Cholesterol Is a Symptom — Not the Enemy

Sep 5 (edited) • Give Advice

We’ve been told for decades that cholesterol is the villain behind heart disease.

But here’s the truth - cholesterol is actually your friend.

It’s your body’s emergency worker, rushing in to patch up damage caused by deeper problems.

Think of cholesterol like the firemen at the scene of a fire. They didn’t start the blaze — they're there to save the house.

If cholesterol is the fireman, then a statin drug would be like…

Handcuffing the fireman so he can’t fully do the job.

Yes, the “fire” might look less dramatic (your cholesterol numbers drop), but the underlying blaze of inflammation, insulin resistance, or vessel damage is still burning.

You’ve just limited the very worker your body sent in to repair the scene.

So instead of focusing on “removing firemen,” the real solution is -

Put out the fire (reduce inflammation, balance blood sugar, heal the arteries).
Support the repair crew (cholesterol, antioxidants, nutrients like CoQ10).
See your SWERPSS Solution below

That’s why statins can sometimes backfire: they suppress the symptom (the fireman), while leaving the real cause of the blaze untouched.

Cholesterol is a Symptom, Not the Cause

Cholesterol goes up when your body is dealing with inflammation, blood sugar spikes, stress, or damaged arteries.

Instead of asking “How do we kill cholesterol?” the real question is -
“Why is my body producing more cholesterol in the first place and what can I do to reduce and eventually eliminate that symptom?”

SWERPSS - Your 7 Daily Levers to Keep Cholesterol in Check

S — Sunshine

Morning light resets your clock and improves insulin sensitivity.

Poor insulin control is one of the biggest hidden drivers of high cholesterol.

FitnHealthy Forever Action: 5–10 minutes of morning sunlight daily.

W — Water

Dehydration thickens your blood, forcing your liver to pump out more cholesterol for repair.

FitnHealthy Forever Action: 2–4 liters daily, add minerals (greens, nuts, seeds).

E — Exercise

Movement lowers triglycerides, raises protective HDL, and helps cholesterol particles stay small, light, and less damaging.

FitnHealthy ForeverAction: Zone-2 cardio + strength training + short walks after meals.

R — Rest (Sleep)

Sleep loss raises cortisol, blood sugar, and LDL while lowering HDL — the perfect storm for cholesterol problems.

FitnHealthy ForeverAction: 7–9 hours of quality sleep nightly.

P — Protein First (Real Food)

Too much sugar and refined carbs = liver makes extra cholesterol.

Prioritize protein, choline (eggs), and healthy fats (fish, nuts, healthy oils).

FitnHealthy ForeverAction: 40–60 g protein at breakfast; avoid processed oils/sugars.

S — Self-Development (Stress Skills)

Chronic stress tells your liver: make more cholesterol. It also stiffens arteries.

FitnHealthy ForeverAction: Practice daily nervous system resets — breathing, journaling, meditation.

S — Supplements (as support)

Consult with a Qualified Health professional to find out what's right for YOUR body, not someone else's.

The Big FitnHealthy Forever Picture

It’s not just about cholesterol numbers. It’s about particle quality and artery health.
Statins may shrink your cholesterol number, but lifestyle is what fixes the cause.
With the right habits, you can often prevent, improve, or even eliminate cholesterol problems — naturally.

✅ Cholesterol Is a Symptom — Not the Enemy.

Pick ONE SWERPSS habit from today’s list and commit to practicing it for the next 7 days.

Which one will it be?

Share it below — let’s get practical together.

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