Surprising Non-Dietary Factors That Can Raise Cholesterol Levels
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Written by Sharon Liao
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This article explores surprising and lesser-known causes of high cholesterol beyond the typical culprits of fatty foods and smoking. It covers how chronic stress triggers hormonal changes that raise LDL and lower HDL cholesterol, and how unfiltered coffee (French press, Turkish coffee, espresso) can increase cholesterol levels due to the absence of paper filters. The article is part of a slideshow-style listicle that examines various unexpected factors affecting cholesterol.
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· 5 pulledResearch shows that it raises your risk for high LDL ('bad') cholesterol and lowers levels of HDL ('good') cholesterol.
Stress hormones, such as cortisol and adrenaline, trigger changes that may lead to higher blood sugar and inflammation.
Over time, this may cause your liver to pump out more cholesterol and blood fats called triglycerides.
That French press, Turkish coffee, or espresso habit may brew up trouble for your cholesterol.
These coffees don't use a filter.
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