Tag: cVD risk

AIP and Cardiovascular and Atherosclerotic Risk: A Simple TG/HDL Number That Tracks Artery Health

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

Audio updated on April 1, 2026, for Apple device compatibility. Today, we’ll explain what the Atherogenic Index of Plasma (AIP) means for heart and artery health, and how to use the TG/HDL calculator in this article to track your progress. 🎧 ▶️ Press the play button below to listen in English. 🇨🇳 中文（简体） 🇪🇸 Spanish…

Small Dense LDL: What It Means And How To Improve It

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

Audio updated on April 1, 2026, for Apple device compatibility. This article has been edited for brevity and readability. Small dense LDL is a hidden cholesterol pattern that raises heart disease risk even when standard cholesterol tests look normal, and understanding it can change how you protect your heart. 🎧 ▶️ Press the play button…