High LDL has low risk of coronary calcium
A new a study shows that those with LDL above 190 and calcium scores of zero have a low risk for developing calcium or having a cardiac event 10 years later. While this study had nothing to do with low…
Low carb diets improve LDL cholesterol
A new meta-analysis shows that, on average, low-carb diets improve LDL cholesterol. They increase the size of LDL, reduce the small LDL particles, and even reduce the overall LDL particles. This is contrary to many common beliefs about LDL and…
A keto diet raises LDL for some
A new study reports a dramatic rise in LDL cholesterol after following a keto diet. What doe this mean for you? Before we worry too much about the results, let’s explore the details of the trial to see if it…