Chapter
Heart Disease Rates after World War II and in Modern Times
23:27 - 29:59 (06:32)
The incidence of heart disease and mortality rates have changed significantly over the past few decades. Even though heart disease rates spiked after World War II and in China after a repressive period, the causes and treatments for heart disease have evolved since then.
Clips
This podcast discusses the history of China's repressive period and challenges the notion that China has better dietary choices than the US.
23:27 - 24:56 (01:29)
Summary
This podcast discusses the history of China's repressive period and challenges the notion that China has better dietary choices than the US. It also examines the lower rates of heart disease in rural China and Papua New Guinea.
ChapterHeart Disease Rates after World War II and in Modern Times
Episode"Forks Over Knives": Is a Vegetarian Diet Better For You?
PodcastMaintenance Phase
A drop in heart attacks is not always good news as treatments and mortality rates have changed over the years and without context it is hard to interpret the data.
24:56 - 29:59 (05:03)
Summary
A drop in heart attacks is not always good news as treatments and mortality rates have changed over the years and without context it is hard to interpret the data. Looking at Europe after World War II, an increase in heart attacks appeared to be troubling but a deeper analysis suggests otherwise.