7/10/2025
24:48
E116 | The Cholesterol Conspiracy
Cholesterol has been vilified for decades, but what if this vital molecule isn't the cardiovascular villain we've been led to believe it is?
In today's solocast, Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, Lindsey Van Schoyck challenges conventional wisdom around cholesterol management and explains why a more nuanced approach is essential, especially for women.
Here's what you'll learn:
How cholesterol serves as the fundamental building block for all your steroid hormones, including estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone
Why cholesterol management is particularly crucial for women experiencing hormonal changes
Where the bulk of your cholesterol actually comes from
Why the mainstream medical model of prescribing statins based solely on LDL numbers overlooks important factors when it comes to cholesterol management
Ready to shift from fear to a functional understanding of cholesterol? Share this episode with someone who's been told their cholesterol is "bad" or who's taking statins without understanding why. Your heart and your hormones will thank you.
