Cholesterol and Keto Simplified

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A paper published in 2022 shows low-carb dieting to be beneficial for 12 of 13 cardiovascular risk factors. The one outlier is LDL cholesterol, which can increase on a low-carb or keto diet. Why does that happen, and is it a deal breaker when it comes to following a keto diet? This video will address those questions and build your understanding of cholesterol.

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