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The supplement coenzyme QIO (or CoQlO) has been of enormous help to my
patients with congestive heart failure. (Unfortunately, CoQ10 is on the
FDA's "hit list," not because it's dangerous, but because the FDA claims
that it has no benefit. Consumer groups are fighting to keep it in the
stores since it has been found to be so helpful.) Coenzyme QIO, which is
also known as ubiquinone, plays an important role in fat and energy
metabolism. It's been shown to be of extreme benefit to people who suffer
with any kind of heart disease, as it helps prevent the accumulation of
fatty acids within the heart muscle. I'm aware of reports claiming that
CoQlO is ineffective, but my patients invariably find that the supplement
reduces their symptoms. They usually see results in one to three weeks.
There's another nutritional supplement, an amino acid called carnitine, that
improves the burning of fatty acids and thereby improves the heart muscle's
exercise tolerance. Studies also reveal that in addition to helping to
strengthen the heart muscle, carnitine aids in lowering total cholesterol
anti triglyceride levels and prevents irregular heartbeat. Carnitine is a
substance natural to the body. As people age, they tend to become deficient
in carnitine, which can have an adverse effect on the heart. I suggest that
my patients with congestive heart failure take carnitine (available in
health food stores) daily.
There are other supplements that can help give relief. Beta-carotene, a
powerful antioxidant, has been shown to have a significant effect in
reducing symptoms (as well as the incidence of strokes, heart attacks, and
sudden cardiac deaths). The most impressive evidence comes from a long-term
study involving more than 22,000 male doctors who have been taking
beta-carotene for an average of six years. The best effect is seen when the
beta-carotene is ingested in the form of food, and I suggest that my
patients make a serious effort to eat at least five half-cup servings of
fruits and vegetables--primary sources of beta-carotene. This is not as
difficult to achieve as you may think: A half cup is just an average serving
of sliced carrots or a slice of cantaloupe. The best sources of
beta-carotene are yellow/orange fruits and vegetables including carrots,
sweet potatoes, apricots, peaches, and cantaloupes, and dark green leafy
vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, kale, and arugula. I also suggest to
my patients that they take a supplement of beta-carotene daily.
Magnesium is another mineral that's important for proper heart functioning.
In fact, magnesium deficiencies have been found in over 20 percent of
patients with congestive heart failure. In addition, patients with
congestive heart failure are prone to irregular heartbeats in the form of
premature ventricular contractions; magnesium has been used to control this
condition.
Low levels of vitamin E have been implicated in the development of various
heart problems. One World Health Organization study found low levels of
vitamin E to be a major risk factor for death from heart disease.
IN ADDITION TO YOUR DAILY SUPPLEMENTS, TAKE
Coenzyme Q10: 30 to 60 mg. three times a day.
DL-carnitine: 250 mg. three times a day.
Beta-Carotene: five half-cup servings daily of fruits and vegetables -- such
as yellow/orange fruits and vegetables including carrots, sweet potatoes,
apricots, peaches, and cantaloupes, and dark green leafy vegetables such as
broccoli, spinach, kale, and arugula. Or you can take beta-carotene
supplements in the amount of 10,000 mg. daily.
Magnesium: 250 mg. twice daily
Vitamin E: 400 I.U. daily
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