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Women can see their cholesterol rise during menopause even when nothing about their diet or lifestyle has changed. ✨Comment SUBSTACK to read the full article. Research shows that total cholesterol, LDL, and triglycerides can increase across the menopause transition, with some of the sharpest changes clustering near the final menstrual period. A “normal” estradiol result does not rule out the hormonal shifts of perimenopause, especially when levels can fluctuate throughout the cycle. Hormone therapy can affect lipids, but it is not a cholesterol medication or a substitute for a statin when one is indicated. Your full cardiometabolic picture, including LDL, triglycerides, insulin resistance, and Lp(a), matters. Women deserve to know when their cardiovascular risk is changing and why. #menopause #perimenopause #cholesterol #womenshealth #hearthealth