One example of that is reduced thyroid function. When thyroid function is lower than optimal, Total and LDL cholesterol can go up (12, 13).
Another thing to consider is weight loss… in some individuals, losing weight can temporarily increase LDL cholesterol.
If your levels go up at a time when you are losing weight rapidly, you may want to wait for a few months and then measure them again when your weight stabilizes.
It’s also important to rule out a genetic condition like Familial Hypercholesterolemia, which afflicts about 1 in 500 people and is characterized by very high cholesterol levels and a high risk of heart disease.
Of course, there are many subtle genetic differences between us that can determine our responses to different diets, such as different versions of a gene called ApoE (14).
Now that all of that is out of the way, let’s take a look at some actionable steps that you can take to bring those cholesterol levels down.
Bottom Line: Make sure to rule out any medical or genetic condition that may be causing you to have high cholesterol.
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