Dr Ford Brewer - PrevMed You've Been Lied to About Cholesterol Heart Disease - Ford Brewer MD MPH (PrevMed Health)
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Sep 26, 2025 Uncover the truth about cholesterol and heart disease myths. Discover why high cholesterol isn't the main culprit for heart attacks. Delve into the roles of LDL, HDL, and the significance of ApoB in cardiovascular risk. Learn how inflammation turns LDL into a threat and why chronic inflammation is a key player in metabolic disease. Get insights on lifestyle changes, targeted testing, and the importance of a personalized approach to heart health. It's not just about cholesterol; it's about understanding the bigger picture!
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Cholesterol Is A Necessary Building Block
- Cholesterol is essential and produced by the body for membranes, hormones, vitamin D, and the brain.
- The problem arises when cholesterol is in the wrong place, time, or context, not because cholesterol itself is inherently bad.
LDL/HDL Are Transport Vehicles Not Villains
- HDL and LDL are lipoproteins that transport cholesterol, not cholesterol itself.
- LDL becomes problematic only when arterial inflammation allows cholesterol to enter and become trapped.
Inflammation Turns LDL Dangerous
- Inflammation is the key factor that allows LDL to oxidize and embed in artery walls.
- LDL may be the match, but metabolic dysfunction and inflammation are the gasoline that fuel plaque formation.