Cardiovascular Health
Crafting a Comprehensive Cardiovascular Protocol
Seven science-backed interventions to tame inflammation, lower cholesterol, minimize cardiometabolic risk factors and support your patients’ heart health Of all the disease and conditions practitioners face, cardiovascular health is one of the most complex and nuanced, influenced by factors ranging from gut health to genetics, an effective protocol requiresRead
Another Reason to Get Fit
It is well-known that being physically unfit at a young age is linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease much later in life. But the mechanism behind this finding has never been fully understood. With that in mind, an international team led by researchers from Linköping University in SwedenRead
Heart Health Protocol
This paper will scientifically justify supporting heart health using three critical dietary supplements. I have utilized the following three supplements in clinical practice and have found them to support the health of my cardiovascular patients
Beyond Good and Bad: Shifting the Perspective on Cholesterol
Since 1950, heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the United States. And after decades of research, billions of dollars spent on studies related to prevention and treatment, and a clear understanding of risk factors, one person still dies every 33 seconds from cardiovascular disease. We knowRead
Potassium Shows Impressive Blood Pressure Benefits
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is known as the “silent killer” because it presents few, if any, symptoms and yet is responsible for more than 11 million deaths each year. For decades, scientists have warned of the risks of a high-sodium diet, as study after study has shown that not onlyRead
Aerobic and Resistance Exercise Reduces Cardiac Adipose Tissues as Well as Drugs
Excessive fat tissue around the heart poses a risk for cardiovascular disease. What can be done to reduce the risk? Bariatric surgery and pharmaceutical drugs, such as the glucagon-like peptide analogs, sodium-glucose transporter-2 inhibitors, and lipid-lowering drugs, successfully reduce epicardial adipose tissue mass and thus, the risk of developing cardiovascularRead
Plant-Based Omega-3 Shows Significant Heart-Health Benefits
The health benefits of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) derived from cold-water fatty fish and krill have been well documented. Research has shown that they can ease symptoms of arthritis, improve cardiovascular outcomes, and may help reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. ClinicalRead
Integration of Pharmaceuticals and Natural Products in Cardiometabolic Care
Available now! This self-guided 60-90 minute mini-course reviews evidence-based therapies for obesity, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia and hypertension. Access the course here. Presenter: Kelly Heim, Ph.D. Kelly Heim, Ph.D. is a pharmacologist specializing in integrative therapies and interactions. He serves as Senior Scientific Director, Pharmacology & Genomics for the health care professional brandsRead
Heart Failure or Therapy Failure? Toxins Cause Cardiomyopathy
Because cardiomyopathy presenting as clinical heart failure is a condition typically involving multiple factors, there is no single clinical protocol that can be considered the optimal treatment plan.
Another Reason to Give Up Meat
The idea that eating less meat can improve cardiovascular health certainly isn’t new. Studies have found that people who eat less meat—especially less red meat—have a lower incidence of cardiovascular diseases and a lower risk of fatal ischemic stroke. While there is some debate as to the exact relationship ofRead
