Is cholesterol really the villain it has been made out to be? What role do statins play, and what does the latest research tell us about heart disease risk?
During a CampFIRE session on 16 April 2026, Dr Stephen Schmidt, gastroenterologist, physician, and FIRE for Life team member, explored these questions and more, helping us better understand the relationship between cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic health.
Below is a recording of the CampFIRE session.