What Is VLDL Cholesterol?
VLDL cholesterol is the larger, fattier precursor to low-density lipoprotein (LDL). Your liver produces VLDL to transport triglycerides around the body.
As VLDL delivers its cargo, it gradually shrinks and becomes LDL cholesterol.
Why Very Low Density Lipoprotein Matters for Health
Chronic inflammation increases VLDL production. As a result, higher VLDL levels lead to more LDL downstream.
Reducing inflammatory triggers therefore helps limit excess LDL formation.
Sourdough, Inflammation, and VLDL
Slow sourdough fermentation reduces inflammatory dietary stressors. This process supports healthier lipid signalling over time.
At The Sourdough School, this principle informs how we teach fermentation, fibre diversity, and metabolic balance. Proven™ bread applies this approach through daily, long-fermented intake rather than short-term restriction.
HMG-CoA Reductase and Cholesterol Regulation
