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At present, almost every third adult uses this type of medication. If you think this is good news for its manufacturer, you’re missing the bigger picture.
It’s actually good news for all pharmaceutical companies. That’s because this drug is, figuratively speaking, a gateway to a number of other medications that will be needed to suppress its negative side effects.
What statins (cholesterol drugs) do in the body
Statins have such a huge number of adverse side effects that there is a high probability that shortly after starting them you will need several other drugs to remedy the damage they cause.
Not to mention that each of these drugs can have additional unwanted effects. You can thus easily end up on a medication merry-go-round that has no end.
What can happen if you take these dangerous drugs for high cholesterol?
For example, they can suppress your immune system, making you more susceptible to various types of infections.
They also reduce the production of coenzyme Q10, which regulates not only immunity but also the nervous system, energy levels, heart function, and blood pressure.
Statins are also associated with an increased risk of neurological disorders. Many patients complain of forgetfulness, confusion, and memory loss.
However, don’t worry — whatever happens to you, pharmaceutical companies have a solution for it (of course in the form of more drugs).
Statins and diabetes
Statins also increase the risk of diabetes. So much so that information about this must be included in the package leaflet. This risk is particularly high if you are an older woman.
One Australian study revealed that older women taking statins in higher doses had up to a 50% greater chance of developing diabetes.
So it is fairly likely that, in addition to statins, you will have to inject insulin and take other diabetes medications for the rest of your life.
And what is the benefit of statins compared to all the risks mentioned?
According to research published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ), taking statins for 2 to 5 years adds on average only 3.2 days to life expectancy. That is, assuming their side effects don’t kill the person first.
It is true that statins are drugs approved by government authorities. But how many times in the past have drugs been withdrawn from the market when their dangers could no longer be ignored?
Alternatives to statins
If after reading this article you wish to steer clear of statins, you’ll be pleased to know that cholesterol drugs have several great alternatives.
Dr. Jack Wolfson, a holistic cardiologist from Phoenix, argues that we should follow a health model rather than a disease model.
As he states, many cardiologists slip into the routine of blindly prescribing statins because pharmaceutical companies recommend it to them. And of course because they receive commissions. After all, doctors are only human; they too have mortgages, leases on expensive cars, or desires for exotic vacations.
Dr. Wolfson asks why people should agree to statins that reduce the risks of high cholesterol only slightly while exposing them to much more serious health risks?
He notes that he does not know anyone who felt better while taking statins. On the contrary, people who use natural supplements instead of drugs often feel better, lose weight more easily, and have more energy.
Here are a few natural alternatives that Dr. Wolfson recommends:
magnesium (well-absorbed forms such as magnesium lactate or citrate)
beetroot (fresh or as a powder or extract supplement)
omega-3 fatty acids
Dr. Wolfson says these natural remedies can make a huge difference in our health. He also recommends sunlight, which produces vitamin D in our bodies. That also helps keep cholesterol in check.
And finally, he lists getting enough physical activity — simple walks in nature or gardening are quite sufficient.
Conclusion
When your health is not optimal, your body lacks nutrients, not drugs.
Drugs may be useful in acute conditions, but for prevention and chronic diseases a healthy balanced diet, physical activity, and regular sunlight are unbeatable.
What do you have to lose if you try?
