Many doctors, scientists, and researchers are questioning the common view on cholesterol and statin drugs. They wonder if we’ve been wrong about cholesterol all along. And what if the drugs meant to fix it are actually harming us more?
The Truth About Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs
Some experts say statins, given to millions to lower cholesterol, might be very harmful. They lower LDL levels but don’t always reduce heart disease deaths or overall heart risk.
They think the focus on lowering cholesterol is a dangerous myth.
“People don’t die from having high cholesterol. In many cases, they suffer because they don’t have enough.”
Doctors see patients with cholesterol levels as high as 600 who are healthy and strong. Could cholesterol not be the bad guy we think it is?
Cholesterol: Your Body’s Unsung Hero
Cholesterol is crucial for our health. It’s not a toxin, but a key molecule for:
- Hormone production (including estrogen and testosterone)
- Vitamin D synthesis
- Cell membrane integrity
- Digestion via bile acid production
Lowering cholesterol too much can be risky. Critics of statins say lowering cholesterol isn’t always good—and in some cases, it might be deadly.
The Real Risk: What Statins May Be Doing to Your Body
Statins aim to reduce cholesterol production but can harm several critical cellular functions. This includes:
Blocking CoQ10, a compound vital for energy and muscle health—often causing chronic pain and fatigue
Disrupting Heme A, affecting energy production at the mitochondrial level
Inhibiting Dolichol, a molecule key for brain function—possibly leading to neurological disorders like Parkinson’s
Damaging the liver and pancreas, raising the risk of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes
Crossing into the brain, affecting enzymes for cognitive function, memory, and mental clarity
Chronic Conditions Caused By Cholesterol Lowering Statins:
Muscle Pain
Muscle Tearing
Weakness
Neuropathy
Heart Failure
Dizziness/Vertigo
Cognitive Impairment
Dementia
Alzheimer’s Disease
Cancer
Pancreatitis
Liver Damage
Diabetes
Depression
Parkinson’s Disease
ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease)
Testosterone Deficiency
Estrogen Deficiency
Brain Damage
Multiple Sclerosis
The Cholesterol–Heart Disease Myth
Many believe that high cholesterol causes heart disease. But, studies show no solid link between cholesterol levels and heart problems.
Furthermore:
- Saturated fats have been wrongly blamed—modern research shows no clear connection between saturated fat intake and heart attacks or strokes.
- Dietary cholesterol does not raise blood cholesterol in most people.
- LDL levels alone are a poor predictor of heart risk. Instead, a better measure is the triglyceride-to-HDL ratio, which reflects metabolic health.
What’s the Alternative?
Health experts now suggest a low-carb, nutrient-dense animal-based diet. This diet:
Eliminates inflammatory seed oils
Reduces processed sugars
Focuses on whole, unprocessed foods like meat, eggs, and organ meats
This lifestyle tends to:
- Lower triglycerides
- Increase HDL (“good cholesterol”)
- Optimize TG/HDL ratio to 1.5 or below—one of the strongest indicators of cardiac health
Supporting Studies That Challenge the Statin Narrative:
Higher LDL Linked to Longevity
BMJ Open Study – Read here
Statins Do Not Reduce Overall Mortality
NIH-PubMed Study – Read here
LDL Cholesterol and Longer Lifespan
Annals of Epidemiology – Read here
Rethinking What We’ve Been Told
It’s time to question the mainstream cholesterol story. Are statins truly lifesavers—or are they disrupting our body’s natural balance and exposing us to new health risks?
Speaker: Dr Leonard Coldwell / Video: @thecarnivoreuk
Disclaimer: This content here in for information and educational purpose only. Its not intended for medical advice.
