Chapter
Debating the Relationship Between Cholesterol and Saturated Fat
2:00:18 - 2:10:29 (10:10)
The relationship between dietary cholesterol, serum cholesterol, LDL, and HDL is still debated, along with the impact of saturated fat intake on cholesterol levels and hormone production.
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Peter and Rhonda discuss the role of testosterone in fitness and whether or not exogenous testosterone can improve athletic performance.
2:00:18 - 2:01:25 (01:06)
Summary
Peter and Rhonda discuss the role of testosterone in fitness and whether or not exogenous testosterone can improve athletic performance. They also talk about the psychological effects of testosterone on effort and motivation.
ChapterDebating the Relationship Between Cholesterol and Saturated Fat
EpisodeDr. Peter Attia: Exercise, Nutrition, Hormones for Vitality & Longevity
PodcastHuberman Lab
There is debate surrounding whether dietary cholesterol directly relates or does not relate to serum cholesterol, LDL, and HDL.
2:01:25 - 2:04:35 (03:10)
Summary
There is debate surrounding whether dietary cholesterol directly relates or does not relate to serum cholesterol, LDL, and HDL. The conversation continues around the impact of LDL, HDL, dietary cholesterol, and saturated fat.
ChapterDebating the Relationship Between Cholesterol and Saturated Fat
EpisodeDr. Peter Attia: Exercise, Nutrition, Hormones for Vitality & Longevity
PodcastHuberman Lab
The cholesterol we eat does not actually make it into our bodies, as our body recirculates its own cholesterol and uses it for cell membranes, hormones, and making bile salts for digestion.
2:04:35 - 2:07:26 (02:50)
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The cholesterol we eat does not actually make it into our bodies, as our body recirculates its own cholesterol and uses it for cell membranes, hormones, and making bile salts for digestion. This fact was known in 1960 but was only recently acknowledged by the American Heart Association.
ChapterDebating the Relationship Between Cholesterol and Saturated Fat
EpisodeDr. Peter Attia: Exercise, Nutrition, Hormones for Vitality & Longevity
PodcastHuberman Lab
The consumption of saturated fat and red meat that is rich in cholesterol can raise LDL cholesterol, which in turn can be bad for overall health.
2:07:26 - 2:10:29 (03:03)
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The consumption of saturated fat and red meat that is rich in cholesterol can raise LDL cholesterol, which in turn can be bad for overall health. However, it is important to note that this does not necessarily mean that all sources of saturated fat are harmful.