Dr. James Marcum addresses the common scenario where doctors prescribe cholesterol medication after blood work, questioning whether medication is always necessary. He acknowledges the seriousness of high cholesterol, citing statistics of over 600,000 deaths a year in the United States linked to it, and its role in heart attacks and strokes. Dr. Marcum aims to explore the purpose of cholesterol medication, grounding the discussion in Jeremiah 29:11, emphasizing God's desire to give us a future and hope. #HealthTips #BiblicalWellness #Wellness #JamesMarcum #HeartwiseMinistries #BiblicalPrescriptionsforLife #BiblicalRx *About our channel* Biblical Prescriptions for Life, led by cardiologist Dr. James Marcum, blends modern medicine with biblical wisdom to help you achieve holistic health. Our videos offer practical health tips, natural remedies, and spiritual insights to prevent disease and enhance well being. Subscribe and join us in discovering how a relationship with Christ can lead to true healing and lasting wellness. Join our community Subscribe, like, and comment with your experiences or questions! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BiblicalPrescriptionsforLife Explore more biblical health resources https://heartwiseministries.org Stay connected Sign up for our newsletter for weekly health tips and spiritual encouragement https://heartwiseministries.org/newsletter Books by Dr. Marcum "The Ultimate Prescription: What the Medical Profession Isn't Telling You": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0186GC8FY "Medicines That Kill: The Truth about the Hidden Epidemic": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008PX0JXM Follow us on social media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biblicalprescriptions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biblicalprescriptionsforlife Twitter: https://twitter.com/biblicalrx TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@biblicalrx Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/BiblicalPrescriptionsforLife Disclaimer: This video provides general health information and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider regarding your specific health concerns.