Rethinking Heart Health: Integrative Cardiology with Dr. Jason Reingold

17/02/2025 36 min
Rethinking Heart Health: Integrative Cardiology with Dr. Jason Reingold

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In this episode of Rethink My Health, we sit down with Dr. Jason Reingold, a board-certified cardiologist and leading expert in integrative cardiology at Georgia Integrative Cardiology in Alpharetta, GA. Dr. Reingold is pioneering a new approach to heart health—one that goes beyond traditional cardiology and incorporates functional medicine to optimize cardiovascular wellness.We dive deep into essential heart health markers that go beyond basic cholesterol testing. Dr. Reingold explains the importance of advanced lipid panels, inflammatory markers, and the role of oxidative stress in cardiovascular disease. We also explore cutting-edge diagnostic tools such as the CMIT scan, which assesses soft plaque buildup in the carotid artery, providing early insight into cardiovascular risk.One of the most exciting discussions in this episode is about VO2 max testing, a powerful predictor of cardiometabolic health and longevity. Dr. Reingold shares why this test is one of the strongest indicators of heart and metabolic function, and how improving your VO2 max can significantly impact your overall well-being and lifespan.If you're looking to take a proactive approach to heart health and want to learn how integrative and functional medicine are revolutionizing cardiology, this episode is for you. Tune in to gain actionable insights that can help you rethink your cardiovascular health and longevity.