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Cardiovascular

Mild hyperlipidemia (supportive)

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If they need a statin, they need a statin. Red yeast rice contains monacolin K — stacking with a statin is a myopathy problem. Artichoke/garlic have small lipid files. Do not use RYR as 'natural Lipitor' on top of Lipitor.

Primary plants

  1. Garlic (Allium sativum)
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    GarlicHuman data

    Allium sativum

    Small LDL/total-C effects in some trials. Modest.

    Typical. Aged extract as studied.

    Safety. Bleeding.

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  • Artichoke (Cynara scolymus)
    ArtichokeHuman data
    Cynara scolymus

    Small dyslipidemia/dyspepsia overlap trials.

    Typical. Leaf extract.

    Safety. Bile-duct obstruction.

  • Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum)
    FenugreekHuman data
    Trigonella foenum-graecum

    Fiber plus mixed lipid/glucose data. Culinary seed vs extract.

    Typical. Seed 5–10 g with meals in some trials.

    Safety. Hypoglycemia stacking. Maple-syrup odor. Pregnancy uterine traditional caution.

Clinical notes

  • Red yeast rice is a statin analog — not listed as a casual primary here. Pharmacy if they are already taking it.

When this is not enough

  • ASCVD equivalent, LDL extremely elevated, triglyceride pancreatitis range, familial hypercholesterolemia

Rooted is a private clinical reference for licensed practitioners. It is educational, not a treatment protocol, and not a substitute for the chart, the exam, or pharmacy review. Plant medicines interact with drugs and can harm liver, kidney, heart, pregnancy, and children.

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