The Thyroid (and Hormone) Fixer Podcast: Thyropause, Menopause, Metabolism and How to Fix It · Dr. Amie Hornaman

592. The Female Heart Crisis No One Warned You About

January 2, 2026·50 min·4 clips
A woman knew something was wrong, was sent home with wine, then had a cardiac arrest at the ER door.
Dr. Amie Hornaman interviews cardiologist Dr. Sanjay about heart disease as the leading killer of women, covering overlooked symptoms, the role of hormones and thyroid health, and practical prevention strategies. They discuss advanced cholesterol testing, statin overuse, and how lifestyle and hormone optimization can reduce risks.

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A practical case for prevention, with statins and women given real attention.

The episode frames cardiovascular disease as a quiet buildup and makes a strong case for prevention before a heart attack arrives. It is most convincing when it reaches statins, the temptation to chase numbers instead of people, and the argument for using medication with more…

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Your heart risk may be quieter than your symptoms.

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