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Statin discontinued due to neuropathy. What are some alternatives?

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@rlh

I stopped taking a statin after reviewing the research on its effectiveness and side effects. I have eliminated sugar, seed oils, and most grains from my diet. So far I am managing my triglycerides and cholesterol with these changes. My weight and blood pressure have also dropped. My neuropathy is mostly staying fairly much the same, neither improving nor getting worse.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Feb 8, 2023

Hi @rlh, I avoided taking a statin myself and have managed my cholesterol numbers similar to the way you have. The past few years I took it up a notch and started using intermittent fasting and low carb healthy fat eating to lose and maintain weight. I was surprised how easy it was after struggling with weight most of my life. I shared my neuropathy journey in another discussion here - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/310341/.

I noticed that you joined a few years ago and this is your first post. Have you been following any other discussions in the neuropathy or other groups?

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mayoconnectuser1 | @mayoconnectuser1 | Mar 8, 2023

rlh,

Can you provide citations to and urls of, the research you mention regarding statin use?

Further, given the need to be clear, can you provide before and after lipid panel, weight, age, BP (are you taking BP med?) numbers? All these bear on your condition and path to improved health.

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