So much confusing and contradictory data it hard to reach any definite conclusions.Seems many top level research scientists cleary see a stromg connection between cholesterol and heart disease while others like Dr Mann (who did research with the Masai)say there is no connection.For now I will have to stand in the middle in favor of a balanced diet until the matter is settled.I have tried both low fat vegan and high fat diets and neither worked for me.