In this episode of the Vibrant Wellness Podcast, Dr. Brooke Stubbs speaks with integrative cardiologist Dr. Giovanni Campanile about why heart disease remains the leading cause of death despite being largely preventable. Drawing on his extensive training in interventional cardiology and his evolution into integrative medicine, Dr. Campanile reveals how cholesterol is only one piece of the puzzle.
Dr. Campanile discusses how decades of placing stents prompted a deeper question: what if heart disease could be reversed? He explains why the four pillars of nutrition, exercise, stress reduction, and human connection are equally vital, and how tools like the Cleerly scan and Cardio Zoomer can personalize risk assessment with precision.
From endothelial repair and nitric oxide production to the role of fiber and fermented foods in reducing inflammation, Dr. Campanile outlines how integrative strategies can both heal the heart and enhance vitality. He also addresses the unique cardiovascular risks women face after menopause and how hormone therapies can be optimized safely through careful evaluation. This episode is a compelling look at how modern cardiology can evolve into a model of root-cause resolution and proactive prevention that sees the full patient, not just their numbers.
Key Topics Covered
🫀 Coronary artery disease as a fully preventable epidemic
🧬 Integrative cardiology blending biomarkers and lifestyle
💥 Inflammation and mitochondrial health as root causes
🥗 Diverse plant fibers for gut-driven heart protection
🏃 Strategic exercise to reverse vascular aging
👩⚕️ Hormones and microvascular risk in postmenopausal women
🧠 Emotional resilience and social bonds for longevity
🔬 Advanced testing like Cleerly and Cardio Zoomer to personalize care
Timestamps
00:00 — Why Metabolic Health Matters
02:05 — Dr. Giovanni Campanile, MD
08:20 — The Metabolic Roots of Heart Disease & Diabetes
12:10 — Why We Intervene Too Late in Modern Medicine
15:40 — Insulin Resistance, Inflammation & Chronic Disease
19:30 — Prevention vs Reactive Care in the Healthcare System
23:20 — Early Detection, Risk Stratification & Better Outcomes
27:10 — Lifestyle Medicine: Nutrition, Movement & Metabolic Repair
31:40 — The Role of Advanced Testing & Diagnostics
35:30 — How Data Guides Personalized Prevention
39:20 — The Future of Preventive & Longevity Medicine
43:30 — Shifting the Medical Model Toward Healthspan
47:20 — What Patients Can Do Now to Improve Metabolic Health
51:10 — Final Thoughts, Takeaways & Closing
Resources Mentioned
🌐 Explore more from Dr. Campanile on his official website
📱 Connect with Dr. Brooke Stubbs on Instagram
🔗 Learn more about CorAeon
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