Heart Health Supplements

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• Publié par: KenDz17
• Publié le: 26 septembre 2014
• Nombre de lectures: 1
• Langue: English

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Heart Health Supplements Take a look at your lifestyle. Are you practicing hearthealthy habits? The heart is a vital organ that never stops working even while you sleep, so it is just as important to take good care of it. Heart disease has become one of the leading causes of death, but that doesn't mean you have to accept it as your fate. For many people affected by this health issue, making lifestyle changes is enough to lower cholesterol. Other people need medications like cholesterollowering statin drugs. Dietary supplements can be part of the prescription, too, and this is where the role ofomega 3 supplementsbecomes essential. Statistics show that of the $20 billion dollars spent yearly on herbs and supplements, those touted to improve heart health top the list. They range from fish oil and flaxseed oil to artichoke and garlic extracts. Other supplements that may also benefit your heart include: •Plant sterols •Niacin •Fiber (psyllium) •Red yeast rice •Green tea extract •BComplex vitamins (B6, B12, folic acid) •Coenzyme Q10 •Policosanol Omega 3 fatty acids found in fish oil and other sources like flaxseed oil and algae oil provide significant reductions in triglyceride levels. They have consistently been shown to improve heart health because of its antiinflammatory agents. We know that inflammation is a common pathway for many diseases, and by curbing inflammatory issues, this translate to lowered risk of heart disease and Alzheimer's disease. Besides taking omega 3 supplements to provide you with essential fatty acids needed by the body, following a hearthealthy diet is also imperative. This means eating foods that are low in fat, cholesterol and salt. The diet is rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, which can help protect your heart. Vegetables and fruits contain substances found in plants that may help prevent cardiovascular disease. They are also low in calories, rich in dietary fiber and are great sources of vitamins and minerals.