cardiovascular disease
Natural Sleep Support–Turning 10 Winks Into 40
Poor sleep is a growing problem among Western populations. The good news is that there are numerous products that can help your customers catch their zzz’s. People are just not sleeping the way they want to … and the way they used to. Thus, the sleep category is one of the very few that is […]
NPA, CRN Release Statements on Preventive Services Task Force Guidance on Dietary Supplements
The Natural Products Association (NPA) and the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) have issued statements in response to recent findings by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). NPA commented on what USPSTF found in relation between the use of beta carotene and vitamin E for the prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer. Ultimately, “The […]
Plant-based Diet Linked to Reduced Risk of CVD
According to a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, consuming a plant-based diet is linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) during young to middle adulthood. Participants were 4,946 adults in the CARDIA (Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults) prospective study. They were initially 18 to 30 years old and […]
Link Between Depression and Heart Health Significant
According to a recent article by the American Heart Association, “People with depression fare worse in heart health study,” there is a greater risk of individuals suffering from depression to also experience heart-related issues. And it’s a two-way street: those who suffer from heart problems are more likely to deal with depression as well. The […]
In Support of Natural Heart Health
Despite a major negative study publicized last summer, the heart health category is teeming with effective, science-backed supplements. Here’s how to win over skittish customers. “Most dietary supplements are useless for preventing heart attacks!” This statement or a facsimile thereof caused the dietary supplement industry and natural health practitioners to have tachycardia (rapid heartbeat often […]
Carlson Supplies Retailers With Red Aprons for Heart Awareness Month
Go Red for Women is the American Heart Association’s campaign to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease in women. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. Friday, February 3, 2017 is National Wear Red Day. Thousands of individuals and companies are raising awareness about heart disease by wearing red on […]
Study: Zinc Deficiency Linked To Immune System Response, Particularly In Older Adults
Zinc, an important mineral in human health, appears to affect how the immune system responds to stimulation, especially inflammation, new research from Oregon State University shows. Zinc deficiency could play a role in chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes that involve inflammation. Such diseases often show up in older adults, who are […]
Fish oil and krill oil reduce cardiovascular inflammation. Should cardiovascular patients use one or the other or both?
Ask Dr. Mike Question (follow-up to “Should patients use fish oil and/or krill oil to reduce cardiovascular inflammation?”): Fish oil and krill oil reduce cardiovascular inflammation. Should cardiovascular patients use one or the other or both? – Robert A Goodwin, Jr., Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon Answer: For preventative measures, I start people with fish oil. However, […]
High Homocysteine Levels and Nutraceutical Treatment
Dean of Academics, Huntington College of Health SciencesHomocysteine is a byproduct of normal protein metabolism. It is formed from the conversion of the amino acid methionine. Since high levels of homocysteine is not a good thing for our health, the body has a built-in mechanism to partially convert it back into methionine and other beneficial, […]
Vitamin E: An Important & Controversial Nutrient
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin with a well-established need in human health. Over the past decade or so, however, there has been a great deal of controversy surrounding whether supplementation with vitamin E increases or decreases the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. This article will review the functions of vitamin E and […]
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