Topic: Lipoprotein A

Standard GP blood tests often fail to measure critical markers like Lipoprotein(a), which can indicate a high risk for heart disease even in seemingly fit individuals. Anwar shares a personal anecdote about discovering his own high Lipoprotein(a) levels, which prompted him to change habits like smoking cigars and shisha. Monitoring hormones, fasted insulin, and stress markers like cortisol is essential for men in their 40s and 50s to ensure longevity.