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posted 04/01/2008, comment (1)
Vytorin: Three Things You Need to Know
Another week, another set of studies calling into question the benefits and risks of a widely used drug. This time it's Vytorin, a cholesterol-lowering drug that combines a statin (in this case Zocor) with a drug that lowers bad cholesterol a different way (Zetia, aka ezetimibe). As usual, the story is getting political (Congressional... Read more
posted 03/29/2008, comment (1)
Reason for 40%+ rise in LDL
My first lipid panel showed: TC=195, HDL=35,LDL=95, Triglycerides=325. At this same time abnormal liver function due to anti-biotics was shown. Two months later lipid panel showed:TC=206, HDL=33, LDL=136, Tri's=185. One year later: TC=224, HDL=33, LDL=164, Tri's=137. Other facts: non-smoker, regular vigorous exercise, diet low in... Read more
posted 03/27/2008, comments (2)
I need help
Hi, I have high cholesterol ...and I have question. Sometimes when I walk I can't control my legs... is it because of the high cholesterol? ...also the carbohydrate is high so what kind food helps to lower the cholesterol and the carbohydrate ..and by the way I am 40....and my cholesterol is 280mg.
posted 03/26/2008, comment (1)
Am I being over prescribed?
I am so grateful to have found this site. It appears to be just what I was looking for. I'm a very athletic 66 year old male with an uneventful health history except the normal aches and pains of aging. I play basketball in a senior's league 3 times a week and walk 3 miles a day, 3 times a week. I have never taken prescription... Read more
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