Did you know that heart disease is the number one cause of death in the US? Currently, more than 5,000,000 people in the US suffer from heart disease, with approximately 550,000 new cases being diagnosed each year.
The good news is that even if you have risk factors or a family history of heart disease, you don't have to be one of these statistics. In fact, a proactive approach to defending yourself against this devastating disease is the only cure. You can manage or even prevent this condition by following a healthy lifestyle that includes a low-fat diet, regular exercise and nutritional support. Cardio Support is an important addition to your heart health program because it provides the optimum nutrition that your heart needs, such as:
• Coenzyme Q10 has been proven beneficial to lowering blood pressure (particularly systolic hypertension), in addition to improving functioning of the left ventricle of the heart. Produced naturally by virtually every cell in the body, it is necessary for the adequate production of adenosine triphosphate, an agent that provides fuel and energy to all cells. Coenzyme Q10 also provides protection from free radical damage that can compromise the integrity of blood and heart vessels.
• L-Carnitine is a naturally occurring substance that provides antioxidant protection and increased mental energy and focus. Supplementation allows the body to synthesize more of this nutrient in its targeted destinations, namely the brain, muscle and heart.
• VitaminsB-12 and B-6 provide antioxidants and support healthy blood levels of homocysteine. This is important since high serum concentrations of this amino acid has been linked to a greater risk of atherosclerosis, heart disease and stroke.
• Magnesium relaxes the smooth muscle of blood vessels, helping to improve circulation and reducing blood pressure.
• Vitamin C supplementation is especially important for people who are overweight or suffering from hypertension. In fact, a deficiency is vitamin C is associated with an increased risk of stroke. Since this nutrient improves endothelial function, it naturally lowers blood pressure and prevents clogging of the arteries.
• Vitamin E not only provides antioxidant protection, but also prevents oxidation of LDL cholesterol (the bad kind) in the blood stream.
Start being heart smart today. Give your heart the nutritional it needs to stay healthy. Cardio Support is your partner in working toward that goal.
