Reassessing LDL Cholesterol and Heart Health

This chapter examines the controversial role of small particle LDL cholesterol in cardiovascular disease and its relation to dietary factors. It emphasizes the significance of coronary calcium scores over traditional cholesterol metrics in assessing heart disease risk and discusses the limitations of conventional cholesterol-lowering medications. The chapter advocates for lifestyle changes as key interventions for improving cardiac health, while critiquing traditional medical approaches to cholesterol management.