2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks, suggesting a diabetes risk that could worsen cardiovascular health: https://t.co/gY7NL7Sx8m https://t.co/UzPI0Y3I2Y
Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion.
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The discussions reference key aspects of the research, such as the statement that high-intensity atorvastatin increases insulin resistance over a 10-week period. Phrases like 'pushing patients towards diabetes' and questions about the current medical approach highlight a critical tone and concern over standard practices, showcasing a deeper engagement with the implications for treatment.
Many discussions lean towards supporting the findings of the publication, highlighting concerns about the diabetes risk associated with statin use.
The posts express a high level of curiosity regarding the implications of the study on a common treatment for heart disease.
Several participants delve into the nuances of statin treatment, discussing its varying effects based on the patient’s condition and specific drug types.
The sentiment indicates belief that these findings could significantly influence prescribing practices and patient health management.
Abstract in brief
- Statin treatment can lower cholesterol and reduce heart disease risk, but may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, particularly in those already experiencing insulin resistance or prediabetes.
- A clinical trial with 75 adults on atorvastatin showed an increase in insulin resistance and insulin secretion after 10 weeks of treatment.
- These findings suggest that while statins are effective for heart health, they could contribute to higher diabetes risk if glucose regulation and insulin production can't keep pace with increased insulin resistance.
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has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt it yet our number 1 approach is to throw statins at patients?! it just pushes them towards diabetes! insulin⬆️9% glucose⬆️8% https://t.co/nfIsk91WLo https://t.co/PFzSRSgmnY
Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology https://t.co/dViQKiMRod
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@richcollins @LDLSkeptic @DrEricRodgers @MattCalkinsMD @DoctorTro Depends on the subject, the statin and the dose. Generally statins increase insulin secretion, but they may also sometimes be toxic to beta cells. https://t.co/ECsZq5XJV7
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Impact of Medications on Insulin Resistance and Diabetes Risk
This video explores how certain common medications may increase insulin resistance and predispose individuals to diabetes. Focused on the implications of statin use, we discuss their effects on metabolism and glucose…
Statins and Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Statins and Type 2 Diabetes Risk: A Comprehensive Analysis
In this video, I examine how the medical community addresses statin risks and the importance of reevaluating risk-benefit tradeoffs, particularly concerning new onset Type II diabetes. Statins can lower cholesterol but…
This paper concludes "In individuals without type 2 diabetes, statin use increases risk of new onset diabetes over time" https://t.co/hk9hFTJYga @shashiiyengar @Wegiveyouhealt1 @hyderabaddoctor
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RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
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RT @Marion436842126: 2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks,…
RT @Marion436842126: 2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks,…
RT @Marion436842126: 2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks,…
RT @Marion436842126: 2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks,…
RT @Marion436842126: 2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks,…
RT @Marion436842126: 2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks,…
RT @Marion436842126: 2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks,…
RT @Marion436842126: 2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks,…
RT @Marion436842126: 2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks,…
RT @Marion436842126: 2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks,…
2/3 This study found high-intensity Atorvastatin (Lipitor) increased insulin resistance and secretion over 10 weeks, suggesting a diabetes risk that could worsen cardiovascular health: https://t.co/gY7NL7Sx8m https://t.co/UzPI0Y3I2Y
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology https://t.co/dViQKiMRod
RT @JesperLundbom: @richcollins @LDLSkeptic @DrEricRodgers @MattCalkinsMD @DoctorTro Depends on the subject, the statin and the dose. Gene…
RT @JesperLundbom: @richcollins @LDLSkeptic @DrEricRodgers @MattCalkinsMD @DoctorTro Depends on the subject, the statin and the dose. Gene…
@richcollins @LDLSkeptic @DrEricRodgers @MattCalkinsMD @DoctorTro Depends on the subject, the statin and the dose. Generally statins increase insulin secretion, but they may also sometimes be toxic to beta cells. https://t.co/ECsZq5XJV7
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
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RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
RT @CartlandDavid: Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biol…
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RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
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RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
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RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
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RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
RT @CartlandDavid: Well what are the chances? Statins Are Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance and Secretion | Arteriosclerosis, Th…
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RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
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RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
RT @raphaels7: has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt i…
has anyone who died from (bog-standard) heart disease, ever been shown to be without diabetes in situ upon autopsy? doubt it yet our number 1 approach is to throw statins at patients?! it just pushes them towards diabetes! insulin⬆️9% glucose⬆️8% https://t.co/nfIsk91WLo https://t.co/PFzSRSgmnY
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