42: Understanding Cholesterol and Diabetes

Type 2 Diabetes Talk

In this episode we dive deep into the world of cholesterol—a topic often misunderstood and surrounded by myths and outdated misconceptions.
We'll break down what cholesterol really is, its vital role in your body, and why the traditional labels of "good" and "bad" cholesterol don’t tell the whole story. Forget the myths and misconceptions—this is your chance to understand what cholesterol really does in your body and why it matters for your health.

Whether you've been told to fear cholesterol or you've heard it's no big deal, this episode will give you the clarity you need. We’ll dive into the science, debunk the hype, and empower you with actionable insights to take control of your cholesterol and diabetes management.

CHAPTERS
1:00 Setting the stage to understand cholesterol and diabetes

5:30 What is cholesterol?

9:23 Why would LDL be labeled as “bad” cholesterol

11:27 LDL, HDL and triglycerides

15:31 Why is high cholesterol so common among people with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes?

16:47 Myth #1: Dietary Cholesterol Directly Increases Blood Cholesterol

17:59 Myth #2: Cholesterol In The Diet Is A Concern

19:10 Myth #3: All LDL Cholesterol is "Bad"

20:09 Myth #4: Eating Fat Raises Cholesterol Levels

22:59 Myth #5: Low-Fat Diets Are the Best for Lowering Cholesterol

24:42 The importance of cholesterol

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Chapters

1. 42: Understanding Cholesterol and Diabetes (00:00:00)

2. Setting the stage to understand cholesterol and diabetes (00:01:00)

3. What is cholesterol? (00:05:30)

4. Why would LDL be labeled as “bad” cholesterol (00:09:23)

5. LDL, HDL and triglycerides (00:11:27)

6. Why is high cholesterol so common among people with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes? (00:15:31)

7. Myth #1: Dietary Cholesterol Directly Increases Blood Cholesterol (00:16:47)

8. Myth #2: Cholesterol In The Diet Is A Concern (00:17:59)

9. Myth #3: All LDL Cholesterol is "Bad" (00:19:10)

10. Myth #4: Eating Fat Raises Cholesterol Levels (00:20:09)

11. Myth #5: Low-Fat Diets Are the Best for Lowering Cholesterol (00:22:59)

12. The importance of cholesterol (00:24:42)