In this episode, Dr. Jessica Steier and Dr. Sarah Scheinman welcome Dr. Christopher Labos (again!) to examine cholesterol and the growing phenomenon of cholesterol denialism. The scientists explore the historical development of cholesterol research and how treatment approaches have evolved over time. They address the impact of scientific skepticism on public understanding of cholesterol's role in cardiovascular disease, discussing both dietary interventions and pharmaceutical treatments like statins. Dr. Labos provides insights into current controversies surrounding cholesterol management while emphasizing evidence-based approaches to heart disease prevention. The conversation offers listeners a comprehensive understanding of cholesterol science and the importance of separating legitimate scientific debate from unfounded skepticism in cardiovascular health.

(00:00) Intro

(05:09) Understanding Cholesterol and Its Importance

(07:07) Defining Cholesterol Denialism

(08:37) The Spectrum of Cholesterol Denialism

(10:27) Historical Context of Cholesterol Research

(13:10) Evolution of Cholesterol Understanding

(15:10) The Role of Skepticism in Science

(19:48) The Impact of Chronic Diseases on Cholesterol Research

(20:47) The Evolution of Cholesterol Understanding

(25:59) The Rise of Cholesterol Denialism

(30:25) The Intersection of Cholesterol and Vaccine Skepticism

(34:51) The Future of Cholesterol Management

(41:24) Dietary Recommendations and Cholesterol Myths

https://montrealgazette.com/author/christopher-labos-special-to-montreal-gazette

https://twitter.com/drlabos

https://bsky.app/profile/drlabos.bsky.social

https://www.skeptic.org.uk/2024/02/how-cholesterol-denialism-went-from-reasonable-skepticism-to-pseudoscience/

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