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"Knife Down" is what a surgeon says in the OR when she puts her scalpel down so no one gets hurt — and it’s the mission here: put the knife down, long before anyone needs to use it.

Knife Down is a podcast about how to actually invest in your health so you can live longer, stronger, and with less time in doctors’ offices. The core focus is the world’s leading cause of death—cardiovascular disease... more

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Are omega-3s really the #1 supplement for heart disease prevention? In this reaction to Dr. Boz, I break down the nuance: atrial fibrillation risk, rancid oils, DHA vs EPA, heavy metal testing, delivery forms, omega level testing, and why small fatty... more

A live, unfiltered Ask Me Anything on preventive cardiology and metabolic health — recorded on about three hours of sleep after a night in the OR, which tends to make me a little more candid than usual.

We cover the questions you actually ask: how p... more

Peripheral artery disease Q&A — including one of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to “walk off” PAD symptoms.

In this video, we break down:

• Why erectile dysfunction is actually a sign of vascular disease

• What an ankle-brachial index ... more

Got APOE4? Here’s the exact prevention strategy I would use to protect my own brain if I carried this gene.

In this video, I walk through the major modifiable dementia risk factors identified by the Lancet Commission — and how I would actually appro... more

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Dr. Ford Brewer
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Episode: When "Healthy" Is a Lie: @DrFordBrewer on Insulin Resistance, Hidden Plaque & His Prevention Pivot

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Dr. Lily Johnston
Board-certified vascular surgeon and cardiometabolic health specialist; host of Knife Down; focused on prevention and metabolic health.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 1 ratings
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    So happy I somehow found this podcast. I have so much respect when a doctor questions some of the traditional theories.

    Very easy and enjoyable to listen to.

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When "Healthy" Is a Lie: @DrFordBrewer on Insulin Resistance, Hidden Plaque & His Prevention Pivot
Q: How do you address nutrition for your patients?
We discuss managing body fat, especially visceral fat, as it significantly impacts metabolic health and vascular disease risk.
When "Healthy" Is a Lie: @DrFordBrewer on Insulin Resistance, Hidden Plaque & His Prevention Pivot
Q: What did the discovery of advanced arterial age in yourself transform your practice?
Realizing I had plaque made me understand I had risk I didn't recognize and prompted me to adjust my health approach.

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What is Knife Down about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently translates cutting-edge science on prevention, metabolic health, and longevity into practical, real-world guidance for avoiding cardiovascular disease. Episodes often center on rigorous evaluation of supplements, lipidology, hormones, and emerging therapies, with a clear emphasis on evidence-based strategies, safety, and personalized risk. The host—a vascular surgeon—explains complex medical concepts in accessible terms, frequently debunking marketing hype and highlighting how lifestyle, testing, and targeted interventions can reduce cardiovascular risk long before symptoms appear. A notable strength is its rigorous, no-nonsense approach to prevention, balanced with timely discussions of new therapies and diagnostic t... more

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1. The Healthspan Podcast
2. Dr Ford Brewer - PrevMed
3. Stay Off My Operating Table
4. Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn
5. The Dr. London Podcast

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Knife Down launched 3 months ago and published 38 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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