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by Jim Riddle

Since 1963, the American Heart Association (AHA), in congress with the Office of the President of the United States, has declared February as Heart Month. Health practitioners are encouraged to emphasize heart health education with their patients and clients in an effort to stem the epidemic of heart and vascular disease in America. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. It is vital to learn more about your heart in order to help prevent heart disease and related health issues. If you or your loved ones already suffer from CVD, learning more about your condition can help you live a healthier, more satisfying life. Also, you can empower yourself by becoming a more active participant in your care.

The term "heart Disease" is most often associated with coronary artery disease (narrowing of the arteries leading to the heart), but coronary artery disease is just one type of cardiovascular disease. CVD includes a number of conditions affecting the structures or function of the heart and blood vessels. While many cardiovascular diseases affect individuals worldwide, the following describes some of the most common conditions and their symptoms.

Coronary Artery Disease

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a condition where atherosclerosis (the buildup of fat and cholesterol known as plaque on the inner walls of blood vessels, causes decreased blood flow and hardening in the arteries that provide vital oxygen and nutrients to the heart. Left untreated, CAD can lead to myocardial infarction (MI, heart attack), where blood flow is dramatically decreased to areas of the heart, causing damage to the heart muscle and sometimes resulting in death. The primary symptom of CAD is angina, described as discomfort, heaviness, pressure, aching, burning, fullness, squeezing or a painful feeling in your chest. It can sometimes be felt in the shoulders, arms, neck, throat, jaw or back. Other symptoms can include shortness of breath, palpitations (irregular heart beats), a faster heartbeat, weakness or dizziness, nausea and sweating.

Heart Failure

Heart failure is a term used to describe a condition where the heart is not pumping blood as effectively as it should. Heart failure is the leading cause of hospitalization of Americans over the age of 65. Over half a million new cases of heart failure are diagnosed each year with an estimated 5 million Americans living with the disease. Symptoms of heart failure can include shortness of breath, especially during activity or when lying down flat in bed, coughing that produces whit colored mucus, rapid weight gain (up to 2-3 lbs. per day), swelling in the ankles, legs and abdomen, dizziness, fatigue and weakness, and rapid or irregular heartbeats.

Abnormal Heart Rhythms

When functioning properly, the heart beats in a steady, even rhythm, about 60 to 100 times each minute. When the heart beats irregularly, it is called an arrhythmia. An arrhythmia can also cause a very slow or very fast heartbeat. Symptoms can include palpitations, or "skipped beats," pounding in the chest, dizziness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain and weakness.

Cardiomyopathy or Heart Muscle Disease

Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle itself. Cardiomyopathy describes the condition of the heart where it is larger, has thicker walls or lacks elasticity. Any of these conditions will prevent the heart from working optimally. Symptoms are similar to those of heart failure but are often less pronounced and can sometimes go unnoticed. Like most heart diseases, if left untreated, the symptoms can worsen and lead to more serious conditions and even death.

Hypertension

Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against blood vessel walls. The higher your blood pressure, the harder your heart is forced to work to supply the body with blood. This condition is called hypertension and it can damage the heart and blood vessels. It can also lead to conditions such as heart attack, stroke, heart failure, kidney failure, vision problems and the development of atherosclerosis.

Several factors can contribute to the development of hypertension. Smoking, being overweight, lack of exercise, high-sodium diets, excessive alcohol consumption, stress, age and genetics can all promote hypertension in the body. Unfortunately, hypertension often has no symptoms and can therefore go largely unnoticed. The AHA estimates that nearly on-third of those who have high blood pressure are unaware that they have it. The only way to know for sure is to have your blood pressure checked regularly.

Peripheral Artery Disease

Just like the vessels that supply blood to your heart, blood vessels that supply the rest of your body can develop atherosclerosis. Eventually the affected blood vessels can fail to provide enough oxygen to tissues in the body, causing a condition called ischemia that can cause cellular death in the affected tissues. If this happens in the carotid arteries or other vessels that supply blood to the brain, it can result in a type of stroke. If a blockage develops in the legs, one can suffer from debilitating leg pain and cramping, skin color changes, sores or ulcers, and extreme leg fatigue. If the blockage is severe, it can result in the loss of the limb. A blockage in the arteries that supply the kidneys can cause uncontrolled hypertension, heart failure and abnormal kidney function.

Blood Clots

The ability to form clots in the blood is essential to good health. Without it, even the smallest cuts could be fatal. Unfortunately, certain conditions can lead to the clotting of blood in our veins that can cause serious health concerns. Long bed rest, damage to the veins from injury or infection, valve damage in the veins, pregnancy, hormone therapies (such as estrogen or birth control) and genetic disorders can sometimes lead to the formation of clots in the veins. This can slow blood flow and thicken the blood. Clots can also detach from the walls of veins and later become lodged in the smaller vessels of the lungs (pulmonary embolism). This is a serious condition that can sometimes cause death.

Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are enlarged, purple, ropy veins, visible just under the skin, most often occurring in the legs. Spider veins, small red or purple bursts on the knees, calves or thighs, are closely related to varicose veins and are simply smaller versions of the same. They are more common among women than men and can often be a genetic problem. Pregnancy, being overweight or regularly standing for long periods of time can also increase their occurrence.

Statistics and disease information as provided by the American Heart Association, www.americanheart.org

Pump up the Love for Your Circulatory System

by Darlyn Britt

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Cardio Assurance

Now with Vitamin K2 and resveratrol, Cardio Assurance combines important vitamins and herbs to help protect and maintain blood vessel health and blood flow. Vitamins K2 shows exciting promise for bone mineral density and blood vessel health with its ability to resorb calcium from plaque. Resveratrol also benefits heart health. Hawthorn berries, folic acid, vitamin B6 and vitamins B12 round out the formula and provide terrific nutritional support for this body system.  Order Here

Blood Pressurex

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RG-MAX

Our new arginine-fortified drink powder! RG-Max helps maintain circulatory system components by providing 10 different amino acids to repair and build muscle, including the heart muscle. These include arginine, taurine, l-isoleucine, l-leucine, l-methionine, l-tyrosine, l-threonine, N-acetyl-l-cysteine, l-glutamine and acetyl-l-carnitine. Another key ingredient, red grape shin extract, provides powerful antioxidant benefits to the circulatory system. RG-Max may help promote stamina and protect against premature cardiovascular aging. This great-tasting drink powder is sweetened with xylitol and flavored with natural strawberry and lemon.  Order Here

Super Omega-3 EPA

The body needs essential fatty acids to perform certain functions like manufacturing hormones, keeping cell membranes flexible and modulating inflammatory response. Super Omega-3 EPA provides 1,000 mg of fish oil, with 380 mg EPA and 190 mg DHA (beneficial fatty acids) per softgel. Supportive but not conclusive research shows that the consumption of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. The addition of lemon oil helps to greatly minimize the aftertaste of fish.  Order Here

Mega-Chel

Arguably our most popular circulatory system product, Mega-Chel provides the body with a wonderful blend of vitamins, essential minerals, amino acids, glandular substances and herbs to support heart and circulatory health. The specialized minerals may offer vascular benefits. Mega-Chel contains 12 vitamins, 11 minerals, CoQ-10, glandular substances, ginkgo and hawthorn plus many other important nutrients.  Order Here

Vari-Gone

Varicose veins can be unsightly. Vari-Gone herbal formula provides herbs that fortify and nourish the health, strength and resilience of veins. Vari-Gone may help support optimal blood flow to the heart and legs as well as aid the strength and tone of vascular tissue. Butcher's broom, a time-honored herb known to help support the circulatory system, along with horse chestnut are key herbs in this formula. Also contains rutin, hesperidin, lemon bioflavonoids, ascorbic acid and fenugreek seeds. Vari-Gone topical cream is also available.  Order Here

Red Yeast Rice

Prized in Chins for its circulatory system benefits, red yeast rice is structurally similar to compounds used to support circulatory health. The liver inherently manufactures a certain amount of cholesterol, and red yeast rice may help modulate the amount being produced. For best results, take Co-enzyme Q-10 with this product.  Order Here

LOCLO

Fiber plays an important role in the circulatory system as well as the intestinal system. Fiber helps carry extra lipids and dietary cholesterol from the body before they can be absorbed into the bloodstream. LOCLO contains fiber from psyllium hulls, apple, acacia gum, guar gum and oat bran. It helps maintain intestinal regularity and may help maintain cholesterol levels that are already in the normal range.  Order Here

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Dennis & Jean Dunning
D&J's Herbs & Nutrition
Nature's Sunshine Distributors
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