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You definitely wouldn't recognize her today. Braided Pippi Longstocking has changed like this after 50 years!

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You definitely wouldn't recognize her today. Braided Pippi Longstocking has changed like this after 50 years!

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Jan , 22. 12. 2025

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Incredible 50 years have passed since the premiere of the fairy tale Pippi Longstocking , where the red‑haired portrayer of Pippi – Inger Nilsson captured the hearts of many viewers. Very few people don’t know who this creative and smiling little girl is. Today, however, her appearance has changed beyond recognition.

How did PIPI come about?

If you thought that the well-known fairy-tale actress became a millionaire overnight, precisely because of the film Pippi Longstocking, you would be mistaken. At the time the fairy tale was being filmed, there was a law in Sweden prohibiting the payment of children for any filming.

Apparently, however, the then only 9-year-old Pippi didn’t mind, because she herself ultimately did not expect that this film would be so successful. Evidence of this is the fact that the actress did not continue her promising career and worked for a long time as a secretary. Later she returned to acting, but only as a stage actress.

The idea

The whole idea of the Pippi Longstocking concept arose when Astrid Lindgren tried to come up with a fairy tale for her sick daughter. As is known about Pippi, she was clever, smiling, smart, inventive and above all could eat an endless amount of sweets.

That is indeed every child’s dream. The author dedicated this clever story to her daughter in the form of a book. The fate of the book was initially up in the air, because many critics were worried about how other children would react to it. After a hesitant start, later both young and old got their fill and really took a liking to the red-haired heroine.

What does she look like today?

How does she live ?

Inger Nilsson celebrates her milestone sixtieth birthday this year, but the familiar smile certainly hasn’t left her face. Apart from slight bags under her eyes, the fairy-tale Pippi hasn’t changed at all. People constantly recognize her on the street.

Cholesterol and sugar: what really raises LDL and how to protect the liver

Eggs, liver and bacon are often labeled as the main culprits of high cholesterol. The reality is more complex. For most people, dietary cholesterol has only a limited effect on blood cholesterol levels. Much more important is the overall diet, the proportion of saturated and trans fatty acids, intake of added sugars, body weight, genetics and lifestyle. Below you will find a balanced overview of what the facts say – without myths and shortcuts.

What cholesterol is and why the body needs it

Cholesterol is a fatty substance essential for building cell membranes, producing hormones and vitamin D. In the blood it is carried in the form of lipoproteins. LDL ("bad") carries cholesterol to tissues, HDL ("good") takes it back to the liver. The goal is to keep LDL low and HDL in an appropriate range.

Dietary cholesterol vs. saturated fats and trans fats

In most healthy people, dietary cholesterol (e.g., from eggs) has only a small effect on LDL. A much stronger factor is saturated fats (fatty processed meats, high-fat cheeses, large amounts of butter) and trans fats (industrially hydrogenated fats), which raise LDL and can lower HDL. Eggs are also a source of nutrients (e.g., choline), so for most people they can be part of a balanced diet.

How added sugars and refined carbohydrates worsen the blood lipid profile

High intake of added sugars and refined carbohydrates (sweetened drinks, sweets, white bread) raises triglycerides and promotes the development of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The liver then more often releases VLDL/LDL particles and the overall lipid profile worsens. The liver is particularly harmed by excess fructose from sweetened drinks and syrups.

The role of choline and "healthy" fats

Choline (eggs, lean meat, legumes) helps form and export fat particles from the liver, thereby supporting its normal function. Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (olive oil, nuts, seeds, fish) can lower LDL and some fractions of inflammatory lipids, if you also limit saturated fats and added sugars.

When eggs can be a problem

For a portion of the population with a genetic burden (e.g., familial hypercholesterolemia) or for people with very high LDL, even dietary cholesterol can play a larger role. In such cases, individual recommendations from a physician and a nutrition therapist are decisive.

Practical meal plan for healthy lipids and liver

  • Limit added sugars: sweetened drinks, confectionery, excess white-flour baked goods.
  • Prefer unsaturated fats: olive oil, rapeseed oil, nuts, seeds, avocado, fatty sea fish twice a week.
  • Reduce saturated fats and avoid trans fats: processed meats, fast food, toppings made from partially hydrogenated fats.
  • Eat enough protein: fish, poultry, eggs, legumes, fermented dairy products – they support satiety and muscle maintenance.
  • Fiber: vegetables, fruit, whole grains, legumes – soluble fiber helps lower LDL.
  • Alcohol in moderation: excess increases triglycerides and burdens the liver.
  • Hydration and exercise: 150–300 minutes of moderate activity per week (brisk walking, cycling), strength training twice weekly.
  • Body weight: even a 5–10% weight reduction can noticeably improve triglycerides and LDL.

Key takeaway: it's not "forbidden eggs", but the overall dietary pattern

For most people, eggs or liver alone do not "cause" high cholesterol. The key is the combination of fewer saturated fats, less added sugar and more unsaturated fats, fiber and exercise. If you have high LDL, a family history or liver disease, discuss a specific eating plan with your doctor – sometimes pharmacotherapy (e.g., statins) is also necessary.

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