About this episode
When was cholesterol chosen to be the villain of good health? What is the history behind the campaign against cholesterol? Dr. Cate Shanahan , the author of "Deep Nutrition" and "Dark Calories", reviews the dark history of the misunderstanding related to this important nutrient. She discusses cholesterol's true (and important) role in hormone regulation and reducing oxidative stress. Cholesterol is so important, actually, that Cate suggests that we should celebrate when our cholesterol levels are high! Cate also answers the question: If cholesterol doesn't cause heart attacks, what does? Visit Cate's website: drcate.com Get on the Weston A. Price Foundation email list . Check out our sponsors: Maui Nui and Optimal Carnivore !