I have high cholesterol genetically....both parents had heart problems in their 70’s and 80’s. I thus was put on Lipitor a decade or so ago and after a sort time I had severe cramping from Lipitor. Going vegan lowered my LDL just enough such that mr doctor let me drop Lipitor. I get tested annually and so far no detectable increase in plaque! Happy Cow is invaluable when I travel !