Tag: Genetics and cholesterol

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 38% of US adults have high LDL cholesterol, but what if your 'good' HDL is low despite a healthy diet? The truth is that while food is a major factor, a seemingly paradoxical situation where your HDL is low when you eat healthy is often rooted in other critical, and sometimes overlooked, aspects of your health and lifestyle.

According to the CDC, roughly one in every 250 people has a genetic disorder called familial hypercholesterolemia, which can cause high cholesterol regardless of diet. If you've been asking yourself, "Why is my cholesterol high but I'm eating healthy?", it's time to look beyond your plate and understand the other powerful forces at play.