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What if the two most prescribed drug classes in America are the exact reason your body can't heal? That's not a fringe theory but an observable pattern in many people's lives. We were taught to trust the system. But when that system profits from managing your symptoms rather than addressing the cause, you have to start asking harder questions. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Kevin Reese to explore how statins and proton pump inhibitors block your body's ability to repair itself, and how the cholesterol threshold has been manipulated, presumably to sell more drugs. We also talk about why he thinks 85–90% of surgeries, tests, and treatments are simply unnecessary. Dr. Reese also shares why your pelvis is the missing link in whole-body health, and how tinnitus and vertigo are being reversed remotely through postural alignment therapy.  If you've been told to manage your condition for life or you're watching a loved one spiral deeper into the medical system, this conversation is for you.    "Statin drugs and proton pump inhibitors bring down the two things you need for healing: cholesterol and stomach acid." ~ Dr. Kevin Reese   In This Episode: - Medical monopoly, defensive medicine, and symptom management - The top two toxic drugs that inhibit healing - Cholesterol's role in brain health and longevity - White coat programming and the problem of nutrition deficiency - Four foods you should remove for wellness - Limitations of lab blood tests and imaging - Posture and musculoskeletal alignment - Symptoms are the body's warning lights - The message in the Medical Monopoly book - Head To Toe Healing membership program   Products & Resources Mentioned: Dr. Kevin Reese's Book, Medical Monopoly: The Evil Empire You've Been Tricked to Trust: https://a.co/d/0gebZ7ui   Tru Energy Skincare Bio Adaptive Hydration Oil: Try the oil and save up to $197 at http://trytruenergy.com/wendy5  Organifi Collagen: Save 20% with code MYERSDETOX at https://organifi.com/myersdetox  Organifi Happy Drops: Save 20% with code MYERSDETOX at https://organifi.com/myersdetox    Bon Charge Red Light Face Mask: Get 15% off sitewide, plus free shipping and a 12-month warranty, with code WENDY at https://boncharge.com/   Heavy Metals Quiz: Check your toxicity score and receive a free video series on how to detox your body at https://heavymetalsquiz.com    About Dr. Kevin Reese: Dr. Kevin Reese is the creator of Head-To-Toe Healing, a holistic wellness system inspiring millions to live pain- and drug-free. With over 30 books, 10 albums, and two transformative programs, his approach has produced more documented healing results than any method in history. Holding a PhD in nutrition and multiple certifications, Dr. Reese developed his method through self-study, realizing that true healing requires treating the body as a unified system. His work has delivered profound results for conditions from chronic back pain to diabetes, tinnitus, and vertigo. Learn more about this work at https://www.drkevinreese.com/    Disclaimer The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

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Protect Yourself Against Statin Induced Side-Effects Taking Statins? Protect Your Muscles and MitochondriaStatins Deplete Essential Nutrients and Worsen HealthFDA now admits doctors can prescribe IVERMECTIN to treat COVID-19YouTube goes scorched Earth against nutrition, superfoods and natural medicine, announcing new policies targeting so-called “medical misinformation” https://www.georgebatista.com Spectrum Vibrance: https://collabs.shop/s0emjo The Wellness Company - https://www.twc.health/Batista Wellness Resources - http://www.myvitaminresource.com (Promocode: counterparts - For free shipping) https://rumble.com/user/CounterpartsShow https://www.instagram.com/georgebatistajr/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5MvjsMT... https://apple.co/3H39DGK Email:Wellnesstalk@protonmail.com The Wellness Company We strive to build a new health care system that earns people's trust and puts the patient first. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the showDisclaimer: The Wellness Talk podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

Protect Yourself Against Statin Induced Side-Effects Taking Statins? Protect Your Muscles and MitochondriaStatins Deplete Essential Nutrients and Worsen HealthFDA now admits doctors can prescribe IVERMECTIN to treat COVID-19YouTube goes scorched Earth against nutrition, superfoods and natural medicine, announcing new policies targeting so-called “medical misinformation” https://www.georgebatista.com Spectrum Vibrance: https://collabs.shop/s0emjo The Wellness Company - https://www.twc.health/Batista Wellness Resources - http://www.myvitaminresource.com (Promocode: counterparts - For free shipping) https://rumble.com/user/CounterpartsShow https://www.instagram.com/georgebatistajr/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5MvjsMT... https://apple.co/3H39DGK Email:Wellnesstalk@protonmail.com The Wellness Company We strive to build a new health care system that earns people's trust and puts the patient first. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the showDisclaimer: The Wellness Talk podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

Three more digoxin trials, yet another GLP-1 drug on the horizon, vagal nerve stimulation, trial inside baseball, and more on lipid guidelines are the topics John Mandrola, MD, discusses in this week's podcast. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/twic I More About Low-dose Digoxin in HF — The DECISION Trial(s) DECISION Trial https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-026-04406-6 Digitalis Glycosides in HF — JAMA Meta-Analysis https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2848972 DIGIT-HF Trial https://www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJMoa2415471 RADIANCE Trial (1993) https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJM199307013290101 DECISION Withdrawal Study https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehag385 Digoxin Discontinuation vs Continuation in Chronic HF https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amjcard.2007.02.099 II Yet another GLP-1 Drug Announced this Week Lillly News Release on Retatrutide https://investor.lilly.com/news-releases/news-release-details/lillys-triple-agonist-retatrutide-delivered-powerful-weight-loss III A Big Story in HF Science – Vagal Nerve Stimulation in HFrEF ANTHEM HFrEF trial https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2026.03.040 Editorials An Unfinished ANTHEM https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2026.04.033 When Trials Stop Prematurely https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2026.03.039 IV Lipid Guideline News Lipid Guidelines: Four Major Concerns https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/lipid-guidelines-four-major-concerns-2026a1000fim Editorial: Time to Move Beyond the Statin Nocebo Effect  https://www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.jacc.2026.04.002 Correspondence: SAMSON N-of-1 Trial of Statin, Placebo, or No Treatment https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMc2031173 You may also like: The Bob Harrington Show with the Stephen and Suzanne Weiss Dean of Weill Cornell Medicine, Robert A. Harrington, MD. https://www.medscape.com/author/bob-harrington Questions or feedback, please contact news@medscape.net

In der Gesundheitswerkstatt geht es um das, was wirklich zählt: wie du lange gesund bleibst – mit einer Medizin, die zu deinem Leben passt. Pia und Moritz diskutieren in diesem Podcast, wie du deine Gesundheit in die eigenen Hände nehmen und gleichzeitig die Möglichkeiten der konventionellen Medizin optimal auszuschöpfen kannst. Die beiden bringen klinische Erfahrungen aus der Frauenheilkunde, inneren Medizin, Psychosomatik, Anästhesie, Notfall- und Intensivmedizin mit und brennen gleichzeitig für eine echte Präventivmedizin mit Hirn und Hand. Anmeldelink Gesundheitskompass: https://moritzbinder.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d6c65a66d2966ed8be246ae08&id=77a1c17021 Moritz Buch: https://www.amazon.de/dp/3842632355 Leseprobe zum Buch: https://moritzbinder.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Leseprobe_Bluthochdruck.pdf Moritz Binder: www.moritzbinder.com Disclaimer: http://www.podcast.moritzbinder.com/disclaimer

For High Blood Pressure Education Month, our May episode focused on the link between hypertension and high cholesterol, which, together, can significantly raise the risk of heart disease, stroke and other serious illnesses. Our guest Dr. Mary Gover, a general internist at Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care, also shared new cholesterol screening guidelines that have the potential to keep us healthy longer. In our May Key Note, Dr. Gover discusses alternatives to traditional statin treatment that offer more choices for those trying to keep their cholesterol in check.   The Takeaway We want to hear from you! Please complete our survey: org/member-feedback. Drop us a line at our social media channels: Facebook// Instagram // YouTube. Get started on your health journey by making an appointment with your primary care physician to know your numbers. Get to know your numbers at 1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyhearts. Find healthy recipes and meal-prep tips at 1199SEIUBenefits.org/food-as-medicine. Visit the Healthy Living Resource Center for wellness tips, information and resources; 1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyliving. For more information on the new cholesterol guidelines, visit the American Heart Association website. Get inspired by fellow members through our Members' Voices series: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyliving/membervoices. Stop by our Benefits Channel to join webinars on building healthy meals, managing stress and more: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/videos. Visit our YouTube channel to view a wide collection of healthy living videos: youtube.com/@1199SEIUBenefitFunds/playlists. Sample our wellness classes to exercise body and mind: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/wellnessevents.   Guest Bio Mary Gover, MD, is a general internist with Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care. Dr. Gover received her medical degree from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. She completed her Internal Medicine residency with a focus on primary care at Montefiore Einstein and served as chief resident for that program. Dr. Gover has held leadership roles in medical education and practice administration. Above all else, Dr. Gover is passionate about patient care. She believes not only in the importance of clinical excellence and expertise but also in collaboration and partnership. She is certified in health coaching through Wellcoaches, with the aim of furthering patients' personal health goals and overall wellness.

Statin use in the elderly, push for PCSK9 drugs, and pressures on clinicians show how economic interests shape patient care. #StatinsAndSeniors #PCSK9 #DrugMarketing #HealthTalks

In this episode, Dr Angus Sinclair speaks with Dr Jonathan Malo about dyslipidaemias. They discuss the different types of dyslipidaemias, the treatments (including some new ones) and the types of cases that should be referred. Dr Jonathan Malo is a consultant chemical pathologist at the Department of Clinical Biochemistry in NHS Lothian. And is the clinical lead for the Lipid Clinic at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. He currently chairs a Scottish network of lipid clinic specialists, and is involved in a Scottish government group tasked with improving CVD prevention. Dr Angus Sinclair is an Internal Medical Trainee in the East of Scotland. He graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2018 and since then has worked across Scotland and as a medical registrar in a rural district general hospital in New Zealand. He has been actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, as well as in clinical governance and resident doctor leadership. Recording date: 20 March 2026 --Links-- Assessment of adverse effects attributed to statin therapy in product labels: a meta-analysis of double-blind randomised controlled trials, The Lancet, 2026; 407, 689-703. Effect of statin therapy on muscle symptoms: an individual participant data meta-analysis of large-scale, randomised, double-blind trials, The Lancet, 2022; 400, 832-845. N-of-1 Trial of a Statin, Placebo, or No Treatment to Assess Side Effects, NEJM, 2020;383:2182-2184. DOI: 10.1056/NEJMc2031173. Statin treatment and muscle symptoms: series of randomised, placebo-controlled n-of-1 trials. BMJ, 2021;372:n135. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.n135 SIGN 149: Risk estimation and the prevention of cardiovascular disease (2017) - https://www.sign.ac.uk/assets/qrg149.pdf NICE Guideline 238: Cardiovascular disease: risk assessment and reduction, including lipid modification (2023) - https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng238/resources/cardiovascular-disease-risk-assessment-and-reduction-including-lipid-modification-pdf-66143902851781) AHA guideline - https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001423 ASSIGN/QRISK score calculators - https://www.heartuk.org.uk/educational-content/risk-calculators -- Follow us -- https://www.instagram.com/rcpedintrainees -- Upcoming RCPE events -- https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/events -- Become an RCPE Member -- https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/membership/join-college Feedback: cme@rcpe.ac.uk This podcast is from the Trainees & Members' Committee (T&MC) of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE).

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Send Zorba a message!Zorba talks about "Statin Hysteria" and people's reluctancy with taking them. He helps out a caller with questions about Astepro nasal spray, and he helps a listener who has questions about Vitamin D and HRT. Zorba shares his daughter's favorite Gazpacho recipe, he gives advice about taking THC gummies for sleep, and we hear a mom joke that is so good it needs to be explained.Support the showProduction, edit, and music by Karl ChristensonSend your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.orgStay well!

Send Zorba a message!Zorba talks about "Statin Hysteria" and people's reluctancy with taking them. He helps out a caller with questions about Astepro nasal spray, and he helps a listener who has questions about Vitamin D and HRT. Zorba shares his daughter's favorite Gazpacho recipe, he gives advice about taking THC gummies for sleep, and we hear a mom joke that is so good it needs to be explained.Support the showProduction, edit, and music by Karl ChristensonSend your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.orgStay well!

Statin allergic reactions are rare but do occur. More common is a condition called “statin intolerance”, which can be due to other biochemical reactions or genetic factors. It is known that certain genes, notably the SLCO1B1 gene, which is involved in the liver's uptake of statin drugs, plays a role in statin-muscle complications and muscle pain. Also, people suffering from mitochondrial dysfunction, Coenzyme Q10 deficiency, hypothyroidism, or liver or kidney impairment are more susceptible to statins' adverse reactions.   You can read the full article on Gary Null's Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/statins

Welkom luisterende artsen en apothekers bij deze nieuwe podcast serie ‘Farma onder de loep', een samenwerking tussen HuisartsPodcast en het Geneesmiddelen Bulletin (GeBu)! In deze serie geven we je praktische én onafhankelijke informatie over geneesmiddelen & medische hulpmiddelen voor de dagelijkse praktijk. Aflevering 2: Statines bij ouderen In deze tweede aflevering ga ik (Tessa Dijksman, huisarts) met mijn co-host Annet Sollie (ook huisarts, informaticus en redacteur bij het GeBu) in gesprek met Robert van de Peppel, expert op het gebeid van statines bij ouderen! Hij is internist en klinisch farmacoloog in opleiding bij het LUMC en auteur van het Ge-Bu artikel over statines bij ouderen. We bespreken het wetenschappelijke bewijs, inclusief de verschillende indicaties, wisselen van statines & de kans op dementie. Daarnaast bespreken we hoe het zit met de zogenaamde statine-intolerantie. Is spierpijn echt een farmacologisch effect, of speelt het nocebo-effect een grotere rol dan we denken? De besproken studies: CTT-collaboration meta-analyse Efficacy and safety of statin therapy in older people: a meta-analysis of individual participant data from 28 randomised controlled trials – The Lancet Prosper A Prospective Study of Pravastatin in the Elderly at Risk (PROSPER): Screening Experience and Baseline Characteristics – PubMed STOMP  Effect of statins on skeletal muscle function – PubMed SAMSON Side Effect Patterns in a Crossover Trial of Statin, Placebo, and No Treatment | JACC STATINWISE The effect of statins on muscle symptoms in primary care: the StatinWISE series of 200 N-of-1 RCTs – PMC Afspelen in nieuw scherm Neem contact op

The 2013 statin guidelines expanded use to 56 million adults. Controversy erupted when critics challenged the data, triggering attacks from industry-backed experts. #BMJControversy #StatinDebate #Transparency #HealthTalks

Episode 218: Statin Therapy Fundamentals What are statins? Zohal: Statins are medications that lower cholesterol by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, which prevents cholesterol synthesis in the liver. By doing so, statins decrease low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).  Why should we lower LDL? Zohal: There are four main lipoproteins that transport fats in blood, including chylomicrons, VLDL, LDL, and HDL. This is where we get our “bad cholesterol” vs. “good cholesterol”. Of these, LDL is most associated with an increased risk in cardiovascular disease, while a higher HDL is associated with lower risk. Thus, reducing LDL subsequently reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease.  Arreaza: The lowest LDL I've seen was 25, and the highest HDL was 60. HDL doesn't really have a strict upper limit, but most people fall between 40 and 60. Extremely high HDL—above 100—may not always be protective and can sometimes signal underlying issues. Zohal: My HDL is 70! Statins are used for both primary prevention, meaning preventing cardiovascular disease before it occurs, and secondary prevention, meaning preventing disease progression in patients who already have cardiovascular disease. History of statins. Zohal: In the early 1900's, researchers were studying the association between cholesterol and atherosclerosis, and at that time, they primarily used animal subjects. These studies were initially not taken seriously, because most believed cardiovascular disease in humans were simply due to aging and was not preventable.  It wasn't until the middle of the century when researchers began observing that increased levels of LDL and decreased HDL was correlated with an increased rate of heart attacks. This finding prompted interest in determining the pathway of cholesterol synthesis in the human body.  Statins were first discovered in the 1970s when researchers identified compounds that inhibit a critical step in cholesterol synthesis. The first statin approved for clinical use was Lovastatin in 1987. Since then, multiple statins have been developed, including Atorvastatin, Rosuvastatin, Simvastatin, and Pravastatin. Further clinical trials in the 1990s and 2000s showed that statins significantly reduce myocardial infarction, stroke, and cardiovascular mortality. Why do Statins Matter in Primary Prevention Zohal: Cardiovascular disease is the most common cause of death worldwide. As previously mentioned, elevated LDL cholesterol contributes to the development of atherosclerotic plaques within arteries, which can lead to heart attack and stroke. By lowering LDL cholesterol and stabilizing plaque formation, statins implemented in a timely manner significantly reduce the risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Arreaza: One of the things I love most about primary care is prevention. You're working upstream, often quietly, humbly, helping people avoid disease before it starts. And the truth is—you rarely see the full impact of your actions. You don't get a notification that says, “this patient didn't have a heart attack because of you.” But every time you help someone control their blood pressure, quit smoking, improve their diet, or stay consistent with their medications, you're shifting their tracks. You're reducing risk in ways that may never be fully visible. That's the paradox and the beauty of it: in primary care, your highest victories are often events that never happen.  Who Should Receive Statins for Primary Prevention? Zohal: Recommendations slightly differ depending on who you ask. We look to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, the American College of Cardiology, and the American Heart Association for their recommendations regarding statins for primary prevention. USPSTF on statins. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (or USPSTF for short) is an organization that works to improve the health of people nationwide by making evidence-based recommendations on effective ways to prevent disease & prolong life. They recommend statins for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in: Adults 40–75 years old With one or more cardiovascular risk factors such as dyslipidemia, diabetes, hypertension, or smoking AND a 10-year cardiovascular risk of 10% or greater Their recommendations are graded A, B, C, D, and I, depending on the strength of evidence and this is a Grade B recommendation. Arreaza: So, you have to meet all the criteria to receive a statin, according to USPSTF: 40-75, one CV risk factor and a high 10-y ASCVD score, by the way, the ASCVD risk calculator was introduced in 2013 by AHA/ACC. It is available online for free and many EHRs have integrated this tool into their software. For example, if you use EPIC, you can type .ascvd and get a score automatically. What about patients with a cardiovascular risk less than 10%? Zohal: For patients with a 7.5–10% risk, some may offer statin therapy on a case-by-case basis as this is a Grade C recommendation. But I'll get more into this later. Even without trying, every night you go to bed a little wiser. Thanks for listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast. We want to hear from you, send us an email at RioBravoqWeek@clinicasierravista.org, or visit our website riobravofmrp.org/qweek. See you next week!  _____________________ References: Grundy SM, et.al, Guideline on the Management of Blood Cholesterol: A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines. Circulation. 2019 Jun 18;139(25):e1082-e1143. doi: 10.1161/CIR.0000000000000625. Epub 2018 Nov 10. Erratum in: Circulation. 2019 Jun 18;139(25):e1182-e1186. doi: 10.1161/CIR.0000000000000698. Erratum in: Circulation. 2023 Aug 15;148(7):e5. doi: 10.1161/CIR.0000000000001172. PMID: 30586774; PMCID: PMC7403606. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30586774/ U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. (2022, August 23). Statin use for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in adults: Preventive medication.https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/statin-use-in-adults-preventive-medicatio American College of Cardiology ASCVD Risk Estimator: https://tools.acc.org/ascvd-risk-estimator-plus/#!/calculate/estimate/ Guideline Central. (2026, March). ACC/AHA dyslipidemia guideline spotlight (March 2026).https://www.guidelinecentral.com/insights/mar-2026-accaha-dyslipidemia-guideline-spotlight/ Endo A. A historical perspective on the discovery of statins. Proc Jpn Acad Ser B Phys Biol Sci. 2010;86(5):484-93. doi: 10.2183/pjab.86.484. 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You've been told your cholesterol is high. Your doctor mentions a statin. But… do you actually know what that medication does inside your body? In this episode, we break down how statins work, what they block beyond cholesterol (hint: it affects your cellular energy), why LDL isn't simply "bad," and the deeper reasons cholesterol may rise in the first place. This isn't about fear. It's about informed decisions.   Book a Free Clarity Call . We'd love to talk to you! Ask us a question and we will answer on the podcast

Cholesterol advice has been stuck in “it depends” for years, and we wanted something more concrete you can actually use. So we dig into the 2026 American Heart Association cholesterol guidelines and translate them into plain language: the new LDL cholesterol thresholds, what counts as borderline or high, and why having clear targets can make shared decision-making with your doctor, nurse, or PA a lot less vague. We also explain why non-HDL cholesterol can be a helpful “total bad cholesterol” goal, plus the HDL and triglyceride ranges that still shape overall cardiovascular risk. One update we're especially excited about is the class one recommendation to check lipoprotein(a) at least once in adulthood. Lp(a) is largely genetic, doesn't reliably drop with diet, exercise, or standard statins, and can raise heart attack and stroke risk even when the rest of your lipid panel looks normal. We walk through what the numbers mean, how common elevation is, and how this single test can change the intensity of prevention for you and prompt testing for family members. We also cover the new Prevent equation for 10-year risk, including how it accounts for factors like diabetes and kidney function, and why the risk category cutoffs have shifted. From there, we lay out the foundation of dyslipidemia treatment: heart-healthy eating, consistent physical activity, weight goals, smoking cessation, and limiting alcohol. And when lifestyle isn't enough, we get practical about medications, including statins, ezetimibe, PCSK9 inhibitors, inclisiran, and bempedoic acid, along with straight talk about safety and the harm of online statin myths. If you care about prevention, family history, or simply want a clearer plan for your next lab review, this one is for you. Subscribe, share this with a friend who's confused by cholesterol results, and leave a review with the one question you want your clinician to answer about your heart disease risk.Send us a message with this link, we would love to hear from you. Standard message rates may apply.Support the showProduction and Content: Edward Delesky, MD, DABOM & Nicole Aruffo, RNArtwork Rebrand and Avatars:Vantage Design Works (Vanessa Jones) Website: https://www.vantagedesignworks.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vantagedesignworks?igsh=aHRuOW93dmxuOG9m&utm_source=qrOriginal Artwork Concept: Olivia Pawlowski

Find an EvexiPel provider near you: https://www.evexipel.com/find-a-provider/ --- Why the Healthcare System Has No Financial Incentive to Make You Well The United States spends more on healthcare than any country on earth — $4.9 trillion annually. And we rank second to last in actual health outcomes among all developed nations. That's not a coincidence. In this conversation, Dr. Terri sits down with her husband and EVEXIAS co-founder Dan DeNeui for one of their most candid, wide-ranging discussions yet. From the exploding wellness industry to the pharmaceutical lobby's quiet war on compounding pharmacies, to an 81-year-old woman whose rapid cognitive decline traced directly back to a statin nobody should have prescribed — this episode pulls back the curtain on a system that profits from keeping people sick. This one is for anyone who has ever felt like the healthcare system is working against them. Because in a lot of ways, it is. What you'll discover: Why the U.S. wellness industry jumped from $9 billion to $2 trillion in just three years — and what that signals [13:02] The statin story that every adult child of an aging parent needs to hear [17:13] Why pharmaceutical companies are sending cease and desist letters to clinicians prescribing legal compounded medications [45:31] How cholesterol reference ranges have been quietly lowered decade after decade — and why [19:40] Why 90% of supplements sold at retail either don't contain what they claim or are contaminated with mold and mycotoxins [30:40] What medical freedom actually means — and the insidious ways it's being stripped without anyone noticing [44:15] Why EVEXIAS provider trainings are maxed out every single month and what that says about where medicine is heading [05:27] The one thing both sides of the political aisle can agree on — if they're willing to set the labels aside [42:03] The bottom line: People are waking up. Clinicians are waking up. And the system is running out of ways to keep the truth quiet. CHAPTERS 00:00 — Introduction 03:19 — Medical Freedom and the MAHA Movement 06:07 — Why Patients Are Driving the Shift to Integrative Medicine 12:38 — The Wellness Industry by the Numbers: $9 Billion to $2 Trillion 16:27 — The 81-Year-Old, a Statin, and a Rapid Decline 18:11 — Why Cholesterol Numbers Keep Getting Lower 21:00 — Prevention Starts Now — Not in Your 80s 25:18 — What the Wellness Industry Actually Includes 29:34 — Why Supplement Quality Matters More Than You Think 32:43 — The Case for Hormone Optimization 34:13 — Peptides, Exosomes, and What Big Pharma Doesn't Want You Accessing 37:05 — The History and Future of Medicine 38:39 — $4.9 Trillion Spent. Second Worst Health in the World. 44:15 — The Quiet Ways Medical Freedom Is Being Taken From You 44:43 — The GLP-1 Compounding War 47:10 — State-Level Legislation and What's Coming 48:09 — Insurance Denials, Raw Milk, and Food Freedom 49:01 — How to Find an Integrative Practitioner Near You The Dr. Terri Show is presented by EVEXIAS Health Solutions. For more, visit: https://www.evexias.com Connect with Dr. Terri:

Support your health journey with our private practice! Explore comprehensive lab testing, functional assessments, and expert guidance for your wellness journey. Find exclusive offers for podcast listeners at nutritionwithjudy.com/podcast. _____**Podcast Update: It looks like I accidentally switched the terms: absolute risk reduction vs relative risk reduction. Regardless of the terminologies, the point was to see what funny games statisticians will use for marketing pharma drugs (and this happens in a lot of types of marketing...) To see a clear write-up of the absolute risk vs relative risk, you can read an article I shared about it: https://www.nutritionwithjudy.com/old-newsletter/why-statins-dont-stop-heart-attacks/In this episode, I walk through why statins are prescribed (especially with LDL above 190 mg/dL or with type 2 diabetes), and I explain how statin marketing can make the benefits look bigger than they really are by using relative risk instead of absolute risk. I also cover major concerns I see with statins, including nutrient depletion (like CoQ10) and potential impacts on muscle function over time. Make sure to listen to the full interview to learn more.The statin numbers (the what, why)Lipitor ad: relative vs absolute risk reductionStatin efficacy studies (and risks)Statins reduce nutrient status (including CoQ10)Risks of low cholesterolWhat to test and track for heart diseaseNew book cover _____EPISODE RESOURCES Join the NewsletterCarnivore Diet Cholesterol Labs Cardiovascular Blood TestStatin Use Is Associated With a Decline in Muscle Function and Mass Over Time (PubMed)Should You Take a Statin for Your High Cholesterol? (Yale Medicine)Lipitor Ad Highlighting Relative Risk Reduction (36%) vs Absolute Risk (3% vs 2%) (ResearchGate Figure)Atorvastatin Decreases Blood Coenzyme Q10 in Patients at Risk for CVD and Stroke (JAMA/Arch Neurol)Lipitor: Why It Remains the Best-Selling Drug in Pharmaceutical History (Accio)Heart Statistics: Cardiovascular Disease Statistics for the UK (British Heart Foundation)WHO Mortality Database (World Health Organization)Robert Jarvik (Artificial Heart Developer) (Wikipedia)Pfizer, Lipitor (atorvastatin calcium) print advertisement featuring Robert Jarvik, ca. 2006–2008.____FIND JUDY CHO⛑️Work with Us: https://empowerfunctionalhealth.com/services/

What does over 18 months of precision medicine actually look like in practice? In this episode of the Optispan Success Story Series, Dr. Matt Kaeberlein sits down with Carlos Pinto, a tech executive and early Optispan client, to trace his longitudinal health journey from metabolic warning signs to measurable, sustained transformation. Carlos shares how a decade of overlooked biomarkers, a post-pandemic health decline, and a single panic attack became the catalyst for a data-driven approach to his own biology. Together, he and Dr. Kaeberlein review real DEXA, lipid, metabolic, and environmental biomarker data, unpacking what moved the needle, what didn't, and why the answer was rarely simple. This conversation is a candid look at what it means to become your own best health advocate, not through quick fixes, but through personalized, longitudinal learning.Timestamps:0:00 – Cold open & highlights0:50 – Welcome & Carlos's background in tech leadership2:15 – How career ambition displaced health in his 20s and 30s3:39 – A panic attack as the turning point: connecting mental and physical health4:24 – A previous medical wellness program: what worked and what was missing6:34 – Arriving at OptiSpan: intention, mindset, and expectations7:15 – Gateway Day: comprehensive baseline testing and initial surprises8:51 – Early metabolic lessons: CGM data, glucose spikes, and dawn effect11:32 – Confronting white coat hypertension with 78 data points13:28 – How stress, sleep, and nutrition interact to drive metabolic dysfunction15:44 – Personal experimentation as methodology: berberine, time-restricted eating, and fish17:09 – Mercury toxicity from fish consumption: a case study in biomarker surveillance18:33 – Stress management protocols: walking, meditation, and measurable outcomes19:49 – Statin introduction: the role of medication as a tool, not a failure20:27 – DEXA results: visceral fat reduction, body fat loss, and lean mass gain24:17 – Lipid profile transformation: ApoB from ~115 to 70, LDL from 160 to 7425:57 – A1C trajectory and the complexity of glucose optimization30:01 – Reframing medication: proactive use vs. reactive disease management31:29 – Mercury biomarker deep dive: from 2.4 to 16 and back to 232:21 – Goals for the future: sustainability, muscle retention, and mental clarity36:30 – Lineage biological age algorithm: from mortality risk of 54 to 5239:27 – Closing reflections: health as a lifelong trajectory, not a program

Broadcast from KSQD, Santa Cruz on 2-26-2026: Dr. Dawn opens with an urgent measles advisory, noting the virus has an R-value of 15 compared to COVID's peak of 5, with South Carolina reporting over 1,000 cases. She recommends those who received only one MMR shot—particularly people now in their 60s—get an immune titer blood test, as protection declines after 40-50 years. Measles can cause "immune amnesia" destroying immunity to other pathogens, and rarely leads to fatal subacute sclerosing panencephalitis years later. Dr. Dawn criticizes Quest Labs' cholesterol reporting, which flags average levels as "moderate risk" with alarming red H markers even when values fall within their own stated normal ranges. She explains this creates unnecessary panic and pushes patients toward statins based on outdated 2008-2012 guidelines, when cardiology has since recognized that cholesterol can be too low. An emailer asks how an EKG can detect a past heart attack from "jagged lines." Dr. Dawn explains that each spike represents electrical signals moving toward or away from electrode pads, and a 12-lead EKG views the heart from multiple angles—smaller-than-expected spikes in specific leads indicate dead or damaged heart muscle. She urges everyone to learn CPR and AED use, which more than doubles survival chances. An emailer reports that food tastes strong on the first bite but becomes tasteless thereafter. Dr. Dawn identifies numerous medications causing taste changes including calcium channel blockers, beta blockers, statins, diuretics, and even acetaminophen. She also highlights zinc—both deficiency and toxicity above 40mg daily can impair taste, noting a zinc nasal spray was pulled from market after causing smell loss. An emailer asks about Prenuvo full-body MRI scans costing $499-1,000. Dr. Dawn cautions that while Prenuvo found 22 cancers in 1,000 people scanned, 1 in 20 scans requires follow-up biopsy and more than half are false positives—leading to stress, expense, and potential complications from unnecessary procedures. An emailer asks about seed oils after reading a Johns Hopkins article defending them. Dr. Dawn distinguishes fruit oils (olive, avocado) from industrially-extracted seed oils requiring hexane solvent, a neurotoxin that may leave residues despite claims of evaporation. She cites a BMJ study showing coconut oil raised HDL (good cholesterol) while matching olive oil's LDL impact, and recommends cold-pressed oils while avoiding hexane-extracted products, especially for infants.

Dr. Lucas Shelton joins UK HealthCast to discuss statin therapy — what is it and what are some common misconceptions about statins?

Program notes:0:35 Diabetes and food prescriptions1:35 Got a food card to purchase nutritious foods2:32 More than half didn't use it or used it less than 60%3:00 Adequacy of a planetary health diet4:00 Micronutrient intake and biomarkers5:00 Doesn't seem to compromise long-term health6:12 Statin recommendations and patient preferences7:00 Benefit/risk analysis for patients8:00 Patient's decisions are multifactorial9:00 Resistance to daily medication9:30 Findings on shoulder MRI10:35 Rotator cuff abnormalities in almost 99%11:35 Almost ubiquitous regardless of symptoms12:25 Physical therapy best strategy13:23 End

Is cholesterol bad? Is low cholesterol safe? In this video, we'll cover common cholesterol misinformation, how cholesterol was demonized, and the cholesterol truth you need to know now for better health.

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On this podcast episode, I discuss important practice pearls and important test prep information about statins. Statins are cornerstone agents for ASCVD risk reduction, so test questions often focus on indication, intensity, and monitoring. Health care professionals should quickly identify statin intensity: high-intensity therapy (atorvastatin 40–80 mg, rosuvastatin 20–40 mg) lowers LDL by ~50% and is indicated for patients with clinical ASCVD, LDL ≥190 mg/dL, or high-risk diabetes patients age 40–75. Moderate-intensity statins (e.g., atorvastatin 10–20 mg, simvastatin 20–40 mg) are commonly tested for primary prevention. Statin-associated muscle symptoms range from myalgias (most common, normal CK) to rare but serious rhabdomyolysis (marked CK elevation and AKI). Risk factors include high doses, advanced age, hypothyroidism, drug interactions, and renal impairment. If muscle symptoms occur, stopping the statin, ruling out secondary causes (like hypothyroidism), and rechallenging with a lower dose or different statin is often the correct clinical approach. Drug interactions and statin selection frequently separate good from great test-takers. Lipophilic statins (simvastatin, atorvastatin, lovastatin) are more prone to muscle effects and CYP3A4 interactions, while hydrophilic statins (pravastatin, rosuvastatin) are preferred in patients with prior intolerance or complex drug regimens. Grapefruit juice, strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, and certain calcium channel blockers raise simvastatin levels—often prompting dose limits or avoidance on exams. If LDL goals aren’t met, adding ezetimibe or a PCSK9 inhibitor is the next evidence-based step. Be sure to check out our free Top 200 study guide – a 31 page PDF that is yours for FREE! Support The Podcast and Check Out These Amazing Resources! NAPLEX Study Materials BCPS Study Materials BCACP Study Materials BCGP Study Materials BCMTMS Study Materials Meded101 Guide to Nursing Pharmacology (Amazon Highly Rated) Guide to Drug Food Interactions (Amazon Best Seller) Pharmacy Technician Study Guide by Meded101

Using statins as a case study, the speaker shows how clinical trial data is hidden from doctors and patients—creating a system of medical illusion. #Statins #MedicalTransparency #HealthTalks

Episode 2730 - This show should make you mad? Statin drugs are so dangerous? Who controls you? Is tear gassing a 6 month old ok with you? It's about communism but why are they so opposed to God and Jesus! Green show today ! It is a must listen!

TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: Protocol Medicine Replaces Doctors, Statin Heart Damage, Pesticides Sprayed on Organics, Dementia Drug Risks, Teucrium Marum Verum, Public Health Corruption, Amish Faith Defended, HPV Vaccine Guidelines Changed, Exercise Beats Depression, and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/protocol-medicine-replaces-doctors-statin-heart-damage-pesticides-sprayed-on-organics-dementia-drug-risks-teucrium-marum-verum-public-health-corruption-amish-faith-defended-hpv-vaccine-guidelin/https://boxcast.tv/view/protocol-replaces-doctors-statin-heart-damage-pesticides-sprayed-on-organics-public-health-corruption-amish-faith-defended---the-rsb-show-1-14-26-n7jvwsjiyktgqk4ju2uj Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted Material Weensure that the copyrighted material used is for supplementary and illustrative purposes and that it contributes significantly to the user's understanding of the content in a non-detrimental way to the commercial value of the original content. Amount and Substantiality Our website uses only the necessary amount of copyrighted material to achieve the intended purpose and does not substitute for the original market of the copyrighted works. Effect on Market Value The use of copyrighted material on our website does not in any way diminish or affect the market value of the original work. We believe that our use constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content on the website violates your copyright, please contact us providing the necessary information, and we will take appropriate action to address your concern.

Broadcast from KSQD, Santa Cruz on 1-08-2026: Dr. Dawn concludes her 2025 medical advances recap, noting that while GLP-1 weight loss drugs showed unexpected benefits for addiction, schizophrenia, and dementia risk, Novo Nordisk recently reported semaglutide had no effect on cognition in people with existing dementia or mild cognitive impairment. She describes the first successful human bladder transplant performed on May 4th. The 41-year-old recipient received both kidney and bladder due to the bladder's complex blood vessel network. Surgeons practiced on cadavers with active circulation before achieving success, opening pathways for future bladder-only transplants for the 84,000 Americans diagnosed with bladder cancer annually. An emailer follows up about purslane for cognitive health. Dr. Dawn reviewed the referenced studies and found neither actually supported claims about purslane and cognition—one discussed the Lyon Heart Study's Mediterranean diet, the other described antioxidant properties. She cautions listeners that websites citing "scientifically proven" claims often reference articles that don't support their assertions. An emailer asks about statin alternatives after developing severe muscle pain on both atorvastatin and rosuvastatin. Dr. Dawn suggests he shouldn't be on statins given his classic adverse reaction. She recommends ezetimibe plus oat bran for cholesterol, metformin for his elevated triglycerides indicating insulin resistance, and checking LDL particle size and inflammation markers. She emphasizes that cholesterol is a risk factor, not a disease, and treating 50 low-risk people for 10 years prevents only one heart attack. A caller discusses plaque formation theory, comparing it to calluses. Dr. Dawn explains Linus Pauling's similar hypothesis that plaque forms at vessel bifurcations to protect against turbulent blood flow damage. She warns against driving total cholesterol below 130, as it disrupts steroid hormone production. The caller shares his mother's near-fatal rhabdomyolysis from statins—muscle breakdown releasing myoglobin that clogs kidneys—and criticizes data transfer failures between hospital systems. An emailer reports four UTIs in two months at age 79. Dr. Dawn questions whether all were true infections, since vaginal contamination causes false positives on dipstick tests. For confirmed UTIs, she recommends D-mannose and cranberry to prevent bacterial adhesion, post-void residual ultrasound to check for incomplete emptying, lactobacillus probiotics, and vaginal DHEA (Intrarosa) to restore mucosal thickness and disease resistance. Dr. Dawn describes Stanford's Phase III trial for dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, where defective collagen-7 causes skin layers to separate at the slightest touch. Researchers take patient skin biopsies, use retroviruses to insert corrected genes, grow credit-card-sized skin grafts over 25 days, then suture them onto wounds. At 48 weeks, 65% of treated wounds fully healed versus 7% of controls. She reports a Stanford study showing premature babies who heard recordings of their mothers reading for 2 hours 40 minutes daily developed more mature white matter in language pathways. The left arcuate fasciculus showed greater development than controls, demonstrating how early auditory stimulation shapes brain circuitry even in NICU settings. Dr. Dawn concludes with tattoo safety concerns. Modern vivid inks contain compounds developed for car paint and printer toner, including azo dyes that break down into carcinogenic aromatic amines—especially during laser removal. Pigment particles migrate to lymph nodes and persist in macrophages, causing prolonged inflammation. She advises those with tattoos to avoid laser removal, wear sunscreen, practice lymphatic hygiene, and reconsider extensive new tattoos.

For this episode, I sit down with TYP regular David Gillespie to unpack his provocative piece - The Statin Delusion. We talk about how modern medicine increasingly treats health as a deficiency of medication, why Australia leads the world in statin prescriptions, and how shifting cholesterol goalposts have medicalised the "worried well." Gillespo challenges the assumed life-saving power of statins in healthy people, explains the surprisingly small benefits, and walks through the real metabolic, muscular, cognitive, and diabetes-related risks. It's a blunt conversation about fear, pharma, guidelines, and whether prevention has quietly become harm. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The human heart is a tireless biomechanical marvel—an exquisitely engineered pump powered by both mechanical precision and an intrinsic electrical system, beating over 100,000 times a day to sustain life. But like any machine, despite having an electrical mind of its own, it is not infallible—when its rhythm drifts or its mechanics strain, the impact is felt far beyond the chest. From more complex cases like heart failure and detrimental arrhythmias to the more-known feared heart attack caused by high cholesterol, it leads to questions — What can we do to safeguard the health of our heart? What should one do when they experience chest pain? And how do we learn to listen to the heart's warning signs before they become life-altering events?In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Diala Steitieh, MD, a board-certified cardiologist and assistant professor of clinical medicine, focusing on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and sports cardiology, based in New York City.Dr. Steitieh received her MD from Weill Cornell Medicine in Qatar and completed her Internal Medicine Residency and Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College. Currently, Dr. Steitieh serves as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine and Principal Investigator of clinical studies at Weill Cornell Medical College and the Director of the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Program in the Division of Cardiology at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center.Dr. Steitieh has been featured on Yahoo!, SELF Magazine, Qatar Tribune, MSN, TCTMD, and The Peninsula Qatar.Follow Friends of Franz Podcast: Website, Instagram, FacebookFollow Christian Franz (Host): Instagram, YouTube

Cholesterol, Bile Flow & Statins: The Hidden Drivers of Metabolic Slowdown What Low Cholesterol Really Means for Hormones, Detox & Energy Most people think lowering cholesterol is always "good"… But when your cholesterol gets pushed too low — especially from medications like statins — your metabolism can quietly shut down from the inside out. In Part 2 of this FutureYou Blueprint™ series, Coach Debbie Potts reveals the bile–detox–hormone connection behind cholesterol, and why sluggish bile flow is one of the earliest drivers of metabolic dysfunction. You'll learn:

Which is the safest and most effective statin?

This week, we kick off a 4-part series on the #1 killer in America by talking about the problem of Cardiovascular Disease.   In this episode, you'll discover:—How Cardiovascular Disease was identified as the #1 killer back in the 1950's and is STILL the #1 killer today, which Dr. Prather says "raises some questions".—The two top competing theories about the underlying cause of Heart Disease among researchers back in the 1970's.  And why Dr. Prather believes the winning theory of Cholesterol as the main cause is wrong.—The dangerous side effects of anti-cholesterol Statin drugs and why patients come to Dr. Prather seeking alternatives. —How Cholesterol is in our bodies for healing and is "there to save your life".  And the connection between those who live over the age of 100 and an overall Cholesterol level of 300.—The Cardiac C-Reactive Protein Test that is "probably the best indicator of whether you're going to have a heart attack or not". —The four main things Dr. Prather says are the real cause of Cardiovascular Disease:  Inflammation, Oxygenation and Nutrient Deprivation,  Electrical Conduction Disruption from Nerve and Mineral Issues, and Food Allergies.—How Inflammation is the cause of Vascular Disease.  And how that Inflammation increases when you try to "artificially" lower Cholesterol levels. —Why the Coxsackie B Virus is so prevalent in Indianapolis and can lead to Cardiovascular Disease. —How the Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic Adjustment can have a bigger effect on Hypertension than Prescription High Blood Pressure Medication. —Why Dr. Prather says "the heart can actually regenerate in an amazing type of way" and that he did not even expect to see the things he has seen in his office with all the positive changes in patients. http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.comReceive exclusive bonus content as a member of our Voice Of Health Patreon Community:https://www.patreon.com/cw/VoiceofHealthPodcast

Send Zorba a message!Dr. Zorba and Karl look at an important new study about peanut allergies, and how we've been looking at this the wrong way. Zorba helps a caller out with osteoporosis, and he digs into which statin is best to take. We learn about Morton's Neuroma, we hear a joke from Karl's mom, and the Grammar Cops take issue with Zorba's nut pronunciation.Support the showProduction, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!): Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime) Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.com Web: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well!

Send Zorba a message!Dr. Zorba and Karl look at an important new study about peanut allergies, and how we've been looking at this the wrong way. Zorba helps a caller out with osteoporosis, and he digs into which statin is best to take. We learn about Morton's Neuroma, we hear a joke from Karl's mom, and the Grammar Cops take issue with Zorba's nut pronunciation.Support the showProduction, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!): Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime) Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.com Web: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well!

In this episode of Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor, we take a deep dive into statins, their true benefits, their real risks, and the massive role lifestyle plays in shaping heart disease outcomes. Rather than accepting oversimplified medical advice, this episode empowers you to think critically, understand uncertainty in medicine, and make fully informed decisions about your own health. You'll learn how to interpret risk statistics (like relative vs absolute risk), why lifestyle may outperform medication for many people, and why statins are helpful for some—yet potentially unnecessary or harmful for others. If you've ever been told "your cholesterol is high, you need a statin," this episode will give you the tools to ask better questions and understand whether that advice truly applies to someone like you.   Key Takeaways: -Medical uncertainty is real — many "facts" are actually opinions without solid or applicable evidence. -Statins help some people more than others: -Strong evidence for people who already had a heart attack. -Much smaller benefit (sometimes minimal) for healthy, active people without prior heart disease. -Absolute vs. relative risk matters: -A "25% reduction in risk" may really mean only 1 fewer event per 100 people. -Lifestyle changes can reduce risk by 50–80%, often outperforming statin benefits—especially for people who exercise, eat whole foods, avoid smoking, keep weight down, and drink moderately. -Statin risks are real: Muscle pain: up to 1 in 10 Diabetes risk increased: about 1 in 200 Possible cognitive impairment (enough for an FDA warning) Polypharmacy (multiple medications) increases uncertainty and side-effect risks.   Get your copy of Good Food Great Medicine, 4th ed.: https://a.co/d/1D6hIYM More references can be found at www.GreatMed.org   Would you like Dr. Hassell to answer your question on the air? Contact us! Phone/text: 503-773-0770 e-mail: info@GreatMed.org EIN: 88-326-7056 Write us a letter. We love to hear from you. This podcast is sponsored by our generous listeners.   Send questions, comments, and support to: GreatMed.org 4804 NW Bethany Blvd., Suite I-2, #273 Portland OR 97229   Check out this video on Completely Rethinking the Link Between Statins, Cholesterol, & Heart Disease, w/ Dr. Aseem Malhotra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RU3Ouxt1vs&t=251s   References from today's podcast: Ioannidis J. P. (2005). Why most published research findings are false. PLoS medicine, 2(8), e124. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.0020124 Luo, Y., Liu, J., Zeng, J., & Pan, H. (2024). Global burden of cardiovascular diseases attributed to low physical activity. American journal of preventive cardiology, 17, 100633. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajpc.2024.100633 Ye, Z., Det al.  (2025). Association of statins use and genetic susceptibility with incidence of Alzheimer's disease. The journal of prevention of Alzheimer's disease, 12(2), 100025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tjpad.2024.100025

Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@LiveHolPlus/Cardiovascular disease is still the number one killer, yet guidelines keep pushing cholesterol lower and more people are put on statins for life. In this hol+ episode, Dr. Taz sits down with worlds leading nitric oxide researcher Dr. Nathan S. Bryan to ask hard questions about statin risk versus benefit, why cholesterol alone does not explain heart disease, and what is nitric oxide actually doing inside the body long before a heart attack or stroke. Together, they explore why low or no nitric oxide may be the missing piece behind rising blood pressure, plaque, and dementia, even in people who “follow the rules.”From the benefits of nitric oxide for blood flow, blood pressure, diabetes, and brain health to the surprising impact of antiseptic mouthwash and antacid medications, this conversation reframes cardiovascular and metabolic disease as problems of cell signaling, not just lab numbers. You will learn what nitric oxide is, what does nitric oxide do for the body, why nitric oxide importance is often ignored in standard care, and how to raise nitric oxide through lifestyle, targeted support, and emerging restorative therapies based on decades of nitric oxide research.Dr. Taz and Dr. Bryan discuss:New cholesterol guidelines, statins, and rethinking risk vs benefitWhat is nitric oxide and what does nitric oxide do for the bodyWhy low or no nitric oxide shows up decades before heart attacks and strokeThe benefits of nitric oxide for blood flow, blood pressure, and sexual functionNitric oxide diabetes link and why insulin resistance is often a nitric oxide problemMouthwash and nitric oxide, antacids, fluoride, and the oral microbiomeHow lifestyle, diet, movement, and nasal breathing raise nitric oxide naturallyWhy standard biomarkers are late and vascular function should be tested soonerNitric oxide importance in Alzheimer's, dementia, and brain blood flowHow to raise nitric oxide safely and what to know about supplements vs “dead beets”About Dr. Nathan S. Bryan Dr. Nathan S. Bryan is a pioneering nitric oxide researcher, molecular medicine scientist, and biotech entrepreneur whose discoveries helped create a billion dollar nitric oxide market. His work has reshaped how we understand cardiovascular disease, metabolic health, nitric oxide diabetes links, and how lifestyle, mouthwash and nitric oxide, and common drugs impact long term health. He is the author of The Secret of Nitric Oxide, where he breaks down what nitric oxide is, what nitric oxide does for the body, and how to raise nitric oxide safely at home using science based tools and lifestyle shifts. Stay Connected:Connect further to Hol+ at https://holplus.co/- Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+.Follow Dr. Nathan S. Bryan:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrNathanSBryanNitricOxideInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnathansbryan/ Website: https://www.bryantherapeutics.com/ Product: https://n1o1.com/Get The Secret of Nitric Oxide Book here.Follow Dr. Taz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/Subscribe to the audio podcast: https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribeSubscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsGet your copy of The Hormone Shift: Balance Your Body and Thrive Through Midlife and MenopauseHost & Production TeamHost: Dr. Taz; Produced by ClipGrowth.com (Producer: Pat Gostek)00:00 New cholesterol rules, statins, and nitric oxide importance01:00 Mouthwash and nitric oxide, blood pressure, and the oral microbiome01:46 What is nitric oxide and what does nitric oxide do for the body03:06 Why nitric oxide matters for longevity, inflammation, and aging cells04:32 Nobel Prize history and early nitric oxide research06:06 Fingerprint of nitric oxide biology and early disease markers08:13 No nitric oxide before you see plaque, blood pressure, or ED09:26 The American lifestyle and nitric oxide diabetes link10:45 Mouthwash and nitric oxide, fluoride, PPIs, and hidden blockers12:26 Statins, cholesterol guidelines, and questioning “everyone needs a statin”16:11 Cholesterol numbers, Framingham data, and what actually predicts risk19:27 Better heart screening, vascular function, and nitric oxide benefits22:28 First symptoms of low nitric oxide: ED, libido, and rising blood pressure25:04 Mouthwash and nitric oxide causation study, exercise benefits lost27:23 Antacids, reflux meds, and how they shut down nitric oxide27:58 How to raise nitric oxide naturally with food, movement, and sunlight30:19 Nasal breathing, mouth breathing, and nitric oxide delivery to the lungs31:02 Nitric oxide as a hormone and whole body signaling molecule33:18 How to measure, how to replace, and what nitric oxide testing really shows36:45 Inflammation, triglycerides, and tracking nitric oxide benefits in labs38:38 Restorative physiology vs applied pharmacology42:01 Can nitric oxide help heart failure, liver disease, and ascites44:13 Nitric oxide diabetes connection and insulin resistance46:52 Nitric oxide and Alzheimer's, brain blood flow, and “type 3 diabetes”47:57 Kids, ADHD, diet, and low nitric oxide as a blood flow problem49:08 5G, toxins, and electron flow in biochemistry51:00 Glutathione, nitric oxide transport, and why most supplements miss the mark52:18 Why arginine, citrulline, and most beet products do not fix nitric oxide55:40 Nitruticals, rebuilding nitric oxide and the oral microbiome57:32 Nitric oxide for wounds, skin, and regenerative healing59:19 Reversing disease vs managing decline, and what nitric oxide might change1:00:07 Optimizing human performance with nitric oxide as a foundation1:01:18 Where to learn more from Dr. Nathan Bryan1:01:55 Closing thoughts from Dr. Taz and hol+

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The Statin Dilemma: What Your Cardiologist Might Not Be Telling YouIn this episode of the Evolving Wellness Podcast, host Sarah Kleiner speaks with Dr. James Caner, an accomplished cardiologist with expertise in both conventional and alternative heart health treatments. They discuss the perplexing rise of atrial fibrillation, especially in seemingly healthy individuals, the shortcomings of standard cardiology practices, and the potential benefits of natural medicine. Dr. Caner shares his insights on various natural therapies, including the promising results of using LifeWave carnosine patches and developing comprehensive natural supplement regimens for cholesterol and blood pressure management. The conversation also touches upon genetic predispositions, the impact of COVID-19 on heart health, and strategies for holistic cardiovascular care.Natural Cardiology Institute's Mission:Founded by Dr. James Kneller, the Natural Cardiology Institute is committed to transforming heart care by combining evidence-based medicine with natural therapies. Their mission is to help patients achieve optimal heart health through prevention, education, and personalized care plans that address both lifestyle and medical needs. With over 20 years of expertise, NCI seeks to deliver better outcomes for all patients by blending advanced cardiology with holistic, integrative approaches.Schedule a telemedicine consultation with Dr. James Kneller:https://drjames-kneller007.clientsecure.me/ Connect with James Kneller, M.D., Ph.D., FHRSWebsite: www.naturalcardiologyinstitute.comYouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/jamesknellermd________________________________________Sponsored By:→ Troscriptions | There's a completely new way to optimize your health. Give it a try at http://troscriptions.com/SARAHK, or enter SARAHK at checkout for 10% off your first order.→ Bon Charge| Go to https://us.boncharge.com/products/red-light-face-mask?rfsn=8108115.26608d & use code for SARAHKLEINER for 15% off storewide.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Atrial Fibrillation00:44 Guest Introduction: Dr. James Caner01:41 Podcast Overview and Disclaimers02:56 Dr. James Caner's Approach to Cardiology05:03 Understanding Electrophysiology07:31 The Rise of Atrial Fibrillation14:01 Impact of COVID-19 on Heart Health20:36 Natural Therapies and Treatments35:00 The Mystery of Plaque Reversal35:38 Conventional Medicine vs. Natural Remedies37:03 The Role of Cholesterol in Heart Health38:16 Genetic Predispositions and Heart Health41:04 Challenges with Insurance and Alternative Treatments44:36 Developing Natural Supplements for Heart Health52:05 Exploring Carnasine Patches59:32 Final Thoughts and Resources________________________________________