mechanistic
Analysis v1
Strong Support
A toxic form of LDL with a strong negative charge damages the inner lining of arteries by triggering cell death and attracting inflammatory cells, making plaque more unstable.
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This study says a special type of bad cholesterol (L5/LDL(-)) sticks to artery walls and hurts the cells inside, making heart disease worse—exactly what the claim says.
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