S4E11: Before You Take a Statin: Is Cholesterol Really the Problem?

About this episode

The episode discusses the implications of taking statins and challenges common perceptions about cholesterol.

You've been told your cholesterol is high. Your doctor mentions a statin. But… do you actually know what that medication does inside your body? In this episode, we break down how statins work, what they block beyond cholesterol (hint: it affects your cellular energy), why LDL isn't simply "bad," and the deeper reasons cholesterol may rise in the first place. This isn't about fear. It's about informed decisions. Book a Free Clarity Call . We'd love to talk to you! Ask us a question and we will answer on the podcast🎙️Drop it here . Pharmacist Kari Coody and Integrative Health Practitioner Jenn Patriarca host weekly conversations meant to cut through the overwhelm of alternative healthcare options. Simple, effective, easy ways to pursue health and gain an understanding without a prescription pad. It's time to simplify the process of healing. Add us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/cornerstoneintgrativehealing Check out our site: www.cornerstoneintegrativehealing.com Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cornerstoneintegrativehealth Add us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/cornerstoneintegrativehealing.com Send us an Email: hello@cornerstoneintegrativehealing.com Free download…

People in this episode

Hosts: Kari Coody, Jenn Patriarca

Topics covered

• cholesterol
• statins
• health decisions
• cellular energy
• alternative healthcare

Keywords

• cholesterol
• statins
• healthcare
• LDL
• cellular energy
• informed decisions

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Organizations: Cornerstone Integrative Healing

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