A Cardiologist's Science-Based Plan to Restore Healthy Arteries-Naturally

Millions of people take statins every day. But what if the standard approach to cholesterol has been built on a flawed foundation?

In The Statin Exit Plan, veteran cardiologist Dr. James Kneller challenges one of modern medicine's most widely accepted treatments. Drawing on decades of clinical experience, emerging research, and a deep understanding of cardiovascular health, he argues that millions of people have been prescribed statins unnecessarily, often without fully understanding the risks, the benefits, or the alternatives.

After thousands of conversations with patients asking, "Do I really need to take this for the rest of my life?" Dr. Kneller decided it was time to offer a different perspective.

This book examines the science behind cholesterol, questions long-held assumptions about heart disease, and explains why lowering cholesterol alone may not be the key to preventing cardiovascular events. More importantly, it provides a practical strategy for those who want to improve their heart health naturally and work toward reducing or eliminating their dependence on statin medications under the guidance of their healthcare provider.

Inside, you'll discover the role of inflammation, nutrition, exercise, metabolic health, and targeted supplementation in protecting your heart, along with a step-by-step plan for reclaiming your health.

Inspired in part by his mother's twenty-year experience with statins and the unexpected discoveries that followed, The Statin Exit Plan is a provocative, research-driven guide for anyone ready to question conventional wisdom and explore a different path.

If you've ever wondered whether there's a better way than lifelong medication, this book will challenge what you thought you knew and show you where to begin.

Coming soon to AMAZON

“Heart disease runs in my family, so The Statin Exit Plan really hits home for me. Dr. James Kneller challenges common misconceptions about cholesterol, statins, and cardiovascular health and offers a thoughtful, practical roadmap for people who want to take a more proactive role in protecting their hearts. This is an empowering resource for anyone interested in natural strategies to support heart health, reduce risk, and make more informed decisions about their care.”

— Daniel G. Amen, MD, author of Change Your Brain Every Day

Dr. James Kneller,  M.D., Ph.D., FHRS, is a board-certified cardiac electrophysiologist, cardiologist, and Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. His academic training spans mechanical engineering, bioengineering, medicine, and pharmacology, culminating in both an M.D. and Ph.D. from McGill University.

He completed fellowship training in cardiology at Columbia University and in cardiac electrophysiology at UCLA and Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Kneller maintains a full-time clinical practice while conducting cardiovascular research, presenting his work at the Heart Rhythm Society and American Heart Association Scientific Sessions, and teaching medical students, residents, and cardiology fellows.

Recognizing the limitations of conventional medicine, Dr. Kneller founded the Natural Cardiology Institute (NCI) to help patients address the root causes of disease through evidence-based nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and natural therapies, empowering them to achieve better health with less reliance on pharmaceutical medications.

Dr. Kneller and his wife, Sharmi, who serves as CEO of the Natural Cardiology Institute, live in Paradise Valley, Arizona. They are proud of daughter, Nina, a graduate of Copenhagen Business School who resides in Denmark.

Dr. Kneller’s mission is to integrate the precision of modern cardiology with evidence-based nutrition and natural therapies, helping patients prevent, treat, and in many cases reverse cardiovascular disease through scientifically grounded, root-cause medicine.