TikTok Cardiologist Says Oatmeal Bad & Eggs Good, Gets 5 Million Views
Mic the Vegan
15 min, 27 sec
Mike responds to a cardiologist's claims on TikTok regarding the health benefits of eggs, cholesterol, and raw dairy, while discrediting oatmeal.
Summary
- Mike challenges the cardiologist's assertion that eggs and cholesterol are healthy, providing evidence of their links to heart disease and cancer mortality.
- He disputes the claim that oatmeal is unhealthy, citing its long history of human consumption and numerous studies showing its benefits for heart health and mortality reduction.
- The video also examines the role of industry-funded studies, particularly in the field of eggs, and potential biases in their outcomes.
- Mike criticizes the cardiologist's endorsement of raw dairy due to its health risks and saturated fat content.
- He encourages viewers to examine scientific evidence rather than relying on credentials alone when evaluating health claims.
Chapter 1
Mike introduces the topic and begins responding to a cardiologist's claims about eggs and cholesterol.
- Mike is responding to a cardiologist on TikTok who claims eggs are very healthy.
- The cardiologist's video, which gained over a million views, endorses eating raw dairy and eggs for their cholesterol content.
- Mike criticizes the lack of research cited in the cardiologist's video.
Chapter 2
Mike presents studies to refute the cardiologist's positive stance on eggs and cholesterol.
- Mike references a study on 500,000 people linking egg consumption and cholesterol intake to higher mortality from various diseases.
- He mentions a study correlating egg yolk years to increased atherosclerosis.
- The cardiologist's comments suggest he does not consider high cholesterol levels unhealthy, which Mike disputes with research.
Chapter 3
Mike explains the APO B to A ratio and its significance in relation to cholesterol and heart disease.
- Mike discusses APO B and APO A, components of LDL and HDL cholesterol, respectively.
- He critiques the cardiologist's emphasis on the APO B to A ratio without citing supporting research.
- A meta-analysis shows that egg consumption increases both APO B and APO A, with APO B increasing at a higher rate, worsening the ratio.
Chapter 4
Mike defends oatmeal against the cardiologist's claims and discusses its historical dietary role.
- The cardiologist attacks oatmeal, claiming it's not part of the ancestral diet, which Mike challenges.
- Oats have been part of the human diet for at least 32,000 years.
- Mike counters the fallacy that natural diets are inherently superior and highlights the health benefits of oatmeal.
Chapter 5
Mike addresses the cardiologist's endorsement of raw dairy and discusses the risks associated with saturated fats.
- Mike notes the increased infection risk from consuming raw milk and the link between saturated fat and heart disease.
- He points out the inconsistency in the cardiologist's advice regarding ancestral diets, noting that oats predate dairy consumption.
Chapter 6
Mike criticizes the cardiologist's advice on seeking medical practitioners and stresses the importance of evidence-based claims.
- The cardiologist suggests avoiding traditional doctors and finding ones that look for the cause of diseases.
- Mike warns against the potential for such advice to dissuade people from seeing mainstream cardiologists, who can still offer valuable help.
Chapter 7
Mike concludes by emphasizing the importance of evidence over credentials and invites viewers to share their thoughts.
- Mike reiterates the importance of scientific evidence in evaluating health claims and debunks misinformation about LDL cholesterol and eggs.
- He praises oatmeal as a healthy dietary choice and asks viewers for their favorite oatmeal toppings.
- Mike encourages engagement and support from his audience.
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