Understanding LDL and Cardiovascular Risk

LDL cholesterol's role in heart attacks and strokes is often misrepresented, with many assuming it to be the main cause of heart disease. However, recent evidence suggests that, particularly in individuals known as lean mass hyper-responders, high levels of LDL do not necessarily lead to increased plaque buildup in arteries. This contrasts with traditional views and raises questions about the existing lipid hypothesis, prompting a need for further studies to understand the nuances. The findings encourage a reassessment of the biological markers for heart disease and underscore the importance of not solely focusing on LDL levels as indicators of cardiovascular health.