How a High-Fat Diet Promotes Atherosclerosis
A study in the Journal of Lipid Research finds that phospholipids found in high-fat, high-cholesterol diets promote atherosclerosis via gut bacteria interactions with the immune system.
Cardiovascular Health
Compound Isolated From Astragalus May Improve Outcomes For Heart Attack Patients
According to a study published in the peer-reviewed journal GeroScience, an isolated compound from astragalus, an herb used in Chinese medicine to support immunity, may also reduce inflammation after a heart attack.
High Blood Pressure in Your 30s May Mean Dementia in Your 70s
A study published in JAMA Network Open finds that young people with high blood pressure tend to have worse brain health when they grow older.
The Treatment Protocol I Used to Lower My BP: A Personal Case Report by Robert Lamberton, BSc, FNTP
Recently I decided to check my blood pressure which I had not done for a while. My BP has always been pretty good throughout my life: Typically systolic would be 115 to 120 over diastolic of 70 to 80. I was shocked to find that my systolic reading was betweenRead
Losing Weight Can Promote Heart Health Even if Some Weight Is Regained
It’s no secret that excess weight is a killer. Overweight and obese people are at increased risk for high cholesterol and high blood pressure, two factors that increase risk of cardiovascular disease, and insulin resistance, a precursor to type 2 diabetes. Globally, excess weight contributed to 2.4 million deaths inRead
Ubiquinol Improves Arterial Health to Support Blood Circulation
In an 8-week, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, single-center trial, with the primary outcome of change in flow-mediated dilation (FMD) in healthy patients with mild-to-moderate dyslipidemia, Ubiquinol significantly improved dyslipidemia-related endothelial dysfunction (P=0.001).
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
Specific Ingredients Address the Triad of Cardiovascular Concerns
Cholesterol receives the lion’s share of attention regarding heart health, but in reality, cholesterol is part of a triad of factors that need to be addressed to support the cardiovascular system. Triglycerides and C-reactive protein (CRP) are equally important in heart health. In this article, I’ll discuss the importance ofRead
Celiacs Have an Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
People who have celiac disease may face higher odds of developing cardiovascular disease — even though they often lack the “traditional” risk factors for heart disease such as hypertension, high body mass index, and high cholesterol, according to a study in BMJ Medicine. Although mixed, some research has linked celiacRead
Micronutrients That Do and Don’t Help Your Heart
Researchers have pinpointed specific antioxidant supplements that offer heart-protective benefits, according to a meta-analysis published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Healthy diets are rich in antioxidants like amino acids, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin C, but exactly how beneficial these micronutrients are for cardiovascular health hasRead
