Multiple reports highlight that high cholesterol is not limited to people who are overweight, older, or visibly eating an unhealthy diet. The articles describe high cholesterol as something that can exist “silently,” without clear symptoms, meaning people who feel fit and healthy may still have cholesterol levels that put them at risk of cardiovascular disease. One outlet attributes the message to a cardiologist, who frames this as an important warning for the general public: cholesterol issues can develop regardless of body size or perceived lifestyle quality. The pieces focus on misconceptions that cholesterol problems are only a feature of certain demographics—such as those who are overweight or have poor diets—and emphasize that screening and awareness are necessary because the condition may not be obvious from day-to-day health. While the sources do not agree on specific numerical thresholds, they align on the broader point that cholesterol can be elevated even among people who appear slim and healthy, and that individuals should be aware of potential risk and the need for appropriate testing.