A Better Option Than Statin Medications

10 Mar A Better Option Than Statin Medications

Statin medications are among the most commonly prescribed drugs for lowering cholesterol, and they are often said to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, heart attacks, and strokes. However, the problem with statins is that they come with a range of side effects and may mislead us into thinking they are truly addressing our cardiovascular risks.

In fact, there are excellent natural strategies available to reduce these risks without the harmful side effects. Common side effects of statins include muscle pain, weakness, erectile dysfunction, and memory loss. Long-term risks can include depression, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and poor cognitive function.

Furthermore, cholesterol has been unfairly demonized, but it plays a crucial role in our body, including supporting cellular function, hormone production (such as testosterone and estrogen), and neuron restoration. People with too low cholesterol (below 150) often experience fatigue, cognitive issues, depleted CoQ10, and a diminished ability to produce essential hormones like testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone.

While statins may be helpful for those who have already had a heart attack, there is still no conclusive evidence proving they prevent heart disease. Statins were first introduced in 1987, touted as a miracle solution to cardiovascular disease worldwide. Yet, despite their widespread use, cardiovascular disease remains the number one killer globally. Have we been misled by pharmaceutical companies about a medication that is known to damage the liver, slow energy production, and cause muscle pain and weakness? Are statins as safe as they claim to be? And who is most at risk of experiencing problems with statin medications?

The following factors increase the likelihood of complications from statins:

• Taking multiple medications for high cholesterol
• Being female
• Having a smaller body frame
• Drinking excessive alcohol
• Having liver or kidney disease
• Vitamin D deficiency

When there are natural treatments available that address the root causes of these issues without the harmful effects, it no longer seems like statins are the best option.

We have discovered effective solutions for not only lowering cholesterol but also improving overall cardiovascular function and reducing most risk factors.

To find the right natural solutions, it is crucial to have the proper information in order to implement the most effective strategies. Most healthcare professionals focus solely on cholesterol levels to assess cardiovascular risk. However, even the CDC acknowledges that cholesterol alone is insufficient for evaluating an individual’s complete cardiovascular risk.

We conduct 18 different biomarkers to assess cardiovascular health and develop the right strategies for each patient. These biomarkers include lipid particle size, apolipoproteins, oxidized LDL, TMAO, vitamin D3, C-reactive protein, ferritin, homocysteine, MMP-9, fibrinogen, Hgb A1C, fructosamine, fasting insulin, adiponectin, serum CoQ10, pathogen biomarkers (when needed), and genetic markers (if applicable). These biomarkers are essential for identifying the best path forward, not just prescribing a medication and assuming that’s all that needs to be done. Understanding the right exercise, diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes is key to successfully minimizing cardiovascular risk and, more importantly, improving both the quantity and quality of life.

We’ve had great success in treating patients with cardiovascular risk factors and restoring optimal health. We want to share these solutions with as many people as possible so that we can all benefit from better health and minimize our reliance on medications that may no longer be necessary or even harmful.