The Trip Lab
The Trip Lab
Dr. Mary Ella Wood
#19 – DEEP DIVE SERIES: Hyperlipidemia (Why Cholesterol and Statins Aren’t the Villains You Think They Are)
38 minutes Posted Dec 22, 2025 at 1:00 pm.
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In this Deep Dive episode of The Trip Lab, we unpack hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol) beyond the oversimplified “LDL bad, HDL good” narrative. We also take a clear-eyed look at the most common concerns people have about statins, what the evidence actually shows, and where these medications fit—and don’t fit—within a thoughtful, individualized approach to cardiovascular risk. From there, we explore integrative strategies for managing elevated cholesterol and why, for many patients, lifestyle,...