1. Atherosclerosis is a Natural Healing Process in the body.
Atherosclerosis is not a disease in itself but rather a protective and healing response by the body to damage in the blood vessels, especially the arteries.
- When arterial walls are damaged (by toxins, inflammation, infections, oxidative stress), the body uses cholesterol and other lipids to “patch up” or repair the injured areas.
- These patches build up over time and can eventually lead to plaque formation.
2. Cholesterol is Not the Enemy
- Cholesterol is essential for healing and regeneration. The body sends it to inflamed or damaged areas in blood vessels to repair them.
- Blaming cholesterol for heart disease is like blaming firemen for a fire, cholesterol is
- present at the scene, but it didn’t cause the problem.
3. What Actually Damages Arteries?
There are several real culprits behind the damage that leads to atherosclerosis:
- Toxic diet (refined carbohydrates, processed foods, trans fats)
- Nutrient deficiencies
- Gut dysbiosis and leaky gut, leading to systemic inflammation
- Environmental toxins
- Chronic infections
- Stress and poor lifestyle habits
4. Role of the Gut and Immune System
Dr. McBride, being the creator of the GAPS (Gut and Psychology Syndrome) protocol, links gut health directly to cardiovascular health.
- When the gut is damaged, toxins and microbes can leak into the bloodstream, a condition known as leaky gut.
- This provokes chronic inflammation throughout the body, including in the blood vessels, which leads to arterial damage.
5. Supporting the Body Naturally
Emphasizes on healing the root causes through:
- A nutrient-dense, traditional diet (like the GAPS diet)
- Plenty of healthy animal fats and cholesterol
- Probiotics and fermented foods
- Detoxification
- Reducing exposure to environmental toxins