The Claim
In previously healthy adults, elevated levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and non-high-density lipoprotein (non-HDL) cholesterol are associated with increased carotid intima-media thickness and a higher prevalence of carotid plaque, suggesting a relationship between these lipid markers and early atherosclerotic changes in the arterial wall.
What the research says
Supports is higher
Support is ahead, but a single strong opposing study can change this.
These are independent scores, not a percentage. Higher-grade studies count more, so a single strong opposing study can outweigh several weaker ones.
If healthy adults have higher 'bad' cholesterol levels, they’re more likely to show early signs of artery hardening, like thicker artery walls or plaque buildup in the neck arteries.
See the scientific wording
In previously healthy adults, higher levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and non-high-density lipoprotein (non-HDL) cholesterol are associated with increased carotid intima-media thickness and a greater likelihood of carotid plaque presence, indicating a link between these lipid markers and early atherosclerotic changes in the arteries.
What the research says
1 studyThe study looked at cholesterol levels and artery health in healthy adults and found that higher 'bad' cholesterol (LDL and non-HDL) is linked to early signs of artery damage, which supports the claim.
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