October 2016 PMID 27472409

The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis: a triumph of simplicity.

Jan Borén, Kevin Jon Williams

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The discussions reflect strong agreement and deep interest, with references to experimental evidence, critiques of traditional views, and emphasis on ApoB's causal role, which collectively indicate that this publication significantly influences understanding and debate about atherosclerosis mechanisms.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions agree with the article's assertion that ApoB-rich lipoprotein retention causes atherosclerosis, citing evidence and emphasizing its central role.

InterestHigh interest

The variety of references, mentions of historical human studies, and debates about mechanisms show high engagement and curiosity about the topic.

EngagementHigh engagement

Numerous posts reference specific studies, mechanisms (like ApoB’s role), and critique or support ideas, indicating deep involvement.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions underscore the importance of this model in understanding and potentially treating cardiovascular disease, suggesting high relevance.

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Gil Carvalho MD PhD
@NutritionMadeS3 · X

"It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands of years and has been detected in 4000yo Egyptian mummies" beware the story-telling! https://t.co/wDzHOM4EhP

Mar 19, 2022 · 58 likes · 16 shares · 27,911 followers View post →
Simon Hill MSc, BSc
@theproof · X

5/ Genetic studies, observational studies and RCT’s unequivocally show that elevated LDL-C, and more specifically ApoB, CAUSES atherosclerosis. Yes this is considered adequate evidence to make a causal claim. https://t.co/T7wvsDfjyH https://t.co/LEmZmN9siu

Dec 27, 2021 · 45 likes · 1 share · 34,241 followers View post →
Simon Hill MSc, BSc
@theproof · X

3/ Firstly, the mechanism by which elevated LDL cholesterol (LDL-C) increases risk of atherosclerotic CVD is by increasing the # of circulating ApoB containing lipoproteins. https://t.co/T7wvsDfjyH

Dec 27, 2021 · 41 likes · 2 shares · 34,241 followers View post →
Thomas Dayspring
@Drlipid · X

@NathanEqualsOne @DrNadolsky @DaveDixonPharmD @DineshKalra @dmljmd @ethanjweiss You need nothing more than this https://t.co/A3r3DabtM0

Jun 13, 2019 · 25 likes · 4 shares · 42,050 followers View post →
Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis: a triumph of simplicity (2016)

Jul 6, 2023 · 25 likes · 10 shares · 41,696 followers View post →
Tucker Goodrich
@TuckerGoodrich · X

Cardiologist reasoning: our recommendations are pro-oxidant, therefore oxidation can't be harmful. It's not simple, it's simple-minded. "The Central Role of Arterial Retention of Cholesterol-Rich Apolipoprotein-B-Containing Lipoproteins in the Pathogenesis of Atherosclerosis: A https://t.co/qrModakt2z

Jan 4, 2024 · 13 likes · 3 shares · 28,293 followers View post →

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Meghna Saha
@MeghnaSaha20 · X

@Alicewants2know @MohammedAlo “LDL and other cholesterol-rich, apoB-containing lipoproteins, once they become retained and modified within the arterial wall, cause atherosclerosis.” https://t.co/d5iexXaFOX

Feb 20, 2024 · 18 followers View post →
Bruno P. Crocco
@bruno_crocco · X

RT @TuckerGoodrich: Cardiologist reasoning: our recommendations are pro-oxidant, therefore oxidation can't be harmful. It's not simple, it…

Jan 5, 2024 · 3 shares · 1,536 followers View post →
Seed Oil Disrespecter™️
@SeedOilDsrspctr · X

RT @TuckerGoodrich: Cardiologist reasoning: our recommendations are pro-oxidant, therefore oxidation can't be harmful. It's not simple, it…

Jan 4, 2024 · 3 shares · 108,369 followers View post →
NoOne
@NoOne30051497 · X

RT @TuckerGoodrich: Cardiologist reasoning: our recommendations are pro-oxidant, therefore oxidation can't be harmful. It's not simple, it…

Jan 4, 2024 · 3 shares · 574 followers View post →
Tucker Goodrich
@TuckerGoodrich · X

Cardiologist reasoning: our recommendations are pro-oxidant, therefore oxidation can't be harmful. It's not simple, it's simple-minded. "The Central Role of Arterial Retention of Cholesterol-Rich Apolipoprotein-B-Containing Lipoproteins in the Pathogenesis of Atherosclerosis: A https://t.co/qrModakt2z

Jan 4, 2024 · 13 likes · 3 shares · 28,293 followers View post →
Hojun Rhee MD
@dUPktOojEnoulHK · X

RT @agingdoc1: The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of a…

Jul 9, 2023 · 10 shares · 85 followers View post →
Lokesh Mayanna Gowda
@Lokesh_Mayanna · X

RT @agingdoc1: The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of a…

Jul 9, 2023 · 10 shares · 4 followers View post →
Dr Scott W Murray
@DrScottMurray · X

RT @agingdoc1: The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of a…

Jul 7, 2023 · 10 shares · 6,152 followers View post →
Sarah Richards
@RichardsSarah0 · X

RT @agingdoc1: The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of a…

Jul 7, 2023 · 10 shares · 135 followers View post →
The Phoenix Lab
@The_Phoenix_Lab · X

RT @agingdoc1: The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of a…

Jul 7, 2023 · 10 shares · 212 followers View post →
John Kenten
@JohnKenten · X

RT @agingdoc1: The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of a…

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Natsir Ramadhan
@natsiradhan · X

RT @agingdoc1: The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of a…

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Bayar Jaff
@JaffBayar · X

RT @agingdoc1: The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of a…

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Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis: a triumph of simplicity (2016)

Jul 6, 2023 · 25 likes · 10 shares · 41,696 followers View post →
John
@TrueLibertyX · X

@ifixhearts A Century of Cholesterol and Coronaries: From Plaques to Genes to Statins https://t.co/3u2CIOGa5z The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis https://t.co/UQsNHcQS7z

Jul 5, 2023 · 173 followers View post →
Gil Carvalho MD PhD
@NutritionMadeS3 · X

@TotalCytopath their composition affects retention https://t.co/wDzHOM4EhP

May 9, 2023 · 1 like · 27,911 followers View post →
Earthling
@_earthling74 · X

Here are some of the studies I shared with him… https://t.co/AWL8tiMbyz

Mar 21, 2023 · 428 followers View post →
Aaron Lepeska
@AaronLepeska · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Sep 4, 2022 · 16 shares · 188 followers View post →
Gil Carvalho MD PhD
@NutritionMadeS3 · X

@PKennedyeMD 1) lowering particle number via diff mechanisms (pharma, diet, genetics etc) lowers risk, raising them raises it. this huge body of evidence disproves the "firefighter" idea 2) transcytosis from the lumen occurs thru SRB-I https://t.co/HhTpIh09Mk https://t.co/wDzHOM4EhP

Jul 7, 2022 · 27,911 followers View post →
Rob Dirne
@dutchyankee2 · X

@giedriusci @dylanarmbruste3 "If there is progression" being the key phrase. This study explains how ApoB is essential in atherosclerosis. No ApoB, no CVD. Best to keep it low. https://t.co/UVbXyuWPOA

Apr 30, 2022 · 1 like · 38 followers View post →
Dylan Armbruster
@dylanarmbruste3 · X

@giedriusci No "if" was mentioned or implied. That explanation doesn't hold up and was abandoned for a better explanation from Williams. https://t.co/hxLtDT8dSl https://t.co/0b3spmsBvX

Apr 30, 2022 · 541 followers View post →
Alberto Andrade
@Springandashura · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 24, 2022 · 16 shares · 225 followers View post →
Jamie Timmons
@metapredict · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 20, 2022 · 16 shares · 2,056 followers View post →
Mike D
@n0madd · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 20, 2022 · 16 shares · 247 followers View post →
Aljosa Kuzmanovski
@Aljoo5 · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 20, 2022 · 16 shares · 108 followers View post →
Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis: a triumph of simplicity (2016) https://t.co/7XicMKq7K2

Mar 20, 2022 · 6 likes · 41,696 followers View post →
Daniela
@Noctilucahh · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 20, 2022 · 16 shares · 1,717 followers View post →
JASH
@duncanDNUTidaho · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 19, 2022 · 16 shares · 243 followers View post →
Hot tamale
@Seraphine_ghost · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 19, 2022 · 16 shares · 19 followers View post →
Marcelo Temer
@marcelotemer1 · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 19, 2022 · 16 shares · 35 followers View post →
Kaushal Kashyap Ⓥ
@ktimesk · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 19, 2022 · 16 shares · 177 followers View post →
Ken Echevarria, MS, RDN
@ken_echevarria · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 19, 2022 · 16 shares · 272 followers View post →
Earthling
@_earthling74 · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 19, 2022 · 16 shares · 428 followers View post →
Michael Joseph
@Nutradvance · X

RT @NutritionMadeS3: "It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands o…

Mar 19, 2022 · 16 shares · 11,780 followers View post →
Gil Carvalho MD PhD
@NutritionMadeS3 · X

"It's tempting to think of atherosclerosis as a disease of modern lifestyle. Yet it has plagued humans for thousands of years and has been detected in 4000yo Egyptian mummies" beware the story-telling! https://t.co/wDzHOM4EhP

Mar 19, 2022 · 58 likes · 16 shares · 27,911 followers View post →
Healthspan
@epigeneticcode · X

RT @Plant_proof: 3/ Firstly, the mechanism by which elevated LDL cholesterol (LDL-C) increases risk of atherosclerotic CVD is by increasing…

Jan 21, 2022 · 2 shares · 357 followers View post →
MK
@muralijnu1 · X

RT @Plant_proof: 3/ Firstly, the mechanism by which elevated LDL cholesterol (LDL-C) increases risk of atherosclerotic CVD is by increasing…

Dec 28, 2021 · 2 shares · 167 followers View post →
MK
@muralijnu1 · X

RT @Plant_proof: 5/ Genetic studies, observational studies and RCT’s unequivocally show that elevated LDL-C, and more specifically ApoB, CA…

Dec 28, 2021 · 1 share · 167 followers View post →
Simon Hill MSc, BSc
@theproof · X

5/ Genetic studies, observational studies and RCT’s unequivocally show that elevated LDL-C, and more specifically ApoB, CAUSES atherosclerosis. Yes this is considered adequate evidence to make a causal claim. https://t.co/T7wvsDfjyH https://t.co/LEmZmN9siu

Dec 27, 2021 · 45 likes · 1 share · 34,241 followers View post →
Simon Hill MSc, BSc
@theproof · X

3/ Firstly, the mechanism by which elevated LDL cholesterol (LDL-C) increases risk of atherosclerotic CVD is by increasing the # of circulating ApoB containing lipoproteins. https://t.co/T7wvsDfjyH

Dec 27, 2021 · 41 likes · 2 shares · 34,241 followers View post →
Bhopender Thakur
@TheBhupiThakur · X

RT @Drlipid: @NathanEqualsOne @DrNadolsky @DaveDixonPharmD @DineshKalra @dmljmd @ethanjweiss You need nothing more than this https://t.co/…

Jul 14, 2021 · 4 shares · 1,368 followers View post →
Bhopender Thakur
@TheBhupiThakur · X

RT @dylanarmbruste3: There is a causal association for LDL and ASCVD full stop. Evidence: Ference et al 2017 doi: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehx144…

Jul 5, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,368 followers View post →
Tom Babington
@Tom_Babington1 · X

@Gearoidmuar @Alecsplaining Nope https://t.co/FbSyfrMXuN LDL/ApoB is central and causal. Insulin resistance appears exacerbating. Once again, manage both. Don't see why you have a problem with this

Mar 29, 2021 · 2 likes · 1,204 followers View post →
Bhopender Thakur
@TheBhupiThakur · X

RT @dylanarmbruste3: There is a causal association for LDL and ASCVD full stop. Evidence: Ference et al 2017 doi: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehx144…

Feb 28, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,368 followers View post →
Dylan Armbruster
@dylanarmbruste3 · X

There is a causal association for LDL and ASCVD full stop. Evidence: Ference et al 2017 doi: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehx144 Borén et al 2020 https://t.co/5UAIV2EpCq Tabas et al 2007 https://t.co/Us8TwoGFgx Jan Borén, Kevin Jon Williams DOI: 10.1097/MOL.0000000000000330 (1/n) https://t.co/BFO8K99Gu1

Jan 30, 2021 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 541 followers View post →
Andrew Ryan
@OhhiyoGarmen · X

@LDLSkeptic @DrKarlNadolsky @moreyraortho @nicknorwitz @ethanjweiss @DrNadolsky @DBelardoMD @Drgarthdavis @Drlipid @scottisaacsmd https://t.co/xoeMcW59ES Williams and Tabas address endothelial damage. ^ More recent publication: doi: 10.1097/MOL.0000000000000330.

Jan 1, 2021 · 27 followers View post →
Chris McNeill
@chrmcneill · X

RT @Drlipid: @NathanEqualsOne @DrNadolsky @DaveDixonPharmD @DineshKalra @dmljmd @ethanjweiss You need nothing more than this https://t.co/…

Jun 14, 2019 · 4 shares · 135 followers View post →
Professor Scott Wright
@ScottWrightMD · X

RT @Drlipid: @NathanEqualsOne @DrNadolsky @DaveDixonPharmD @DineshKalra @dmljmd @ethanjweiss You need nothing more than this https://t.co/…

Jun 13, 2019 · 4 shares · 1,385 followers View post →
Thomas Dayspring
@Drlipid · X

@NathanEqualsOne @DrNadolsky @DaveDixonPharmD @DineshKalra @dmljmd @ethanjweiss You need nothing more than this https://t.co/A3r3DabtM0

Jun 13, 2019 · 25 likes · 4 shares · 42,050 followers View post →
Peter Lansberg MDPhD
@lansberg · X

@thoroughlyconf1 @RChrisCC Thank you for the links to the papers. Might I suggest this article (PMID: 27472409) Open access: The central role of arterial retention of cholesterol-rich apolipoprotein-B-containing lipoproteins in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis: a triumph of simplicity. Boren & Williams https://t.co/gURUFFHGIS

Mar 13, 2019 · 2,616 followers View post →