Dietary Fat and Cardiovascular Disease Concerns
One particular concern that the medical community has about LC/ketogenic diets is the potential impact this might have on CV risk. Dr Laureen Lawlor-Smith gave a presentation at a previous Low Carb Down Under (LCDU) conference titled 'Cholesterol and the Low Carbohydrate/Ketogenic Lifestyle'. During the presentation, Laureen makes two important points
Laureen explains the mechanisms by which LCWF changes have a positive impact on cholesterol profile to reduce cardiovascular risk.
Laureen discusses a large study (The Women’s Health Initiative), putting cholesterol in perspective vs other risk factors for CVD. The study outcome highlights the importance of the role of carbohydrates in increasing cardiovascular risk vs cholesterol.
