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I am pretty convinced by the scientific consensus that LDL levels (even by themselves) are strongly predictive of Atherogenesis and overall CVD risk. "An overw
by elevatedastalt 2y ago
I am pretty convinced by the scientific consensus that LDL levels (even by themselves) are strongly predictive of Atherogenesis and overall CVD risk.
"An overwhelming body of multiple, converging lines of evidence has established a causal role for LDL in atherosclerosis and CHD/CVD progression as a fact, beyond a hypothesis."
https://sigmanutrition.com/lipids/ https://sigmanutrition.com/lipids/ has a very good overall survey of the field.
- nradov 2y agoCholesterol is only a problem when it forms plaques on arterial walls. While reducing blood cholesterol is one way to slow the growth of those plaques, it it better to prevent the damage which causes those plaques to form in the first place.
- aitchnyu 2y agoSeems the number one recommendation is "Eating a diet low in saturated fats and cholesterol, with less sugars and simple carbohydrates", what do you propose and whats the proof?
- nradov 2y agoI don't know where you're getting that recommendation but it's at least partly misinformation. “Cholesterol is not considered a nutrient of concern for overconsumption.” https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/panel-suggests-stop-warning-about-cholesterol-in-food-201502127713 https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/panel-suggests-stop-warn...