Can the Way You Brew Your Coffee Affect Your Cholesterol Levels? on Coffee and Heart Health

E3340 - Can the Way You Brew Your Coffee Affect Your Cholesterol Levels? on Coffee and Heart Health

Published: March 27, 2026

Duration: 10:30

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Episode 3340

Dr. Neal Malik breaks down how coffee preparation methods can influence cholesterol levels, explaining why unfiltered coffee may raise LDL while filtered options are a smarter choice. He also shares practical, research-backed lifestyle changes, from diet to exercise, that can help improve cholesterol and overall cardiovascular health.

Quotes to ponder:

“Cafestol seems to increase LDL cholesterol in the blood.”

“If we just boil coffee, like s...