Heart HealthDiet Alone Can Cut LDL by 30% and Rival Blood Pressure Drugs
This masterclass episode from The Proof with Simon Hill brings together leading experts — Harvard's Dr Walter Willett, cardiology dietitian Michelle Routhenstein, and nephrologist Dr Raymond Townsend — to break down what the evidence actually says about lowering cholesterol and blood pressure through diet. Key topics include the Portfolio Diet, which has been shown in trials to reduce LDL cholesterol by up to 30% without statins, the role of ApoB testing over standard lipid panels, plaque progression and regression in six landmark trials, the saturated fat and seed oil debate, and why the sodium-to-potassium ratio matters more than sodium alone. The DASH diet is highlighted as a dietary intervention with blood pressure effects comparable to medication. The episode is designed as a practical, evidence-first guide for anyone looking to optimize heart health through lifestyle.
