Cholesterol Facts and Myths

For decades, cholesterol risks, numbers, and information have been confusing, misguided, or even downright wrong. We all have cholesterol. A cholesterol measurement is one of the most common laboratory tests ordered, but does it give you a real picture of your heart health and risk? Learn some myths and facts to help!

• Myth: The majority of cholesterol in the bloodstream originates from the diet.
• Fact: Cholesterol is required for the body to synthesize Vitamin D.
• Myth: Cholesterol dissolves in the blood making it thick.
• Fact: Cholesterol numbers are primarily altered by weight loss, diet, and exercise.