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Japanese biochemist whose work on fungal extracts led to the creation of the first statin

Biochemist found cholesterol-lowering compound in 1973 and the drugs have prolonged millions of lives

Thousands of lives could be changed every year if treatment guidelines are changed to reflect the findings, researchers suggest.

The study looked at a statin alternative called bempedoic acid and found that it reduced levels of LDL cholesterol and also lowered the risk for heart attack, stroke and death.

The diet guru has lifted the lid on the healthy habits he's adopted to help fight off the devastating illness.

Mark had fevers, muscle aches and temperatures at night and, over nine months, he lost his ability to walk, had to quit his job and now uses a wheelchair all the time

According to research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, statin therapy does not worsen muscular damage, discomfort, or tiredness in patients who engage in moderate-intensity exercises, such as walking. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dr Miriam Stoppard speaks to a professor who says giving preterm babies statins alongside live-saving steroids along could lessen the side-effects and help give them the best chance in life

Scientists said the findings are reassuring for people who experience muscle pain or fatigue from the cholesterol lowering drugs.