Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Don't Be Afraid Of Heart Disease And Just Take Your Vitamins

By Dana McLean


Heart disease kills many people every year. For heart disease, one of the risk factors is high cholesterol. If you are diagnosed to have heart disease, your doctor will undoubtedly request that you follow a diet that's low in cholesterol and prescribe a cholesterol-lowering drug. Naturally keeping cholesterol at a healthy level is Vitamin E and it limits the amount of low-density lipoprotein or LDL cholesterol that enters the bloodstream. While there are discrepancies in the reports, many studies indicate that it takes as much as 100 milligrams or more of vitamin E for people to experience the benefits. Eating foods, such as eggs, fish, and whole-grain cereals can contribute to the recommended amount. However, you will still need to supplement your diet with vitamins to reach the benefit amount. When it comes to Vitamin E and heart disease, the good news is that Vitamin E can be a preventative measure and it can also benefit those people who have had bypass surgery or who already have heart disease.

As long as you include plenty of fruits and vegetables in your diet, then you are on your way to good health. By doing this, you get to obtain a steady source of antioxidants such as Vitamin C and Vitamin E.

You may want to increase the amount that you consume if you are concerned about heart disease. In order to obtain benefits related to heart disease, an individual is recommended to take at least 500 milligrams of Vitamin C each day even though it is present in many foods. Generally, this is recommended for individuals who have heart-related illnesses or who also use cigarettes or other tobacco products on a regular basis, not to mention that this is also an extreme amount.

When taken on a regular basis, then Niacin B3 has a twofold benefit. It can lower your triglycerides, a risk factor for both diabetes and heart disease. Niacin also reduces the amount of LDL and increases the amount of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) in the bloodstream. Considered as very minute protection is consuming just 2 milligrams of niacin every day which can provide protection for heart disease. Studies indicate that the best improvement in cardiovascular health by taking niacin is in at least 1000 milligrams. Consuming niacin in this amount can result in your face feeling flushed. After taking niacin, the side effect can take place from a few minutes to an hour.

In most cases, vitamin supplementation is harmless but still, it is a good idea to check with your health care professional before you start to take any vitamins. This is especially important if you have been diagnosed with heart disease or any other health condition.




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