Cholesterol: Believing this is Hurting your Health

Dispelling Health Myths: What you Need to Stop Believing

I am doing a series on health myths. These are questions that I get asked often or health myths that people are following and by doing so are actually hurting their health.

MYTH: “Having Low cholesterol is good for me”

Why This Thinking is Harmful: Many people strive for and pride themselves on their low total cholesterol numbers. Research shows that low TC below 160 is associated with depression, suicidal ideation, anger, irritability, cognitive issues and outbursts. A healthier range is between 180-210 depending on your age. (older people, studies, show benefit …read more