India, Aug. 18 -- When it comes to cholesterol, misinformation spreads faster than facts. Many people think cutting out all fats is the solution, or that cholesterol is only a problem if you're overweight. In reality, these myths can be dangerous, leading to poor lifestyle choices and untreated health risks. Dmitry Yaranov, cardiologist, shares in his August 17 Instagram post 8 common cholesterol myths and explains what you really need to know. (Also read: Cardiologist explains how a simple blood test can predict heart attack risk years in advance: 'Before symptoms appear.' )

Lp(a) can be dangerously high even in healthy, young people. Everyone should get tested at least once.

They share a similar shell, but Lp(a) carries extra proteins...