Section 1: Core Concepts
1. On a standard lipid panel, what does the LDL-C number actually measure?
2. Why is ApoB considered a more truthful marker of cardiovascular risk than LDL-C?
3. Which statement best describes lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a)?
4. How does the male hormonal transition typically differ from menopause?
5. In the 'fire and rust' framing of arterial aging, which pair correctly describes the two drivers?
6. Which oxidized molecule is described as the actual trigger that begins arterial plaque formation?
7. Why do humans need oral bacteria to get the cardiovascular benefit of dietary nitrate from leafy greens and beets?
Section 2: Applied Understanding
8. A 52-year-old plant-based member has an LDL-C of 95 mg/dL — called 'normal' by his clinician. He has central adiposity and elevated triglycerides. Which next step best fits this month's teaching?
9. A 46-year-old member reports lower energy, reduced morning erections, and slower gym recovery. His total testosterone is in the lower-normal range. What is the most evidence-aligned next step?
10. A member's WHOOP shows declining HRV and rising resting heart rate over six weeks. Her hs-CRP comes back at 4.2 mg/L. Which interpretation best fits Month 7's framework?
11. A member who treats her hypertension with diet asks if her daily antiseptic mouthwash is fine to keep using. What is the most accurate, evidence-based response?
12. A 58-year-old member has a coronary artery calcium (CAC) score of 0 but high ApoB and a strong family history of early heart attacks. How should this be interpreted?
13. After a dental visit, a member is told she has early periodontitis. Which lifestyle response is most consistent with this month's teaching?
Section 3: Myth vs Fact
14. Total cholesterol is the single best blood test for assessing cardiovascular risk.
15. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is the default first-line answer for any midlife man with low energy or low libido.
16. All inflammation is harmful and should be eliminated.
17. Caring for the mouth — including treating gum disease and keeping a healthy oral microbiome — has measurable links to cardiovascular health.
18. A whole-food, plant-based pattern can lower ApoB and improve the environment that Lp(a) operates in, even though it doesn't change the Lp(a) number itself.
19. Daily antibacterial mouthwash is an unambiguously healthy longevity habit.
Section 4: Healthspan Heptathlon Integration
20. Month 7 most directly trains which Healthspan Heptathlon event?
21. Which combination of measurements best tracks progress on this month's themes?
22. Imagine your 90-year-old self competing in the Cardiovascular Endurance event. Which Month 7 habit set most plausibly carries you there?
Section 5: Application and Integration
23. A 52-year-old has 'normal' LDL-C at 118 mg/dL, ApoB 110 mg/dL, Lp(a) 90 nmol/L, and a family history of early MI. Using Month 7's framing, which read is best supported?
24. A 60-year-old man reports low energy, low libido, and one borderline-low morning testosterone reading. Using Month 7's andropause framing, what is the most defensible next step?
25. A client uses strong daily antiseptic mouthwash and reports elevated blood pressure. Which Month 7 mechanism is most directly relevant?
26. Two clients have identical LDL-C. Client A has hs-CRP of 0.6, Client B has hs-CRP of 4.2 with no acute illness. Using Month 7's framing, which statement is best supported?
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Evidence strength key
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- 🔵Randomized controlled trial in humans
- 🟡Observational cohort or large-scale human study
- 🟣Expert review or consensus statement
- ⚪Mechanistic / preclinical evidence