Heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer's disease may appear to be separate illnesses, but they all share a common root cause: metabolic dysfunction. Dr. Mitchell Rasmussen explores the connection between these top killers and reveal how addressing your metabolic health can protect you from multiple diseases simultaneously.• The LDL versus inflammation debate isn't either/or – both factors work together in heart disease • Endothelial dysfunction turns blood vessels from "Teflon" to "Velcro," allowing plaque formation• LDL particle count (ApoB) matters more than particle size for cardiovascular risk• Metabolic syndrome creates fertile soil for heart disease, cancer, and neurodegeneration• Exercise improves insulin sensitivity with muscles acting as glucose "sinks"• Mediterranean diets lower both LDL and inflammation, while processed foods do the opposite• Poor sleep, chronic stress, and environmental toxins accelerate metabolic dysfunction• Claims about medications being the third leading cause of death oversimplify complex data• Addressing root causes can reduce medication dependence and prevent major diseasesWant to take the next step with functional medicine? Learn more about our new patient process and lab testing at www.thefacilitydenver.com For more insights, tips, and behind-the-scenes content, follow us on Instagram @thefacilitydenver Join our email list for monthly updates + offers. Stay curious, stay proactive, and we’ll catch you next time!

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