Bradley Bale, MD and Amy Doneen ARNP answered my questions on cholesterol concerns for women. They specialize in the prevention of heart attacks and ischemic strokes. You can read more about them at Bale Doneen Method.
How often should women have their cholesterol checked?
Women should have their cholesterol checked at least by the time of puberty. If it is fine, it should be rechecked at least every five years until age 25. After age 25, annual lipid testing should be standard. Women should have cholesterol evaluated pre and post each pregnancy, as hormone levels can cause significant variations in lipid profiles. …read more

Could you tell me a little about your background?
Dr. Peter McCullough:
My name is Dr. Peter McCullough and I’m the Chief of Preventive Medicine at Michigan’s William Beaumont Hospital. My primary practice and research aims are to promote innovative approaches in the prevention of common illnesses including heart disease and stroke.
First, what exactly is an ischemic stroke, and how common is it?
Dr. Peter McCullough:
Ischemic stroke is a stroke that occurs as a result of an obstruction within a blood vessel that supplies blood to the brain. Atherosclerosis is the underlying condition for this type of obstruction which is defined …read more