Food Quote by David Perlmutter
““statins may lessen brain function and increase risk for heart disease. The reason is simple: The brain needs cholesterol””
About This Quote
Source Book: Grain Brain, David Perlmutter, 2013
Claims statins impair cognition and raise heart risk because the brain requires cholesterol.
In simple terms: Statins may harm brain health due to cholesterol needs.
Consult doctors before using statins; consider alternatives.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- medical decision making
- dietary planning
- patient counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is cholesterol truly essential for brain function?
- What evidence supports these claims?
Statins are proven beneficial for many; risks vary.