Sudden cardiac death is a growing fear amongst many Canadians. Many of us know someone affected by cardiovascular disease because of its prevalence. However, it is the number one preventable cause of death – which gives hope to its rising fear.

What causes a heart attack?  

Stoppage of blood flow in the arteries that supply the heart. Atherosclerosis is the term for the buildup of plaque inside the artery walls. Over time, these plaques can grow in size, eventually blocking the artery completely. The necessary oxygen and nutrients will not get to cells and this will  affect the vital organs. Atherosclerosis is an extremely serious condition that can deprive blood to the heart, which can then result in a heart attack.

What causes plaque buildup in the arteries?  

Free radical damage can be connected with improper diet, smoking and sedentary lifestyle.. This in turn sets the stage for inflammation of the arterial lining, which in turn attracts cholesterol and heavy metals such as calcium. As free radical damage ensues, the plaques grow in size and can start to block the artery.
To neutralize free radicals, supplementation with antioxidants is crucial. Products like Formula H.H. contain vitamins and minerals that will stimulate the body’s own innate process to keep the cardiovascular system healthy. This concept has been proven useful for the last 40 years.

In a recent clinical trial by Dr. Richard Dodd, patients using the H.H. program reduced their arterial stiffness by almost 9% every month. After 3-6 months, patients who were at high risk for cardiovascular disease were categorized as low risk.

A wealth of recent clinical information shows Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) are critical for the cardiovascular health. The combination of Omega 3,6,9 essential fatty acids have been shown to decrease blood clotting, reduce high blood lipids, correct blood cholesterol levels, and lower the LDL cholesterol which all contribute to arterial plaque formation.

Heart muscle strength is another
crucial area of cardiovascular health.

Patients with a weakened heart muscle have lower levels of Coenzyme Q-10. As we age, the heart loses its ability to relax. Less relaxation means the heart can’t fill itself with enough blood to pump efficiently. The most bioavailable CoQ10 was patented under the name Q-Gel^®, sold in Canada under the name CoQ10 M.R.B.

Q-Gel’s benefits in toning, strengthening and
energizing the heart muscle allow better pumping action.

Many scientific studies and clinical applications have documents that Q-Gel^® may naturally and without side effects help lower cholesterol and blood pressure, strengthen the heart muscle, stabilize blood glucose levels, extend the survival of cells and slow the aging process. Aging affects people differently. Most of us have some degree of plaque in our arteries. The question is how much. In some people, plaque buildup may be so severe that without proper medical treatment and changes to lifestyle, sudden cardiac death may be a reality waiting to happen. Prevention is the key to this disease and various changes in lifestyle and diet can go a long way in ensuring the health of the arteries.