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What really works to control cholesterol? It’s not just pills.

July 2, 2026

Statins are powerful pills that block cholesterol production in the liver, helping to keep arteries clear. But a top cardiologist warns they shouldn’t be seen as a magic fix. Without healthy lifestyle habits, these medications won’t do much good. The doctor compares it to trying to fix a leaky roof

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Statins: Beyond Lowering Cholesterol

April 10, 2025

Statins are famous for their role in lowering cholesterol. They have been a game-changer in reducing deaths from heart disease. This is mostly because they lower the bad cholesterol in the blood. But statins do more than just that. They also improve how blood vessels work. They cut down on inflammat

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Helpful Statins: A Fresh Look at Fatty Liver Disease

January 5, 2025

Fatty liver disease, also known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), is a widespread issue affecting many adults globally. It's part of metabolic syndrome, which ups the risk for heart and metabolic diseases. While lifestyle changes are key, they're tough to stick to. That's why researchers

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Are More Statins Necessary After Moderate Dose Success?

December 30, 2024

Many health guidelines advise specific low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) targets and strong lipid-lowering therapy (LLT) for patients at high risk. But what happens when these targets are met using moderate-intensity statins? Do physicians need to increase LLT further? We explored this que