Pharmaceuticals

The unfortunate thing is many of us only realize that our health is important when we loose it. And maybe for some of us that's what it takes for us to come to our senses. When it comes to the formation of disease we often want to point the finger at one silver bullet and when it comes to curing disease we would love to rely on a silver bullet cure. Deep down, I believe we all understand that this is naïve thinking and that no two arrive at the same destination taking the exact same journey.

I have to first give credit to the doctors that are currently trying to reach us in our broken state. We may not be putting our doctors in a situation that is fair to them. In our approach we see our doctors rarely and only in desperate times. Our expectations and the amount of responsibility that we cede to them is totally inappropriate. And this could be why suicide rates in the profession of family doctors is one of the highest amongst all professions.

The unfair expectation is that we come to doctors with problems that have been under silent development for decades. In this state we expect results within an instant, for healing to occur in one one thousandth the time it took disfunction to develop. The reality is that good things take time and if we are not willing to put in the work, than we should not be going to our doctor expecting them to cure us.

Do pharmaceutical drugs work? Well it depends how you define that. They are effective for temporary symptomatic relief. Should they be in use as first line treatment options? Absolutely not. The key is to prevent the disfunction from happening in the first place. Each slip in the chain increases our reliance on the healthcare system and cedes responsibility to an external power. We have a decision to make, take responsibility for our health even if it is not entirely our fault or blame the issue on someone else or our genetic makeup. Each step is in the opposite direction of our health.

Here is what is unfair for the general population. How do we know what is good to eat when boxes of cereal and seed oil laced margarine is labelled as heart healthy. These organizations care nothing about our health when they don't tour the manufacturing process that is responsible for creating a seed oil. Or even attempt to understand the dangers of consuming a fragile oil with multiple double bonds. No wonder we have to do our own research.

Statins

A statin targeting HMG CoA Reductase reduces the body's natural production of LDL cholesterol and many important molecules for human function like GG and CoQ10. This reduction in important molecules leads to the degradation of cell membranes. This can also affect the function of the Glut1 transporter, that is responsible for the uptake of insulin and therefore glucose into the cell. Yes. statins are a contributing factor in the progression of insulin resistance. Statins are used as a preventative measure for heart disease while actually causing heart disease and dysfunction of the cardiovascular system. CoQ10 is a vital nutrient of the electron transport chain and therefore blocking its synthesis in the body with a statin (while its not the target) damages the entire metabolic function of the body leading to virtually every disease known to man. The important element here is that high LDL cholesterol has been shown to correlate with longevity in some studies and what we really need to be concerned about is the oxidation of LDL from omega 6 linoleic acid, excess vitamin A, phytosterols and other sources. A more detailed answer is on the cardiovascular page. Excess free fatty acids and other lipids can also be reduced through dietary intervention.

Cholesterol is a crucial component of our cell membranes and a key player in the production of steroid hormones. Our bodies are like tiny, organic factories, churning out all sorts of amazing substances from cholesterol. Here's a list of some of the most important things we can synthesize from cholesterol:

Bile acids so that we can absorb the fats and nutrients we eat.

Vitamin D: This vitamin is essential for strong bones and a healthy immune system. Our bodies can synthesize it when our skin is exposed to sunlight, but cholesterol plays a vital role in the process.

Sex hormones: Cholesterol is the building block for the production of hormones like testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone. Without cholesterol, our love lives would be as barren as the Sahara Desert.

Corticosteroids: These hormones help regulate our metabolism, immune system, and stress response. Cholesterol is like the conductor of the hormonal orchestra, making sure everything plays in harmony.

Cell membranes: Cholesterol is an essential component of our cell membranes, giving them the right amount of fluidity and stability. Without cholesterol, our cells would be like a leaky boat, just waiting to sink.

As a doctor functioning under the authority of the modern industrial health complex you will have your license revoked if you question the effectiveness of drugs even if the scientific studies that took place to establish their effectiveness were fraudulent. You are paid to not understand the bio molecular mechanisms underpinning the known toxic properties of pharmaceuticals like statins. The cracks in the mirage have already started to form, prescriptions of statins are already beginning to fall and I believe we are seeing a shortage of doctors simply because we can no longer sustain a system where doctors are being abused by the oligarchs of big pharma.

High blood pressure

Diuretics, increase the excretion of sodium and water from the body, which helps reduce the volume of blood circulating through the blood vessels. This, in turn, lowers blood pressure. So instead of reducing inflammatory omega 6 in the diet that has exploded to 7x more consumption in the last century we signal to the body to waste electrolytes vital  for preventing tissue calcification and the balancing of phosphorus.  In this case it is simple to understand that electrolyte wasting will create a reliance on diuretics and directly cause cardiovascular disease.

Beta-blockers block the effects of adrenaline (epinephrine) and noradrenaline (norepinephrine) on the beta receptors in the heart and blood vessels. By doing so, they reduce the heart rate and the force of contraction, resulting in lowered blood pressure. So instead of correcting the issues in the cardiovascular system ie: iron, omega 6 overload causing the vasoconstrictive inflammation of the vessels we just tank the individuals blood flow. Its pretty obvious why listed Side Effects are: Fatigue, cold hands and feet, bradycardia, low blood pressure, sexual dysfunction, gastrointestinal issues, sleep disturbances, mood changes, and the potential masking of low blood sugar symptoms in individuals with diabetes. 

ACE inhibitors (Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme inhibitors) block the action of an enzyme called angiotensin-converting enzyme, which is involved in the production of angiotensin II. Angiotensin II is a hormone that constricts blood vessels and stimulates the release of aldosterone, which leads to water and salt retention. By inhibiting the production of angiotensin II, ACE inhibitors relax blood vessels, reduce fluid volume, and lower blood pressure. Side Effects: dry cough, low blood pressure, hyperkalemia (elevated blood potassium levels), angioedema, and rare instances of rash or skin reactions.

Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) work by blocking the action of angiotensin II at specific receptors in blood vessels. By doing so, they prevent the constriction of blood vessels, leading to vasodilation and reduced blood pressure.

Calcium channel blockers prevent calcium from entering the muscle cells of the heart and blood vessels. This action relaxes and widens the blood vessels, reducing the resistance against which the heart pumps, and ultimately lowering blood pressure. Side Effects: Dizziness, flushing, headache, swelling in the ankles, constipation, and in rare cases, irregular heartbeat or allergic reactions.

Alpha-blockers block the effects of the hormone norepinephrine on alpha receptors in blood vessels, causing the blood vessels to relax and dilate, resulting in lowered blood pressure. 

Central alpha-2 agonists work in the brain to reduce the sympathetic nerve impulses that cause blood vessels to constrict. By reducing these impulses, they lower blood pressure. Side Effects: Drowsiness, dry mouth, fatigue, dizziness, constipation, and in some cases, rebound hypertension upon discontinuation.

Type 2 Diabetes

Metformin: It is typically the first-line medication for type 2 diabetes. It helps lower blood sugar levels by reducing glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity.

Sulfonylureas: These medications stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin.

DPP-4 inhibitors: These drugs help lower blood sugar by blocking the enzyme that breaks down incretin hormones, which regulate insulin release.

SGLT2 inhibitors: They work by preventing the reabsorption of glucose in the kidneys, leading to increased glucose excretion in urine and lowered blood sugar levels.

GLP-1 receptor agonists: These medications stimulate the release of insulin, suppress glucagon secretion, slow gastric emptying, and promote a feeling of fullness.