The Great Cholesterol Myth, Revised and Expanded

“A must-read for anyone interested in learning how deception and financial gain have dominated current diet and cholesterol treatment recommendations, with evidence-based advice on which foods and behavioral strategies can optimize your health.”–DAVID DIAMOND, PH.D., Professor, Departments of Psychology, Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology“Education is the key to health for both the patient and the health care provider. The updated ‘Cholesterol Myth’ is there for everyone’s education. It is a sign of maturity for all to admit when you do not know something and here’s a great introduction to your learning.”–GARY FETTKE, once sanctioned Australian orthopedic surgeon and real-food advocate“If you have any lingering fears about cholesterol and what it means for your health, read this book! When you’re done with it, pass it on to your physician!”–JENNIFER ISENHART, writer/director, Fat Fiction“If you want to know the truth about cholesterol, and what you absolutely must do to improve your heart health, this is the book for you. Jonny Bowden and Dr. Stephen Sinatra reveal the facts in a compelling and insightful way. This invaluable book belongs on the bookshelf of anyone who cares about the truth in medicine and healing.”–DANIEL AMEN, M.D., CEO, Amen Clinics, Inc., author of The Daniel Plan, Change Your Brain Change You“Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., and Stephen Sinatra, M.D., have brought the science of cholesterol into the 21st century. This book significantly moves the needle on our understanding of health and disease.”–SHAWN BAKER, M.D., author of The Carnivore Diet“Thanks to the extensive scientific evidence provided by Bowden and Sinatra, the truth about cholesterol will hopefully end the utter madness that has plagued our society for far too long. Don’t even think about taking another statin drug, cutting your fat and cholesterol intake, or other ‘heart-healthy’ measures until you read The Great Cholesterol Myth.”–JIMMY MOORE, host of Livin’ La Vida Low-Carb, and co-author of Keto Clarity, Cholesterol Clarity“The Great Cholesterol Myth shows that the primary cause of heart attacks is not cholesterol but insulin resistance. Timely and important–it will show you what steps to take to prevent and reverse heart disease.”–STEVEN MASLEY, M.D., FAHA, FACN, C.N.S., best-selling author of The 30-Day Heart Tune-Up“There’s a persistent myth in our current culture: cholesterol and saturated fat are the enemy, leading to heart disease and a short life. Jonny Bowden and Steven Sinatra break that antiquated paradigm with a hammer of balanced truth! Highly recommended!”–DR. WILL COLE, best-selling author of The Inflammation Spectrum and Ketotarian“This book reveals the true dietary villain when it comes to heart disease and it’s not saturated fat! Backed by scientific research from peer reviewed journals, this is an excellent read with potentially life-saving information.”–NINA TEICHOLZ, New York Times best-selling author of The Big Fat Surprise

Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS, (Woodland Hills, CA), also known as The Nutrition Myth Buster, is a nationally known, board-certified nutritionist and expert on diet and weight loss. He has appeared on television and has contributed to articles in the New York Times, Forbes, the Daily Beast, Huffington Post, Vanity Fair Online, Men’s Heath, Prevention, and dozens of other print and online publications. He is a popular speaker who presents at both academic and consumer events all over the world.

Stephen Sinatra, M.D., is a board-certified cardiologist, educator, and author who created the Manchester, CT-based Heart MD Institute as an educational platform focused on prevention and proactive lifestyle changes to live a healthier life. He is the author of Reverse Heart Disease Now, The Sinatra Solution, Lower Your Blood Pressure in Eight Weeks, and Heart Sense for Women. He has also contributed to several prestigious peer-reviewed medical journals, including the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), Heart Disease, CT Medicine, and the Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation.