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The Primal Podcast

Ep 99 - Dr Zoe Harcombe | Increase Cholesterol & Fat: Fix Your Heart & Inflammation

Oct 6, 2024
In this insightful discussion, Dr. Zoe Harcombe, a nutrition expert challenging mainstream dietary guidelines, sheds light on the misunderstood roles of cholesterol and saturated fat. She argues that higher cholesterol could indicate better heart health and critiques the effectiveness of statins. Dr. Harcombe advocates for whole-foods diets while questioning the necessity of fiber. She also emphasizes the vital role of vitamin D for overall health. A must-listen for anyone looking to rethink their approach to nutrition!
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Quick takeaways

  • Cholesterol plays a vital role in bodily functions and higher levels may correlate with lower mortality rates from heart disease.
  • Dr. Zoe Harcombe critiques statins for their limited benefits and champions lifestyle changes for better cholesterol management.

Deep dives

The Role of Cholesterol in Health

Cholesterol is an essential substance for life, crucial for cell formation and various bodily functions. Contrary to common beliefs, it does not inherently cause heart disease; instead, research suggests that higher cholesterol levels may correlate with lower mortality rates from heart disease. Dr. Zoe Harkam emphasizes that interpreting cholesterol in a negative light ignores its vital functions, which include repair processes in the body. In fact, the notion of 'good' and 'bad' cholesterol lacks scientific backing, as cholesterol molecules do not transform into harmful substances simply based on their classification.

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