How I Lowered My LDL Cholesterol by 15% in Less Than a Month
High LDL-cholesterol isn't necessarily a sign you need to cut back on dietary cholesterol - it signals underlying nutrient deficiencies you need to address.
Research shows that having high LDL-C is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events, especially atherosclerosis. This is because it oxidises, contributing to the formation of arterial plaque. It is, however, worth noting that plenty of people have high LDL-C and don’t have atherosclerosis.
In fact, both of my grandparents had LDL-C in the range of 9–11 mmol/L for years before they died. This is despite the fact that they mostly followed a prudent diet, including sticking strictly to margarine, plenty of bread and grains, and drinking skim milk.
When I discovered my own LDL-C was high last year, I didn’t give up on red meat or saturated fats. I used it as a clue to uncover the nutrient deficiencies that were impacting a range of my body’s systems, including cholesterol production.
The approach I used to lower my cholesterol in a remarkably short amount of time is the same approach that I now use in my clinic. In this Medium article, I share the story my bloodwork told and the steps I took to change it.
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