Today is part 1 of a 2 part series on lowering LDL cholesterol. In this episode we are going to cover what LDL cholesterol is and how it might contribute to the development of heart disease. In the next episode we are going to discuss nutrition and lifestyle strategies for lowering LDL. 

In this episode we cover:

• What cholesterol is and how it functions in our body
• Why cholesterol has been thought to cause heart disease
• The truth about cholesterol and heart disease 
• The right cholesterol test to measure to identify risk 
• How cholesterol fits with other risk factors as well to contribute to the development of heart disease 

Tune in to the episode to learn more.

I discussed measuring APO on the show and this a place where you can purchase the lab test online if you are not able to order it through your doctor.
APO B Test Online 

Sources and Additional Reading
Apo B as a Rik Factor for Cardiovascular Disease
A Review of How Lipoproteins Contribute to Cardiovascular Disease

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