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Multithumb found errors on this page: There was a problem loading image C:\wamp\www\images/stories/08_cardiolog.jpg  Cardiologists at the Outpatient Cardiology unit of the University of Rochester Medical Center are warming up to the idea that many patients would like to use natural options to help regulate their blood pressure and that many of these options may actually work. In a new review article they have summarized the science behind how many of these nutrients can help. They are particularly fond of coenzyme Q10, calling it the shining star among supplements. “Coenzyme Q10 has a pretty profound effect on blood pressure,” said Kevin Woolf, study coauthor. This review goes over many nutrients, including potassium, calcium, vitamin D, folic acid, fish oil, garlic, flavonoids, and high-fiber diet. The researchers didn’t mention magnesium, tocotrienol E, or many other helpful nutrients. I would say this study is a step in the right direction, similar to someone placing a foot in unfamiliar water and testing it out. The last thing in the world you want to do is get stuck on blood pressure medication, which over time makes many aspects of your metabolism worse and becomes the gateway drug for a long list of toxic garbage. There are no short cuts to being healthy, but there is such a thing as good health that you can experience and preserve as you grow older—making your life a lot more fun. (Source: wellnessresources)   Socialize this Subscribe to our RSS feed to stay in touch and receive all of TT updates right in your feed reader
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