A common misconception is that because ketogenic diets are high in fat, they must increase cholesterol in your body and clog your arteries. However, much of the recent research shines light on how low-carb diets can optimize your cholesterol levels and in fact improve your heart health. read more
However, if you still have high levels of inflammation after following the keto diet, then you may have to address other important variables like your stress levels, sleep quality, and food allergies/sensitivities before your cholesterol levels can rest at healthier levels. read more
Whether extremely high LDL cholesterol and elevated LDL particles increase heart disease risk in people who follow a keto lifestyle isn't known. Dave Feldman isn't entirely convinced that it's a completely benign phenomenon, although his ongoing research suggests that it may be. read more