3 Things I Avoid as a Vascular Surgeon (It Clogs Arteries Fast!)

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In part two with vascular surgeon Dr. Lily Johnston, Kane recaps artery tests the surgeon discussed, including CAC, CIMT and coronary CT angiography, then asks what Johnston herself avoids. Johnston says she eats an animal-forward, low-carbohydrate diet of about 50 grams of carbs a day, usually two meals, and has dabbled in carnivore. Her three personal priorities are avoiding processed and refined carbohydrates, prioritising sleep, and managing stress. She claims stress hormones, cortisol and blood sugar explain a real link between chronic stress, mental illness and cardiovascular risk, and describes using morning meditation and exercise, including resistance training two to three times weekly, while adjusting for recovery and call schedules.

Key takeaways

• The featured surgeon says CAC typically costs $90-$150 out of pocket in her discussion
• She says she personally eats about 50g carbs per day on an animal-forward low-carb approach
• Her three avoids are processed carbohydrates, poor sleep and unmanaged stress
• She claims her mother shows stress effects in labs and arteries despite healthy eating, exercise and sleep
• She recommends 10 minutes of morning meditation, built gradually, and exercise to complete the stress cycle

Episode details: published October 15, 2025 · 168.1K views · 15:48 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The health and nutrition claims described are Lillie Kane’s or her guests’, presented for education — not medical advice. Kane is a certified nutrition health coach, not a physician. Consult a qualified professional before changing your own health practices.

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