Dr Ford Brewer - PrevMed Statins Work... But You MUST Know THIS! - Ford Brewer MD MPH (PrevMed Health)
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Nov 6, 2025 Dive into the intriguing world of statins as they dissect their controversial role in heart health. Discover how statins not only lower LDL cholesterol but offer unexpected benefits in stabilizing plaque and reducing inflammation. Hear about their surprising ability to reverse arterial plaque, while exploring the delicate balance of dosage and potential side effects. Learn how combining lifestyle changes enhances statin effectiveness, and get tips on minimizing adverse reactions with supplements. It's an engaging blend of essential insights for better heart health.
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Statins' Primary Mechanism Is LDL Reduction
- Statins block HMG-CoA reductase in the liver to lower LDL cholesterol.
- Lowering LDL is an easy, common target but doesn't always reflect arterial risk.
LDL Numbers Can Be Misleading
- John lowered his LDL dramatically on a statin yet still had dangerous soft plaque on imaging.
- His blood numbers looked great but his arteries told a different story.
Statins Do More Than Lower LDL
- Statins have pleiotropic effects improving endothelium, reducing platelet stickiness, and lowering inflammation.
- Those effects help stabilize plaques and reduce clot formation risk.