SHOCK STATIN study: Almost 50% who take them, may NOT need

[@drsuneeldhand]

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[@dangraff8467]

Thank you!

[@diana-v9h]

Strong words is this what your goal as doctor is?? So much in medicine is a learning process. I’m sure you agree with this.

[@rebeccabryan7712]

my mothers life is life of truth it took her from me... it caused her immune system to attak her own body.

[@sitavenkatesan8470]

I agree with you totally. How will the doctors make money if they tell the truth to their patients😂😂😂95%ofthem keep prescribing unwanted drugs to their patients. None of the Big Pharma drugs has cured anyone from diabetes blood pressure etc. They keep taking the drugs lifelong. Very sad.😢. Thank you for this video to educate the masses out there.

[@YaswantiFairbairn]

Just discovered you Dr Suneel & I’m so happy that I have 😊 I’m on Statin (have T2 Diabetes) & have been for years & I’m going to come off them myself asi e not been feeling too good on them & at my age of tender soon to be 66 that my memory is 60% down & I’m forgetting the simplest things too. I’ll be improving on my health & just for now thank you so much please carry on your great work informing us all as we do need & yes it’s all about making lots of money but not at all in our interests. Why not then prescribe us something healthier like vitamins & minerals as that’s what we all need 🙏🏼❤

[@impeachemall693]

I trust medical establishment about as much as the government!

[@nbrown5907]

They have become one now.

[@CarolDouglas-zg4rs]

They have become one in the same

[@mctrustsnoone3781]

Different head of the same hydra.

[@dedetudor.]

I was just going to say the same thing. ​@@nbrown5907

[@dedetudor.]

I think we all AGREE.

[@kjlmn96]

My husband was told he needed a statin. He refused, he didn't need the pill his cholesterol was good.

[@sherylkeib4993]

same here. Good cholesterol but told to take a statin...refused.

[@nathanielovaughn2145]

Even if I knew I had "bad" cholesterol level, and allowed consultation, I would refuse any statin. They're a recipe for a quality of life worse than just being dead.

[@woof68]

Was told that as well, cholesterol is normal & I also refused!! So called Doc, said it was precautionary and preventative 🤦that was the last time I stepped foot in that office

[@dedetudor.]

I've read the contraindications and the possible horrible "side effects" outway the risks of "high" cholesterol.

[@Steve-nb9kg]

This is madness, prescribing statins for normal cholesterol?!?

[@richardhoulton4016]

What a surprise! *Eye roll* My doctor wanted me on Statins. Many people would have taken the advice. I have high hereditary cholesterol. I’m a cholesterol factory. But I have no family history of heart disease, hypertension, or stroke. Exercise very regularly. Have a BMI of 20.5. 5’11” 146lbs. Less than 15% total body fat (Dexa). Resting pulse of 46. 115/75 BP. My triglycerides are great. So I told the doctor I wouldn’t be taking her advice and that I wanted a full lipid density check, and out of an abundance of caution, a CAC Scan. The Lipid Density Check showed that my LDL was not of the dense toxic variety and my CAC Scan Score was zero. No evidence of arterial plaque at all. Her argument was, oh but age is a risk factor and you are 65. The test scores were undeniable though and she backed down. But that was me. How many people would have simply taken the meds???

[@IdeoDLaw]

Your md is no better than any other drug dealer

[@CottageCupcake]

CAC scan is very little known by most and doctors NEVER recommend them. This is the ONLY true test for plaque in the arteries.

[@richardhoulton4016]

@@CottageCupcake Mine cost me about $160 to have done (no health insurance covers it). But $160 is nothing if you are concerned.

[@mollypaintscows]

I asked for a CAC scan after my Dr wanted me on a statin. My CAC score is ZERO. My LDL is under 275.

[@susanbhatt3128]

Very interested to read your comment. I just found out that I also have high hereditary cholesterol, Lipoprotein A. Blood pressure normal, LDL slightly elevated (so what), healthy, but, horror or horrors, I am 66YEARS OLD. So, in march “guidelines” and “protocol”, and advice to take statin. 2 aunts had heart attacks in their 70s, but were both long term smokers. My doctor also offered me 2 vaccines, purely because of my age. Really? No drugs for me, lifestyle changes, yes. Other than that, I’ll take my chances and trust in Almighty God.

[@billyshears921]

In Tennessee, LDL normal is 99 or less...North Carolina LDL normal is 125 or less. Dr Dhand is spot on, change your diet, it's in the lousy foods that you eat.

[@rumproast5159]

I just seen a commercial that there is some new study saying below 55. That would be fatal I’m guessing.

[@sherylkeib4993]

And also all the bad things put in food incl the pesticides. Foods are sprayed with Roundup can you believe...how can the FDA approve that? And we are the only country who uses the poisonous GMOs.

[@captainnerd6452]

@@rumproast5159my LDL is 51, and I haven't died yet (that I know of).

[@rumproast5159]

@@captainnerd6452 good luck with that.

[@captainnerd6452]

@@rumproast5159 Well, after my quad bypass a year ago, I also managed to lose 60 pounds, brought my HDL up to 51, and my A1c from 8.1 to 5.3, mainly by diet and walking 2 miles a day. Still taking a statin but I don't think I still need it, but my doctor won't take me off until I have two more checkups like the last one two weeks ago.

[@tommiller4898]

Triple bypass march 2022. Ramipril, amlodipine, bisoprolol, 80 mg atoravastin. 6 months later neuropathy, frost bite up to my knees. Stopped taking prescriptions, berberine, magnesium, vitamin D, B complex. Now I can sleep.

[@leo.girardi]

LOL, with all respect, probably 95% of people on statins do not need them

[@susanbhatt3128]

The brother of a friend of mine took statins for years, he was healthy, active, a golfer. One day on the golf course, just while walking, the tendon in his left leg snapped in two. Needless to say, he is off the statins.

[@paulasusan63]

Were they able to repair it?!

[@akferren1]

I’m 53 and I have no doctor, take no meds.. I am a holistic nutritionist and I’m very particular about my diet

[@annasutton8078]

Thank you for caring. I am 71 and on mo meds. So many friends' who are my age are already on statins. It's no different here in the 🇬🇧 UK. Take charge of your own health.

[@nospringchickendiy]

Thank you for your information. I just went to my cardiologist yesterday and my LDL went from 70 to 114, my cholesterol is 133. I currently take atorvastatin (I do have triple vessel disease so I think it may help some) but only 3 days a week not every day. The cardiologist said I was going to need to take it every day instead. I told him I know why my LDL increased and I have begun my dietary changes to get it back under control. He asked, “like what”. I told him too much sugar and carbs. He said, “sugar doesn’t have anything to do with LDL or cholesterol. He also informed me the new goal for LDL IS 55. So needless to say, I will continue my statin 3 days a week, I will get my eating back in control, and I will see him aga

[@buzzydeckert4743]

Me and hubby suppose to take but make us feel so off we stopped and so far haven’t had problems.

[@SusanCoombes-v2q]

My cholesterol is high, always had been. I recently had investigations for irregular heart rate. It showed i have zero plaque on all my scans. Yet still i was prescribed a statin. Furthermore i was told i eould have to have an injection if i couldnt tolerate it! Im a retired doctor and for 30 years ive said the problem is insulin resistance from our diet. At last someone is listenning. There is a large number of doctors who are onto this now. We didnt evolve to eat manufactured non food. No amount of medication will reverse the damage caused by toxic pseudofood.

[@whereswendy8544]

We must obey our doctor/god, no matter what!

[@darbyc1936]

The general population will not hear this. Of those that do a big portion will still believe their dr.

[@RhythmicEye]

I had an ectopic after a heart op in my early fifties. Post op I volunteered for a University research program into HIIT for recovering heart surgery patients. It was the best thing I ever did because it gave me the key to getting off the meds. I stopped all meds after two years just to see if the ectopic was actually due to the meds because it persisted but would stop for a short period after HIIT sessions. I kept up with HIIT and followed a strict, healthy diet regime with lots of nature's meds. Since stopping the Pharma meds my ectopic has completely disappeared and I run up hills like a teenager again with no skips or jitters in my heart. I'm completely pharma free now btw and as healthy as I've ever been. Oral hygiene is a super important part of this as well, quite simply I don't get sick anymore by routinely staying healthy

[@anitacraighead7038]

Ectopic is a pregnancy where the fertilized egg attaches to the fallopian tubes instead of the uterus. What are you talking about???

[@RhythmicEye]

@@anitacraighead7038 tell that to my cardiologist you genius!!!! Look it up before you give him a call ffs

[@suepalmer4726]

Thank God for a doctor, who really cares about people and educating and informing us I appreciate your videos very much

[@SUPERGLUE93]

I refused statins and now the doctor refuses to see me. Oh well, never mind…

[@CarlaGarner-lp5lj]

They don't want nothing to do with you if you don't make them money

[@BarryAnderson]

Even most MDs do not know the following facts of metabolic issues as follows. IMPORTANT TO NOTE FRIENDS OF X 1-The blood Human PH is a regulator of the body in different values. The blood PH is a value of 7.4 slightly alkaline. Other parts of the body are slightly acidic and the most acidic is your stomach hydrachloric essential acid for the digestion of your foods that goes into decline as you age. The stomach produces a very low PH of 2 very acids and is essential for breaking down our food chime into free-form amino acids. Then your pancreas organ releases high alkaline PH fluids to neutralize the acid foods for safe passage into the small intestine. 2-So it is not the PH of foods to alkalizes the body but really the pancreas digestive organ that is responsible for doing this job. Intermittent FASTING is your best friend to be used against cancer that everyone is born with from cradle to grave. Just consume organic first choice perishable foods first plants fruits and for your B-12 and omega 3 fatty acids wild game meats and wild seafood as condiments only. 4-Avoid all of the simple ultra-processed packaged dead-denatured dry foods that feed cancer cells and cause heart disease. Organic perishable in season from your local organic farming community is your friend. Remember it is your pancreas organ that creates your PH and not the food. 5-The damaging food is simply toxic with a lack of minerals and overage of chemicals. We are overfed and undernourished and this is the real problem. Protect your Pancreas with at least RAW VEGETABLES in every serving. Include condiments of acid-producing fermented cultured vegetables for your prebiotic fiber and your pro-biotic dietary-friendly bacteria that support your gut biome. Diversify and never MONO your diet. Holistic Chef Barry Anderson of Phuket Thailand FACT IS PHARMACUTICAL STATIN DRUGS DEPLETE THE ESSENTIAL HEART PROTECTING CO-ENZYME Q-10. COLESTEROL IS ESSENTIAL FOR HUMAN LIFE AND HEALTH PRODUCED BY YOUR LIVER. No Human being lives with any deficiency of any drug end of story. 1 📷 0 seconds ago @BarryAnderson YOU have ways of adding a sweet taste to your recipes without any need for the food additive of processed white dead sugar. Chef Barry Anderson will share with you your options later very soon for better metabolic health.

[@bonniejeannetucker6992]

Great post Thanks

[@wcole1385]

Thank you for the content DR. Dhand!

[@wdahoi3153]

My GP hardly ever Rx's them unless LDL over HDL ratio way off the charts and other confounding risks. It's really sad how many MDs are dishing them out like candy to any adult who walks in. Anyways, off-patent Statins are so yesterday. Semaglutide is all the rage now.

[@tomjones2348]

I get a lot of video suggestions in my youtube feed, but the minute I find the latest Dr. Dhand video....I'm on it. Thank you Dr. Dhand, for speaking the truth.

[@nickf2170]

New Statin guide lines....DON'T TAKE THEM.

[@SuperBC10]

I had a very good friend, a guy I could trust with my life. He went on statins and became the most bigoted, obnoxious and spiteful person you could imagine. He has zero friends nowadays and persists in his own little world, devoid of empathy and any of his old traits. He insists nothing is wrong. 😢

[@michaelh8167]

Some of the newer research suggests that: Inflammation: Chronic inflammation plays a significant role in heart disease. Statins may not be as effective in reducing inflammation, which could limit their overall benefit. Blood sugar control: Poor blood sugar control is another risk factor for heart disease. Statins may not directly address this issue. Lifestyle factors: Lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, and stress management are crucial for heart health. Statins alone may not be sufficient if these factors are not addressed.

[@cgisme]

Brilliant advice. I have refused statins since god was a lad after reviewing the science and checking the statistics. I asked my doctor what was my chance of having a heart attack/ stroke aged 55 and overweight. He said unlikely in the next year so I said ‘and if I take statins?’ Less likely. Now 74 and better than ever. I eat a plant based diet and over the last 4 years have taken a grand total of 6 paracetamol!

[@ruthannmarie7119]

They sure want to push em with every blood test . No no no

[@lindawhite5006]

I had a low A1c and my PCP keeps trying to put me on diabetes meds! I refuse! I've taken myself off of a lot of meds he's put me on. I'm a retired nurse and not stupid, I know how to research medical opinions. Of course he also chastised me openly for refusing the "jab!" I'm so glad I did. I'm looking for a new PCP!

[@MarGI-t6h]

Dr. Dhand, Ur Kindness its very MUCH appreciated 🍃🌾🌼🏵🙏

[@bimmjim]

I took 3 pills of a statin called Crestor. My legs locked straight. The cramps in my legs were monsterous.

[@John-oc1ew]

Thank you for your videos. I have adjusted my eating habits and go for a lot of walks with a side of muscle workout. I am 68 years old type 2 diabetic and I am working toward just continuing eating healthy and plan on reducing my meds that I take while getting my weight under control. Your exactly right Dr., the answer is not more meds but a healthier lifestyle. 🏃‍♂🚴🏋‍♂

[@marylee4510]

My total cholesterol only exceeded a little from the normal range but doctor right away put me on statin for 3 months. In that 3 months I experience so much muscle pain and 3-4 times anxiety attacks, but at that time I thought I was having asthma attacks (few months after started having insomnia and then diagnosed with anxiety) Even with these incidents the doctor still told me to continue taking them. But I didn't anymore and watching a lot of videos in youtube about this. It's really sad that doctors don't continue to educate themselves with different studies. They will only accept the studies provided by the pharmaceutical companies.

[@JulianChown]

I'm a t1 diabetic with perfect blood pressure, cholestral, and well in my weight range, etc. My Dr's have been pushing me hard for these, and I've refused them, and it's very weird. I'm glad you're covering this! They're probably pushing this because heart issues have increased since 2021 off the back of another drug I won't mention....

[@janedough6575]

50%? I’d say closer to 90%.

[@shekatagani]

Amost two years ago my Doctor wanted to put Me on Statins to lower my Cholesterol, I said no way! I lowered my weight from 246 to 180Lbs. My Blood pressure went down so I could lower my BP Meds and my Numbers for A1C and Cholesterol have come into Normal range, I did this by cutting my Carbs and Sugar, Intermittent Fasting and walking every day! I am 70 years and No statins in my Future!

[@agnesyoung2917]

Statins = Doctor’s little revenue generator.

[@sherry2157]

Wish you were my doctor. Thank you for sharing all this info with us!

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

I refused to take statins, I refused bp meds, I refused all the other crap. I went to an optometrist today to get glasses and they were SHOCKED that I do not have a primary care doc OR a pharmacy. I was told by a doctor years ago to change my diet.... he said "I could give you pills, but changing your diet would be better in the long run"... I had no idea what a GEM he was and very rare!!

[@snopure]

At least they were only shocked. I'd gotten looks of either pity (the assumption I couldn't afford medical care) or disdain when informing a medical professional that I had no primary care doctor.

[@BigBoaby-sg1yo]

@annies…. Best thing to do is fast (1) first week skip breakfast , have light lunch and healthy dinner . (2) second week skip breakfast and lunch have healthy dinner . (3) month 2 alternate day fasting. Record BP and glucose before you start and record again at the end of month 2 .😎

[@wyesjcbnwr8606]

Thank you for sharing. I appreciate it. This provides me with inspiration to do the same.

[@wendyrowland7787]

I wish my doc had educated my husband on diet. So easy to reach for the prescription pad, next patient please. I tried but husbands seldom listen to wives advice. He never missed a dose but carried on eating the kind of crap I wouldn’t entertain.

[@iamthatiam44444]

I went to get mum some pain killers at chemist and the first thing she said to me was ''is this ok to take with ALL your other medications!?" I was 50 at the time but looked 40. So at 40 she expected me on a heap of meds. I said I'm not on any meds but this is for mum anyway. She said ''well your very lucky!"

[@Kathyluvsgoats]

I had blood work done. My Dr put me on statins. After three months I couldn’t walk. Pain everywhere. I had to use a cane to walk. Shoulder pain, back pain, foot pain. Then my hands started hurting. I got off statins on June 11 pain is gone. I can go for walks now. I felt I lost my quality of life. I haven’t told my Dr yet. I tried to tell her what was happening to me she said it was arthritis. But after watching hours of KZbin about statins I knew it was statins, I was right. I got my life back.❤

[@nicthill2206]

I had the same reaction to Beta Blockers, I was nearly crippled by them, mobility kept getting worse and worse and arthritis type knee pain and pain through all my body joints went through the roof, my dr also tried to blame arthritis but i kep sayinv it started when meds started... eventually they conceded it was the meds, apparently it's a "rare" reaction/side effect that degenerates the muscles in the body, causing weakness and severe joint pain due to lack of muscle strength supporting the joints. It was horrible and has taken nearly 18months to start to regain muscle strength once beta blocker meds ceased. .... so be careful it's not just statins that cause this reaction, beta blockers can too, and if you look at most people on heart meds/beta blockers youll notice they all sort of shuffle along unsteady on their feet, now i know whats possible with the side effects i wonder if all those people are having same side effect.

[@patriciaanzelc5386]

I had the same exact experience. Wow. I’m still on statin but lowering my dose helped a lot with pain. I’m going to try to get off all of it,

[@Zill7711]

Well done. If your not broken don’t fix High LDL on a low carb diet may in fact be very healthy. It’s not been studied enough yet

[@Patti-1962]

I started them years ago, and after 3 months I couldn’t walk up stairs. My doctor immediately took me off of them, and I got my muscle tone back after 2 months. Long term statin use can cause permanent muscle damage. I’m SO glad your quality is better and I think you will keep getting better!!!

[@margyeoman3564]

A fool is a fool, is a fool! Knowledge without sense or proof. These are beliefs of doctors. Not scientific researched proofs. Lazy medicine.

[@sterterous]

I think after the last few years we all need to be cautious about the medications pushed by doctors and big pharma.

[@patriciagriffiths8482]

Just to add .... pushed on Drs by big pharma and doctor governing bodies, which is not giving reasons for dtrs, they too are complicit, though big pharma controls all of them, and by default our health. Thanks goes to the few brave doctors and their awakening patients....

[@theclotshotdidit3115]

Can't argue with that

[@laurameixner2897]

You would think people would have learned something after being forced to take untested vaccines Don't ever give up control your own body and health

[@melissaa152]

Absolutely! Every year he FDA withdraws approval from drugs, medical products, and devices it had previously approved. And you can be certain that it is not until the evidence of harm is overwhelming and has gone on for years. So consider that with every drug you are prescribed. Just because it is deemed “safe & effective” this year, that may not always be the case.

[@susankriney9611]

Amen

[@thearcaneartbyjac5170]

His doctor was constantly trying to push statins on my husband, even though he explicitly told her he did not want to be on them. His cholesterol was a bit high but that was it. He ended up having to go in at get a Cardiac catheterization for a separate issue, and they sent in a camera to check a small aortic aneurism's progress... His cardiologist said he had the CLEANEST arteries he had ever seen. So, no... he certainly didn't need STATINS. They are very much over prescribed.

[@jeanthornton2441]

the olny guideline needed for statins is to red flag every doctor that prescribes them

[@christinereich6050]

100 percent

[@thisisme3238]

Same here

[@stavross3321]

My parents are statin victims.

[@marylynch951]

💯

[@stevelanghorn1407]

Yes, you should definitely question your GP / MD about them, but it’s a bit more complicated than that. Yes, I know about Cholesterol, all the potential side effects & “Big Pharma” etc…but Statins do have a beneficial place in some circumstances…like many medicines. And Dr Dhand is right to say they’ve been over-prescribed since they were initially welcomed as a “wonder drug”, which was a bit of an exaggeration, to say the least!

[@wisdomrules8474]

My doctor's nurse was in shock when I told her that I wouldn't take statins and she treated me like a rebellious child. I wanted to tell her that she's a brainwashed 🐑, but I refrained. 😅

[@sherylkeib4993]

Been there, same thing. Yes, best for yourself to keep from telling her off, but it can be difficult!

[@debmarrett212]

I had a very similar experience from my doctor.

[@paulasusan63]

I would have!!

[@jrae6608]

Same here, refused statin

[@marylynch951]

​@@jrae6608 Same here

[@ClassicJukeboxBand]

I would say more like 99 percent, but that's my opinion based on the fact that high cholesterol is not a real disease...

[@sirclarkmarz]

Just like ADHD and ADHD which are just individual personality traits and not a disorder . Just an excuse to sell drugs they couldn't find another use for .

[@pauloconnor1879]

Dr Dhand, I tried sharing this video to my FB Health Group & FB blocked it. Just terrible, we live in a free speech country that won’t let you have free speech. 🤦‍♂️

[@AnneMB955]

Will never be part of FB. Am so disappointed for you. You’re just trying to help others.

[@rouxchat6033]

Never did FB never will.

[@FOX007-um1wr]

I HATE Facebook, don't have one, but many of my friends and family do. People don't like change, so they stay. Facebook is a very dangerous platform, and I don't take to kindly in having my Constitutional rights violated. Therefore I choose NOT to support them with an account!!!

[@Want2cJesus]

​@@FOX007-um1wr As if YT doesn't censor all the time. Free speech is over!

[@libbert5757]

I want to recommend Watching KZbin video Dr.SHIVA LIVE: The Swarm- How the Few Control the Many. What WE Do to Break Free. Dr.Shiva Ayyadurai MIT PhD Biological Engineer Massachusetts academic scientist was the first to #FireFauci in March 2020. He is a world leading expert on the Immune System. Dr. Shiva Ayyadurai tells it like it is. He has a grassroots movement for TRUTH FREEDOM HEALTH.

[@harryviking6347]

Damn it! There are NO bad cholesterol! Only bad doctors!

[@ashleylaw]

Correct. Vital and we need lots of it.

[@pmitchell6819]

Ok…well that is just false! There are plenty of good medical providers! When you find a ‘good’ provider that you feel comfortable with then address your concerns over taking medications. A ‘good provider (physician, physician associate, NP) will work as a team with you and listen/hears what you are concerned about. If they don’t then they aren’t the right provider. There truly are many excellent providers. High lipids, high triglycerides, will make plaque in your vessels including the coronary arteries that lay on top of heart and if they get clogged…that is when heart attacks (Mi) happen. This is not something to play around with. Good luck

[@herbbowler2461]

The cholesterol in your blood was produced by your own liver. For a reason. No. There is no bad cholesterol.

[@herbbowler2461]

​@@pmitchell6819 Doctors simply are not trained in health. Stay away from the doctor.

[@jax9349]

I told my Dr " I would rather drop dead with a heart attack than get dementia ". ...

[@elizagoodytwoshoes9140]

I like your style👍

[@ge73]

@@jax9349 I agree. All doctors want to do is medicated you up. They make money on writing prescriptions.

[@dedragalyon6879]

My doctor told me to pick my poison, dementia or a heart attack. I said, heart attack which stunned him into silence.

[@janloudon5243]

Totally agree. Told my Dr the same.

[@baraitalo]

What about a stroke?

[@Jacquie_Kirk_111]

Thank you for EXPOSING THE TRUTH!

[@peggypieters661]

Not much of a surprise here; our healthcare is messed up beyond belief. In fact, the institution as a whole are both dangerous and frightening.

[@lindapooh1970]

Completely agree

[@faza553]

Medical SERVICES ≠ HEALTH care

[@Lovela11]

They are beyond reach- nothing can be done of these thugs! Cancer, heart disease, cancer, autism- neurological issues etc., on the increase and general public are helpless

[@faza553]

@@Lovela11 General public only helpless until individuals commit to restoring their centre of gravity to its proper location - one has to transform into a heretical renegade to hold on to one's health and sanity -

[@herbbowler2461]

​@@Lovela11 We are not helpless. We can do some studies and stay away from the doctors!

[@fezzypepper8525]

Here's my new statin guidelines...I avoid them like the plague.

[@neilbanschbach1508]

What a new message for a t-shirt to wear to your Dr's appt.

[@gregnixon1296]

Statin use gave me tremendous muscular leg pain. When I stopped the statins, the leg pain stopped also. (Edited for spelling.)

[@Beyondme7700]

Yup messes with bones

[@geraldtakala1721]

No, muscles

[@ruthhamilton4882]

My husband, too

[@TR-nv3if]

Me too, plus amnesia episodes..

[@TheYellowrose21]

Same either way me

[@wdahoi3153]

What ever happened to: Just say NO to drugs ?

[@holson2112]

😂 for real!

[@elizagoodytwoshoes9140]

My mother always told me don’t stick anything up your nose how many people stuck those tests up to their blood brain barrier, criminal.

[@Zill7711]

😂👍

[@anderander5662]

$$$$$

[@mkirwan7165]

​@@holson2112,, Nnnnnno

[@NursePeterMAbraham]

The "absolute risk reduction" for statins is less than 1% with side effects -- that can take years to show up, but show up none the less, of cognitive decline leading to dementia, increasing blood sugars leading to pre-diabetes, diabetes, out-of-control diabetes, muscle aches and pains, tendon rupture.

[@julietcunningham852]

Me at 76 or so:Real geographical cognitive decline (how do I get from here to there?, where did I put...?) on one month of a statin. A year plus off, and it's I think I know how to get there, and if I look long and hard enough, I will find what I lost. My doctor is not happy, and it's been a year plus since I saw her. Not sure I'm gong back.

[@nathanielovaughn2145]

​@@julietcunningham852 I urge you NOT to see that quack again.

[@mjones1122]

I think the JUPITER study showed a 0.29% difference between the statin group and the control group. However a 200 billion dollar industry was born. Wonder what new industries are just on the horizon by these studies...

[@blacksorrento4719]

Yes was advised I needed to take Statins, I said No. Now I am seen as a non compliant patient. My body, my choice.

[@stavross3321]

Drug companies say 1% advantage based on their funded studies. If there were independent studies that number would be 0.0% excluding dangerous side effects.

[@imbonkers3629]

Statins stop your liver from producing cholesterol 😮 what else does it do 😮 no thanks Il just eat more healthier thanks ☺️

[@tdgdbs1]

What??? No fan of drugs but this is not how it works.

[@rockhopper01]

@@tdgdbs1 this is exactly how they work. What the poster IS wrong about, however, is that diet can always affect cholesterol numbers. The cholesterol content of food does not necessarily correlate to cholesterol numbers in the blood.

[@UnknownUser-sc6jx]

It's a hmg coa reductase inhibitor that means they shut down the path way for cholesterol testosterone Vitmain D and Coq10 they're poison

[@imbonkers3629]

@@rockhopper01 did you know they halved the number think it’s was 350 now 175 do more people take statins , let’s just say as a healthy 60yo wth low cholesterol levels il keep eating healthy and enjoy your drugs that stop your body doing what it’s supposed too

[@paulasusan63]

They cause many other serious side effects!

[@rphnick]

I remember in pharmacy school 30 years ago thinking statins were a scam. I don't remember the stats, but my professor talked about how many people had to be treated for a certain length of time to reduce the chance of one person having a heart attack. I felt like I was the only one who thought it was the punch line to a bad joke. The cherry on top, was no substantial decrease in mortality. I clearly remember thinking there was no point in taking these meds.

[@DebraRN1195]

I agree, and yet as an RN I have to administer them to patients just like you are forced to dispense them.

[@emeselovey1713]

My Dr tried to prescribe me statins, despite my cholesterol is great, all heart tests are excellent, and all extensive blood work is great. I'm 59 and my mother had health issues so he tried to convince me it is for preventative measures as I am getting up in age and take zero prescriptions. I asked why would I start as I eat healthy and in good health and would like to research it first. Kept trying to convince me otherwise and finally noted "patient refuses recommended advice" like I am a fool for not blindly taking it. He also lectured me several times for not taking the covid shots as well. Despite being my Dr for 30 yrs and only going for annual bloodwork and exams, I won't be going back.

[@sammokkasmith]

Time to look for a new doctor. That is called gaslighting the patient. If a doctor is arrogant and condescending; it usually means they are incompetent and you need to move on.

[@catb4918]

I think what most ppl don't understand is, Drs are REQUIRED to offer & ask the patient if they want this or that vax or this or that therapy. The patient always has the option of saying NO... & the next time your Dr wants to put you on a statin or whatever, ask them.... are YOU taking it? 😂

[@shadytreez]

There is an old saying... "Your life is as long as your doctor is knowledgeable." I remid people most doctors barely passed med school.

[@eliseresnick8026]

⁠@@catb4918Yes, this is true. If a doctor does not follow certain guidelines that are considered best practice, they could be sued if something happens that could be seen as due to not following these guidelines. That is why it has to be documented in your record. It’s really a CYA move but the doctor should have explained that to you. Unless of course they really believe in what they are saying. Many doctors do not think for themselves and would rather have information fed to them without questioning the validity of said information. If your gut instinct tells you this is not your person, walk away and find someone you can trust and relate to. This is what I have been telling my own patients for over 25 years.

[@baraitalo]

Genuinely interested - why do you do blood tests every year if you're not interested in any medical intervention?

[@a3300000]

I’ll go see a doctor if I break a leg or need an operation. Other than that I’ll maintain my own health.

[@JasonBrown-dd7dj]

Your a wise person,play silly games get silly prizes

[@dlrx4566]

Thank you Dr Dhand. I too was prescribed statins after I went on a Keto way of eating... I took the statins and felt worse than ever before and decided to stop taking them. A year later when I had bloodtests done my GP was horrified at my high cholestrol levels and sent me to a cardiologist who dealt with female heart problems... it was a Godsent as she looked at my tests results and asked me if I was on a ketogenic diet.. I said yes .. she did a number of tests and said to me: "Continue as you are as you are doing a great job"... With the "explosion" of Alzheimers and Dementia - I would urge people to take a look at the cause.

[@sammokkasmith]

Many doctors are starting to stop statins because of the brain being over 70 percent fat. I talked to many people who are having memory issues since taking stains. They are using alternative medicine to fix there cholesterol . If you look at the raw data on cholesterol it only helps less then 1/3 of a percent of the people. Ask your doctor with any medication what are the numbers. One in 20 helps; one in 10; one in 50.... just ask. I did and was disappointed. New England Journal of Medicine tells all of us to be proactive with our doctor to improve our health. Life style chances with medicines when needed.

[@dlrx4566]

​@@sammokkasmithmy solution has been to stop taking every single medication I was prescribed and rather adapt my diet and lifestyle... and I've never felt better. Bid pharma medications have side-effects & if there were aby ever stated.. I got all of them.

[@incognito595]

Our Brains Needs Cholesterol! Case Closed. If you take a Drug, and You Feel WORSE, A LOT WORSE, LISTEN TO WHAT YOUR BODY IS TELLING YOU! IT IS SAYING "NO!" "STOP."

[@EveStuart-s5n]

I’ve got sky high LDL too. I’m on a Ketovore diet/lifestyle with intermittent fasting. My Doctor tried to scare me with the fact that I would die of a stroke or heart attack. I’m not bothered at all. My HDL is high and my triglycerides are low. My blood sugar HBA1c is continuously 9:56 falling to healthy levels. I feel and look great. We need Cholesterol.

[@alidaroy794]

I am on Atorvastatin with a famial history of raised cholesterol. I want to stop is it possible

[@juliegood7999]

My doc prescribed a statin but I never took one dose. I ate oatmeal twice a day and cut out fried food and sugar to the best of my ability After 6 months went back to cholesterol dropped 52 points and dropped 40 pds. She was so proud of herself 😅😅😅😅😅. I told her I never took one pill…she said oh, guess you don’t need a refill then

[@kateoneal4215]

😂😂😂😂. ❤

[@theresewalters1696]

Good for you!

[@HopefulEmpath]

Great story!! 😆

[@sassyt1545]

You may want to eliminate the oatmeal, if you care about insulin resistance.

[@crystalbelle2349]

@@sassyt1545not instant oats, but rolled oats eaten raw as a bedtime snack lowered my cholesterol much better than any statins had, although the statins WERE great at destroying my muscles. Chewing raw oats without adding anything actually has a sweet flavor but is an acquired taste. Rather than statins, I learned to love those oats lol :)

[@signs9587]

I get together with some other women who are all around my age (60's) and they all follow a different political view from me. Thankfully we don't talk politics and I really like them. However one of the women brought up the issue of statins. She was watching Good Morning America recently they they were saying on the show how statins were so good and beneficial for many people...even those who don't have high cholesterol! Sigh...they just mostly watch MSM and believe what they are being told!

[@PistolPete3322]

I’ve been in the same situation. I just clam up.

[@charlesjackson1588]

Time to ditch those friends and get new ones

[@theresewalters1696]

Then how will they learn? ​@PistolPete3322

[@sherylkeib4993]

Since I don't have high cholesterol and my dr is pushing stains on me, I've read many studies etc and I can't find out how they would benefit me physically so I won't take them. Took them for awhile, made me pre diabetic and severe itching. Would be diabetic if I had continued. I try instead to eat healthy.

[@danschwartz1950]

Pray for their conversion.

[@bluemoon-pm5hv]

When I was told I have high cholesterol I was put on statins,took them a few days and started having numbness in my right leg. I dropped them like a hot rock. My leg is back to normal, I backed way off on sugar and try excersing as much as possible. I have no faith in the medical field anymore as well as our government. Alot of darkness around us right now,keep your heart in the right place people. God Bless all🙏✌️❤️

[@kati-ana]

I don't see this information lessening how doctors prescribe statins because they love that huge bonus check they get at the end of the month.

[@imbonkers3629]

Just say no thanks 😊

[@sirclarkmarz]

That would be a kickback and that's illegal . But what they do is get Country Club memberships free vacations leases on luxury vehicles that someone else pays for this goes on and on

[@geraldtakala1721]

What is your source for this information?

[@kcludlow1]

@@sirclarkmarznot true

[@kcludlow1]

@@sirclarkmarzit is illegal to get so much as a pen

[@colinboreham2744]

My doctor tried to get me on statins because I was 52 years old. No other reason…just my age. I haven’t talked to him since.

[@CricketGirrl]

I hope you left negative feedback for him on places like healthgrades. It's really important for other patients to hear things like this!

[@joshuaa3075]

Over 400% greater chance of memory loss with st.tns

[@crystalbelle2349]

Thank you! Explains a lot.❤

[@jeffj318]

Where are you getting your information? Please include a link or links.

[@joshuaa3075]

Jeff, links usually get deleted when talking about this subject. You can find many by searching. Try looking at title. Dr Paul Mason - the truth about St…. At the very end of that video quotes a study it is 440 percent greater chance of memory loss

[@rolandopera7273]

@@joshuaa3075 You shouldn't trust any person when they say that they know the truth about something

[@aldo1814]

I've always had high blood pressure and "heart issues", throughout my whole career in the Army. When I retired, the doc tried putting me on a handful of meds to correct it, but I refused. I researched and ate lots of fresh garlic and started walking after every meal, and avoiding processed foods. I'm good to go now!

[@charflorida5433]

I hate statins. I tried 3, as doctors forced them down my throat. I was not on them very long. Huge side effects, from hair loss, to chest pain, to muscle cramps. I finally discovered the cause of my high cholesterol was insulin resistence (and yet doctors rarely test insulin) and the cure for my high cholesterol and many other metabolic problems was intermittent fasting, along with a healthy diet that I made even healthier. Thank you doctor for getting out the truth that too often it is about the money.

[@Thecelestial1]

I'm interested in finding out if I'm insulin resistant. What test did you do to show that?

[@charflorida5433]

@@Thecelestial1 A fasting insulin test. Along with glucose. Then the Homa IR formula. Insulin x Glucose divided by 405. If your result is above 1.5, you are insulin resistent.

[@Thecelestial1]

@@charflorida5433 thanks

[@realsteel8113]

I had the exact same 👍🏼 No longer taking any statins

[@Ariella-mx3xq4cw6n]

I would put it at a 100% too many people. You may get 3 more days of life if you have had had a heart attack. Compared to the side effects is it worth it?

[@shirleykurtz]

No!

[@dorothypuntarich784]

Look at infant formula ingredients!!! Non-fat milk & seed oils are just some😢 Developing babies/ children need cholesterol, animal fats, raw milk, cheese, kefi, fermented foods extremely important for brain & gut health etc.

[@sandrahbradley1511]

Yeah the ingredients in the dry babyfood is stagering I couldn't believe the ingredients put in this stuff, its sickening to give growing babies this crap.

[@LilyGazou]

I made a video about it- gave the info on how to make your own- if it’s even necessary.

[@mctrustsnoone3781]

I’ll take my chances with the Oreos rather than the statins, thank you.

[@HopefulEmpath]

I can’t remember the last time I had an Oreo. Thanks a lot…now I want a few. 😆

[@joanneadamovich8114]

Oreos contain genetically engineerd ingredients.

[@mctrustsnoone3781]

@@HopefulEmpath lol… sorry about that!

[@mctrustsnoone3781]

@@joanneadamovich8114 sorry, my comment was meant to be a bit tongue-in-cheek and a reference to the work by Dr Nick Norwitz. Those of us on a keto/carnivore diet may have higher cholesterol. Dr Nick demonstrated that he could lower his levels using Oreos. Interesting study, he’s an excellent resource. Genetically modified ingredients aside, I’d still rather take that risk than touch a statin.

[@HopefulEmpath]

@@joanneadamovich8114 Yes, I know, hence my dilemma! 😬🤷🏼‍♀😆

[@mariangarratt5938]

Was in the hospital 3 years ago for dehydration, which happened from a reaction to an antibiotic. They refused to give me fluids that I needed and looked for a different cause because I am “elderly”. I was prescribed Lipitor. I said I have never had high cholesterol. I have been mainly vegetarian since I was a teenager. They looked into my records and told me my last test was 3 years before. I said that I had a test 3 months ago and it was perfect. They ordered a test and of course, I didn’t need Lipitor. I am outraged that because I’m in my 80’s now, they routinely think I need all the stuff other old people take and without tests. I am not on any prescription medication at all. I plan to keep it that way. 😊

[@SMElder-iy6fl]

I just don't trust my doctor. I have never had high cholesterol, but he said I "might develop it". He prescribed it despite my attempts to talk to him, but I have not and will not take statins.

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

I have a friend that is 80 and just put on a Statin. I have told her before my feelings, but she is adamant that the 'doctors always right". We shall see.

[@mattiesful]

Good for you. Stay drug free! My mom is 95 yrs old and on no medication/x eye drops for dry eyes. She’s sharp as a tack, has a few aches and pains from arthritis but really very good. I’ve been an RN for almost 40 yrs and the sickest people were the ones on pharmaceuticals. The more medication the sicker they were.

[@leecarlson9713]

I am an 80 year old woman. I take my hypothyroid medication, and drops for dry eyes, and that is it! My cardiologist told me I have the heart of a 40 year old. I just returned from a 2600 mile solo road trip. I plan on traveling around my home state (Texas), as a solo tent camper. At one time I was prescribed a statin, and I took it 3 weeks, and got off it. Hated that I could bleed from a light bump on my body.

[@leecarlson9713]

I am an 80 year old woman. I take my hypothyroid medication, and drops for dry eyes, and that is it! My cardiologist told me I have the heart of a 40 year old. I just returned from a 2600 mile solo road trip. I plan on traveling around my home state (Texas), as a solo tent camper. At one time I was prescribed a statin, and I took it 3 weeks, and got off it. Hated that I could bleed from a light bump on my body.

[@zuzuspetals8323]

Don’t forget kickbacks from pharmaceutical companies. Appalling! Thank you, Dr. Dhand, as ever.

[@tombrammer4244]

False, MD s in the US do not get kickbacks, I’ve never seen nor heard of it in my 35 years of a big hospital based MD

[@amosdoyle]

My wife is a physician and she has never received a "kickback" from any medication she prescribed.

[@ruthie2222]

I would like the data on blood pressure medication. How many who have had heart attacks and strokes have been on BP meds and how long?

[@scottmottler9461]

Statins should be outlawed in the United States I was on 40 mg lovastatin for years and had leg pains so bad I could not walk I stopped taking and I feel 10 years younger i. Also had memory loss got it all back and will never take statins again

[@helenporter7584]

The vast majority don’t need statins but doctors in the .uK have to offer as on their protocol. Read Dr Malcolm Kendrick’s book. They also keep lowering the target level!

[@dedetudor.]

It's all about the Benjamins. I'm seriously angry at today's medical "professionals. And it's gone from bad to worse.

[@sammokkasmith]

Doctors type in your disease, age, and the program lists medications you need to be on. You just have to ask the doctor the numbers on each medication. Do your own research on how each medication, how it works, side effects and find a balance between what works for you and what does not. You are responsible to work with your doctor for the best balance with life style chances and medications. Your doctor is required to give you full disclosure of each medication they prescribe. Most doctors are truly only interested in helping there patients. They love to have a patient that asks questions and wants to live a healthier life. Saying no should not end in gaslighting from a true competent doctor.

[@dedetudor.]

@@sammokkasmith I have never found that to be true. Not one Dr ever has offered to discuss the contraindications of any drug. You must not be from this planet? A friend of mine was on 12 different drugs. A Dr. Prescribed 2 more in one visit. It was the pharmacist who saved her... "Trouble breathing" was listed on more than one of the drugs she was prescribed. The Drs are negligent. I don't take any anymore and became knowledgeable in homeopathy. Fixed me right up.

[@robertkreamer7522]

When I wouldn’t take a statin because I knew I didn’t need it and at my age, my risk for a stroke was much higher and statins are implicated in strokes among other things . He fired me as his patient and his parting comment was why I prescribe statins five times a day. .

[@incognito595]

Yeah. They FIRE YOU BECAUSE YOU STAND UP FOR YOURSELF! I KNOW THIS TO BE A FACT.

[@sammokkasmith]

Arrogant doctors are usually incompetent too.

[@thisisme3238]

It was his loss, not yours. Doctors are very uncomfortable with us when we won't buy their B's.

[@christopherallen9580]

and he gets a kickback too

[@pennyng2779]

Q

[@darbyc1936]

When you reduce your LDL, you put yourself at a higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other problems that end up putting you on more drugs. Statins are practice builders.

[@sammokkasmith]

My Cholesterol was very low and my arteries were clean and I had a heart attack with AFIB. I was given so many medications in the hospital that I died and was on life support. My family was told it is only a matter of time before I would be dead. It was a long road back and with great doctors, nurses, rehab. I worked with great doctors and got off a lot of medications and survived. Look for private practice fundamental doctors to get you on track. I can not say enough for the wonderful people who are helped me to recover.

[@jrnumex9286]

practice what? geeti ng on drug train i guess

[@lesleyhubble2976]

I’m in the U.K., why when you get to a certain age doctors want to find illness and prescribe medication, when you just age. If you’re ok, what’s the point

[@lydiabond5393]

Same in US

[@marywinn8953]

My husband was prescribed statins. After awhile he was complaining about how much his back hurt. It started getting very painful. I told him about it can cause terrible muscle pain and it doesn't help that much. He stopped taking them and feels so much better.

[@drsuneeldhand]

Sorry to hear this Mary

[@mars-cs4uk]

The bottom line is what food you're eating is important, otherwise you can take the candy. YOUR FOOD IS MEDICINE.

[@mourningwarblers5863]

Years ago Dr John Young of Largo, FL, got in trouble with United "Healthcare" for not prescribing enough statins. Dr Young is a young relic of the past: a REAL physician!😊

[@madplanet3351]

Stay away from the big pharma dealer.

[@charmorrissey1664]

I was on statins for over 20 years and very sick from the beginnjng. Nobody knew what was wrong to where they thought I might have cancer. Finally, a weird set of circumstances indicated I was highly allergic to statins. Stopped n got well.

[@phillipgriffiths9624]

This doctor is fantastic, so glad we have him!

[@ctaylor5682]

For sure!! 👌😎

[@mariekatherine5238]

I tried a statin once many years ago. It only lowered my cholesterol slightly, but, I had to postpone the follow up appointment twice until I was able to get out of bed, shower, dress, and drive to the doctor’s surgery on my own. I had such horrid body aches and fatigue, I had to be statin free for two weeks in order to function normally. Haven’t touched the things since.

[@karrskarr]

Fortunately I was lucky enough to get a quinta bypass, but unfortunately the statins drained all my trace elements, and left with me with 5% str/stam. CKD, and diabetes. With radical diet change, and correct supplementation, I am recoverying well, up to 40%, at approx 1% gain per day. Note it was my own self-harm that caused this initial heart probs. Thank you for your share.

[@rh1203]

Mom said Statins were rat poison. 😳

[@kouritasvonkafthor468]

I refused to take statins when my doctor prescribed them 6 months ago. I am 65 years old. I had: cholesterol 205mg/dl triglycerides 72mg/dl, HDL 50mg/dl, LDL 141 glucose 90 and blood pressure 6.5 diastolic 10.5 systolic. When I refused he bullied me telling me that I would have brain and cardiovascular problems. For several days I was very anxious. I relaxed somewhat when I started watching the videos uploaded by you and other doctors who serve people and not corporate interests. Thank you very much

[@kathleenstrelnikow5356]

Those are not blood pressure readings. A normal BP reading is 120 Systolic and 80 Diastolic. Of course, that varies, but your readings of 6.5 and 10.5 are readings for some blood test, I think.

[@mancunianinlondon]

They can have horrible side effects too. Stay away from them

[@SJ-bq6pl]

Just a cash cow then... is anything in medicine not rotten and corrupt now?

[@shirleykurtz]

No!

[@williamh4172]

The flaw in the study would be concluding that they ever are needed at all.

[@sherylkeib4993]

There are studies saying that statins lower cholesterol, but many doctors at national health care facilities want patients who don't have high cholesterol to take them. Why???

[@HopefulEmpath]

@@sherylkeib4993 For profits to the pharm companies I guess. Or more evil, to make you ill from the effects of taking statins.

[@williamh4172]

@sherylkeib4993 - cholesterol is made by and needed by your body. The problem is that there is no good science that actually correlates higher cholesterol levels alone with cardiovascular risk. They fabricated a BS study long ago to claim it does. There are many factors that influence cardiovascular health.

[@shirleykurtz]

Money, money, money!

[@thatcarlifeR8]

Wait? Drugs are pushed in us even though we don’t need them? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bikingback]

I have been off statins now for around 6 months. Getting my mojo back , sleeping much better and feeling better because i feel normal. Just had all my bloods done a 2 weeks ago and I have " Bloods of a thirty year old, cholesterol is a little high (6.8) " quote. Time to start enjoying life.

[@krakatoa1200]

Our local surgery advised both my wife and myself to start taking Statins. Our cholesterol levels were 'On the limit' We decided to adjust our diet, rather than take Statins. We found out through the grapevine, that the surgery were offered financial benefits to prescribe them.

[@user-gz3kp6im9z]

It’s alll about making MONEY$$$$$$$ for PHARMA…MDs ….dr. Gates……..THE BODY KNOWS HOW TO HEAL ITSELF….‼️‼️‼️😊😄

[@SongMom8]

Doc wanted to prescribe me a statin based on a non-fasting lab. I was barely above “normal”.

[@rohinihyde4766]

Thank you Dr Dhand for another honest and informative video. About 5 years ago my doctor prescribed Lipitor 20mg for me as my cholesterol was mildly elevated. Within a few months I was having trouble walking as my legs felt very weak. A blood test was done, at my insistence, as my then doctor was a great statin believer, and my CK levels were found to be elevated, and my muscles were being damaged. Stopped Lipitor immediately and gradually I returned to normal. I continued with my healthy diet and haven't had any regrets about getting off Lipitor. That was a scarry experience. By the way changed doctors too.

[@caljim01]

My friends husband got a phone call from his GP surgery recently. The nurse informed him they had issued him a prescription for Statins. He asked why he needed them. They said "for your low kidney function" Confused, he said "but I am not aware I have low kidney function? I've had no tests done. I haven't even been to the surgery for over five years" She answered "oh yes, this is from a test you had SIX YEARS AGO" Statins do not benefit ANYONE. In fact they harm. And now GP's are just blatantly Drug pushing for profit at the expense of their patients health and even lives. I didn't think I could be act more disgusted by our health care system but they manage to outdo themselves every day - present company excepted of course!

[@missgaia12]

I just appreciate your work and courage to say the TRUTH so much! Thank you, doctor. People like you change the world.

[@reginamay2767]

I have had doctors tell me to take statins to i gnired it all and fired the doctors. Iam now 67 yrs old still not taking poisen statins.

[@foreveryoung999]

Exercise & eat healthy. Dont go near statins.