Heart Protect
What Does It Mean?
Heart Protect focuses on reducing cardiovascular (CV) disease risk by addressing underlying metabolic imbalances, inflammation, oxidative stress, and endothelial dysfunction. Cardiovascular disease is a multifactorial condition driven by chronic inflammation, poor lipid metabolism, oxidative damage, and mitochondrial dysfunction.
Root Causes & Imbalances
- Chronic inflammation leading to arterial plaque formation and vascular dysfunction
- Oxidative stress damaging endothelial cells and increasing cardiovascular risk
- Mitochondrial dysfunction impairing energy production in cardiac cells
- Essential nutrient deficiencies (Magnesium, CoQ-10, Omega-3s, B Vitamins) affecting heart rhythm, vascular integrity, and lipid metabolism
- Dysregulated stress response contributing to hypertension and endothelial damage
How Did We Get Here?
Signs & Symptoms of Cardiovascular Dysfunction
Patients at risk for cardiovascular disease may present with:
- Elevated blood pressure (Hypertension)
- Fatigue and low energy due to mitochondrial dysfunction
- Shortness of breath or exercise intolerance
- Chest discomfort or palpitations
- Cold extremities due to poor circulation
- Cognitive decline or memory issues linked to poor cerebral blood flow
- Muscle cramps or spasms from magnesium deficiency
- Headaches and dizziness associated with vascular dysregulation
How Do We Treat It?
Functional Medicine Approach
Treatment focuses on reducing inflammation, improving mitochondrial function, supporting vascular health, and balancing lipid metabolism.
Supplement Protocol
| Supplement | Function | Dosage & Frequency |
| Magnesium | Supports vascular relaxation, stress response, and heart rhythm stability | 2 capsules with or without food, daily |
| V-Pax | Provides key mitochondrial nutrients for energy production and heart function | 2 capsules without food, daily |
| Vita-Omega | Supplies EPA, DHA, and DPA to reduce inflammation and support lipid balance | 2 capsules with food, daily |
| Vita B Methyl | Provides active B vitamins to support methylation and homocysteine metabolism | 1 capsule without food, daily |
| CoQ-10 300 mg | Enhances mitochondrial function, reduces oxidative stress, and supports cardiac energy production | 1 capsule with food, daily |
| Vita-D | Supports bone, immune, and overall health by providing essential vitamin D | 1 capsule with food, daily |
Additional Lifestyle Interventions:
- Anti-Inflammatory Diet (Mediterranean-style, high in healthy fats and antioxidants)
- Regular Physical Activity (aerobic exercise, strength training, and stress-reducing activities)
- Blood Sugar Balance (reducing refined carbs, managing insulin sensitivity)
- Stress Management (meditation, breathwork, adaptogens)
- Optimize Sleep to support cardiovascular recovery