Do I need nutrient supplements to maintain heart health?
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Stacy Wiegman answered:You don't have to take nutrient supplements to maintain heart health. Large doses of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin E, won't protect against high blood pressure or high cholesterol. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends eating a balanced, nutritious diet that's low in calories, sodium and cholesterol, as well as low in saturated and trans fats.
The AHA does, however, recommend an omega-3 supplement for heart health if you don't eat two servings of fish a week. If you have heart disease, consider taking 1 gram a day, but talk to your doctor first.
You don't have to take nutrient supplements to maintain heart health. Large doses of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin E, won't protect against high blood pressure or high cholesterol. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends... More -
Dole Nutrition Institute answered:In general, a well-balanced diet that limits fats and carbohydrates—meaning a diet of fruits and vegetables (due to their natural minerals and antioxidants) and lean meats and fish that are high in omega-3 fatty acids—is important for heart health. Most randomized trials that have looked at specific nutrient supplementation (in excess of what would be obtained from a prudent diet) have found either no benefit or potential harm to heart health.In general, a well-balanced diet that limits fats and carbohydrates—meaning a diet of fruits and vegetables (due to their natural minerals and antioxidants) and lean meats and fish that are high in omega-3 fatty acids—is important for... More
