- Statins inhibit the synthesis of cholesterol, excessive production of which is an effect of high insulin levels. Therefore, if statins do reduce heart attack risk, diets which lower insulin secretion by restricting carbohydrate should do so too. However, statins are only specific for one effect of excess insulin, whereas carbohydrate restriction reduces its effect on multiple pathways.
- Statins can damage muscles, with life-altering consequences, by inhibiting the mitochondrial CIII complex involved in the production of energy (ATP). Diets which activate fat-burning in muscles by restricting carbohydrate can restore energy production (in theory, based on experimental evidence).
- Statins can cause memory loss and neuropathy, probably by depleting vitamin K2 and cholesterol in the brain and nerves. High-fat, animal based diets are good sources of these nutrients, and also supply extra l-carnitine and Co-enzyme Q10 that may help to protect muscles.
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