Listen to Episode 292
"Sugar, inflammation, and heart health are connected": Dr. Boone
August 16, 2026
What does sugar have to do with heart disease?
According to Dr. Geoffrey Boone, preventive cardiologist, much more than most people realize.
After decades of helping people prevent heart disease, he explains how sugar contributes to inflammation, damages the lining of the arteries, and why these changes can begin years before any symptoms appear.
In this episode, we talk about why Dr. Boone believes prevention still isn't the main focus of healthcare, how modern imaging can detect heart disease long before a heart attack, and why highly processed foods have become such a problem.
We also discuss why moderation isn't always realistic for people with sugar addiction, where lifestyle changes fit alongside medication, and the practical steps you can take today to protect your heart for the long term.
