EP 13: The Benefits of Cholesterol: How to Decrease LDL and Increase HDL

Just over 38% of the adult population in the United States has high cholesterol. There is a link between high cholesterol and heart disease and stroke, two of the most common causes of mortality in the US. However, not all fats are harmful, and just particular cholesterols are responsible for clogging our arteries. Vitamin D, hormones, and digestive juices are all dependent on cholesterol. It also aids in the normal functioning of your organs. The problem is, too much of anything is harmful. Listen in as we explain the significance of cholesterol in our diet, as well as how to keep a healthy balance in our lives. EPISODE TIMESTAMPS 00:52 Real Benefits of Cholesterol 02:03 Effects of Imbalance Cholesterol Level 02:39 What Cholesterols are Bad? 03:21 How Are Cardiovascular Risks Developed? 04:09 Preventing Cardiovascular Problems 05:28 Ways to Decrease LDL and Increase HDL 07:57 What Happens If We Are Genetically Attracted to Cholesterol? 08:45 Not All Fats Are Bad! 09:34 Fats and Energy See you again next Friday at 10:00 am (Pacific Time). Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and give us a Follow and Review on Spotify. Enjoy, --- Ramiro WHERE YOU CAN FIND RAMIRO Instagram: @ramiro_briseno Facebook Group: 6122 Challenge - Overcome Pornography Website: www.ramirobriseno.com Do you have anything you want us to cover in our next episode? Send us a message at [email protected]