| Nutrient /
Supplement |
|
Helpful
Notes |
| L-Carnitine |
|
Helps in the transporting of long chain fatty acids,
aiding in the prevention of heart disease, high blood pressure, and other cardiovascular disease. Great
when combined with a omega fatty acid and flax seed
supplement. |
| Coenzyme Q10 |
|
Increases oxygenation to the heart and shown to prevent recurrences in people
who have had a heart attack. |
| Magnesium |
|
Low intake of magnesium has been linked to high blood pressure. A good source of
magnesium is a quality multi-vitamin
and mineral
supplement, especially one with calcium, zinc, and garlic. |
| Calcium |
|
Important for proper functioning of the cardiac (heart) muscle and a companion to
magnesium see above. |
| Omega Fatty Acids |
|
Important for reducing blood pressure and increasing blood
circulation as well as a preventative aid for general heart health. Fatty acids are found in
omega fatty acids from fish and flax and borage seed
oils from plants. |
| Vitamin C |
|
Vitamin C helps high blood pressure, hypertension, heart, and cardiovascular problems
by improving adrenal function. Can be taken in a good multi-vitamin and mineral supplement. |
| Multi-vitamin |
|
Vitamin B complex, inositol, zinc, vitamin A, and vitamin E all serve to help
lower blood pressure and reduce its effects. |
| Potassium |
|
Needed for electrolyte balance, especially if you take blood pressure medication. |
| Selenium |
|
Low intake of this mineral has been linked to heart disease and cardiovascular
problems. A good source for selenium is a natural multi-vitamin with complete mineral supplementation. |
Garlic |
|
Garlic has been shown to help lower high blood pressure and help with
other cardiovascular disease. |