This week we speak to the renowned cardiologist and staunch advocate for a plant-based diet, Dr. Kim Williams. With an illustrious career in cardiovascular medicine, Dr. Williams has served as the President of the American College of Cardiology and has consistently championed the transformative power of plant-based nutrition for heart health. Dr. Kim Williams is a distinguished cardiologist, currently holding the position of Chief of Cardiology at Rush University Medical Center. With an extensive background in academic medicine, he has published numerous articles in leading medical journals and has been a pioneer in promoting lifestyle interventions, particularly plant-based diets, to prevent and reverse heart disease. As a past President of the American College of Cardiology, Dr. Williams brings a wealth of expertise and insight to the conversation about cardiovascular health. Main Topics Covered: The Impact of Diet on Heart Health:Dr. Williams delves into the compelling evidence supporting the role of plant-based diets in preventing and managing heart disease.Discussions on how dietary choices influence cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and overall cardiovascular well-being.Navigating Nutrition Myths:Unraveling common misconceptions surrounding nutrition and heart health.Addressing popular myths related to dietary fats and their impact on cardiovascular outcomes.Medical Community Perspectives:Dr. Williams shares his experiences advocating for plant-based nutrition within the medical community.The evolving landscape of cardiovascular medicine and the growing acceptance of lifestyle interventions.Tune in to this episode of The Happy Pear Podcast for a captivating conversation with Dr. Kim Williams, as he navigates the intricate relationship between plant-based nutrition and heart health, offering practical insights and debunking myths along the way.  Lots of love, Dave & Steve x DISCOUNT CODES & SPONSORS: VIVOBAREFOOT: Vivobarefoot Footwear have given our listeners an exclusive 15% discount and if you buy now you also get free access to their incredible course showcasing some of the biggest names in the health and wellness space. Enter the code HAPPYPEAR15 LINK:  https://www.vivobarefoot.com/uk/the-happy-pear INSTANT BRANDS: Get 20% off airfryers and instantpots with code: HAPPYPEAR LINK: https://bit.ly/48R1D9V THE HAPPY PEAR RECIPE CLUB - Blending health and happiness through a range of over 500 delicious plant-based recipes.  LINK: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H06JvgK0 Sign up to our Newsletter, for updates on our latest recipes, events and news. LINK: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1hKXaawjoQOONmJe4EXkCdwf92py Produced by Sean Cahill & Sara Fawsitt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.