02/05/2026
💗HEART HEALTH MONTH-Not Feeling Your Best on a Statin?💗
Statin medications are among the most prescribed drugs in the world for lowering cholesterol.
And while they can help reduce cardiovascular risk for some, many people report that they just don’t feel great while taking them.
Research in peer-reviewed medical literature (PubMed) confirms that certain side effects are real — especially for a subset of patients.
Here’s what’s been most consistently identified:
✅ Muscle aches, weakness, and fatigue – The most common side effect noted in studies and meta-analyses. While often mild, it can interfere with daily energy and activity levels.
✅ Elevated liver enzymes – Usually mild and reversible, but worth monitoring.
✅ Blood sugar and insulin changes – Statins have been linked to a small increase in risk for developing type 2 diabetes in some individuals.
✅ Cognitive or memory changes – A minority of patients report “brain fog” or memory issues. Evidence is mixed, but the FDA includes this as a possible side effect.
While statins can be life-saving for certain patients, they don’t address the root cause of why cholesterol or inflammation is high in the first place.
That’s where a Functional Medicine approach shines — looking deeper into your metabolic health, inflammation, nutrient status, liver function, and thyroid balance to uncover why your body may be producing excess cholesterol.
At Comprehensive Integrative Healthcare, our Cardio-Metabolic Screening takes a personalized look at your heart health from the inside out — beyond a standard lipid panel.
❤️ Discover a smarter, root-cause approach to heart health.
📞 Call 636-495-1930 to schedule your Cardio-Metabolic Screening today.