The Claim

Statins induce mitochondrial dysfunction, inhibit the mevalonate pathway, promote coronary artery calcification, and suppress vitamin K2 synthesis, which may collectively contribute to adverse physiological effects across multiple systems.

Source: A modern view of the lipid hypothesis and the effect of statins on the physiological systems on the human body (literature review)

What the research says

Roughly balanced

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How it works
1 study reviewed
In plain English

Statins might mess with your cells' energy, block important chemicals, harden arteries, and reduce a key vitamin—leading to side effects in different parts of the body.

See the scientific wording

Statins cause mitochondrial dysfunction, act as mevalonate blockers, promote coronary artery calcification, and inhibit vitamin K2 synthesis, which may contribute to adverse effects on multiple physiological systems.

What the research says

1 study

  1. Study: A modern view of the lipid hypothesis and the effect of statins on the physiological systems on the human body (literature review)

    The study looks at statins and confirms they can harm cells, block important chemicals, harden arteries, and reduce a needed vitamin—just like the claim says.

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