Self-Care for People with Heart Disease

Take the Proper Supplements

Scientific studies show that the following supplements are beneficial in treating and preventing heart problems.

CARDIO-PLUS ® is a special combination product containing the vitamin complexes E2, B,and G; plus bovine heart PMG ™ extract. Cardio-Plus contains 24-mg of Coenzyme Q10 per tablet. Coenzyme Q10 plays a key role in numerous metabolic activities and is vital for the healthy functioning of a strong heart and cardiovascular system.*

CARDIOTROPHIN PMG ® is uniquely formulated to help maintain the healthy functioning of the heart. The protomorphogen™ extracts found in this product contain units of the cellular "blueprint" assembly. These concentrated components of cell chromosomes are the primary facilitators of regular cell growth, repair, and function. Scientific literature establishes the relationship between cell growth and differentiation controlled specific growth factors.*

CATAPLEX ® E2 is a glandular extract that contains an important component of the vitamin E complex. It is a natural phospholipid concentrate, high in chromatin material and trace elements. This concentrate contains nutrients that support healthy oxygen metabolism in addition to protective antioxidants.*

GARLIC (organically grown) enjoys a long history of supporting healthy cardiovascular function and can help maintain normal blood lipid levels. Garlic is beneficial in maintaining the healthy flow of blood throughout the circulatory system. Garlic also proves a powerful protector against cell damage from free radical assault. Sulfur containing compounds such as those found in garlic can help maintain healthy cell growth and division.*

Minimize Your Risk	Understand The Risk	Learn More/Get Help
Get educated	The food and drug industries lobby congress and the FDA every year to allow unsafe foods in our diet. Get the FACTS about how your heart functions and what foods affect cardiovascular health.	The heart - anatomy and how it functions. Cardiovascular conditions.
Get a free test to access your risk.	The Symptom Survey form can quickly determine if your cardiovascular system is as risk	Take a free test here.
Get tested by a licensed practitioner	If your heart condition has you or your doctor stumped, look for a qualified doctor in your area.	Make an appointment with a licensed health care provider.
Understand how the CRA practitioner tests for heart problems.	One or more of the following reflex points will often be active when an individual with heart problems presents to the doctor's office.	Blood Quality Reflex, Left Coronary Artery Reflex, Hemoglobin Reflex, Metabolic Heart Reflex, The Towers Meridian, The Master Brain Reflex, Crown-Sugar Reflex, Liver-Metal Overlad Pus Sub-Reflex
Don't smoke	Smoking lowers HDL (good cholesterol), raises LDL (bad cholesterol), raises the blood pressure, and worsens atherosclerosis.	It's not easy to quit smoking. If you don't smoke, don't start. It you do smoke, it's important to quit. Ask your doctor about medications or programs to help you quit.
Control your blood pressure	The higher the blood pressure, the greater the risk for heart disease. Weight loss, exercise and low sodium diets help to reduce blood pressure. If blood pressure elevations persist, medication is warranted.	Limit alcohol. Lose weight if you are overweight. Include safe exercise. Follow a lower sodium diet.
Work toward and maintain a healthy weight for you.	Excess weight is associated with high blood pressure, elevated triglycerides, higher LDL (bad cholesterol), lower HDL (good cholesterol), and can cause the onset of diabetes.	Eat less fat and total calories. Include exercise that has been approved by your physician. Consider weight loss counseling with a registered dietitian, or a try formal weight loss program.
Limit alcohol intake	Alcohol can raise the blood pressure, the triglycerides and the weight, all of which increase the risk of heart disease.	Limit to no more than one drink per day for women, or two drinks per day for men. Certain medical conditions require complete avoidance of alcohol. Speak with your doctor about alcohol use.
Limit dietary fats, especially saturated fats	Excess dietary fat contributes to obesity and to heart disease. Saturated fats can raise the LDL cholesterol.	Use lean meats and nonfat dairy products. Limit added fats. Cook with lowfat cooking methods. Learn more about the facts on fats.
Limit dietary cholesterol	Consuming too much cholesterol can lead to elevated cholesterol in the blood.	Watch out for high cholesterol foods and eat moderate portions of lean meats.
Control your stress	Stress can elevate the blood pressure and the heart rate. Reacting to stress by smoking, drinking, or overeating can increase the risk of heart disease.	Learn to manage stress in a healthy manner.
Eat a heart healthy diet	Poor diet choices can be at the root of obesity, high blood pressure and heart disease.	Healthy food choices are the ingredients for a healthy body. Learn to eat for heart health.
Treat diabetes effectively to control blood sugar levels	Both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes increase the risk of developing heart disease. Almost 1/2 of the people in the United States who have type 2 diabetes are undiagnosed and don't even know they have it!	Get screened to find out if you have diabetes. If you do have diabetes, seek care from a medical team that specializes in diabetes.
Include safe exercise	Exercise can help raise HDL (good cholesterol), lower LDL (bad cholesterol), lower mildly elevated blood pressure, condition lungs and heart, improve circulation, reduce stress and help with weight control. Exercise also helps improve blood sugar control in Type 2 diabetes.	Check with your physician before starting any exercise program. If you have heart disease it is important to be evaluated and to have your exercise routine designed for your safety and ability.

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to see if your cardiovascular system condition could respond to nutritional therapy.