We tell patients to “eat more healthy fats” — but what does that actually mean?
Why is coconut oil villainized while olive oil gets the heart-healthy halo — even though both come from plants?
Why does cheese get a pass on the charcuterie board, but butter gets the side-eye — even though both are saturated fats?

The truth is, fatty acids aren’t just a diet label. They’re central players in inflammation, lipid metabolism, insulin resistance, and even gene expression.

In this episode of LipidCurious, we go beyond the good-vs-bad debate and unpack what clinicians really need to know about fatty acids — from molecular structure to bedside application.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

1. What are fatty acids?

2. The major types of fatty acids

3. How they show up in clinical practice

Don’t forget: The free LipidCurious Starter Kit is available now at www.lipidcurious.com — packed with quick, practical tools for lipid management.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is NOT medical advice.

When you see elevated triglycerides on a lab report, what’s your first move? Diet talk? Lifestyle handout?

It’s time to pause — because triglycerides aren’t just about carbs and alcohol. They can be a clue to deeper issues: insulin resistance, hepatic strain, even pancreatitis risk.

In this episode of LipidCurious, we take a deep dive into:

• What triglycerides actually are?
• Why triglycerides go up — and when you should worry?
• Whether they really cause atherosclerosis, or are just guilty by association

We’ll also walk through a 5-question framework you can use in clinic to make sense of elevated TGs, and what to prioritize when the number is >150 mg/dL.

Don’t forget: The free LipidCurious Starter Kit is available now at www.lipidcurious.com — packed with quick, practical tools for lipid management.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is NOT medical advice.

Welcome to Season 1 Episode 1 of LipidCurious — the podcast dedicated to demystifying lipids for medical boards and real-world clinical practice. If you’ve ever looked at a lipid panel and felt unsure what it really means, this episode is your starting point.

In this kickoff episode, we cover:

1. What are lipids?

2. Their defining “superpowers.”

3. How are lipids classified — and why that matters in clinic

Whether you’re preparing for boards or managing complex patients, understanding the lipid family gives you a better grasp on diagnosis and treatment. This is foundational knowledge—built for real-world clinical practice.

Download the Free LipidCurious Starter Kit at www.lipidcurious.com

Questions or feedback? Reach out at hello@lipidcurious.com

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is NOT medical advice.