I got a call from the doc this morning saying my cholesterol levels are higher than normal and I’m in the amber zone for heart attack risk, great!

He recommended going on statins and I must admit I never really knew much about them or the benefits/risk etc.

I read a few things online and been wondering if they’re a good idea or not. My theory being if the doc recommends them then I’ve got to listen to the advice.

Without wanting to dig too deep into peoples personal health circumstances does anyone have any thoughts to share?

I’m only asking as I realise you have to take there’s tablets for the rest of your days!

I know it’s probably no a big deal but just wondered if people had any of their own experiences/advice.

Does improving your diet or exercise work for example as although my diet isn’t great it’s not too bad and I’m reasonably fit as I go cycling quite a lot.

Still overweight though so looking to get that down.