Eight harmful cholesterol myths that could be endangering your heart health are shared by a cardiologist: "Risk begins early."

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False information spreads more quickly than accurate information when it comes to cholesterol. A lot of people believe that eliminating all fats is the answer or that cholesterol is only an issue for overweight people. These myths can actually be harmful, resulting in unhealthy lifestyle choices and untreated health risks. In his August 17 Instagram post, cardiologist Dmitry Yaranov dispels eight common cholesterol myths and outlines the important information.


1. Testing is only necessary for high-risk individuals.

Even in young, healthy individuals, Lp(a) can be dangerously elevated. Everybody ought to get tested at least once.

2. LDL cholesterol is all that Lp(a) is.

Although their shells are similar, Lp(a) is much more atherogenic due to the additional proteins it carries.

3. Exercise and diet can reduce it.

Nearly all of Lp(a) is genetic. Although lifestyle has little effect on these levels, it does improve overall heart health.

4. Every test is identical.

Numbers aren't always comparable because different labs use different units and methodologies. Context is important.

5. It isn't a known risk factor.

Aortic valve disease and plaque accumulation are directly caused by elevated Lp(a).

6. Levels fluctuate frequently

After childhood, they remain stable. It remains high if it is high once.

7. There is nothing you can do.

Although there are currently few options, there are potent new medications in late-stage trials. Keep yourself informed.

8. Only important in later life

Since high Lp(a) can hasten heart disease decades before symptoms manifest, risk begins early.

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