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Podcast: Ultra Life Today
Episode: The Good, The Bad, and the Truth: Cardiologist Explains
Description: Are statins really as dangerous as the internet claims—or are they being misunderstood?In this episode of Ultra Life Today, board-certified cardiologist Dr. Royce Bargas breaks down the real science behind statin drugs—without fear-mongering or pharmaceutical blind spots.We cover:* How statins actually work in the body* When statins can protect the brain and reduce vascular dementia* Why muscle pain happens—and how often it really occurs* The critical difference between fat-soluble vs water-soluble statins* Why 80 mg atorvastatin is often overused* The biomarkers that matter more than LDL al...