Hormones and Health
The conversation dives into the complexities of hormone levels and their impact on health, emphasizing that what's considered "normal" may not be optimal for everyone. As stress and aging take their toll, many experience fatigue and joint pain, leading to a reliance on medications like statins. However, there's a growing push for lifestyle interventions and personalized medicine before resorting to pharmaceuticals, highlighting the need for a more tailored approach to healthcare.In this clip
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I have a question about this episode Optimizing Your Health: Diagnostic Tests, Choosing a Doctor, Sleep, Longevity, Inflammation and More with Jordan Shlain MD and this Cholesterol Health Journey. I did my bloodwork and cholesterol came up super high: LDL 7.5, NON-HDL 8.2, HDL 1.35, Total Cholesterol 9.6, HDL Ratio 7.12, Triglycerides 1.68. The doctor wants to put me on statins, but at 38 years old, I don't feel comfortable with that. I've listened to many of your podcasts and experts opposing statins. I probably have Familial Hypercholesterolemia, as both my parents suffered from high cholesterol. If my CT score is not good enough, the doctor told me to start statins immediately. I know that statins can shorten life expectancy and damage cognitive brain function. However, I did an echo-radiology test, and my heart results were excellent. Should I go on statins, or should I approach a more aggressive diet/lifestyle? Are statins the only way if I am diagnosed with Familial Hypercholesterolemia?
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