Chapter
Stratifying HDL and LDL levels for better heart health
1:23:07 - 1:29:27 (06:20)
Studies have found that stratifying individuals based on HDL and LDL levels can provide better insights into their risk of heart disease. For example, individuals with low HDL levels do not necessarily have a higher risk of heart disease if other key variables such as LDL levels are consistent.
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Instead of making instant changes based on a single study, it is better to gradually form an opinion based on strong, conclusive research over time.
1:23:07 - 1:25:39 (02:32)
Research
Summary
Instead of making instant changes based on a single study, it is better to gradually form an opinion based on strong, conclusive research over time.
ChapterStratifying HDL and LDL levels for better heart health
EpisodeDr. Layne Norton: The Science of Eating for Health, Fat Loss & Lean Muscle
PodcastHuberman Lab
Despite high levels of good cholesterol (HDL), heart disease risk still exists if there are high levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and inflammation.
1:25:40 - 1:29:27 (03:46)
Heart Disease
Summary
Despite high levels of good cholesterol (HDL), heart disease risk still exists if there are high levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and inflammation. On the other hand, lower levels of inflammation and LDL can lead to a lower risk of heart disease, regardless of HDL levels.