LDL cholesterol isn't just one thing — it's made up of different types of particles, some more dangerous than others. When 'good' cholesterol is very low, a different particle called Lp(a) might be the real culprit behind heart risk, not the usual cholesterol number doctors check.

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Is Targeting LDL-C Levels Below 70 mg/dL Beneficial for Cardiovascular and Overall Health? A Critical Examination of the Evidence

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2025 May 20

The study questions whether very low LDL cholesterol is always better, pointing out that not all cholesterol is equally harmful and that other blood fats might matter more for heart disease risk.

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Is Targeting LDL-C Levels Below 70 mg/dL Beneficial for Cardiovascular and Overall Health? A Critical Examination of the Evidence

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DOI: 10.3390/jcm14103569

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