LDL Cholesterol level: Your lab results explained

[@JimmyJJJohnson]

Great content with a sufficiently nuanced explanation. I think if someone understands this they've got at least enough information to realise they don't need to listen to every new "cholesterol is great!" Or "cholesterol kills you!" headline they read. Thanks, as ever, for teaching people how to think about information.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

thanks!! that's the vision!

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

@Janna total cholesterol includes cholesterol in VLDLs, LDLs, HDLs, IDLs, lp(a) and chylomicrons. but the half-life of each is VERY different. normally most cholesterol is in LDLs, HDLs and some in VLDLs. at the end of the day, cholesterol level is a surrogate for number of apoB-carrying lipoproteins (mainly LDLs and VLDLs). the amount of macronutrients can influence lipoprotein metabolism but also the TYPE of macros. saturated vs unsaturated fats have very different effects. it's possible to maintain good lipids overall with a higher or lower fat diet, higher or lower carb. there's also some individual variability as always

[@pamw3238]

@@NutritionMadeSimple hi! I am wondering if you could email me the course? I am a very healthy woman who was shocked to see my ldl was high. I would really appreciate your help. Kindly, Pam

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

@@pamw3238 absolutely. msg me on the FB page with your email address

[@BobBob-uv9fq]

I got normal for my results ,so I’m ok ?

[@zanea6820]

Cant say how great your content is. You actually explain the fundamentals and how things work instead of doing like 99 percent of other people online claming something without evidence and saying things like " eat this to prevent heart attack" etc. Thank you so much

[@kroniclenny]

Thank you, Dr Gill. That's the best explanation of cholesterol I've watched or read anywhere! You're a legend, love your work! Len from Australia

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

thanks!!! means a lot!

[@thedoc5848]

@@NutritionMadeSimple at 5:45, there is no scientific evidence for that what so ever, you literally made that up. You need to be more clear on why/how LDL blocks arteries, and then provide your scientific evidence, rather than sharing the opinions of those heavily funded by the statin industry. You completely left out other more concerning risk factors like diabetes, obesity, smoking, insulin resistance and high blood pressure. You have mislead your subscribers in this video

[@murrayburke7746]

Thank you for the intellectual, academic rigor you apply when interpreting research results and simplifying guidance for viewers. I’ve never known you to allow your personal dietary choices to encroach on dietary guidelines you provide for your viewers. I also appreciate that your videos do not have an agenda to sell branded supplements as do many KZbin doctors, chiropractors and dietitians. You do a wonderful job of helping consumers to think more like scientists and less like targets for gimmicks. Thank you.

[@peterdesmier6165]

This is exactly what I need for my cardiologist appointment Monday to review my blood tests.

[@Dannsandiego]

The best explanation I have heard so far. Thank you.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

thank you!

[@ramikla_146]

Keto dilemma I went Keto to lower my A1C I’m going to test to see if the LDL hypothesis has any weight

[@thegamergirl.30yearsago87]

I went to the doctor recently and found out I have ldl and I got really scared so I am here

[@jacobsala9512]

Everyone does

[@Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA]

I didn't believe in high LDL either then I got my first heart attack, the I trusted idiots on KZbin and didn't want to take statins, And got second attack 2y later. I am 39 now never been over weight. Always in top MMA athletic shape. Now I am on 2 Statins and I feel better then ever before.

[@paulspencer6861]

My ldl is 206 what should I do ?

[@akirby2886]

@@paulspencer6861 I think 206 is okay

[@Ronnie_Cruz]

@@Nenad-ICXC-Shuput-GFAMMA Just find out my LDL is 272 to be honest I am freaking out of a heart attack , I already started to take statins and a low fat diet. I am 24 years old at what age your first one happen ?

[@drvincentesposito]

Thank you for going over the basics.... This is more complicated an issue than it seems at face value, so I'm glad I now have a resource I can send to patients, clients, and friends when they bring the question up! Also, awesome idea with the meal plan! Love that!

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

glad it helps! always a tough call to pick which info to include/exclude...

[@ELifechilli]

I have been a subscriber for a while. When i received the results of my cholesterol test. I immediately searched for this video for a recap

[@adkinsfanful]

Hi Doc, I've never commented on anything on youtube, so that means that's my first comment ever. I just wanted to say - you are incredible, thank you. And not just for the info on your channel.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

thanks!!! proud to be your 1st comment! keep'em coming :)

[@matrixhousewife4779]

I was just diagnosed with high LDL (135) and spent a day trying to find info on how to lower it with nutrition... After I watched many KZbin videos that made no sense to me, I just found your channel! An MD/PhD with FINALLY the science based information I need to rely on! Thank you so much! 🙏🏼 You gave me hope that I can lower by cholesterol by changing my diet, based on data, science and studies! I will follow your advice, change my diet and let you know in three months, after the blood test, if my Cholesterol levels decrease...

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

thrilled to hear! definitely check out the 2 or 3 videos I've made before with the food details. have you ever tried any other dietary changes? feel free to msg me on the FB page, I'd love to know more details and help where possible

[@matrixhousewife4779]

Nutrition Made Simple! Oh I have spent the whole day today watching most of your videos! And I shared your FB page on my feed already. Thanks for everything !

[@thegamergirl.30yearsago87]

I don't have high ldl, I have low ldl and I am really young like REALLY you and I was diagnosed with it and I am really scared.

[@chelsiejohnson2116]

I have a ldl of 155.. I'm trying to move more. Lots more steps. My hdl is 54. I'm only 37. I hope I'll be fine. My triglycerides are at 109

[@chelsiejohnson2116]

And my doctor said my cholesterol is "just fine"

[@lisahunter9136]

Hello, I am new to your channel and just love it. I am like the many who start to google looking for explanations after I received my blood work this morning. Your explanations were very clever and helped me better understand the differences of the vehicle verses passengers. My triglycerides shot up from 169 to 436 in 4 months, and I am sitting here on a Sunday in a panic googling everything on the web hoping I don't have a heart attack before I see my GP. Thank you for your channel. Very enlightening.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

glad it helps! we have a whole video on lowering triglycerides, check it out!

[@domagojbarac]

Incredible!!! You totaly changed my perspective... Greetings from Croatia!

[@miketracy9256]

IT IS GOOD TO KNOW THAT CAUSATION IS NOT THE SAME AS CORRELATION AND IT USUALLY IS BEST TO UNDERSTAND THAT EVERY RESULT COMES FROM MULTIPLE REASONS.

[@macrina6939]

In Dec. Of 2022 my cholesterol was at 220. I decided to stop my medication and change my eating style waching my carbs. I lost 20lbs. And i can't wait to see my new blood results. Thanks for the information. 🙏

[@suppaman12]

How’d you do?

[@demonicsweaters]

Thank you for this video. I've watched a lot of videos where it's so hard to tell what is true or real, but you really back up what you are saying with evidence, and you really seem to know what you are talking about.

[@dvdmon]

Thanks for another great video. I've listened to a number of lipidoligists talk on various podcasts, but apparently this subject is incredibly complex and I'm thankful that you've broken down at least a little piece of it. While it's not necessarily cholesterol, I'd love to see you talk about the interplay between inflammation levels (measured via HS-CRP) and LDL-Cholesterol and/or LDL, and how different thresholds of each might result in increased risk. I currently have very low LDL-Cholesterol, 32, but that's with 10mg of Crestor, and pretty low HS-CRP - 0.33, so I'm not really worried about myself, although I've never had my LDL-P or APO-B measured so I wonder if I should try to get these done on my next lipid panel just to make sure I don't have that "disconnect."

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

thanks!! yes the relationship btw cholesterol levels and inflammation is interesting and often misunderstood and there is some research on it, I'll try to include in a future video!!

[@AnthonyShaw-ty9pi]

Humm🤔 10 mg of crestor? Are you becoming cognitive impaired. I think it did me in. Trying to recover.

[@wanderingsoul2909]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🔍 LDL and LDL cholesterol are distinct entities with different roles in the body's lipid transport system. 00:27 🚗 LDL and HDL are types of lipoproteins responsible for transporting fats, including cholesterol, in the bloodstream. 01:24 📊 Total cholesterol in the bloodstream is the sum of cholesterol carried by different lipoproteins, including LDL and HDL. 02:17 🩺 Scientific evidence suggests a correlation between high LDL-cholesterol levels and heart disease in both lab animals and human population studies. 03:42 🧬 Genetic differences influence LDL-cholesterol levels, but lifestyle changes can still significantly impact cholesterol management. 04:36 🔑 Strong consensus in the scientific community supports the causal relationship between elevated LDL-cholesterol and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. 05:31 🚗 The quantity of lipoprotein particles, not just cholesterol content, is a critical factor in cardiovascular health. 06:27 📈 Testing for apoB and LDL-P can provide insights into the number of lipoprotein particles, complementing the information provided by LDL-cholesterol levels. 08:17 🚫 Raising HDL-cholesterol levels might not provide cardiovascular benefits as previously believed, based on various trials and studies. 09:39 🔄 Avoid oversimplifying the role of lipoproteins as merely 'good' or 'bad' cholesterol, as the context is more nuanced and complex. Made with HARPA AI

[@kateboo4013]

Thanks for this! 😊

[@et7972]

😅 I understand better afywr I read your summary I stop taking statin for a month and the blood tests show a.big.jump in LDL. no effect on HDL or triglycerides

[@katriinapuputti5883]

Good stuff! I don't think that I'm totally ignorant what it comes to health but this difference I did not know. Thanks for making me and others wiser!

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

hope that helps clarify the basics!! LDL vs LDL-cholesterol, what evidence do we have for LDL being 'bad', HDL being 'good', and are these labels even helpful? next videos will cover triglycerides and how to lower them in a healthy way, the controversial role of eggs, ideal lipid ranges and more so write your Qs below!!

[@augustopellegrini1985]

Nutrition Made Simple! Sei molto bravo, complimenti! You are so good, congratulations!

[@matrixhousewife4779]

Can you do a video discussing any existing evidence that atherosclerosis can be reversed by diet? I am worried that the damage done by my high cholesterol will never be reversed and the arteries will never be “unclogged”...😟😬

[@bdancestars]

I have really really LOW total cholesterol AND very LOW triglycerides... is having low cholesterol just as bad as having high cholesterol?!?

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

@@bdancestars no. balance of evidence indicates it is advantageous. there have been no hormonal issues (which was one of the main concerns) reported in people with LDL-C as low as ~25mg/dL. Also, brain function should be unaffected as the brain produces its own cholesterol (lipoproteins don't cross the blood-brain barrier). people with genetically determined very low LDL-C have massively lower rates of cardiovascular disease. there may be an increase in risk of diabetes. here's one article: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/joim.12614

[@russellboxall5477]

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[@belovegems]

I m a 71 years old woman with Total Cholesterol 231 HDL 75 LDL. 141 Triglycerides 62 What do you think?

[@puppetsnunary7691]

Better thn mine im 20

[@a.stewart2641]

It's great!

[@alokbaluni8760]

My LDL is 3(I know very low) HDL is 34 Triglycerides is 42

[@nathankurjan959]

That’s real good

[@carflexee]

Ldl probably needs to be lower. Talk to a doc

[@drakezen]

You should be discussing the difference between LDL type B vs LDL type A in terms of cardio health, and the importance of one over the other rather than simply LDL

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

beyond the scope of the standard lipid panel but it's discussed here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIa3p62redWbo8k and we have a long video coming up on this topic

[@jeffreywp]

SO appreciate your videos. I wish you were near my neck of the woods in NJ My cholesterol has always been low (all my numbers) so much so that a friend told me I should be concerned about stroke. I looked around YT and the Web and found conflicting info about low cholesterol and early death and low LDL and HDL contributing to ischemic stroke in vegans. YIKES! Would appreciate your insights on the topic AND how to raise my values safely through diet (if possible). Thanks for all you do!

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

good reminder, i'll try to touch on that in the followups!

[@jeffreywp]

@@NutritionMadeSimple Thanks so much for considering my recommendation!

[@someguy2135]

@@NutritionMadeSimple I am very glad to hear that. I look forward to seeing those.

[@captainbuck5969]

This video knocked it out of the park! This Doc is good!

[@espianmashias9565]

I’ve been on a strict Keto for 6 months. I got my annual labs today...cholesterol is 304, HDL 57, LDL 237, Triglyceride 50. My heart was racing cuz I’ve never had it so high in my life.😬

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[@genesis204]

What did you do u just my results and it's high

[@ynotttt]

Similar thing for me. Trys came down big, vldl low…but total and ldl went to the moon.

[@rickhatesmisleadia7101]

Im beginning to like this guy. Im trying to get the best info I can and he seems to be on it! thumbs up

[@gabriel65304]

I have a record for ldl cholesterol In August 2021 I have got my cholesterol test. Total cholesterol-8,8 HDL- 129 LDL- 8,8 Triglycerides -0,97 In February 2021 I got a stent on my artery coronary. From May 2021 I follow Low Carbs and Intermittent Fasting. Before keto diet, I have had an cholesterol LDL 3,1 just 2 more ago.

[@ebrahimjahangiri3209]

No dislikes - and fully well deserved, great video

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

haha i'm sure they'll come eventually, i've learned that no matter what you say someone on the internet will dislike it :)

[@jmcadoesvids359]

I still remember trolling your first videos with my backup account, your channel has grown so much since then.Good video

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

thanks!!!! glad it picked up a bit of momentum but I still have a long way to go :)

[@ajimenezneri]

Amazing content and love the simplicity! I am sure many will benefit from content like this. Very well done!

[@dangallagher8034]

Thank you very much Doc. Your programs are first class.

[@hubert1184]

Great video Gil. I hope you can make a follow up video, show your results and explain why they are good.

[@davidmoser8901]

Dear Gil Carvaloh, I just watch a lot of your "cholesterol" videos. They are very informative and cleared a lot of confusion. Some questions arose during watching them: 1. What is the good function of LDL and LDL-Cholesterol when the level is "normal" and good? 2. What is the function of HDL and HDL Cholesterol? 3. In which protein carriers are triglycerides transported? I assume in LDL and HDL? Is there anyting to add there? 4. You mentioned that the HDL:LDL ratio doesn't say much about the risk of CVD. How about the HDL:TG ratio? I read some studies suggesting that the HDL:TG ratio is a good indicator for CVD. 5. There are a lot of graphics on the internet showing that the smaller the LDL the worse. You clearly showed that it is about the particle number not about the size. But is it safe to say that people with more small Pattern B LDL tend to have more particles as well? 6. Are pattern B LDL linked to increase insulin resistance? 7. If non-HDL lipoproteins are in a "good" level why don't the enter the artery wall? Or do they? 8. HDL don't enter the artery wall just because they have a different APO on it? I assume it is not about the size since HDL are even smaller then all LDL. 9. I guess you never mentioned the healthy level of ApoB? Can you do that? 10. What tells the body to produce more LDL? I assume it is not only the LDL-Cholesterol since those numbers don't exactly match. You mentioned that sometimes the carrier/bus (LDL) is full of particles/people (LDL-Cholesterol) and sometimes it is have empty. I hope you can answer some of those questions in your upcoming videos... Cheers David, Basel Switzerland

[@RhettsRides]

• LDL: 157 mg/dL • HDL: 55 mg/dL • Triglycerides: 88 mg/dL • Lipoprotein(a): 48 nmol/L So I have High “passengers” but not high “traffic” ?

[@GPHealthandWellbeing]

This is an absolutely brilliant explanatory video ❤ Love it

[@MartinsMusic]

Man!!! Great content brother! Made it easy to understand. So much that after I clicked out of the video, I came back, subscribed, liked and commented to help the algorithm! More people need to hear this! Keep it up!

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

haha, thank you!

[@FelipeSantosBa]

Finally I understand it. Best explanation ever. Amazing content as always!!! :D

[@ilhamazad]

What about the paper demonstrating a significant increase in LDL cholesterol due to fasting, from the mobilization of fat?? Would love to hear about this in another video.

[@MikeStabler]

Thanks! Your videos are the best. Good work.

[@rydanslogos]

👏👏👏the only thing that i have to do here is to listen to you maybe twice at least in order to understand everything in detail

[@christineboydstrongtower]

Yes I feel fortunate to find your site‼️. Thank you excellent ‼️👍

[@ngh6074]

This doctor is still stuck in the old school; High LDL with low triglycerides and low A1C is an indicator of good health. LDL that is damaged by high Glucose is the problem, you need to measure the type of LDL (small medium large) High LDL with low A1C is an indication of burning fats

[@vignesh1065]

Anyone that doesn't believe in conspiracies is old school to you, I assume.

[@contrarian717]

That's the problem. How do we reconsile your statement (which I'd like to agree with) with this video. Who is defenetely right...?

[@juliemarkham4332]

Wow. Excellent breakdown of the information! Thank you.

[@BillLinAZ]

Gil , great vid. I'm on a statin and have a blood draw this week. When I see the doc this gives me better insight when we review the results. Also, I'm an aerospace engineer and my dad was a cardiologist so acronyms are in my blood.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

literally :) hope it helps and good luck!!

[@BillLinAZ]

@@NutritionMadeSimple I knew you'd catch that "in the blood" comment. Thanks, been on them for awhile but really working on better nutrition. I'll probably buy your plan.

[@angelataylor4728]

Keep of statins, they are bad for us. They stop absorption of cholesterol which is essential in every cell in our body. Magnesium is a natural statin.

[@BillLinAZ]

@@angelataylor4728 And you are a Dr of course, right?

[@thedoc5848]

@@BillLinAZ Angela is right. There is no evidence LDL is the cause of heart disease, this Dr is probably part of the statin gravy train

[@cherylq7183]

I’ve changed my diet, lost 80 pounds and my ldl is up higher than it’s ever been.

[@QuantumEcho777]

Keto diet?

[@smashogre4766]

And the clouds finally part on LDL vs LDL-cholesterol! I've been a viewer of your videos for a while now, but it took until just now to grasp the "cars vs passengers" thing. So... yeah. Thank you for this! I'll end with a question for you or the community: Why does the total cholesterol value include 20% of the triglyceride number? Would love to know more about that. Cheers!

[@indradevpandey8257]

Excellent video Thnx a lots

[@mariusc.832]

Good video as always, congrats, keep it up!!!

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

Thanks!

[@someguy2135]

I really found that comparing cars and passengers to cholesterol and lipoprotein be helpful for understanding more about this potentially lifesaving subject!

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

Glad it was helpful!

[@toddkruse7756]

You are good at this, Thank you! This really helps me understand this issue.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

check out the follow-up video we released on this 2 days ago :)

[@GreggBennett-j3p]

So nice to see this guy has largely abandoned all the KZbin tropes of choppy editing, and exaggerated facial expressions and hand gestures in his newer videos. His excessive use of those annoying tropes in this 3 yr old video was quite stark, to me. I honestly had trouble watching this old video. So glad he’s stopped using all the tropes in his newer videos. The newer videos tend to be more conversational and have much longer edits. So much easier to watch. Thank you to the presenter (sorry, forgot his name).

[@MakeitwithMitch]

Excellent video. Very grateful I have found your channel.

[@quake2u]

Yes this is the best explanation yet. Nicely done. I hope you have something on statin drugs.

[@Payw4and]

Keep up the great content.

[@stephaneleduc2784]

Thanks i just bought you program. Continue I like the way you think. I pay full price even if i am subscribe to you channel to encourage you. Continue your good work.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

oh thanks!!!!!! you didn't have to do that :) if you don't see a significant improvement lmk and we'll give you a full refund!!!

[@WeatherMoon]

Genetic disposition. I'm on Ezetimibe currently, and diet monitoring (if I eat meat and I do, I add beans and make meat a seasoning. ) My docs are happy with total cholesterol at 202 and LDL at 122. Added, I have no signs of heart disease, naturally low blood pressure, no calcium in heart, etc, and past my treadmill test. I always look for knowledgeable people to help me understand cholesterol, mortality, medical science, and food. Thank you for your vieeos

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

interesting. only ezetimibe? did you have a bad reaction to a statin?

[@WeatherMoon]

@@NutritionMadeSimple yes. All stations. Unable to walk more than half a mile without pain and cramps, my brain function went south, involuntary muscle spasms, etc. So, only Ezetimibe, and the only side effect is half an hour after taking it, any fat tastes awful, weird, but that's the scoop

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

@@WeatherMoon makes sense

[@sheddkkhan6758]

@@WeatherMoon but you can have soft plaque . Soft plaque does not contain calcium

[@randyyoder4898]

I’m 45 my blood results recently. Triglycerides - 188 Cholesterol - 232 HDL - 50 Cholesterol/HDL ratio 5 LDL - 144 Bun - 22 Globulin - 3.7 Wondering if I should take action or see a doctor??

[@sleeblazers5673]

Thank you! Your explanation made it understandable.

[@akshayiithyd]

Was interesting to see the plaque forming a normal distribution while getting accumulated

[@thomasgronek6469]

Ten times less than something is a negative number: 10 times less than 100: let's build an equation: 100 - 1000 = - 900. So It is 1/10 of something, not 10 times less. thanks for the video.

[@NattSiroj]

My total cholesterol 295 Tri 61 HDL 83 LDL 203 Fasting blood sugar 91 What are your opinions on these results Thanks

[@thallesrodrigues6919]

Make a diet, exercise often, lose some weight. After 3 - 4 months, repeat the blood test ( LDL test). If high LDL ( > 130), you should start a statin ( is an inherited susceptibility to hypercholesterolemia). Options: Rosuva, Atorva or Pravastatin).

[@nuvi5480]

Thanks for explaining it simply!

[@smkudva]

Thanks for addressing my concern from your previous video! I am wondering what values of LDL and total cholesterol levels are considered low risk. I keep seeing different people (even doctors) with different opinions on this.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

will probably cover ideal values on a followup video. this one was getting too long :) the

[@Jonde171]

Thank you for all great content you're doing, helped me a lot :)

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

Happy to help!

[@NikkoFortniteSIDEKICK]

THANK YOU!! VERY WELL EXPLAINED 👌

[@kindnesstoall]

Just stumbled upon this site. Just re'cvd results. Chol now 278 Trig now 81 HDL now 90 VLDL now 13 LDL now 175 T.Chol/HDL Ratio now 3.1

[@swghavoc]

WOW! I'm glad I came across this video. Thank you.

[@cffurtado]

The best explanation so far thanks 😊

[@dimitripavlotskyartist2383]

Dr. Carvalho, do you measure you LDL after fasting or non- fasting? ( I started on 5mg of Rosuvastatin and my LDL is now 79 fasting and 55 non-fasting.) Please let me know. Thanks. Big fan! Dimitri

[@veenadass616]

Brilliantly explained.

[@darrach1953]

Probably the best explanation I've heard yet

[@andyx8440]

Thank you for a really informative episode.

[@davidwelburn]

When you are talking about LDL, are you really referring to LDL, IDL and VLDL combined? Also, am I right in thinking chylomicrons are non-atherogenic because they are too large to penetrate the artery walls? Thank you.

[@Speedytrip]

Great content as always. Keep it up.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

Appreciate it!

[@olivierplayer1633]

very interesting man ! thanks .i will look to your diet recepies .

[@ai-baking-f1]

Great video - very helpful

[@tobia_23]

Great explanation! Thanks!

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

You're welcome!

[@RollinShultz]

It would have been useful if you had delved into the difference between simple fluffy ldl and SD ldl cholesterols. for my age (67) I am in good shape lifting weights and gaining muscle regularly. I also walk with my dogs regularly, but I choose to eat a high fat / low glucose diet and I have somewhat higher than the recommended levels of ldl. I suffer no noticeable ill effects from it, but the medical profession's numbers game greatly affects the hoops I must negotiate to get my DOT medical card each year.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

we have a couple videos going over LDL particle size in some depth kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIa3p62redWbo8k kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKeuf62Ch9Ktgsk also, bear in mind you can eat higher fat lower carb if that's what you prefer without raising your LDL-cholesterol, covered here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZuvZWR-lKmtas0

[@RollinShultz]

@@NutritionMadeSimple thanks for your quick response.

[@davidsheriff9274]

Hi Dr Gil, I appreciate your channel, you're:;one of the only people I trust on this very confusing issue of health and diet. But I am still a little confused about this topic. I am fifty five years old and relatively healthy ,I eat a mainly plant based diet with fish and eggs occasionally. I just got a lipid Panel for the first time. This is what it says. Total 144 HDL 45 Triglycerides 63 LDL 85 From what I have read,it seems that the LDL and triglycerides are ok but the HDL seems on the low side. What do you think?

[@rafaelortega1376]

I have some questions: why is there not a top limit to HDL cholesterol if too much is harmful? It should be over 40 in man, but what's the optimal value? Is there an optimal ratio between total cholesterol and HDL cholesterol?

[@dgerome6981]

I noticed a high HDL level on my blood panel 2 years ago. I told my sister and she said, oh yea, that's hereditary; Mom had that. I got online to see what to do about high cholesterol, and they literally described the lifestyle I have lived for years: excellent diet, exercise, etc. I forgot about it until a G. I. Dr. suggested I get a Cardiac calcium scan. It says online, "0-100 normal, 100-200 moderate heart disease, Over 300 high risk of heart attack- immediate treatment recommended". My results came back at 375. I have had liver disease from performing my trade working with solvents, so meds are out. I get nowhere with research because everything is geared towards raising HDL levels- not lowering them. I did a Cardio Stress Test and did not show ischemic restrictions. Is there anything I can do to reduce the calcium in my coronary arties?

[@jenniferh7297]

Vitamin k2 and plant sterols from what I know. K2 transports calcium from soft tissues to bones and teeth and plant sterols will help lower cholesterol

[@belindaschmidt9964]

Try olive oil My son in laws gma had a carotid artery 80% blocked, it was recommended that she have endarterectomy- she refused and started taking olive oil every day. She was 30% blockage when rescanned

[@gabriel65304]

Who can explain it : In August 2021 I have got my cholesterol test. Total cholesterol-8,8 HDL- 129 LDL- 8,8 Triglycerides -0,97 In February 2021 I got a stent on my artery coronary. From May 2021 I follow Low Carbs and Intermittent Fasting. Before keto diet, I have had an cholesterol LDL 3,1 just 2 more ago. Statins and aspirin I stopped 10 days after the implant of stent. I am taking vitamin C acerola , vitamin D 3 and k2

[@thebsmaster]

I'm glad I found this channel. You really made nutrition simple. Thanks so much.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

no prob!! :)

[@williamlott7612]

I think the proper question is WHY LDL accumulates on artery walls. Does it clump arbitrarily or in low flow areas? Does it clump in a particular location for a reason, say inflammation? If yes, then the question becomes, what causes the inflammation that damages arteries resulting in the clumping of LDL? I have heard and read doctors who suggest that if the cause of inflammation is addressed, the presence of LDL becomes moot.

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

inflammation increases risk further but is not necessary for plaque to start, see kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIaao5mefM5gipY for more details on causes of heart disease see kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6jdf6GLndaIsMU

[@missclik1419]

ty man .. theese videos makes so sense f me ..again , ..greatfull

[@christianneuhaus8195]

Wow nice video. I didnt thought that i dont know those basics.

[@ItsJordaninnit]

This is a fantastic explanation 🙏

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

thanks!!!!

[@sirajjoseph6364]

thank u .. it makes me understand

[@dieyoung8259]

Great Job....just got my blood work back LDL was 70. I don't understand why there was no HDL information or triglycerides or total cholesterol number. Pisses me off that the information is not complete.

[@deanhooks4474]

Good detail that I had not heard before. Thanks for pealing it back a level (or two) to help us better understand what's really going on!

[@davidbenjamin4798]

I brought my LDL down to the optimal level using Lipitor. Does this mean that I can eat eggs without worrying?

[@FEWGEE1]

I didn't even get lab results, my Dr just said "your cholesterol levels are just above what we consider high. You can go on statins for the rest of your life now, or try and reduce your cholesterol with lifestyle changes, and we'll test again in a couple of months" I chose lifestyle changes, and got retested a few months later. I then got a text saying "your blood test shows you could do with reducing your cholesterol. We advise another test in 12 months"

[@mikaelak90]

Nice explanation.

[@peterodonnell4404]

I love the way you review the foundations of science, study design, and interpretation each video. I think this is extremely important for the general population, which generally have a very limited (if existent) knowledge of science, and who are surrounded by misinformation. The truth is the judged by those who shout the loudest! These videos go some of the way towards explaining the reasons behind science. Just excellent.

[@accordfreak1]

What about LDL particle size? I didn't see you talking about that.

[@annettem7355]

How can you work out all of it is there some sort of calculations that i can use with my numbers?

[@violinbite]

Hi. I am 52 this year. A year ago I had test report as such: LDL 3.2 mmol/l, HDL 2.0; Triglyceride 1.1 and total cholesterol at 5.7mmol. I took 3 eggs a day since for a full year and this was the result:- LDL 3.8 mmol; HDL 1.5; Triglyceride 0.7 and total cholesterol remains 5.7 mmol. Can you comment on such reading?

[@MrLemonbaby]

Another great video. Thank you very much. I've sub'd of course.

[@milosabariz]

What about the different types of LDL? What about the oxidation of LDL because of blood sugar? What about high LDL on ketogenic diet?

[@NutritionMadeSimple]

most of those covered here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJWmdpapjL5_b5Y and keep an eye on the ongoing series covering these in even more detail

[@stevebeougher4585]

Dr. Esselstyn claims that a TC under 150....mine is 60.. means your liver can not create plaque. Is there any proof of this?