EPISODE · Sep 15, 2025 · 8 MIN
I Feared Diabetes… Got a Heart Attack
from Daily Brief Podcast · host Albert Takem M.D
He feared statins would raise his blood sugar.So he stopped them.At 45, he had a heart attack.In this episode, Dr. Albert Takem — Primary Care Physician, Obesity Medicine Specialist, and Misinformation Slayer-in-Chief — exposes the dangerous myth that statins cause diabetes.You’ll hear:•The real story of a patient who stopped his statin and landed in the cath lab•The woman who survived two widowmakers•What really raises your blood sugar — and what kills diabeticsThis episode is for Maria. For Troy. For Denise. And for anyone who's scared of the wrong enemy.Subscribe. There’s more fire coming your way.🎙️ New episodes weekly discussing heart health, weight loss, lifestyle medicine, and the truth about wellness in our community.#healthtips #wellness #fitness #nutrition #dralberttakem #Statins #Diabetes #HeartAttack #MedicalMyths #Cholesterol #StatinsSideEffects #BlackHealth#DoctorExplainsQuestions for Dr. Takem and the team💡 Start your journey today with Maryland Primary Care & WellnessBook your consultation: https://www.maryland-primarycare.com/
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He feared statins would raise his blood sugar. So he stopped them. At 45, he had a heart attack. In this episode, Dr. Albert Takem — Primary Care Physician, Obesity Medicine Specialist, and Misinformation Slayer-in-Chief — exposes the dangerous myth that statins cause diabetes. You’ll hear: •The real story of a patient who stopped his statin and landed in the cath lab •The woman who survived two widowmakers •What really raises your blood sugar — and what kills diabetics This episode is for...
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