Abstract
Hypercholesterolemia is often associated with obesity and unhealthy lifestyle decisions. However, people with a normal body weight can also experience increased cholesterol levels, which emphasizes the need for routine lipid screening beyond conventional risk factors. This study presents a case of a 33-year-old woman with a BMI of 22.7, in which high cholesterol (total cholesterol: 301 mg/dL, LDL: 215 mg/dL) was diagnosed, although they have no known
cardiovascular risk factors. Instead of medication, she took a structured nutritional scheme that focused on increased fiber intake, reduced saturated fat consumption, and regular physical activity. Within 40 days, their total cholesterol level fell by 20%, and the LDL mirror fell by 25% and improved over six months. This case underlines the effectiveness of early dietary interventions in lipid management and underlines the boundaries of the BMI as the sole indicator of
cardiovascular risk. Regular lipid reviews and preventive nutritional strategies should be prioritized for individuals independently of body weight. Future research should examine the long-term effects of changes in nutrition on cardiovascular health and compliance with patients.