The TRUTH is that we NEED CHOLESTEROL! So why the big hype about lowering Cholesterol?
Let’s discuss the highlights about this topic and some tips to help you have healthier cholesterol levels.
Most people believe that having high total cholesterol leads to cardiovascular risks like clogged arteries, but you need to know THE FULL STORY in order to correct the ROOT CAUSE!
WHY CHOLESTEROL IS NOT THE PROBLEM!
● Cholesterol causing plaque in the arteries IS THE EFFECT of other problems.
● Cholesterol was RESPONDING to the damage done! (from high blood pressure, inflammation,
high blood sugar, and oxidation)
High Blood Pressure & Inflammation
● High Blood Pressure (BP) or Inflammation–>microscopic damage–>cholesterol sent as a
putty–>putty calcifies (making vessel more narrow)–>causes even higher BP–>continue the
cycle.
● Cholesterol aids and protects the arterial walls after microscopic tearing and damage is done
(usually from high blood pressure or an inflammatory issue).
● Think of cholesterol as the “putty” pasted on the artery wall to protect it. After many years of
repeating this, this putty gets hard and calcifies, causing a build up (a.k.a. plaque) in the walls
of the arteries.
● This narrowing of the space that the blood has to travel within the artery causes the heart to
have to work even harder (and usually results in even higher blood pressure and continues the
cycle).
● This entire process results in decreased flow of blood to vital areas of the body (causing
swelling and edema, organ dysfunction, and circulatory issues such as erectile dysfunction).
● When this cycle continues long term, it significantly increases cardiovascular risks (heart attack
or stroke).
As said above, cholesterol has MANY VITAL ROLES in your body. So many people that are on
statins and other cholesterol lowering medications find that:
● Their brain isn’t working well (brain fog, memory loss, etc),
● Their hormones are out of balance (Low-T, PMS like symptoms, etc),
● They are STRESSED (Adrenal stress hormones can get out of balance without enough
cholesterol).
Also, cholesterol causing plaque in the arteries is THE EFFECT of other problems.
Cholesterol was RESPONDING to the damage done!
CHOLESTEROL IS NOT THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM! You wouldn’t destroy the FIRE TRUCK
that responded to fight the fire that is destroying your home!
CHOLESTEROL: WHAT DOES IT DO EXACTLY & WHY WE NEED IT?
Cholesterol is NEEDED for the following bodily functions (and MORE):
● Cholesterol is a vital component of every cell membrane on Earth. No life on Earth can live
without cholesterol.
● Cholesterol is a precursor to all of the steroid hormones. You cannot make estrogen,
testosterone, cortisone, and a host of other vital hormones without cholesterol. Many
hormone imbalances can be caused by lowering your cholesterol too much (often occurs when
taking Statins).
● Cholesterol is an anti-inflammatory
● BRAIN FUNCTION (20-25% of Cholesterol is used by the brain)
● Cholesterol on your skin interacts with the UVB rays in sunlight to convert it to Vitamin D. The
best way to obtain your vitamin D is from safe exposure to sun on your skin. If your cholesterol
level is too low you will not be able to use the sun to generate sufficient levels of vitamin D.
● Aids the GUT to absorb Vitamins A, D, E, and K (all antioxidant and anti-aging vitamins)
● To make Adrenal Hormones (Cortisol, DHEA, & more). These are your “Stress” hormones and
are precursors to your male/female hormones.
THE REAL CAUSES OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE:
● (S.A.D.)-STANDARD AMERICAN DIET:High refined carbohydrates (sugar/grains), hydrogenated fats (BAD
FATS), and chemically laden processed foods. These foods cause unwanted weight gain, inflammation,
high blood sugar and insulin resistance (Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes/Metabolic Syndrome/Obesity)
● STRESS-Our hectic and somewhat chaotic lifestyles contribute to high blood pressure, weight gain, and
affect our Adrenal Glands which produce hormones to address chronic stress. One of these hormones,
(Cortisol), will affect weight gain and other hormone balance.
● EXERCISE (lack of it or the wrong type): While most people in this country are “active”, they do NOT get
enough of the right kind of exercise. Too much or too little exercise leads to inflammation.
● GENETICS: Your genetics do play a role, BUT LIFESTYLE can affect whether those “genes” ever get
turned on. The factors listed above are the MAIN causes of genes being turned against you!
So WHAT do we DO to lower our RISKS?
● DIET & LIFESTYLE: Nutrition & Exercise is the key to reducing your risks!
● Low Carb + High “Good” Fat + Moderate Quality Protein
● Exercise (HIIT + Resistance)
● ↑ HDLs (“Good” cholesterol) + ↓Triglycerides + ↓LDLs (“Bad” cholesterol)
● Quit Smoking (nicotine)
● Decrease alcohol intake
****CALL TO ACTION TO SCHEDULE A CONSULT SHOULD INCLUDE A FREE eBook DOWNLOAD “IMPACT YOUR CHOLESTEROL & CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH” that includes:
● THE MOST IMPORTANT BLOOD LABS YOUR DOCTOR MIGHT NOT BE ORDERING
● UNDERSTANDING YOUR LAB RESULTS
● The Dangers & Side Effects of Cholesterol-Lowering Medications (Statins)
● Specific Foods that Balance your Cholesterol (Lipid_ panel
● Foods that RAISE your “BAD” cholesterol
● Top Cholesterol Lowering Natural Remedies & Supplements