Often when we discuss cholesterol, the conversation is centered around HDL and LDL cholesterol (good vs. bad). But by focusing on only these two types of cholesterol, we are missing pieces of our health puzzle. Triglycerides are another type of fat in the blood that can either be used as energy or stored as fat…
Using Cholesterol to Reduce Inflammation
Here’s a crazy concept: You may be able to reduce inflammation by increasing cholesterol. Now, why would you want to increase cholesterol? Doesn’t high cholesterol contribute to atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, and inflammation? It most certainly can. But remember, not all cholesterol is created equal. First, you’ve got low-density lipoprotein—LDL—cholesterol. This is the bad stuff….
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