Hello @downhillbob,

Welcome to Connect. Cycling that many miles requires some dedication, and I'm truly impressed with your motivation!

Here is some great information from Mayo Clinic about the options for cholesterol medications, and their side effects: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/cholesterol-medications/art-20050958

You might also wish to view these discussions on Connect:
– Supplements vs statins - which is more effective? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/hello-my-name-is-eliott-over-the-last-5-years-ive-been/
– Any evidence to support statins and aspirin are better taken at night? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/is-there-evidence-or-studies-that-support-this-article-from-the-uk/

I’m tagging @sjpphil @thankful @lynnkay1956 @joem @rabbit10 @vthatch, who have been discussing statins and may be able to weigh in with their insights.

@downhillbob, Mayo Clinic recommends that you talk to your doctor about your total risk of cardiovascular disease and discuss how your lifestyle and diet play a role in your decision about taking statins for high cholesterol; have you discussed this with your cardiologist?