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
The magnitude of magnesium’s importance in the human body cannot be understated. This master mineral is the fourth most abundant element in the human body and is responsible for over 300 biochemical reactions in the body. Magnesium gets depleted when exercising, under stress, or during illness. Excessive alcohol consumption canRead
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
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats, meaning our bodies can’t produce them, so it’s essential to get them from our diets, the primary sources being cold-water fatty fish such as salmon and mackerel. Among their noted health benefits, omega-3s can help reduce triglyceride levels, raise HDL (good) cholesterol levels, andRead
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
Supplementing Glycine and N-Acetylcysteine (GlyNAC) in Older Adults Improves Glutathione Deficiency, Oxidative Stress, Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Inflammation, Physical Function, and Aging Hallmarks: A Randomized Clinical Trial. The Journals of Gerontology. 2023 Jan 26;78(1):75-89. Clinical Implications From a clinical perspective, GlyNAC could be utilized in a practice setting as a potential Read
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
In April 2023, we highlighted a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showing that the majority of pregnant women fail to get adequate nutrition from their diets—and almost 99 percent of the prenatal supplements on the market fail to fill in the gaps. Now, new research fromRead
Current findings shed light on its pathogenesis and progression—and offer promising protocols to improve patients’ lives. As the initial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic subsides, health care practitioners are facing its weighty aftermath—long COVID, and its plethora of respiratory, neurologic, cardiovascular and other symptoms that can linger for weeks, monthsRead
Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a fairly common side effect of cancer treatment, affecting some 30-40 percent of patients. It occurs when the drugs used to treat cancer cause damage to nerves away from the brain and spinal cord, causing symptoms such as tingling, pain, burning, numbness, and loss ofRead
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