Guest guest Posted September 21, 2003 Report Share Posted September 21, 2003 Cholesterol-Lowering " Statin " Drugs Are They Bad For Your Gums? Research shows that these drugs, which include Mevacor, Zocor, Pravachol, and Lipitor, lower the levels of Co-Q-10 by interfering with the body's production of this vital substance. This is bad for the heart (strange, since these drugs are supposed to reduce risk of heart attack), but since Co-Q-10 is an essential nutrient for the gums, these drugs can't be good for them either. Also, periodontal (gum) disease has been implicated in heart disease. Holistic practitioners are very successful at lowering blood cholesterol without drugs. The vast majority of people using them could avoid them. These natural methods improve the health of the whole body, including the gums. Clearly, anyone on these drugs should take a supplement of Co-Q-10. Jerry Mittelman, DDDS, FAPM (Retired) see: www.zeevkolman.net/friends.shtml Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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