June 29, 2023 general

All our readers probably know that cardiovascular heart disease (CHD) troubles are themselves the leading cause of premature death even for women and we should remember that 20% of deaths are among folks under age 65. Cardio problems also and can lead to trouble with the kidneys, the brain and so on. CHD is also a ghastly large component of the US sickness care cost. I’ll skip all the disheartening (pun intended) statistics and get right to how to protect yourself.

What you do everyday matters: For example, smoking increases your risk 3 x—so please stop. Eat a healthful diet of real foods that are low in sugars and refined carbohydrates. Get regular exercise; go easy on the alcohol; keep your blood sugar and blood pressure under control. Okay, no surprises there because we discuss these things regularly on HBN. Good sleep is also important as is proper hydration.

Supplementation. There are many dietary supplements that have been shown to be good for your heart and circulatory system. They can each work in different ways, so it makes sense to take a variety. However, you probably don’t want to have a laundry basket full of bottles, so I recommend finding a comprehensive cardio supplement that thoughtfully balances several top-quality ingredients. I’m going to make this easy on you and me by simply describing Brightcore’s Vitality–which I think is the best choice.  Vitality contains these 7 synergistic ingredients:

1. MicroActive CoQ10. CoQ10 is a substance found naturally throughout the body. It acts as an antioxidant and is key to cellular energy production. Increasing your level of CoQ10 helps: glycemic control (especially in diabetics), blood pressure, circulation and blood flow, cholesterol levels, to prevent blood clots, and to neutralize free radicals. Note that statin drugs reduce our CoQ10 levels. The brand name ingredient, MicroActive CoQ10 is 3x more absorbable than the second best kind and is backed by 5 clinical studies! Also, this specific kind releases slowly for better utilization and is vegan (many others are animal sourced).
2. MenaQ7 Vitamin K₂. As we’ve discussed many times on HBN, Vitamin K₂ assures that calcium goes into bones and teeth where it is needed and does not accumulate in the circulatory system contributing to hardening of the arteries. MenaQ7® Vitamin K₂ is the form of vitamin K₂ that I have long recommended, and this specific brand has been clinically validated to offer cardiovascular support.
3. MegaNatural BP Grape Seed Extract. Grape seed extract has been shown to reduce blood pressure, improve blood flow, support brain health as we age, improve natural collagen levels and bone strength. Again, brand matters! MegaNatural BP is extracted with water rather than chemicals and is better absorbed. This brand has a unique structure of its polyphenols; and because of sophisticated testing, is a consistent concentration that provides consistent results. Clinical studies show reduction of blood pressure as much as 2 mmHg for systolic and 8 mmHg for diastolic.

In addition to those 3 patented brand name components listed above, Vitality also delivers these superstar herbal ingredients:

• Resveratrol which offers wonderful support for (near as I can tell) the whole body. Specifically for CHD, it helps with maintenance of healthful blood sugar and pressure as it also protects our nervous and cardiovascular systems. Although resveratrol is the magic in red wine, this ingredient is sourced from Japanese knotweed where it is concentrated.
• Olive Leaf Extract reduces the risk of atherosclerosis (plaque build-up in arteries), can help stabilize blood pressure for Type II diabetics, and supports weight loss for those who are overweight.
• Hawthorn Berry has been shown in both animal and human studies to increase coronary artery blood flow. It also helps cholesterol levels to achieve healthy levels.
• Bilberry. It is known to improve vision perhaps for the same reasons it promotes heart health. Bilberry is a powerful anti-inflammatory and an antioxidant powerhouse.

Vitality delivers all those wonderful ingredients in effective amounts and the proper ratios in just 3 easy to swallow capsules per day. It is not just good for your heart. The name says it all—Vitality. Now you can see why I asked Brightcore to be an HBN sponsor! I always ask sponsors for a special deal for my listeners. Brightcore generously offered (if you say your heard it on HBN): Buy 2 bottles of Vitality and Get 1 FREE. (60-day 100% money back guarantee.) Call promptly and receive one bottle of Radiance Vitamin D3 as a FREE gift with your order. Only by calling (888) 958-5331. (Mention their Family & Friends package for even bigger discounts!)