Dr. Stephen Hussey: Rethinking Heart Disease
Episode Overview
Dr. Hussey's personal heart attack experience. Misconceptions about heart function and cholesterol. Importance of structured water in the body. Role of inflammation and lifestyle in heart health. Concept of human photosynthesis.
Be your own health advocate. No one's going to care more about your health than you do.
In this insightful episode of the Kick Sugar Coach Podcast, Dr. Stephen Hussey delves into the unconventional wisdom surrounding heart disease. As a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner, Dr. Hussey shares his personal experience of suffering a heart attack at the age of 34 despite living a healthy lifestyle. His journey into understanding the true causes of heart disease led him to question many conventional cardiology beliefs. Dr.
Hussey discusses how misconceptions about the heart's function have influenced our understanding of heart disease. He reveals that the heart doesn't forcefully move blood as traditionally thought, and instead, the structured water within our bodies plays a critical role in energy transfer and maintaining health. The conversation shifts to the impact of lifestyle and inflammation on heart health. Dr. Hussey explains how burning sugar for fuel can increase oxidative stress and damage structured water in cells.
He emphasizes the importance of reducing inflammation through lifestyle changes, including minimizing exposure to toxins like glyphosate. One of the more intriguing topics covered is the concept of human photosynthesis. Dr. Hussey suggests that humans can harness energy from the sun, similar to plants, through melanin, highlighting the importance of sunlight and energy absorption for health. Throughout the episode, Dr.
Hussey empowers listeners to be their own health advocates, encouraging them not to outsource their health but to take proactive steps in understanding and improving their well-being. This thought-provoking discussion not only challenges conventional wisdom but also offers practical insights for maintaining heart health.