Cholesterol Demystified: Why Your Numbers Don’t Tell the Whole Story

Welcome to CardioNow, the podcast that helps you stay ahead of heart disease with clarity, not confusion. In today’s episode, Dr. Mahesh Mulumudi dives into one of the most misunderstood areas of cardiovascular health: cholesterol. While most of us track our cholesterol numbers, are we really paying attention to what matters the most? Join us as Dr. Mulumudi, an interventional cardiologist and founder of CardioNow, breaks down why simply knowing your LDL isn’t enough, how the size and number of cholesterol particles change your risk, and the surprising role that genetics, metabolism, and even lifestyle choices like carb intake play in heart disease. From particle counts to cutting-edge tests and actionable advice, we’ll cut through the noise to help you truly understand cholesterol and make smarter choices for your heart.Timestamps:00:00 Understanding cholesterol measurement basics05:27 Understanding cholesterol and heart disease08:57 Understanding lipoprotein A risks12:04 Impact of carbs on cholesterol15:18 Understanding cholesterol and inflammatory markers17:30 End of episode goodbyeDr. Mahesh Mulumudi LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahesh-mulumudi-1ba8733CardioNow - https://www.cardionow.org/about-us/our-providers/mahesh-mulumudi-md-facc-fscai/CardioNow YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@CardioNowPLLCTopHealth Media Network - https://tophealth.care/Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”