What You Must Know About Statin Drugs & Their Natural Alternatives A Consumer's Guide to Safely Using Lipitor, Zocor, Pravachol, Crestor, Mevacor, or Natural Alternatives Jay S. Cohen, MD

ISBN: 0-7570-0257-9 Length: 224 Pages Size: 6 X 9-inch Format: Quality Paperback Category: Health Price: $15.95 US / $23.95 CAN Availability: In Print   Contents Reviews

Elevated cholesterol and C-reactive proteins are markers linked to heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular disorders. It is estimated that over 100 million Americans--more than a third of our population--suffer from these conditions. To combat these problems, modern science has created a group of drugs known either as statins or as specific commercial drugs such as Lipitor, Zocor, and Pravachol. While over 20 million people take these medications, the fact is that up to 42 percent experience side effects, and a whopping 60 to 70 percent eventually quit treatment. This is truly unfortunate, since statins have proven to be so effective. Here, for the first time, is a guide that explains the problems caused by statins, and offers easy-to-follow strategies that will allow you to benefit from these drugs while avoiding their side effects. In addition, the author provides natural alternatives that have also proven effective.

Written by a highly qualified researcher and physician, What You Must Know About Statin Drugs & Their Natural Alternatives begins by explaining elevated cholesterol and C-reactive proteins. It then examines how statins work to alleviate these problems, and discusses possible side effects. Highlighted are facts about the medications' usage, including a discussion of difficulties caused by standard dosage levels and information on safer usage. The author even explains how you can identify those who may be sensitive to statins, and offers safe and effective alternative treatments.

If you have elevated cholesterol and C-reactive proteins, or if you are currently using a statin, What You Must Know About Statin Drugs & Their Natural Alternatives can make a profound difference in the quality of your life.

Jay S. Cohen, MD, is an associate professor of family and preventive medicine and of psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego, where he teaches medical students and staff. For over thirteen years, Dr. Cohen specialized in psychopharmacology. Since 1990, he has conducted research on drugs and their side effects. He is the author of numerous research papers, published articles, and books, including Over Dose: The Case Against the Drug Companies. Dr. Cohen and his family live in Del Mar, California.

Contents

Preface

Introduction

1. Avoiding Statin Overtreatment or Undertreatment

2. How Much Cholesterol-Lowering Do You Really Need?

3. The Right Statin at the Right Dose

4. Low-Dose Statins

5. Why Do People Respond so Differently to Statin Drugs?

6. Women and Seniors

7. Effective Strategies for Dealing with Statin's Side Effects and Other Common Problems

8. Effective Alternative Therapies for Lowering Cholesterol

9. Essential Nutrients for Cardiovascular Health

10. Which Heart-Healthy Diet Is Right for You?

11. How to Cut Statin Costs 50% or More

Conclusion

Appendices

Dr. Cohen's Principles for Safe, Effective Medication Therapy

Summary of Cholesterol-Lowering Therapies

References

About the Author

Index

Reviews

"Jay Cohen has written a book that has been meticulously researched and documented from a myriad of sources. What You Must Know About Statin Drugs & Their Natural Alternatives provides sound evidence-based knowledge on proven strategies to reduce cholesterol by using a combination of traditional and alternative therapies ... Anyone who is concerned about their cholesterol, statin medications, and alternatives to conventional treatment is to read this book and recommend that your doctor read it also."

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