Heart HealthBariatric Surgeon Who Lost 50 Pounds on Tirzepatide Defends Statins and GLP-1s
Bariatric surgeon Dr. Terry Simpson joins Simon Hill to cut through popular health myths surrounding GLP-1 medications, statins, seed oils, and the carnivore diet. Simpson, who has familial hypercholesterolemia and lost 50 pounds on tirzepatide, brings unusual personal stakes to these debates. He defends Ancel Keys and the Mediterranean diet, explains how ApoB — not inflammation — is the primary driver of heart attacks, and shares how statin therapy brought his LDL from 190 down to the 40s. The episode also covers the risks of compounded GLP-1 drugs, why FDA oversight of peptides matters, and how to spot misinformation from health influencers. A nuanced, evidence-grounded conversation for anyone navigating conflicting nutrition and cardiovascular advice.
