On Thursday, October 16, 2003, at 03:50  AM, Mike wrote:

>  About a week ago, I had my first desert in about
> six weeks. How long should I wait to get tested?
>

I doubt it is the rare treat or dessert that is raising your
cholesterol. More likely it is the high saturated fat diet. My
choilesterol climbed after I cut out sweets and went paleo, like others
on this list.

I suspect hunter gatherers have low cholesterol because their food
supply is not secure. regular food shortage is said to lower
cholesterol too. Not necessarily healthy or natural.