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vthokieq
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I've been on a statin since I was like 23.

No real issues. Was only thing that controlled cholesterol (diet and exercise had no discernable impact).
Posted: 06/05/2025 at 11:22 AM ET
(In response to this post by HokieAl)

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So I've gotten to the health level where doc suggested Statins
HokieAl • 06/05/25 10:32 AM ET
I was on the level of "ok" but a shade high, but started a statin 2 yrs ago
turkeywinghokie • 06/05/25 02:59 PM ET
I am diabetic & have been taking statins for 30 years. HDL & LDL are great.
Hokester • 06/05/25 02:05 PM ET
My spouse hates me as I'm the undeserving recipient of awesome genetics.
Hokebury • 06/05/25 01:26 PM ET
Red Rice Yeast
Happy Dog • 06/05/25 01:21 PM ET
2 HA's in the past 18 yrs
LaneRat • 06/05/25 12:50 PM ET
Easily bruised, does that include your ego???**
Hokebury • 06/05/25 01:20 PM ET
I was on them for 6 months. It was no fun. I asked my dr. if I could do a
UTPr0sim • 06/05/25 12:01 PM ET
They're a great choice for most people, but for me they had 1 horrible side
Late 80s Hokie • 06/05/25 11:42 AM ET
I take generic crestor. Zero side effects, and it has helped a ton.
reestuart • 06/05/25 11:37 AM ET
Interesting. So my LDL and plaque numbers being mild is my new baseline?**
HokieAl • 06/05/25 11:40 AM ET
With me, my ratios were almost always OK, but the number was high,
reestuart • 06/05/25 11:45 AM ET
Im 52 been on it since early 40s no big deal**
HokieJamie • 06/05/25 11:35 AM ET
On one. Doc said that or heart attack **
TomTurkey • 06/05/25 11:25 AM ET
I've been on a statin since I was like 23. ◄
vthokieq • 06/05/25 11:22 AM ET
There are a lot of conflicting stuff out there about statins.
EDGEMAN • 06/05/25 11:09 AM ET
never had any doctor say anything about long term negatives. Only that
reestuart • 06/05/25 11:39 AM ET
From the Mayo Clinic**
EDGEMAN • 06/05/25 12:15 PM ET
Ok...that link doesn't really back up your statement...
vthokieq • 06/05/25 12:22 PM ET
yeah, everyone knows about potential side effects, but nothing about that
reestuart • 06/05/25 12:40 PM ET
That's just one website...
EDGEMAN • 06/05/25 12:34 PM ET
Onus isn't on me to prove your statement correct
vthokieq • 06/05/25 12:37 PM ET
It really is this simple. Do your due diligence, research the drug...
EDGEMAN • 06/05/25 01:16 PM ET
I don't have any concerns.
vthokieq • 06/05/25 01:21 PM ET
You are a very trusting person.
EDGEMAN • 06/05/25 01:25 PM ET
LOL. Lounge, has Edgeman always been THIS guy? I don't recall this...**
BG Hokie • 06/05/25 02:11 PM ET
you are the one saying there is a lot of conflicting stuff. There isn't.**
reestuart • 06/05/25 01:52 PM ET
There is, so do your due diligence.**
EDGEMAN • 06/05/25 02:26 PM ET
LOL. Do you want me to find some fringe site for you? I guess that's
reestuart • 06/05/25 03:20 PM ET
Yawn...there it is.
vthokieq • 06/05/25 01:26 PM ET
You didn't trust the science? Amazing!**
EDGEMAN • 06/05/25 02:27 PM ET
that's not what he said at all. Maybe he didn't. But sometimes it's a
reestuart • 06/05/25 03:22 PM ET
even if you had, trust your research. Not doctors or scientists.
reestuart • 06/05/25 01:48 PM ET
Naaa, whiskey keeps the pipes clean...**
Hokebury • 06/05/25 10:56 AM ET
The most important info :)**
HokieAl • 06/05/25 11:38 AM ET
Why not give it a couple mos and see how much you can accomplish with diet?
JoesterVT • 06/05/25 10:45 AM ET
I actually do quite a bit of that already. I wonder how much is genetic
HokieAl • 06/05/25 11:42 AM ET
from what I understand, genetics are the biggest issue.**
reestuart • 06/05/25 11:46 AM ET
Don't forget to add sardines to that recommended food list.
EDGEMAN • 06/05/25 11:07 AM ET
As for oils, suggest only using olive (for low heat) or avocado...
EDGEMAN • 06/05/25 11:16 AM ET