Cholesterol has been labeled public enemy number one in the world of heart health. But what if I told you that much of what we've been led to believe about cholesterol is, well, a big fat lie? Intrigued? 

Today, I'm excited to share highlights from an eye-opening book called 'The Great Cholesterol Myth' by Jonny Bowden, PhD and Dr Stephen Sinatra. Yes, we’re going to talk about one of *the* most damaging myths in medical history: that cholesterol causes heart disease.

Tune in and learn:

• The shady origins of the cholesterol hypothesis, including the flawed Seven Countries Study by Ancel Keys

• The true role of cholesterol in the body and why it's absolutely essential for health

• The oversimplification of "good" and "bad" cholesterol and the importance of cholesterol particle size

• The truth about the effectiveness of statins and the serious side effects you must be aware of if you want to protect your heart, brain and more

• The often-overlooked role of inflammation, sugar, and stress in heart disease

• The proven way to protect your heart (and it's not with statins!)

• Essential nutrition and supplements you need to support heart health

• The importance of a holistic approach to heart health that goes beyond managing cholesterol numbers

If you are seeking to prevent or reverse heart disease, this episode is for you. You'll also learn practical steps you can take to improve your heart health.

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