The Statin Paradox: Can We Have Our Cake and Eat It Too? The world of pharmaceuticals is replete with examples of treatments that are effective but come with unpleasant side effects.
Statins, used by millions to reduce cholesterol levels and prevent heart disease, are a case in point. For years, patients have reported muscle pain, weakness, and difficulty exercising while on statin therapy.
A recent study from McMaster University's Department of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences sheds new light on this issue.