> 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 agree. But if I've been good for X weeks, then have cake and ice cream,
how long should I wait to avoid skewing my results? I want an accurate
reflection of the past X weeks, not the one night of feasting.

> 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.

hmmmmmm.