Midlife Wellness NP
Welcome to the Midlife Wellness NP podcast, where we embark on an authentic and empowering journey through midlife and menopause! As a board-certified family nurse practitioner and menopause society certified practitioner, I'm Kim Heifner, your host and guide.
After 23 years in acute care medicine, I shifted my focus to support and empower women during their critical midlife years. This podcast is a sanctuary of understanding, support, and endless possibilities, featuring solo episodes and engaging interviews with authors and experts in all areas of health and wellness.
Together, we'll tackle the real talk, from perimenopause and menopause insights to rediscovering purpose and embracing the everyday challenges of nurturing well-being. Join my growing community and celebrate your extraordinary midlife journey with the Midlife Wellness NP podcast.
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Midlife Wellness NP
Niacin Uncensored: Busting Myths and Revealing Benefits with Expert Stephen McConnell
Stephen Mcconnell is a scientist, researcher, and lipidemiologist. He is an expert in the use of Niacin, his work is international, and his protocols have been widely used by physicians.
In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the often misunderstood world of niacin or vitamin B3, which has been unfairly vilified and blamed for increasing cardiovascular disease risk, but Stephen dispels these myths and misconceptions. We explore the actual benefits of niacin, including:
- Its role in lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels
- Its role in lowering Lp (a) and ApoB
- Use in treating certain conditions, like fatty liver disease and chronic kidney disease (CPK)
Stephen provides guidance on who makes a good candidate for niacin supplementation and which conditions it may be particularly helpful for. He also covers proper dosing protocols, how to take niacin safely and effectively, and tips for minimizing the infamous "niacin flush."
Don't miss this eye-opening discussion that separates fact from fiction when it comes to this powerful vitamin. Tune in to learn how niacin could potentially improve your health from an expert who has studied it extensively!
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Kim
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