Post by Lord Emsworth on Oct 18, 2024 14:43:24 GMT
I was on BP meds for about 6 weeks after a series of high readings. The dr. also recommended statins.
The dr. recently gave me the nod for coming off the meds as I got my BP and cholesterol under control with lifestyle changes including cutting out booze and salt, changing my diet, a rigorous exercise routine and yoga / meditation.
It was hard work but I'd rather put off being on meds as long as possible.
Well done on getting your levels down via lifestyle changes
My diet and lifestyle couldn't be much better so reckon I just have a genetic predisposition to higher levels as a significant amount is non-dietary and made by the body
Having been on the Statins for a few months now I can report there are no side effects (v rare anyway) and the cholesterol readings are now down in the "healthy" level
Heart attacks are what killed most of the males on my father's side of the family so I pay attention to this stuff
I'm very happy with the results and taking a statin every night is no hardship
They are also v cheap so minimal strain on the NHS
In terms of fitness and energy I've never felt better - nothing to do with statins though and all to do with running, dancing, diet, yoga, socialising, kicking booze, occasional saunas, being grateful etc etc
