The surprising link between high-choline/carnitine foods—like eggs, red meat, fish, and dairy—and your long-term heart health is laid bare here. It’s not just the food itself, but the specific gut bacteria it cultivates, especially when fiber intake is low. This process creates TMAO, a compound that research is now directly connecting to serious vascular damage and adverse cardiovascular outcomes. Yes, even popular supplements containing these nutrients could be playing a role if your microbiome