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Cholesterol Management Insights

Peter discusses the intricate relationship between carbohydrate intake and triglyceride levels, emphasizing that reducing carbohydrates can effectively lower triglycerides. While dietary changes can help, he notes that achieving very low apob levels typically requires pharmacological intervention, particularly statins. These medications work by inhibiting cholesterol synthesis, prompting the liver to increase LDL receptors and lower circulating LDL levels, with a generally benign side effect profile.