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For example, the study identified 156 genes that can potentially drive the variation of statins' impact on LDL cholesterol levels.

"In addition, they had more liver fat and higher levels of 'bad' LDL cholesterol, which may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease."

Her motto is to do what works for her, “even if it means disagreeing with my doctor and not upping my statin to get my LDL below 80. Enough chasing magic numbers!”

This is the type of fat that can cause LDL cholesterol — the bad kind — to build up in your blood vessels, which also increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Such drugs have proven effective in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, and millions of people in the United States and beyond now take them for high levels of LDL.