My HMO put me on statins at 65. I didn't think my numbers were that bad, but when my LDL and HDL both were in the sixties, I was thrilled. At my last physical, my LDL went from 69 to 72 (I'm 81). I asked the doctor if that was concerning. He scoffed and told me he expects me to live another ten to 20 years. Because my mother had hardening of the arteries, I asked him to check my carotids. They're fine.
I don't want to live to be a 100, but I exercise and walk the dog daily because I want to be healthy for as long as I live.
Thank you for sharing this. What struck me most wasn't your LDL. It was your goal of staying healthy for as long as you live. That mindset, together with staying active every day, may matter more than any single number. I'm so glad you're enjoying the series. Thank you for reading.
My HMO put me on statins at 65. I didn't think my numbers were that bad, but when my LDL and HDL both were in the sixties, I was thrilled. At my last physical, my LDL went from 69 to 72 (I'm 81). I asked the doctor if that was concerning. He scoffed and told me he expects me to live another ten to 20 years. Because my mother had hardening of the arteries, I asked him to check my carotids. They're fine.
I don't want to live to be a 100, but I exercise and walk the dog daily because I want to be healthy for as long as I live.
I am so enjoying your articles.
Thank you for sharing this. What struck me most wasn't your LDL. It was your goal of staying healthy for as long as you live. That mindset, together with staying active every day, may matter more than any single number. I'm so glad you're enjoying the series. Thank you for reading.