Cholesterol: The Great Bluff
Cholesterol: The Great Bluff

Cholesterol: The Great Bluff

2016Movie83 minFrench

The link between heart disease and blood cholesterol is a medical dogma that has existed for the past fifty years and has led to the development of a billion-dollar, low-fat, food industry, as well as to statins, a drug that lower “bad cholesterol” levels, so it has became one of the most prescribed medicines in the world. But more and more researchers are openly questioning the mainstream opinions on cholesterol…

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Gary NullGenres: Documentary, Health

Plot Summary

This documentary challenges the widely held belief that dietary cholesterol and saturated fat are the primary causes of heart disease. It features interviews with medical professionals and researchers who present alternative viewpoints, suggesting that inflammation, sugar, and other factors may play a more significant role. The film encourages viewers to question conventional dietary advice and explore a different understanding of cardiovascular health.

Critical Reception

The documentary received mixed to negative reviews from critics and the medical community, who often criticized its methodology and the scientific validity of its claims. However, it has garnered a following among audiences interested in alternative health perspectives and those skeptical of mainstream nutritional guidelines.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised by proponents for challenging established health dogma.
  • Criticized by many for presenting controversial theories without sufficient rigorous scientific backing.
  • Seen by some as an eye-opening perspective on diet and heart health.

Google audience: Audience reviews are varied, with some viewers finding the documentary informative and thought-provoking, praising its alternative approach to health. Others express skepticism, questioning the scientific evidence presented and suggesting it promotes unsubstantiated health advice.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Gary Null, is a prolific author and advocate for holistic health, known for his often unconventional views on nutrition and medicine.

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