Best ever statin study comment?

Hi All and possibly Brian,

I'd just like to direct anyone who is remotely interested in a diametrically opposite view to my own to the comment down on this post.

This is an essential read. I think we all have to realise that there MUST be two sides to a given controversy and, while I wouldn't want to make a habit of it, both sides of the argument need an airing.

For Brian's benefit,

Yes, my diet is exactly as described, no joking.


You ask:

"Are all these experts wrong, as well as the expert advisory panels on cardiovascular disease?"

Yes!


A much better question:

Which hormone converts a vascular smooth muscle cell to an osteogenic cell (calcium phosphate secreting) in the vascular media?

Answer: Insulin

The NCEP answer: It's a statin deficiency! (what was the question? Oh never mind)


Thanks for the list of references, but I already feel there is far too much cholesterol hypothesis bashing on my blog. To go through them one at a time would be tedious and far better commentators than I have done so many times.

I note in passing that you cite the PROSPER study. Which particular cancer would you prefer to trade for your heart attack? Or perhaps you'd like to choose one for a grandparent?

Your concerns for my well being are touching, but I'll stick as I am thanks.

Peter