Statin Nation (2013)

The Great cholesterol Cover-Up

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We are told that cholesterol is a major cause of heart disease. At least 40 million people are currently taking cholesterol-lowering medications, known as statins, and millions more people are avoiding foods that contain saturated fat and cholesterol. The basic idea is that dietary saturated fat raises cholesterol levels, and these two substances somehow clog-up our arteries, causing a heart attack. This idea is often referred to as the diet-heart hypothesis. However, a number of doctors and researchers have been challenging this hypothesis for decades, and the latest heart disease statistics reveal some alarming facts.

Director: Justin Smith
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 63 min
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Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

diet, health, cholesterol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Statin Nation about?
We are told that cholesterol is a major cause of heart disease. At least 40 million people are currently taking cholesterol-lowering medications, known as statins, and millions more people are avoiding foods that contain saturated fat and cholesterol. The basic idea is that dietary saturated fat raises cholesterol levels, and these two substances somehow clog-up our arteries, causing a heart attack. This idea is often referred to as the diet-heart hypothesis. However, a number of doctors and researchers have been challenging this hypothesis for decades, and the latest heart disease statistics reveal some alarming facts.
Who directed Statin Nation?
Statin Nation was directed by Justin Smith.
Who stars in Statin Nation?
Statin Nation stars Peter Langsjoen, Paul J. Rosch, Malcolm Kendrick, Uffe Ravnskov.
How long is Statin Nation?
Statin Nation has a runtime of 1h 3m (63 minutes).
What genre is Statin Nation?
Statin Nation is a Documentary film.