Cardiomyopathy

Cardiomyopathy involves physical changes in the heart such as enlargement or dilation of one or more of the chambers of the heart. It can also involve rigidity of the heart muscle. The disorder may be related to inherited defects or can be caused by a number of different diseases.

Nutrient / Supplement                                                Helpful Notes

• L-Carnitine                       Helps in the transporting of long chain fatty acids, aiding in the prevention of heart disease, high blood pressure, and other cardiovascular disease. Great when combined with a Omega fatty acid and flax seed supplement.
• Coenzyme Q10                Increases oxygenation to the heart and shown to prevent recurrences in people who have had a heart attack.
• Magnesium                        Low intake of magnesium has been linked to high blood pressure. A good source of magnesium is a quality Multi-Vitamin and mineral supplement, especially one with calcium, zinc, and garlic.
• Calcium                             Important for proper functioning of the cardiac (heart) muscle and a companion to magnesium see above.
• Omega Fatty Acids          Important for reducing blood pressure and increasing blood circulation as well as a preventative aid for general heart health. Fatty acids are found in omega fatty acids from fish and flax and Borage seed oils from plants.
• Vitamin C                         Vitamin C helps high blood pressure, hypertension, heart, and cardiovascular problems by improving adrenal function. Can be taken in a good multi-vitamin and mineral Supplement.
• Multi-Vitamin                   Vitamin B complex, inositol, zinc, vitamin A, and vitamin E all serve to help lower blood pressure and reduce its effects.
• Potassium                         Needed for electrolyte balance, especially if you take blood pressure medication.
• Selenium                           Low intake of this mineral has been linked to heart disease and cardiovascular problems. A good source for selenium is a natural multi-vitamin with complete mineral supplementation.
• Garlic                                Garlic has been shown to help lower high blood pressure and help with other cardiovascular disease.