Heart & Circulation

Behind the scientific name hesperidin methyl chalcone lies a powerful active principle. In May, we reported on its natural benefits for the cardiovascular system . In fact, its therapeutic potential has been shown to be much more extensive. Studies conducted over recent years suggest that hesperidin methyl chalcone offers benefits...

A recent study suggests that there is more to discover about the therapeutic potential of vitamin D, vitamin K and calcium. While these three nutrients are known for their synergistic effect on bone mineralisation, it seems they may also act jointly to prevent cardiovascular disease. At least that was the...

A few days ago, it was International Day of Older Persons, a World Health Organization (WHO) initiative set up to honour the world’s senior citizens and highlight their rights in modern society 1 . In particular, this annual event emphasises the importance of the right to health. This is defined...

What we address here is not whether you should continue to take conventional statins or natural alternatives such as red yeast rice, but the importance of supplementing either form of statin with Coenzyme Q10. If, for whatever reason, you have been prescribed a statin or statin-like alternative, supplementing with Co-Q10...

It is widely-recognised that the accumulation of ‘bad’ LDL-cholesterol in the arteries is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Extensive research has led to the development of treatments to normalise the lipid profile which includes levels of LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides. Statins are undoubtedly the best-known cholesterol-lowering drugs, but their use...