163. What Does Low Carb Do to LDL Cholesterol? (LDL-C Versus LDL-P Explained)

This episode explains what a low carb diet does to LDL cholesterol. In it, I explain the difference between LDL-C (cholesterol) and LDL-P (particle number). One of the most common objections we hear about people not wanting to eat more animal products is a fear of their cholesterol going up. Much confusion exists over whether high LDL cholesterol is okay or not for your health. Often, physicians are prescribing statins based solely on total or LDL cholesterol numbers. This exposes people who may not actually need the medication to undesirable side effects including muscle aches, pain, fatigue, and increased insulin resistance. This video explains when that’s okay, and how to actually know your risk of cardiovascular disease besides relying on total cholesterol or LDL cholesterol. As you’ll learn, these are very poor indicators of your risk.Highlights From This EpisodeWhat is cholesterol?Difference between LDL-P (particles) and LDL-C (cholesterol).LDL Pattern A versus LDL Pattern B.Why LDL-P is more important than LDL-C when determining cardiovascular risk.Does high LDL cholesterol cause heart disease? + Why you shouldn’t accept a statin based solely on high total or LDL cholesterol.Common side effects of statins on muscles and insulin resistance.Why you don’t need to fear eating saturated fat.How to look at the research on low-fat diets.Why total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol go up on a low-carb diet.  Subscribe & ReviewSubscribing and leaving a rating and review are important factors in helping the Reshape Your Health Podcast and the YouTube Channel reach more people. If you haven't already subscribed, please do that today.We would also be grateful if you left a rating and review, too. In your listening app, scroll to the “Ratings and Reviews” section, then click “Write a Review” and let us know what you enjoy about our show. We appreciate you taking the time to show your support. Thank you!Resources From This Episode>> Insulin Resistance Diet Starter Course>> Join Zivli>> Test Your Insulin at Home>> Free Low Insulin Food Guide>> Free Master Your Macros Training Video>> Carol's Fibromyalgia Story>> What Is A Good Insulin Level & How to Interpret Your Bloodwork Episode >> *NEW* FREE TRAINING: How to Lower Insulin Resistance: 5 Keys to Lower Blood Sugar, Lose Weight, and Keep it Off>> Enroll for Zivli is open now through March 19, 2024 at 11:59 PM CT. Go to https://www.zivli.com/join to enroll today!>> Book a Zivli discovery call to get your questions answered about our program and see if it's a good fit for you. Book at https://calendly.com/zivli-coaches/zivli-discovery-call. 

Om Podcasten

If you are ready for momentum building, evidence-based advice for how to reverse insulin resistance, lose weight, and prevent disease, this podcast is for you. Each week Dr. Morgan Nolte, PT, DPT, GCS breaks down the research behind weight loss and behavior change to give you actionable steps to start seeing results. To learn more, visit https://www.zivli.com/.