The Best Supplements for Heart Health
One in three Americans has one or more types of cardiovascular disease—39 million of which are age 60 and older. High blood pressure is a major indicator of emerging heart disease, but there are things you can do to reduce your risks.
To protect your heart and keep it strong and functioning for years to come, consider these top supplements:
Omega-3’s: Omega-3 supplements have several protective benefits for people at risk for developing cardiovascular disease and those who have already been diagnosed—including the lowering of high blood pressure, decreasing the risk of arrhythmias, and inhibiting the buildup of plaque in the arteries.
Fiber: Fiber pills and powders can help keep blood pressure within a normal range.
Antioxidants: Antioxidants—including vitamins A and C—have been shown to improve recovery following a stroke.
Magnesium: This mineral helps to restore the healthy functioning of blood vessels. Magnesium also helps patients with heart disease exercise longer, and recover quicker.
Potassium: Optimal levels of this mineral aid in the transmission of electrical impulses in the heart that regulate the heartbeat.
Garlic: Garlic has been shown to have a positive effect among people with mild high blood pressure.
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