if the score isn't zero. Lifestyle changes can improve CAC scores, and there are coaching programs available for support.

@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

1/ I urge patients to get a CAC scan at 40. But I realize many people don't understand what this entails. I want to demystify some common questions so you can feel more confident about booking a test. Let’s get started.

@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

2/ A CAC is an imaging test for your heart. It’s designed to spot calcium deposits, which increase your risks for heart disease. They can also predict cardiovascular disease for asymptomatic individuals. It’s one of the best tests to identify the early stages of heart disease

@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

3/ I tell patients to schedule their first CAC at 40, especially if they’re male. You may want to get a CAC scan earlier than 40 if: -You have a family history of heart disease -You have existing risk factors like hypertension or diabetes -You smoke or have smoked in the past

@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

4/ Most patients should schedule CAC scans every three to five years. If your score is 0 you want to monitor for the earliest signs of disease. If your score is not 0, the change in score over time is another important predictor of risk.

@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

5/ CAC scans require physician referral, so you can talk to your doctor about ordering a test. That said, it may be difficult to get your doctor onboard. If they refuse to order a CAC, fire them and get a new doctor.

@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

6/ A CAC scan is a lot like an x-ray and only takes around 10 to 30 minutes to complete. You can walk and drive normally post-procedure, and you don't have to fast like with blood work. Expect to receive your CAC score within two to three days or sooner.

@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

7/ Coronary calcium score guidelines are relatively straightforward: -the lower your score, the lower your risk -the higher your score, the higher your risk. If your score isn't a zero, you need to take immediate action.

@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

8/ I’ve seen many CAC scores improve with a focus on metabolic health. If you received a number over 0, I recommend: -Eating only whole, real foods -Carving out 30 minutes per day for physical exercise -Getting enough sleep every night -Finding ways to reduce chronic stress

@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

9/ A CAC is a phenomenal way to get clarity about your health. However, it can be difficult to implement lifestyle changes on your own. My Elite Metabolic Health Coaching program can provide you with a more supportive environment. https://ifixhearts.com/elite/

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@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

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@ifixhearts - Heart Surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia

1/ I urge patients to get a CAC scan at 40. But I realize many people don't understand what this entails. I want to demystify some common questions so you can feel more confident about booking a test. Let’s get started.

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