Cholesterol Archives - Esther Blum

Does cholesterol predict heart disease?

September 2, 2020

Just this week one of my clients sent me her lab values in a panic because her cholesterol was 220 and her MD wanted to put her on a statin. Never mind that her HDL was excellent and her cholesterol to HDL ratio was also excellent. When we solely look...
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Do eggs raise cholesterol?

August 3, 2020

The most commonly asked question that I get is, “Do eggs raise cholesterol levels?” Not only do eggs NOT raise cholesterol, but they are an important part of a healthy diet to support healthy cholesterol levels. We need cholesterol for healthy hormone balance and neurotransmitter production so we feel happy...
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