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Does taking statins; in a healthy individual; significantly reduce the probability of a future heart attack or is it a scam? i follow a low carb diet.

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Risk is lowered: Cardiac risk is lowered with statins.

Answered 1/24/2013

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Depends on : Cholesterol & if you have heart disease...If yes than yes lowering cholesterol can prevent heart attacks. Low carb diet less relevant here.

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