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4/ Statins Statins barely extend life for most, on average just 3–4 days in low-risk groups (Lancet 2005). And the side effects? Up to 29% report muscle pain, weakness, and memory loss. 💊

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946,946 views • 1 year ago

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Dr. Dawn Michael

99,831 views • 3 months ago

Normal Total Cholesterol level used to be 300. Then Normal Was Changed 190. Now They Want It Closer To 150. Big Pharma Keeps Moving The Goalpost... Barbara O'Neill If Someone's On A Fat Free Diet & A Cholesterol Lowering Medication...That's A Recipe For Brain Destruction. 8 Reasons Why You Should NEVER Take A Cholesterol Lowering Statin: 1: Statins cause Brain Damage. Neuroinflammation & Mitochondrial dysfunction resulting in rapid cognitive decline & early onset Alzheimer's. 2: Statins stop Dolichol, a crucial molecule in protein glycosylation in the brain, deficiency leads to Alzheimer's, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson's & other brain disorders. 3: Statins cause CoQ10 deficiency, resulting in muscle pain & Mitochondrial Dysfunction, leading to heart attack & stroke. 4: Statins induce Type 2 Diabetes at the rate of 71%. By lowering cholesterol in the blood, Statins interfere with the body's ability to use insulin, thereby causing insulin resistance & high blood sugar levels. 5: Statins inhibit Heme A, a vital component of the electron transport chain for energy. Crucial for oxygen storage & respiratory function. 6: Statins cause Muscle Damage. Breakdown of muscle tissue & profuse tearing resulting in Rhabdomyolysis. 7: Statins cause Liver Damage. Drug Induced Liver Injury (DILI) with jaundice, acute & chronic liver failure & abdominal pain. 8: Statins increase the risk of brain bleeds. Hemorrhagic Stroke risk increases 3X when cholesterol lowering statins cause LDL to go below 70 mg/dL. Chronic Conditions Caused By Cholesterol Lowering Statins: Muscle Pain Muscle Tearing Weakness Neuropathy Heart Failure Dizziness/Vertigo Cognitive Impairment Dementia Alzheimer's Disease Cancer Pancreatitis Liver Damage Diabetes Depression Parkinson's Disease ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Testosterone Deficiency Erectile Dysfunction Estrogen Deficiency Vaginal Atrophy Brain Damage Multiple Sclerosis There Is No Cardiovascular Benefit From Taking A Cholesterol Lowering Statin Because Cholesterol Does Not Cause Atherosclerosis Plaque, Arterial Stiffness, Heart Attack Or Stroke. Inflammation & Damage To The Arterial Wall Is The Cause Of Cardiovascular Disease, Not Cholesterol. Cholesterol Is There To Heal The Damage Done By Other Lifestyle Factors Such As High Carb/High Sugar/High Seed Oil Diet, Ultra Processed Foods, Smoking, Stress, Etc. The Research Is Clear. The Higher Your LDL, The Longer You Live. A low carbohydrate diet prioritizing nutrient dense animal foods, eliminating harmful seed oils, sugar & processed foods provides the best healthy cholesterol profile. This approach keeps Triglycerides low & HDL high, which is one of the best Biomarkers for Cardiac health. TG/HDL ratio optimally should be 1.5 or less. 👇The Higher Your LDL, The Longer You Live👇 👇Low Cholesterol Is Deadly👇 👇High Cholesterol Prevents Atherosclerosis👇 Speaker: Barbara O'Neill Video: @health1solutions

Valerie Anne Smith

716,846 views • 1 year ago

Dr. Aseem Malhotra exposes statins: A 1% benefit with hidden costs—time for informed consent Dr. Aseem Malhotra, a renowned cardiologist, has raised critical concerns about statins, one of the most prescribed drugs globally, with 30 million users in the U.S. and up to a billion worldwide. In a recent discussion, he unpacked the shocking truth about their efficacy, urging patients to question the widespread use of these cholesterol-lowering medications. Drawing from industry-sponsored trial data, Dr. Malhotra highlights that for most people—those not at high risk of heart attack—taking a statin daily for five years offers just a 1% chance of preventing a non-fatal heart attack or non-disabling stroke. Critically, this comes with no evidence of prolonging life by even a single day. He emphasizes that this information, available at is rarely communicated to patients due to systemic gaps in medical training, where doctors are not taught to interpret and convey such data effectively. Dr. Malhotra advocates for informed consent, presenting patients with these facts without coercion. Many, he notes, are dismayed by the minimal benefit when weighed against potential side effects, which affect 20-50% of users. These include muscle pain, fatigue, brain fog, erectile dysfunction, joint pain, and stomach issues. Strikingly, he has witnessed elderly patients misdiagnosed with dementia or frailty regain memory and vitality weeks after discontinuing statins. This is not a call to stop medication abruptly, but a plea for patients to engage in informed discussions with their doctors. Dr. Malhotra’s book, A Statin-Free Life, available on Amazon, delves deeper into these findings, offering a comprehensive resource for those seeking clarity on cholesterol management and drug benefits. For evidence-based insights on statins and other medications, visit Dr. Malhotra’s mission is clear: empower patients with knowledge to make health decisions that align with their values and quality of life.

Dr. Aseem Malhotra exposes statins: A 1% benefit with hidden costs—time for informed consent Dr. Aseem Malhotra, a renowned cardiologist, has raised critical concerns about statins, one of the most prescribed drugs globally, with 30 million users in the U.S. and up to a billion worldwide. In a recent discussion, he unpacked the shocking truth about their efficacy, urging patients to question the widespread use of these cholesterol-lowering medications. Drawing from industry-sponsored trial data, Dr. Malhotra highlights that for most people—those not at high risk of heart attack—taking a statin daily for five years offers just a 1% chance of preventing a non-fatal heart attack or non-disabling stroke. Critically, this comes with no evidence of prolonging life by even a single day. He emphasizes that this information, available at is rarely communicated to patients due to systemic gaps in medical training, where doctors are not taught to interpret and convey such data effectively. Dr. Malhotra advocates for informed consent, presenting patients with these facts without coercion. Many, he notes, are dismayed by the minimal benefit when weighed against potential side effects, which affect 20-50% of users. These include muscle pain, fatigue, brain fog, erectile dysfunction, joint pain, and stomach issues. Strikingly, he has witnessed elderly patients misdiagnosed with dementia or frailty regain memory and vitality weeks after discontinuing statins. This is not a call to stop medication abruptly, but a plea for patients to engage in informed discussions with their doctors. Dr. Malhotra’s book, A Statin-Free Life, available on Amazon, delves deeper into these findings, offering a comprehensive resource for those seeking clarity on cholesterol management and drug benefits. For evidence-based insights on statins and other medications, visit Dr. Malhotra’s mission is clear: empower patients with knowledge to make health decisions that align with their values and quality of life.

Camus

107,694 views • 1 year ago

First, they scammed you on skin cancer when the sun is good for you. Now, they're scamming you again on cholesterol to sell you a lifetime medication. This entire narrative of cholesterol being the villain in heart disease was built on a lie. What doctors fail to tell you is that the sugar industry bribed scientists to shift the blame for heart disease from sugar to cholesterol. This has been revealed by internal documents that have surfaced. The result? A massive push for statins, now taken by 35% of Americans over 40, with devastating consequences. Studies now show that after five years of daily use, the average person gains only three to four extra days of life—just a few days for a lifetime of potential harm. Even more alarming, 20% of statin users suffer serious injuries like muscle deterioration, liver damage, and nerve dysfunction. Statins are well known for having a high percentage of patients discontinue the drugs due to side effects. Two separate studies have found nearly half of people stop taking statins within a year. The evidence is clear: statins are not the life-saving drugs we’ve been told they are. Still don’t believe it? Watch Jimmy Dore break down this article by A Midwestern Doctor—and prepare to become livid at what you learn. Over 40 million Americans are on statins. It’s time they learned what these drugs are really doing. 🧵

First, they scammed you on skin cancer when the sun is good for you. Now, they're scamming you again on cholesterol to sell you a lifetime medication. This entire narrative of cholesterol being the villain in heart disease was built on a lie. What doctors fail to tell you is that the sugar industry bribed scientists to shift the blame for heart disease from sugar to cholesterol. This has been revealed by internal documents that have surfaced. The result? A massive push for statins, now taken by 35% of Americans over 40, with devastating consequences. Studies now show that after five years of daily use, the average person gains only three to four extra days of life—just a few days for a lifetime of potential harm. Even more alarming, 20% of statin users suffer serious injuries like muscle deterioration, liver damage, and nerve dysfunction. Statins are well known for having a high percentage of patients discontinue the drugs due to side effects. Two separate studies have found nearly half of people stop taking statins within a year. The evidence is clear: statins are not the life-saving drugs we’ve been told they are. Still don’t believe it? Watch Jimmy Dore break down this article by A Midwestern Doctor—and prepare to become livid at what you learn. Over 40 million Americans are on statins. It’s time they learned what these drugs are really doing. 🧵

The Vigilant Fox 🦊

333,397 views • 7 months ago