Statin Therapy For Menopausal High Cholesterol

Dr. Haver shares a statement from the American Heart Association about the use of statins in menopausal women.

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- About Dr. Mary Claire Haver and The Galveston Diet -
Dr. Mary Claire Haver is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist from Tulane University. She is a Louisiana State University Medical Center graduate and completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). She is also a Certified Menopause Specialist through The Menopause Society.
Dr. Haver was a clinical professor at UTMB and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Dr. Haver has served as a Hospitalist, Associate Residency Director, and Assistant Professor in her career. In 2021 she opened Mary Claire Wellness, a clinic dedicated to caring for the menopausal patient.
Dr. Haver has amassed over 3 million followers across social media by posting advice for women going through menopause. She understands that menopause healthcare is in dire need of change and is proud to be leading the conversation.
Her educational background and her own experience led Dr. Haver to develop the national bestselling book and online program, The Galveston Diet, a three-pronged lifestyle plan that encourages fuel refocusing, intermittent fasting, and anti-inflammatory nutrition to manage hormonal
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The New Menopause, which will be released in the Spring of 2024.

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[mermaidjen]

My total cholesterol went down 40 points—from 220 to 180–just three months into hrt. Even lower than when I was a vegetarian a few years ago! Thank you for this knowledge! My ob and primary asked me what I’m doing different (I’m already a healthy eater and very active), and I said I started taking estrogen! There needs to be more education out there!

[cinnamoncanela]

Thank you thank you, so much for this video,
My cholesterol is going.up and my PCP was talking about sttatins, but refuses to even talk about HRT.
You are opening my eyes with every video.
Thank you.

[elisahorhn]

Dr. Haver I am 64 and on HRT for 2 years it saved my sanity! However today I am having a Stress test and my Cardiologist whom I trust wants to start me on Statins as my cholesterol is 278. I prior to seeing this video have chosen diet and exercise to lower! I have downloaded this video and am going to present it to my cardiologist! Thank you for your very educational videos and I will continue to follow you when making very vital decisions going forward!!! Thank you!

[amyk.labonte]

Thank you so much for this information. I have used intermittent fasting. I lost the weight. As far as statins are concerned, my health got worse. I refuse to go on them.

[Sumermak]

HRT and a pescatarian diet with no meat made mine drop in 3 months. My dr was amazed!

[NCSEP]

Can you speak about hypothyroidism and menopause and weight gain?

[dragonyuja]

My cholesterol started to spike after having kids in my early 40’s along with other perimenopausal symptoms. My diet exercise the same. My weight pretty much the same. My doctor said nothing about perimenopause she was pushing me to get on statin and I refused. Now im 47 and you’ve opened my eyes it’s my hormones!! I’m seeking a provider here soon to possibly start HRT. You said it can be good to start HRT during periM especially if I have symptoms. And with my elevated cholesterol this has been the biggest concern in recent years. Thank you Thank you Dr for advocating for women!!!

[Dreadtheday]

After my complete hysterectomy my triglycerides and cholesterol did skyrocket. Then, as soon as HRT was administered, it went to normal levels within a few months. Recently, I had a gap in my HRT, and the same thing happened.... What get me is that they withheld my hormones longer until I agreed to take statins. After I protested they drew a hard line so I said okay. Plainly stated... I am not going to take them. The way women are treated feels honestly criminal. I refuse to ignore the data of my own case. The doctor also spoke down to me in a chastising tone. Her demeanor reminded me of a mother who is upset because her child eats too much candy. She looked at me and frowned saying "I can't stay on them forever" it's honestly infuriating. She agreed to refill my estrogen the same day only to wait until my blood work returned. When I pointed out that my case goes against everything she was saying she acted like I was disrespectful. I am sorry but this is my body and they cannot blackmail me into taking meds by holding hormones over my head. I am not returning to her again, I refuse. I had normal levels for 10 years until my hormones lapsed.. that's not a coincidence.

[brendahornung]

Wow! Thanks! I meet with my MIDI doctor Monday. I have cholesterol- that keeps increasing. I am in my 60s.

[cleanqueen]

I’m 67 and been on HRT since 2012. In the last 8 years my total cholesterol and LDL has gone up. I did a CAC score and it was 142. I also had the carotid scan and it showed a little plaque. My hormone doctor and also my pcp wanted me on a statin so I finally gave in. I’ve gained about 25 pounds in the last 15 years. I eat healthy, exercise and do weight training. I’ve been on high blood pressure medicine for 30 years too. I’m hoping if I can lose weight and eventually go off the statin.

[pwolfkill]

can you talk about starting HRT in your 60's? I've heard it's too late at that point. My cholesterol has gone through the roof since menopause and I feel like I'm being forced to take statins now as 2 of my drs have just stared blankly at me when I bring up the data you've referenced. Feeling frustrated! (My diet is very well balanced as well as activity levels, very healthy, not overweight at all)

[sagaciousgyrl]

I'm sending this short to my PCP & Cardio docs because they have been trying to get me on statins for nearly 10 years which is when I went into menopause. And I'm sure they know this that menopause increase cholesterol and that the statins don't help women. I almost *ate traditional doctors because "most" of them are just legal drug dealers. But I love Dr. Haven and those like her that I've found on youtube.

[MichelleGrigsby]

ok, i'm convinced. I"m making an appointment today

[AshleySpeaksU]

They just reduced "optimal" again. 🤦‍♀️ I went from 166 total pre-menopause to 187 post. 😱 This is eating a VERY heart healthy diet.

[kehau]

Thank you for all of your content. I had breast HR+ cancer and am on anti-hormone therapy so hormone replacement therapy is not an option for me. Can you please do a video that discusses other options for women like me? Would love to hear about alternatives therapies that might be helpful.

[MissMohz]

My bad cholesterol was slightly elevated & my HDL was slightly low. My PCP brought up statin - I said I’ll drop the excess pounds & recheck me. Meanwhile after learning about the benefits of “evil” HRT, I found a gyn who supported me going on it. Will see when I have it checked this fall.

[margaritanavarrete]

Hello. Thank you for all that you do for us women. I’m wondering what dosage of estrogen therapy is recommended to achieve normal lipids ? I ask because I am 55 now, not menopausal yet but transitioning and my lipid levels are high. I never had high lipids until a few years ago. Thank-you

[amya]

I can’t take HRT due to estrogen positive breast cancer diagnosis from 2 years ago. 🙁

[debrahenderson]

This is just maddening...😮🤨. I don't know why just take this pill...😡. Thankful I have two knowledgeable drs.

[MNP]

If your patient is a DM2, do you prescribe statins? I would have to read that study.