Cholesterol Explained offers clear, compassionate, and science-based guidance to help readers understand cholesterol, interpret test results, and navigate treatment options - from medications to lifestyle changes - in a simple yet accurate way. Written by two leading Australian cardiologists, it dispels myths, clarifies controversies, and presents evidence in a practical, accessible style to support confident, personalised decision-making. Whether newly diagnosed, managing long-term risk, or seeking a deeper understanding of heart health, this grounded resource emphasizes precision, evidence-aligned care for every individual.
Reviewed on 14th Jul 2026
Congratulations to you and Karam, it's an enormous undertaking and a substantial achievement!
I've just finished reading it. Congratulations to you and Karam, it's an enormous undertaking and a substantial achievement!
I found it exceptionally comprehensive for a public-facing book. I really enjoyed how it brought current clinical practice and the underlying science to life — accessible without being dumbed down, and still firmly grounded in what matters: prevention, imaging, individualised care, and honest conversations with patients. The breadth of the material is particularly impressive, as is the way the book moves from basic lipid biology through risk assessment, treatment, lifestyle, genetics and the more contentious areas without losing the general reader.
Again, congratulations on a very significant contribution.
Warm regards,
Evan