Nutrient Support and Heart Function

Posted by Paul Varnas | May 17, 2020 | Cardiovascular System/Circulation, Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements | 0 |

A study published in the European Heart Journal (2005;26(21):2238–2244) looked at 30 elderly patients with chronic heart failure due to left ventricular dysfunction. For nine months, participants received either a multi-nutrient supplement (containing vitamins A, C, D, E, B-complex, folic acid, CoQ10, and essential minerals) or a placebo.

At the end of the study, those taking the supplement showed improved heart function and quality of life—with better left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and smaller LV volume—while the placebo group showed no change. The six-minute walk test did not improve in either group.

The researchers concluded that long-term nutrient support may benefit heart function and quality of life in patients with chronic heart failure.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.

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Paul Varnas

Paul Varnas, D.C., D.A.C.B.N., is a clinician and educator with over 40 years of experience in chiropractic care and clinical nutrition. A Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Nutrition, he is the founder of WholeHealthWeb.com and SymptomQuiz.com, where he focuses on evidence-based natural healthcare education.