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The secret life of HDL
A complex protector
For decades we’ve recognized high-density lipoprotein (HDL) as a protector of the cardiovascular system. There’s truth to that concept, but it’s too simplistic.
Misunderstood
In the last 20 years a growing body of research in top-tier journals has exposed a hidden truth to HDL particles – HDL dysfunction.
Needs recovery
Below is the story of HDL: how it functions, when it doesn’t, and how you can help your patients recover HDL function.
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Mark Houston, MD High HDL-C is not protective
Dr. Houston presents a revolutionary approach to managing dyslipidemia. In this talk he shares new approaches to manage the dyslipidemia epidemic.
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Mark Houston, MD: high HDL-C is not protective
The diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of dyslipidemia have been misdirected for the past 30-40 years. Dr. Houston presents an evolutionary approach to managing dyslipidemia and dyslipidemia-induced vascular disease by challenging the use of LDL and triglycerides as markers of disease. In this talk he shares new approaches to manage the dyslipidemia epidemic.
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HDL-cholesterol myths
We’ve been told HDL cholesterol protects against cardiovascular disease, but is that always true?
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Chapter 2
Who develops HDL dysfunction?
Learn the specific conditions that contribute to HDL dysfunction.
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Labs to identify HDL risk
Learn which lab tests can help you better understand HDL and cardiovascular risk.
HDL-C testing
HDL-P testing
HDL mapping
HDL-size and density
Surrogate markers
Treating HDL dysfunction
Research has shown that eating a Mediterranean diet helps reverse HDL dysfunction.
- Diet
- Lifestyle
- Nutrition supplement