Scientists: season affects cholesterol levels

Scientists from the Johns Hopkins Ciccaron Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease found that blood cholesterol levels depend on the time of year. Their study showed that cholesterol levels are highest during the cold season. This relationship was discovered based on an analysis of data from 2.8 million people.

The study found that in winter, levels of “bad” cholesterol are 3.5% higher in men and 1.7% higher in women. During the summer, the difference is 2 milligrams per deciliter for men and 4 milligrams per deciliter for women.

Scientists attribute this dependence to an increase in consumption of more unhealthy foods in winter, as well as a decrease in physical activity, which can pose a threat to the body. In addition, in winter there is less “sunshine” vitamin D, which helps reduce the level of “bad” cholesterol. All of these factors result in people being more likely to experience hardening of their arteries and heart disease in the winter.

In order to reduce blood cholesterol levels, it is recommended to consume oat products, which are also a rich source of antioxidants. In addition, you need to monitor your diet and increase physical activity during the cold season. This will help reduce your risk of developing cardiovascular disease and improve your overall health.

Thus, a study by scientists from the Johns Hopkins Ciccarone Center showed that blood cholesterol levels depend on the time of year.