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#012 Dr. Ronald Krauss on LDL Cholesterol, Particle Size, Heart Disease & Atherogenic Dyslipidemia

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Impact of Statins on LDL Cholesterol and Heart Disease Risk

The chapter explores how statins primarily affect larger LDL particles, with limited impact on small dense LDL particles, discussing their established benefits in reducing heart disease risk by lowering LDL levels. It also compares the efficacy of dietary changes versus statins in modulating heart disease risk and addresses the complexities of determining who should be prescribed statins and the risks associated with their use, particularly focusing on the development of type 2 diabetes.

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