The Peter Attia Drive

The Peter Attia Drive

#07 - Deep Dive: Lp(a) — what every doctor, and the 10-20% of the population at risk, needs to know

Jul 30, 2018 · 01:16:09

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Deep dive into Lp(a), a lipoprotein linked to cardiovascular disease risk.
Explains its structure, function, and significant role in heart health.
Highlights that 1-in-5 people are affected, often unknown to doctors.

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