Do-It-Yourself Prescriptions?!

Dante DiMatteo (PharmD) takes on 2 different new studies that have huge implications for every element of family medicine! First, researchers have shown most people can accurately self-prescribe statins (read: cholesterol lowering drugs) WITHOUT a doctor... but is this a good idea? Next, Dante breaks down a fantastic study about getting the most of your mixed exercise programs. Is there an ideal way to train? Behind the Counter: "biosimilar" drugs (effectively generics) generally cost a bit less to produce, but unfortunately those savings doesn't seem to getting passed down to the consumer. What gives? ALL PRODUCTS: https://www.AskJoeDimatteo.com CONNECT: Products - https://askjoedimatteo.com/youtube Questions - [email protected] Facebook -  https://facebook.com/askjoedimatteo  Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/5n6kfwhs PODCAST: Apple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/GHShowApple Google Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/GHShowGoogle Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/GHShowSpotify Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/GenerationHealth YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/57hxe6aj YouTube Clips - https://tinyurl.com/wzk69tbk Generation Health is a weekly podcast discussing cutting edge research and time tested best practices to help you live better, longer. Joey DiMatteo (PharmD, CCN), & Dante DiMatteo (PharmD, CSCS) are the second generation in a family dedicated to helping educate listeners so they can make informed decisions about their own health. Incorporating their extensive knowledge in pharmaceuticals, nutrition, exercise, and supplementation, they love sharing their wisdom with anyone looking to improve their life! CHAPTERS: 00:24 - Show Intro 01:48 - Behind the Counter 03:19 - Study on app-based OTC statins 10:44 - Study Results 18:06 - Human doctors vs. A.I. doctors 24:49 - Study on concurrent training programs 29:55 - Study Results 42:04 - Show Outro SHOW NOTES: 1) Biosimilar out-of-pocket costs - https://tinyurl.com/mr4darmc 2) Self-Selection for Statin Appears Safe - https://tinyurl.com/3wuvdw9s 3) Web Application for Nonprescription Statins (Study) - https://tinyurl.com/2svmfvwf 4) Training Programs for Resistance-Trained Men (Study) - https://tinyurl.com/mdhhsed5 5) Interference Effect - https://tinyurl.com/yp5dywmh DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor-patient relationship is formed. The use of this information and the materials linked to this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should NOT disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they have, and they should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.