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Cholesterol Does Not Cause Heart Disease

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola Fact Checked

cholesterol myth what really causes heart disease

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  • A 2018 scientific review presents substantial evidence that high LDL and total cholesterol are not an indication of heart disease risk, and that statin treatment is of doubtful benefit as a form of primary prevention for this reason

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