Understanding Cholesterol & Low Carb Diet

What should you do if your cholesterol is high despite being on a low carb diet? In this video, I help you understand the basics of cholesterol and why your total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels might not drop as you expect, even if your weight is coming down.

You'll learn:

- Why you need cholesterol
-How your fat cells release cholesterol as they shrink
-Why your high total cholesterol level or LDL cholesterol level might not be a reason to panic
-How to dig deeper and see if your cholesterol profile is really good or bad

You'll also learn 6 things you should do if your cholesterol level is not going down on a low carb diet.

Dave Feldman's Cruise Ship Analogy: https://youtu.be/jZu52duIqno
Image credit: AJCI https://www.flickr.com/photos/ajc1/5891020466

****************
Work with Dr. Becky:

Get started with Dr. Becky for free: Learn her 4 Daily Habits (0,1,2,3 Strategy) for Weight Loss: https://www.drbeckyfitness.com/dr-beckys-0123-strategy/

Are you up for the challenge? Take our 21-Day LOW-CARB or KETO Challenge: https://www.drbeckyfitness.com/get-started-2/

Reach your goal by joining Dr. Becky's Freedom Weight Loss Coaching Program: https://www.drbeckyfitness.com/weight-loss-coaching-program-fhp-2/

For Products Shown in Videos: http://www.amazon.com/shop/beckygillaspy (affiliate/paid link)

Like Dr. Becky Fitness on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DrBeckyFitness
Join Dr. Becky on Instagram: @drbeckyfitness
Join Dr. Becky on Twitter @DrBeckyFitness
Visit Dr. Becky's 2nd YouTube Channel: 2 Fit Docs https://www.youtube.com/2fitdocs

More Videos by Dr. Becky:
3 Ways to do Intermittent Fasting: http://bit.ly/2p8bchh
What Can You Eat on a Low Carb Diet? (Full Food List) https://youtu.be/OHEHjGJgSnw
5 Low-Carb, High-Fat Foods to Eat Every day: https://youtu.be/ntJa3FSzZ08
How to Make Weight Loss Easier after Menopause: https://youtu.be/Dvuh3M5dhAs

Links to the studies mentioned in my videos can be found on my blog by typing the video name into the search: https://drbeckyfitness.com/dr-becky-fitness-blog-archive/

************
Disclaimer: Dr. Becky Gillaspy, DC received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1991. Her use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to herself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Gillaspy was a licensed chiropractor in Pennsylvania, but she no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Gillaspy and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Dr Becky Fitness LLC and Dr. Rebecca Gillaspy, D.C. are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this video or site.