Here are the quick facts on heart health.
Take steps to lower your risk of heart disease, the leading cause of death for both men and women.
Please see the bottom of this page to see the scientific research.
Lifestyle
- Follow a healthy eating plan
- maintain a healthy weight
- Keep active
- Avoid tobacco smoke (including secondhand)
- Monitor your blood pressure and cholesterol
- Avoid excessive alcohol use
- Manage stress
Supplements
These nutrients and supplements may be useful to support heart health.
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Coenzyme Q10
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) may reduce risk of death from all causes in heart failure patients.
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Curcumin
Curcumin, a component of turmeric, may play a role in fighting cardiovascular diseases because of its anti-inflammatory actions.
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Garlic
Garlic, in supplements or as food, positively affects risks for heart disease, including cholesterol levels and blood pressure.
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Nitric Oxide
Nitric oxide, which the body makes from some vegetables and fruits, offers cardiovascular benefits. Supplementation helps circulation and blood pressure and reduces inflammation and oxidative stress.
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Omega 3s
Omega 3s and their component fatty acids (eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic) are consistently shown in studies to reduce the risk of heart disease and cardiovascular mortality.
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Resveratrol
Resveratrol, found in red wine, is a micronutrient studied for its cardiovascular benefits, including improvement of cholesterol profile and working against inflammation.
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Vitamin D
Vitamin D deficiency is associated with risk of atherosclerosis, heart failure, and high blood pressure.
