Fitness Food Finances

266 - You Feel Fine… Until You Don’t LDL, ApoB, Cholesterol, and the Drop Dead Years

49 min · 4 de may de 2026
Portada del episodio 266 - You Feel Fine… Until You Don’t LDL, ApoB, Cholesterol, and the Drop Dead Years

Descripción

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2115851/fan_mail/new] What happens when you feel great… but your blood work says something else? In this episode, I break down my own labs after 2 years on a carnivore diet — the good, the bad, and the uncomfortable truth. My triglycerides are low, HDL is high, glucose is solid… but my LDL and ApoB are through the roof. This is the exact situation a lot of men in their 40s and 50s are facing right now. You feel strong. You train hard. You think, “I’m good.” But heart disease doesn’t care how you feel. We’re going to unpack: *  What LDL, HDL, and ApoB actually do in your body  *  Why you can feel amazing and still carry risk  *  The difference between metabolic health and cardiovascular risk  *  What carnivore and low-carb diets really do to your numbers  *  Whether high LDL actually matters (and when it might not)  *  Non-medical options to think through before jumping to conclusions  *  The real pros and cons of statins and cholesterol medications  This isn’t fear-based. It’s not anti-carnivore. It’s not pro-medication. It’s about understanding the game you’re playing — so you can make a smart decision for your life. Because the goal isn’t to win a diet argument… it’s to be around for your family. 🔥 BULLET POINTS (SHOW NOTES / SEO) *  Carnivore diet blood work after 2 years (real results)  *  High LDL and ApoB explained in simple terms  *  What ApoB means and why it matters  *  LDL vs HDL vs triglycerides breakdown  *  Lean Mass Hyper Responder (LMHR) explained  *  Why low triglycerides and high HDL can be misleading  *  Can you be healthy with high cholesterol?  *  The difference between feeling good and being healthy  *  Cardiovascular disease risk in men over 50  *  Why the first sign of heart disease is often a heart attack  *  CAC scan, Lp(a), and advanced testing explained  *  Should you worry about cholesterol on carnivore?  *  Pros and cons of statins and cholesterol medications  *  Lifestyle strategies to improve long-term health  *  How to interpret your blood work without panic

Comentarios

0

Sé la primera persona en comentar

¡Regístrate ahora y únete a la comunidad de Fitness Food Finances!

Prueba gratis

Empieza 7 días de prueba

$99 / mes después de la prueba. · Cancela cuando quieras.

  • Podcasts solo en Podimo
  • 20 horas de audiolibros al mes
  • Podcast gratuitos

Todos los episodios

275 episodios

episode 273 - The Dumbest Things People Buy That Keep Them Poor artwork

273 - The Dumbest Things People Buy That Keep Them Poor

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2115851/fan_mail/new] Everyone wants financial freedom, but many people unknowingly spend money on things that keep them broke. In this episode, Andy breaks down the common purchases that quietly destroy wealth—from new cars and storage units to subscription creep and retail therapy. More importantly, he shares what is actually worth spending money on:  health, experiences, skills, relationships, and assets. If you want more freedom, less stress, and a better future, this episode will help you think differently about every dollar you spend. #HardToKill #LookGoodNaked #FinancialFreedom #CrossFitGarage #WealthBuilding #PersonalFinance #HealthAndLongevity #Mindset #InvestInYourself #AndyMcCann

22 de jun de 202648 min
episode 272 - Learn and grow from your fitness and events not just stack artwork

272 - Learn and grow from your fitness and events not just stack

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2115851/fan_mail/new] https://tru-challenge.com/host/202610/2010/ https://brag.org/brag/ chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.kennesawmountaintrailclub.org/documents/maps/KEMO%20Brochure%20Map.pdf chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.awesomealpharetta.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Greenway_Map_2022.pdf https://www.mulberrygap.com/tnga-info Most people wait until they're "ready" before signing up for a challenge. I believe the opposite is often true: the challenge is what gets you ready. In this episode, Andy McCann discusses why events like CrossFit competitions, 5Ks, adventure races, HYROX-style events, TRU Challenge competitions, hikes, and other physical challenges can become powerful tools for self-discovery and personal growth. You'll learn how challenges reveal strengths and weaknesses across the Five Pillars of Health: Eat, Sleep, Move, Think, and Connect. Andy also shares why it's important to push your limits intelligently, embrace discomfort, and use events as opportunities to gather data about yourself—not just your fitness. Topics Covered: *  Why events accelerate progress  *  Training vs. testing  *  Learning through competition  *  The Five Pillars of Health  *  Building resilience and confidence  *  Avoiding reckless challenges  *  Finding the "slightly scared" growth zone  *  Becoming harder to kill and better prepared for life  Whether you're considering your first 5K, a CrossFit competition, a HYROX event, or simply looking for a new challenge, this episode will help you approach it with the right mindset. #CrossFitGarage #HealthAndFitness #Longevity #AdventureRace #HYROX #CrossFit #TRUChallenge #FunctionalFitness #PersonalGrowth #HardToKill #FitnessOver50 #HealthyAging #Mindset #Resilience #WoodstockGA #AndyMcCann

15 de jun de 202637 min
episode 271 - What would I do if I were just starting my health journey artwork

271 - What would I do if I were just starting my health journey

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2115851/fan_mail/new] If You Had to Start Your Health & Fitness Journey Over Again, What Would You Do? In this episode, I answer a question I've been asked many times: "Andy, if you knew what you know now, how would you start your health and fitness journey?" The answer isn't a complicated workout plan, an expensive supplement stack, or the latest health trend. Instead, I break down the Five Pillars of Health and Longevity that have guided my own journey and helped countless others improve their health: ✅ Eat  ✅ Sleep  ✅ Move  ✅ Think  ✅ Connect We'll discuss practical steps anyone can take starting today, regardless of age, fitness level, or current health challenges. If you're feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice or wondering where to begin, this episode will help you focus on the fundamentals that actually matter. My guiding motto: "Be harder to kill and look good naked." In This Episode: *  Why most people focus on the wrong things first  *  The simplest nutrition advice that works  *  How sleep impacts every aspect of health  *  Why walking is one of the most underrated exercises  *  The importance of strength for long-term independence  *  How your thoughts affect your health  *  Why connection and community matter more than most people realize  *  Actionable steps you can start today  Whether you're 25, 45, or 65, the best time to start was years ago. The second-best time is today.

8 de jun de 202632 min
episode 270 - Pick an event to shoot for artwork

270 - Pick an event to shoot for

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2115851/fan_mail/new] On this podcast you will actionable tips on Building a Firm Foundation for Life in Fitness, Food, Finance I believe in building a firm foundation for life through functional fitness, farm-fresh nutrition, and sound financial practices. Join us in creating a healthy and resilient future! We are happy, humble, helpful people that want to be healthy and fit now, as well as in their 90's. I talk about how to live that good life now and later with heavy slant towards fitness and nutrition. I will even get into mindset, goals, raising chickens, raising kids, bitcoin, rental property, entrepreneurialism CrossFit Garage (Woodstock GA) https://crossfitgarage.com/get-started/ [https://crossfitgarage.com/get-started/] YouTube channel with other visually videos (long and shorts) https://www.youtube.com/@AndyMcCann42 [https://www.youtube.com/@AndyMcCann42] My Lightning Node Pubkey 03009791220fc72580bb0b9833b68fd487014be25238c782cae92146c875d26da6 My Nostr  Pubkey npub1elc4f7ecllsgskukal7jmcu5zvx724hdpse0swvpmwp56rpw6ywsvr4mvy

1 de jun de 202625 min
episode 269 - I eat 4000+ calories a day yet am sexy shaped How can this be? artwork

269 - I eat 4000+ calories a day yet am sexy shaped How can this be?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2115851/fan_mail/new] On this podcast you will actionable tips on Building a Firm Foundation for Life in Fitness, Food, Finance I believe in building a firm foundation for life through functional fitness, farm-fresh nutrition, and sound financial practices. Join us in creating a healthy and resilient future! We are happy, humble, helpful people that want to be healthy and fit now, as well as in their 90's. I talk about how to live that good life now and later with heavy slant towards fitness and nutrition. I will even get into mindset, goals, raising chickens, raising kids, bitcoin, rental property, entrepreneurialism CrossFit Garage (Woodstock GA) https://crossfitgarage.com/get-started/ [https://crossfitgarage.com/get-started/] YouTube channel with other visually videos (long and shorts) https://www.youtube.com/@AndyMcCann42 [https://www.youtube.com/@AndyMcCann42] My Lightning Node Pubkey 03009791220fc72580bb0b9833b68fd487014be25238c782cae92146c875d26da6 My Nostr  Pubkey npub1elc4f7ecllsgskukal7jmcu5zvx724hdpse0swvpmwp56rpw6ywsvr4mvy

25 de may de 202619 min