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I suffered from memory loss and confusion. when i stopped taking statins (anti cholesterol) all bad symptoms dispensary. i don't want to use this poison again. is there anything else that will work for high cholesterol?
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Benefits vs. risks: Lipid disturbance is result of life style and genetics. Risk of high choleserol LDL depends on many factors ( comorbidities - like diabeets, previous stroke or heart disease..) tartement may requiere more agressive medication as statins. Life style changes though as esential - avoid animal fat and processed food. Consume fresh produce, fish. Exericse daily.Optimise weight BMI <25. consult your MD
Answered 1/31/2018
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