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Episode #332. Blood tests can be confusing, but they don’t have to be. Learn how to interpret your comprehensive blood test results as I walk through key markers for cardiometabolic, hormonal, and overall health. Discover why I recommend blood tests every 6–12 months, learn the results of my most recent blood test, and hear insights from esteemed scientists Dr Thomas Dayspring and Dr Karl Nadolsky in this thorough guide. Specifically, I cover: Introduction (00:00) Personal Health Journey and Lifestyle Context (04:06) Cardiometabolic Biomarkers: Cholesterol, Triglycerides, and ApoB (09:29) Debunking the Triglycerides-to-HDL Ratio Debate (20:56) Insulin Sensitivity and Metabolic Health Markers (29:10) Hormones: Testosterone Levels and Testing (30:42) Thyroid Function: Family History and Test Interpretation (37:19) Iron and Micronutrient Insights (50:12) Key Lifestyle Habits for Optimal Health and Final Thoughts (51:44) Download my full blood test results here, or head to the full show notes for add