The Health Risks of Statins

Show summary:

Justin Smith, the producer-director of the enlightening documentary Statin Nation, discusses why statins (cholesterol medication) are the most over-prescribed medication in the western world and how they can cause more harm in the body than good. He explains what cholesterol is and busts some common cholesterol myths, including why high cholesterol isn’t the root cause of heart disease. Justin also offers his tips and advice on how to manage cholesterol naturally through diet and lifestyle.

What you’ll learn:

The shocking truth about statins which made Justin want to make the documentary.
An overview of heart disease and what really causes heart problems.
What cholesterol is and how it works in the body.
Common cholesterol myths and the link between heart disease and cholesterol.
The role of saturated fats and why they are not the cause of heart disease.
What statins are, how they work and why they are so overly prescribed.
The health risks associated with taking statins and what long-term statin use can do to the body.
How to manage cholesterol and heart health naturally through diet and lifestyle.

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Guest Bio:

Justin Smith is an independent documentary filmmaker. He is the producer/director of Statin Nation 1 and 2, Body Electric and the Brain Electric. Justin is also the author of Statin Nation the book. Prior to being a documentary filmmaker, Justin was a personal trainer and sports massage therapist. He’s had a number of articles published in major publications, including a leading feature article in the Sunday Telegraph about cholesterol and statins.
Justin is currently working on a documentary series about stress.