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Durable @live_durable
Joined December 2025
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Before you take red yeast rice — watch this. ⚠️ It's one of the most researched natural options for cholesterol. But there's a contamination risk most people don't know about. Learn more: bit.ly/4wQ5MYD
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Most labels look similar — the details tell a very different story. What separates effective from ineffective? A multi-pathway design. Liver. Gut. Hormones. Inflammation. Missing any one of them limits your results. Learn more: bit.ly/4wQ5MYD
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Most people have never heard of AMPK. But this one enzyme controls how your cells manage cholesterol — and it quietly declines as you age. Bergamot is one of the only natural compounds shown to activate it. Learn more: bit.ly/4wQ5MYD
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Lowering cholesterol takes more than one fix. Diet, movement, hormone balance, and the right supplements all play a role — and addressing every risk factor is what actually creates lasting heart health. A multi-pathway approach is the smarter way to move the needle. Learn more → bit.ly/4eNNYqA
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When did you last have your fasting insulin tested? Most people never have—and it's one of the most overlooked drivers of high cholesterol. Two markers catch insulin resistance early: ↳ Triglyceride-to-HDL ratio — from labs you probably already have. Over 2.5 is a warning sign. ↳ HOMA score — fasting glucose plus fasting insulin. The most accurate early indicator available. Ask for both at your next appointment. Save this before your next blood draw!
Here is an alternative text description for the image: "Infographic titled 'The HOMA Score' by Durable, explaining insulin resistance detection. It features a formula with 'Fasting insulin (μIU/mL) × Fasting glucose (mg/dL)' divided by a constant of 405. A color-coded scale shows score meanings: ≤1 is Optimal, 1-2 is Normal range, 2-2.9 indicates Early insulin resistance, and 2.9 suggests Insulin resistance. It advises lifestyle changes for higher scores."

ALT Here is an alternative text description for the image: "Infographic titled 'The HOMA Score' by Durable, explaining insulin resistance detection. It features a formula with 'Fasting insulin (μIU/mL) × Fasting glucose (mg/dL)' divided by a constant of 405. A color-coded scale shows score meanings: ≤1 is Optimal, 1-2 is Normal range, 2-2.9 indicates Early insulin resistance, and 2.9 suggests Insulin resistance. It advises lifestyle changes for higher scores."

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Low carb diets can drive cholesterol up — not down. High-fat, low-carb diets may improve insulin sensitivity short term, but population studies show they can significantly raise cardiovascular disease risk over time. The long-term data on keto and heart health is worth knowing before you commit. Learn more → bit.ly/4eNNYqA
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The Right Carbs Can Lower Your Cholesterol Whole grains and unprocessed carbohydrates are found in every diet proven to support heart health. Swapping refined carbs and sugar for whole foods could be the shift your cholesterol numbers need. Learn more → bit.ly/4eNNYqA
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The Diet That Actually Lowers Cholesterol Not the trendy one. Not the influencer version. Not the “just cut carbs” version. The one consistently validated in research and real patient outcomes 🧵↓
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5/ One controversial point: Many people see LDL drop when they reduce eggs. Not everyone responds the same way… …but some people are highly sensitive to dietary cholesterol and never realize it. Clinical experience shows this all the time.
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6/ The diets that consistently lower cholesterol aren’t based on restriction alone. They’re built around foods that actively remove cholesterol from the body. That’s the mechanism most people never hear about. Learn more: bit.ly/4eNNYqA
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Most cholesterol supplements are underdosed and under-delivered. Low-quality ingredients and cost-cutting on dosage mean most products never reach the threshold needed to make a real difference. Knowing what to look for could change your numbers. Learn more: bit.ly/4eNNYqA
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Can Eating Oats Lower Cholesterol by 15%? Beta-glucan fiber binds cholesterol in the gut and carries it out of the body. Your breakfast could be quietly moving your numbers in the right direction. Learn more → bit.ly/4eNNYqA
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What does your morning routine have to do with your cholesterol? More than most people realize. Your circadian rhythm—the internal clock governing your hormones, digestion and organ function—directly affects how your body regulates and clears cholesterol. ↳ Morning: step outside within 30–60 minutes of waking—even for 5 minutes. No sunglasses. Walk to the mailbox, drink your coffee outside, take the dog out. Cloudy days still work. This one signal sets your hormone cycle for the entire day. ↳ Evening: switch your phone to night mode after 8pm, dim your overhead lights and swap one screen for a book or conversation in the last hour before bed. Blue light suppresses melatonin by up to 90%—poor melatonin means poor sleep, disrupted hormones and worse cholesterol clearance the next day. Two practices. Takes less than 10 minutes combined. The rest of your cholesterol plan works better when your sleep does.
A person stretches in bed beside another in a blue shirt. The text reads: "The Morning Habit That Supports Healthy Cholesterol. It takes less than 10 minutes and costs nothing." The durable® logo is in the corner. Illustrations of red blood cells and small particles are at the bottom.

ALT A person stretches in bed beside another in a blue shirt. The text reads: "The Morning Habit That Supports Healthy Cholesterol. It takes less than 10 minutes and costs nothing." The durable® logo is in the corner. Illustrations of red blood cells and small particles are at the bottom.
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Are you treating your cholesterol like a single problem? It isn't. It's the output of an entire biological system—and that's exactly why one change rarely moves the needle for long. The full guide covers every pathway that influences cholesterol and what the clinical evidence actually shows for each one. Diet · Exercise · Sleep · Stress · Hormones · Supplements · Statins Full clinical guide here → bit.ly/4eNNYqA
The image is an advertisement for a guide titled "How to Lower Cholesterol Naturally" by Durable. It features a person with crossed arms and a stethoscope, standing next to text mentioning the benefits of 20 years of clinical practice. An illustration of a blood vessel is also visible. A button reads "Read Guide."

ALT The image is an advertisement for a guide titled "How to Lower Cholesterol Naturally" by Durable. It features a person with crossed arms and a stethoscope, standing next to text mentioning the benefits of 20 years of clinical practice. An illustration of a blood vessel is also visible. A button reads "Read Guide."

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Exercise doesn’t just help with weight loss. It changes cholesterol through multiple powerful mechanisms happening at the same time. And some of the biggest benefits happen even without major weight changes. It improves: • insulin sensitivity • inflammation • triglycerides • blood flow And it changes LDL particles from small dense → to larger, lower-risk particles. Exercise is also one of the only reliable ways to raise HDL and improve how HDL removes cholesterol from artery walls. The standard target: • 150 minutes/week aerobic exercise • 2 strength training sessions The body is designed to move. People who build the habit early tend to thrive into their 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond. How much are you currently exercising? A) 5 days/week B) 2–4 days/week C) Occasionally D) Barely at all
A person with a stethoscope stands confidently beside the text "Can Exercise Reverse Cholesterol Damage? Dr. Passero Explains." The image includes a close-up of an artery with cholesterol build-up, and the "durable" logo is visible in the top left corner.

ALT A person with a stethoscope stands confidently beside the text "Can Exercise Reverse Cholesterol Damage? Dr. Passero Explains." The image includes a close-up of an artery with cholesterol build-up, and the "durable" logo is visible in the top left corner.

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Most people focus on LDL. But this ratio can tell you more about your risk: Triglycerides ÷ HDL It reflects your metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, and how your body is actually handling fats. Simple number. Deeper insight. Follow for more insights ❤️
This image explains the TG/HDL ratio as a heart health indicator, comparing it to LDL. It includes a chart showing risk levels: green for ideal (<2), yellow for moderate risk (2-4), and red for higher risk (>4). Text emphasizes the importance of this ratio for understanding heart health.

ALT This image explains the TG/HDL ratio as a heart health indicator, comparing it to LDL. It includes a chart showing risk levels: green for ideal (<2), yellow for moderate risk (2-4), and red for higher risk (>4). Text emphasizes the importance of this ratio for understanding heart health.
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