Heart Support 60s

Key Ingredients:

• Niacin

  • is used for its ability to reduce the risk of coronary heart issues. This benefit has been observed even after the discontinuation of the vitamin. 

• Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12 and Natural Methyl Folate 

  • A study involving 5500 adults who were put on these vitamins over a 5 year period observed that the subjects benefited from lower homocysteine levels. This in turn reduced the risk of stroke. In addition, we use a combination of P5P and Vitamin B6, and only the natural methyl form of folate to further enhance effectiveness.

• Magnesium Taurinate 

  • Magnesium affects the way the heart functions. It is needed for proper contractility and rhythm. Adequate level of the nutrient can help strengthen the heart and support normal blood pressure.
  • The taurine in this type of magnesium offers synergistic cardiovascular health benefits. It has been shown to improve lipid synthesis, help in reducing the free radicals’ burden and in the prevention of hyperglycemia induced cell dysfunction. All these benefits have a positive effect on the overall heart health.

• Chromium (Albion Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate) 

  • Chromium has been shown to be necessary in the regulation of insulin and subsequently, blood sugar. Some studies have suggested that about 90% of the American diets are deficient in chromium. Low levels of chromium not only increases the risk of high blood sugar but has also been associated with high triglyceride levels. Elevated triglycerides are a high risk factors for heart disease. Other research findings indicate that chromium may help in weight reduction efforts and which in turn lowers risk of heart disease.

• Co-enzyme Q10 

  • There is evidence that Co-enzyme Q10 can help support:
    • Healthy blood pressure.
    • Improved healing after a stroke.
    • Improved heart function when used with conventional medications.
    • Supports healthy cholesterol level.
    • Improved post-heart surgery prognosis.
    • Lower the risk of diabetes and associated cardiovascular complications.

• Mixed Tocopherols 

  • These vitamin E like compounds have many heart health benefits. These include:
    • Lowers risk of atherosclerosis.
    • Lowering level of C-reactive proteins.
    • Lower risk of coronary artery disease.
    • Improved outcome after invasive cardiac procedures including angioplasty.

• Herbal extracts

  • Hawthorn leaf extract and berry preparation have the following research based benefits:
    • Vasodilation.
    • Improved blood flow.
    • Reduced blood vessel damage.
    • Supports normal blood pressure.
    • Improves heart function when used together with conventional medications

References 

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