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14-Day Cholesterol Challenge

Podcast by Dr Warrick Bishop

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About 14-Day Cholesterol Challenge

“I often say, heart disease is the leading cause of death, yet it’s also one of the most preventable. The Cholesterol Challenge is about turning that knowledge into action. Over 14 days, I’ll guide you through the real story of cholesterol—what it is, why it matters, and how it can silently build up in your arteries without a single symptom. You’ll discover the difference between good and bad cholesterol, the role of genetics, diet, and lifestyle, and the latest tools like calcium scoring that can reveal your true risk long before problems strike. This challenge isn’t about fear—it’s about empowerment. Every day gives you small, practical steps to take control of your health, supported by science, not myths. If you’ve ever wondered whether cholesterol really matters to you, or if you want to know how to protect yourself and your loved ones, this is your opportunity. At the end of these 14 days, you’ll have clarity, confidence, and a personalised roadmap to reduce your risk and live younger, longer. So join me—because prevention is always better than cure.”

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15 episodes

episode Day 14: Your Cholesterol Journey - From Guesswork to Precision artwork

Day 14: Your Cholesterol Journey - From Guesswork to Precision

Welcome to the Younger Longer 14-Day Cholesterol Challenge. My name is Dr. Warrick Bishop. I'm a preventative cardiologist and I'm super excited that you're looking to look after your cholesterol. It is one of the most important and really one of the simplest things you can look after to look after your heart for the rest of your life. During this 14-Day Challenge, I'm going to share with you a whole lot of stuff. Every day, a video, some resources, a challenge or a task for you to complete and a fun fact. Stay tuned, your cholesterol is super important. Let me explain to you how, what you're going to do about it and how you're going to look after yourself for the years ahead! WHY LISTEN? * Get practical tips and science-backed advice you can apply immediately. * Learn from real-world examples and medical expertise. * Gain daily challenges to help you stay engaged and track progress. * Take charge of your heart health in a simple, effective, and engaging way.   ---------------------------------------- Takeaways: * Wrapping up: data, diagnosis, and decisions * The importance of knowing your artery health * Personalized prevention is possible—and powerful * Fun Fact: A CAC score can reclassify up to 50% of people into a different risk category. * Daily Task: Reflect on what you’ve learned. Book a follow-up with your GP or heart health provider. * Resource: free copy of 10 Commandments of Heart Health, interactive e-book ---------------------------------------- Transcript:   ---------------------------------------- Are You at Risk of a Sudden Heart Attack? How Healthy is Your Heart? Really? Heart disease is the #1 killer in the Western World. In Australia, someone dies every 28 minutes from heart disease. That’s 51 people a day. In the US, someone has a heart attack every 40 SECONDS! Fortunately, many heart attacks are preventable. However, regular exercise and eating healthy are no guarantee you won’t succumb to this silent killer. * 94% of Australians have at least One Risk Factor for heart disease. *  59% of Australians have been Touched by heart disease. *  Yet only 3% of Australians have had a Full Heart-Health Assessment in the past 12 months. Do the free heart check today at www.virtualheartcheck.com.au [https://www.virtualheartcheck.com.au/] ---------------------------------------- Join the Healthy Heart Network and become part of our growing community! Do You Want to Improve Your Heart’s Health and Reduce Your Risk of Suffering a Heart Attack? Join The Healthy Heart Network For Only $5 Lifetime Access (Valued at over $55)! The Healthy Heart Network is designed to help members: * understand the present state of their heart’s health * recognise their current level of risk of suffering a heart attack * Learn the positive steps they can take to improve their situation Visit https://healthyheartnetwork.com/  [https://healthyheartnetwork.com/]and click on the JOIN THE FAMILY BUTTON

7 Oct 2025 - 2 min
episode Day 13: Women's Heart Health - Unique Risks artwork

Day 13: Women's Heart Health - Unique Risks

Welcome to the Younger Longer 14-Day Cholesterol Challenge. My name is Dr. Warrick Bishop. I'm a preventative cardiologist and I'm super excited that you're looking to look after your cholesterol. It is one of the most important and really one of the simplest things you can look after to look after your heart for the rest of your life. During this 14-Day Challenge, I'm going to share with you a whole lot of stuff. Every day, a video, some resources, a challenge or a task for you to complete and a fun fact. Stay tuned, your cholesterol is super important. Let me explain to you how, what you're going to do about it and how you're going to look after yourself for the years ahead! WHY LISTEN? * Get practical tips and science-backed advice you can apply immediately. * Learn from real-world examples and medical expertise. * Gain daily challenges to help you stay engaged and track progress. * Take charge of your heart health in a simple, effective, and engaging way.   ---------------------------------------- Takeaways: * Why women are often underdiagnosed and undertreated * Cholesterol and hormones * Recognising female-specific warning signs * Fun Fact: More women die from heart disease than all cancers combined. * Daily Task: Share today’s insight with a female friend or relative. * Resource: https://academic.oup.com/eurheartj/article/45/2/79/7243236?utm_source=chatgpt.com&login=false ---------------------------------------- Transcript:   ---------------------------------------- Are You at Risk of a Sudden Heart Attack? How Healthy is Your Heart? Really? Heart disease is the #1 killer in the Western World. In Australia, someone dies every 28 minutes from heart disease. That’s 51 people a day. In the US, someone has a heart attack every 40 SECONDS! Fortunately, many heart attacks are preventable. However, regular exercise and eating healthy are no guarantee you won’t succumb to this silent killer. * 94% of Australians have at least One Risk Factor for heart disease. *  59% of Australians have been Touched by heart disease. *  Yet only 3% of Australians have had a Full Heart-Health Assessment in the past 12 months. Do the free heart check today at www.virtualheartcheck.com.au [https://www.virtualheartcheck.com.au/] ---------------------------------------- Join the Healthy Heart Network and become part of our growing community! Do You Want to Improve Your Heart’s Health and Reduce Your Risk of Suffering a Heart Attack? Join The Healthy Heart Network For Only $5 Lifetime Access (Valued at over $55)! The Healthy Heart Network is designed to help members: * understand the present state of their heart’s health * recognise their current level of risk of suffering a heart attack * Learn the positive steps they can take to improve their situation Visit https://healthyheartnetwork.com/  [https://healthyheartnetwork.com/]and click on the JOIN THE FAMILY BUTTON

5 Oct 2025 - 2 min
episode Day 12: Medications Beyond Statins artwork

Day 12: Medications Beyond Statins

Welcome to the Younger Longer 14-Day Cholesterol Challenge. My name is Dr. Warrick Bishop. I'm a preventative cardiologist and I'm super excited that you're looking to look after your cholesterol. It is one of the most important and really one of the simplest things you can look after to look after your heart for the rest of your life. During this 14-Day Challenge, I'm going to share with you a whole lot of stuff. Every day, a video, some resources, a challenge or a task for you to complete and a fun fact. Stay tuned, your cholesterol is super important. Let me explain to you how, what you're going to do about it and how you're going to look after yourself for the years ahead! WHY LISTEN? * Get practical tips and science-backed advice you can apply immediately. * Learn from real-world examples and medical expertise. * Gain daily challenges to help you stay engaged and track progress. * Take charge of your heart health in a simple, effective, and engaging way.   ---------------------------------------- Takeaways: * Ezetimibe, PCSK9 inhibitors, bempedoic acid, and more * How combo therapy can get better results with fewer side effects * Tailoring treatment to the patient * Fun Fact: PCSK9 inhibitors can lower LDL by up to 60% in some patients. * Daily Task: Check if you're on monotherapy or if combination therapy might be appropriate for you. * Resource: https://www.acc.org/latest-in-cardiology/ten-points-to-remember/2022/08/25/13/13/2022-acc-ecdp-on-nonstatin ---------------------------------------- Transcript:   ---------------------------------------- Are You at Risk of a Sudden Heart Attack? How Healthy is Your Heart? Really? Heart disease is the #1 killer in the Western World. In Australia, someone dies every 28 minutes from heart disease. That’s 51 people a day. In the US, someone has a heart attack every 40 SECONDS! Fortunately, many heart attacks are preventable. However, regular exercise and eating healthy are no guarantee you won’t succumb to this silent killer. * 94% of Australians have at least One Risk Factor for heart disease. *  59% of Australians have been Touched by heart disease. *  Yet only 3% of Australians have had a Full Heart-Health Assessment in the past 12 months. Do the free heart check today at www.virtualheartcheck.com.au [https://www.virtualheartcheck.com.au/] ---------------------------------------- Join the Healthy Heart Network and become part of our growing community! Do You Want to Improve Your Heart’s Health and Reduce Your Risk of Suffering a Heart Attack? Join The Healthy Heart Network For Only $5 Lifetime Access (Valued at over $55)! The Healthy Heart Network is designed to help members: * understand the present state of their heart’s health * recognise their current level of risk of suffering a heart attack * Learn the positive steps they can take to improve their situation Visit https://healthyheartnetwork.com/  [https://healthyheartnetwork.com/]and click on the JOIN THE FAMILY BUTTON

5 Oct 2025 - 4 min
episode Day 11: Advanced Lipid Testing - Beyond the Basics artwork

Day 11: Advanced Lipid Testing - Beyond the Basics

Welcome to the Younger Longer 14-Day Cholesterol Challenge. My name is Dr. Warrick Bishop. I'm a preventative cardiologist and I'm super excited that you're looking to look after your cholesterol. It is one of the most important and really one of the simplest things you can look after to look after your heart for the rest of your life. During this 14-Day Challenge, I'm going to share with you a whole lot of stuff. Every day, a video, some resources, a challenge or a task for you to complete and a fun fact. Stay tuned, your cholesterol is super important. Let me explain to you how, what you're going to do about it and how you're going to look after yourself for the years ahead! WHY LISTEN? * Get practical tips and science-backed advice you can apply immediately. * Learn from real-world examples and medical expertise. * Gain daily challenges to help you stay engaged and track progress. * Take charge of your heart health in a simple, effective, and engaging way.   ---------------------------------------- Takeaways: * ApoB, particle size, and emerging biomarkers * When to consider advanced testing * The limitations of a standard lipid panel Fun Fact: ApoB gives a direct count of atherogenic particles—not just their cholesterol content. Daily Task: Read about ApoB online and note one question to ask your doctor. * Resource : https://www.acc.org/latest-in-cardiology/articles/2021/11/22/13/11/utilization-of-clinical-testing-in-the-setting-of-dyslipidemia [https://www.acc.org/latest-in-cardiology/articles/2021/11/22/13/11/utilization-of-clinical-testing-in-the-setting-of-dyslipidemia] ---------------------------------------- Transcript:   ---------------------------------------- Are You at Risk of a Sudden Heart Attack? How Healthy is Your Heart? Really? Heart disease is the #1 killer in the Western World. In Australia, someone dies every 28 minutes from heart disease. That’s 51 people a day. In the US, someone has a heart attack every 40 SECONDS! Fortunately, many heart attacks are preventable. However, regular exercise and eating healthy are no guarantee you won’t succumb to this silent killer. * 94% of Australians have at least One Risk Factor for heart disease. *  59% of Australians have been Touched by heart disease. *  Yet only 3% of Australians have had a Full Heart-Health Assessment in the past 12 months. Do the free heart check today at www.virtualheartcheck.com.au [https://www.virtualheartcheck.com.au/] ---------------------------------------- Join the Healthy Heart Network and become part of our growing community! Do You Want to Improve Your Heart’s Health and Reduce Your Risk of Suffering a Heart Attack? Join The Healthy Heart Network For Only $5 Lifetime Access (Valued at over $55)! The Healthy Heart Network is designed to help members: * understand the present state of their heart’s health * recognise their current level of risk of suffering a heart attack * Learn the positive steps they can take to improve their situation Visit https://healthyheartnetwork.com/  [https://healthyheartnetwork.com/]and click on the JOIN THE FAMILY BUTTON

5 Oct 2025 - 3 min
episode Day 10: Family Ties - Genetic Cholesterol Disorders artwork

Day 10: Family Ties - Genetic Cholesterol Disorders

Welcome to the Younger Longer 14-Day Cholesterol Challenge. My name is Dr. Warrick Bishop. I'm a preventative cardiologist and I'm super excited that you're looking to look after your cholesterol. It is one of the most important and really one of the simplest things you can look after to look after your heart for the rest of your life. During this 14-Day Challenge, I'm going to share with you a whole lot of stuff. Every day, a video, some resources, a challenge or a task for you to complete and a fun fact. Stay tuned, your cholesterol is super important. Let me explain to you how, what you're going to do about it and how you're going to look after yourself for the years ahead! WHY LISTEN? * Get practical tips and science-backed advice you can apply immediately. * Learn from real-world examples and medical expertise. * Gain daily challenges to help you stay engaged and track progress. * Take charge of your heart health in a simple, effective, and engaging way.   ---------------------------------------- Takeaways: * Familial Hypercholesterolaemia (FH) basics and LP A * Why early diagnosis saves lives * Cascade screening: protect your whole family * Fun Fact: FH affects about 1 in 250 Australians—most are undiagnosed. * Daily Task: Talk to a sibling or parent about their cholesterol history. * Resource: https://fhaustralia.org.au/ ---------------------------------------- Transcript:   ---------------------------------------- Are You at Risk of a Sudden Heart Attack? How Healthy is Your Heart? Really? Heart disease is the #1 killer in the Western World. In Australia, someone dies every 28 minutes from heart disease. That’s 51 people a day. In the US, someone has a heart attack every 40 SECONDS! Fortunately, many heart attacks are preventable. However, regular exercise and eating healthy are no guarantee you won’t succumb to this silent killer. * 94% of Australians have at least One Risk Factor for heart disease. *  59% of Australians have been Touched by heart disease. *  Yet only 3% of Australians have had a Full Heart-Health Assessment in the past 12 months. Do the free heart check today at www.virtualheartcheck.com.au [https://www.virtualheartcheck.com.au/] ---------------------------------------- Join the Healthy Heart Network and become part of our growing community! Do You Want to Improve Your Heart’s Health and Reduce Your Risk of Suffering a Heart Attack? Join The Healthy Heart Network For Only $5 Lifetime Access (Valued at over $55)! The Healthy Heart Network is designed to help members: * understand the present state of their heart’s health * recognise their current level of risk of suffering a heart attack * Learn the positive steps they can take to improve their situation Visit https://healthyheartnetwork.com/  [https://healthyheartnetwork.com/]and click on the JOIN THE FAMILY BUTTON

4 Oct 2025 - 3 min
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