Genetics, not weight, drives high cholesterol risk

High LDL cholesterol, often labelled as 'bad' cholesterol, is primarily driven by genetics rather than weight, according to Professor Naveed Sattar from the University of Glasgow. While diet plays a role, particularly saturated fat intake, individuals of all sizes can be at risk of elevated cholesterol levels. This challenges the common belief that only overweight people are affected.

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