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In today's episode with Dr. Tom Guilliams, you’ll hear us take a deep dive on:The secrets of the endothelial glycocalyxPotential biomarkers for assessing glycocalyx activityThe role of glycocalyx in cardiovascular healthLifestyle factors that support endothelial healthInsights for maintaining cardiovascular healthDr. Tom Guilliams serves as the Director at Point Institute and the Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy, boasting two decades of experience in the critical assessment of lifestyle, nutritional, and dietary supplement strategies aimed at both preventing and managing chronic diseases.Order tests through Rupa Health, the BEST place to order functional medicine lab tests from 30+ labs - https://www.rupahealth.com/reference-guideLabs MentionedBlood testingHeparan sulfate testingHeparin testingChondroitin sulfate testingHyaluronic acid testingC-reactive protein testGlucose testingHemoglobin A1C testGuest Details:Dr. Tom Guilliams on LinkedInDr. Tom Guilliams’ BooksOrtho Molecular Products WebsiteRupa Health Details:Rupa Health's WebsiteRupa Health on LinkedInRupa Health on InstagramRupa Health on Tik TokRupa Health on YouTubeRupa Health Reference GuideRupa Health MagazineDr. Carrie Jones’ WebsiteDr. Carrie Jones on LinkedInDr. Carrie Jones on InstagramDr. Carrie Jones on TikTokTimestamps00:00 - Intro03:27 - Who is Dr. Tom Guilliams?05:20 - What is the endothelial layer?08:13 - The crucial role of endothelial function in cardiovascular health12:13 - Cholesterol: a bystander in the larger picture of heart health13:46 - What is the glycocalyx?17:51 - The role of enzymes in cardiovascular health21:00 - Nitric oxide: the miracle gas behind vascular relaxation26:30 - The glycolic connection32:22 - Testing the endothelial glycocalyx34:52 - Nutrients and phytonutrients43:33 - Where can you find Dr. Tom Guilliams?
