The Many Forgotten Health Benefits of Aspirin

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Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola, August 29, 2024

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

- Aspirin offers benefits beyond heart health, including cancer prevention, improved pregnancy outcomes during in uenza infection and treatment for fatty liver disease and pulmonary fibrosis

- Long-term low-dose aspirin use (over 10 years) may reduce the risk of dementia, particularly in people with pre-existing coronary heart disease

- Aspirin can enhance glucose utilization, reduce fatty acid release, lower cortisol levels and increase metabolic rate, potentially aiding in weight loss and hormone balance

- Studies suggest aspirin may improve survival rates in intensive care units, slow the progression of abdominal aortic aneurysms and reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes

- When considering aspirin use, opt for immediate-release, uncoated versions. The suggested dosage is dependent on your circumstances 82 mg to 325 mg tablet daily with your largest meal

For years, you've probably heard that a daily low-dose aspirin can help prevent heart attacks and strokes. Now, suddenly, health authorities are backpedaling on this advice.

Why the change? They claim it's about bleeding risks, but there's more to the story. Look at the timing — this shift comes as newer, far more expensive blood thinners flood the market. These drugs can cost up to $550 a month, while aspirin sets you back just $1.50.

It's a pattern we've seen before with drugs like ivermectin. Safe, effective and cheap medicines get pushed aside to make way for pricier alternatives. The pharmaceutical industry has a long history of this, dating back to when nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) were introduced in the 1970s.

They're telling you to avoid aspirin, but are they telling you the whole truth? As always, I encourage you to look beyond the headlines and consider who benefits from these changing guidelines. Your health — and your wallet — may depend on it.

For decades, aspirin has been a cornerstone in the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD). A comprehensive review of 13 primary prevention trials recently revealed that low-dose aspirin is associated with small but statistically significant reductions in major CVD events, such as heart attack and stroke.

The absolute risk reduction can be up to 2.5%, which means that for every 1,000 people taking aspirin, up to 25 fewer may experience a major CVD event. But the truth is, aspirin offers numerous health advantages beyond heart health that are rarely talked about. Learning about these bene ts can help you take control of your health.


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