#389 The Great Cholesterol Myth; Why Good & Bad Cholesterol Don't Matter with Jonny Bowden.

#389 The Great Cholesterol Myth; Why Good & Bad Cholesterol Don't Matter with Jonny Bowden.

Author: Chemaine Linnie August 7, 2025 Duration: 51:29
The old idea of “good” and “bad” cholesterol is outdated. And I know many of you are trying your best to understand what it all really means! In this powerful conversation with Dr. Jonny Bowden, we explore what truly matters for heart health and cholesterol. While our perspectives differ on certain points, this conversation offers valuable insights worth considering. I do hope you find it helpful. What you will learn in this conversation; ✅ Why "Good" and "Bad" cholesterol labels are misleading ✅ The cholesterol tests you should actually ask for ✅ Why triglycerides and inflammation are key indicators for heart disease risk ✅ How insulin resistance is the real underlying cause of most cardiovascular disease ✅ The truth about statins – when they help and when they don’t And lots more. If you’ve ever worried about cholesterol, heart disease, or whether you should take a statin, I think this interview will change the way you think about your cholesterol and heart health. Jonny Bowden, PhD, a renowned expert in nutrition and functional medicine. He is Co-Author of the best selling book The Great Cholesterol Myth and has appeared on many TV and media platforms spreading the word on living healthier, better and longer. Find out more about Jonny here; The Great Cholesterol Myth BOOK - https://a.co/d/cG459Vk Web - https://www.jonnybowden.com/ Instagram - https://instagram.com/jonnybowden/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Dr.JonnyBowden/ 👉 If you found this helpful, please like, share, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss future conversations from me and other experts who want to help you feel your best. Chemaine xo

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