The best way to protect your heart, besides not smoking, is through the time-tested duo of diet and exercise. That means getting at least 30 minutes of blood-pumping physical activity no less than five days a week, plus eating plenty of fresh produce, whole grains and lean protein.
Those also happen to be the foods that supply the nutrients shown below, all of which are available supplementally (in addition to herbs and other natural substances).†The information provided is not an endorsement of any product, and is intended for educational purposes only. NaturesPlus does not provide medical advice and does not offer diagnosis of any conditions. Current research on this topic is not conclusive and further research may be needed in order to prove the benefits described. The conditions and symptoms described may be indicative of serious health problems, and therefore should be brought to the attention of a qualified healthcare practitioner.
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Name |
What It Is |
What It Does |
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Carnitine |
A derivative of the amino acid lysine found primarily in meat and dairy products |
Helps cells burn fatty acids for energy; concentrated in heart muscle tissue*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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CoQ10 |
A fat-based nutrient found primarily in meat, fish, nuts and some produce |
Supports cardiovascular well-being as well as energy production and free radical defenses*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Garlic |
Allium sativum, used in cooking and traditional medicine for centuries |
Long used to support cardiac well-being*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Grape Seed |
Seeds of the fruit used in winemaking |
Known to help support blood health*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Green Tea |
Camellia sinensis, the most popular beverage in the world besides water |
Supports the body’s free-radical defenses*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Hawthorne |
Crataegus laevigata, part of a family of shrubs and small trees native to the Northern Hemisphere |
Long revered in European herbalism; supports healthy heart function*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Magnesium |
A mineral found in leafy greens, whole grains, nuts and other foods |
Required for hundreds of enzymatic reactions throughout the body; supports nerve and muscle relaxation*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Niacin |
A B vitamin found in asparagus, chicken, halibut, tuna and salmon |
Provides nutritional support for natural energy production while promoting a healthy nervous system and brain function as well as supporting digestive and skin health along with healthy blood circulation*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Olive Hydroxytyrosol |
A phytonutrient found in olives and olive oil |
Has shown an ability to support free-radical defenses and blood health*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids |
EPA and DHA, the long-chain varieties, are found in fish and oils taken from fish and krill |
Helps make cell membranes more flexible; supports healthy heart function*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Plant Sterols |
Cholesterol-like compounds found in wheat germ and bran, various oils and other sources |
Supports heart health*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Potassium |
A mineral found in produce including bananas, potatoes, oranges and tomatoes |
Supports proper electrolyte function and blood health*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Resveratrol |
A phytonutrient found in red wine, red grapes and peanuts as well as the herb Polygonum cuspidatum |
Helps support blood health*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Taurine |
An amino acid found in fish and other animal-based foods |
Helps support cardiovascular health*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
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Vitamin E |
A family of eight related compounds found in oils, nuts and other foods |
Helps support free-radical defenses in the fatty parts of cells*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
NOTE:Always consult with your healthcare practitioner for help in designing a supplementation program, especially if you have a pre-existing condition.
†The information provided is not an endorsement of any product, and is intended for educational purposes only. NaturesPlus does not provide medical advice and does not offer diagnosis of any conditions. Current research on this topic is not conclusive and further research may be needed in order to prove the benefits described. The conditions and symptoms described may be indicative of serious health problems, and therefore should be brought to the attention of a qualified healthcare practitioner.The information provided is not an endorsement of any product, and is intended for educational purposes only. NaturesPlus does not provide medical advice and does not offer diagnosis of any conditions. Current research on this topic is not conclusive and further research may be needed in order to prove the benefits described.The conditions and symptoms described may be indicative of serious health problems, and therefore should be brought to the attention of a qualified healthcare practitioner.
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**These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
