LDL Cholesterol: How It Became the “Boogeyman”

Dr. Martin explains where the fear of LDL really started, in 42 seconds.

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In the ’70s and ’80s, one cholesterol was named the boogeyman: LDL. Dr. Martin says it was singled out because a drug had been found to lower it.

From there, “cholesterol bad” became the mantra. Cardiologists, family doctors and dietitians were all trained in it, until it became, in his words, a religion.

Before a number scares you, ask how it earned its reputation.

“You got a drug that lowers it, let’s push it on everyone.” Dr. Martin, Martin Clinic

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