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Angina is a type of Atherosclerosis that occurs when atherosclerotic plaque accumulates in the Arteries leading to Heart Muscle (Myocardium). It is a form of Coronary Heart Disease and manifests as Pain in the Chest radiating to the back of the Neck when insufficient Blood reaches the Heart Muscle.Attacks of angina pectoris are often related to exertion, emotional stress, and exposure to intense cold.
Avoid sugar and refined carbohydrates, caffeine and fried foods. Identify and eliminate food allergies.
These Substances Alleviate/Prevent Angina
AMINO ACIDS
- Arginine (6,000 mg per day) improves Blood Circulation and facilitates vasodilation in Angina patients. Arginine supplementation also improves Exercise ability in Angina patients.
- Supplemental Carnitine (2 - 3 grams per day) alleviates the symptoms of Angina and allows Angina patients to become more physically active.
Lysine helps to reduce the symptoms of Angina.
ENZYMES
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Bromelain effectively treats Angina (by stimulating the breakdown of Fibrinogen).
HORMONES
Supplemental Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) (up to 100 mg per day) may alleviate the symptoms (tautness, heaviness and chest pains) associated with Angina. research
Testosterone replacement therapy alleviates Angina (in men):
- Testosterone Cypionate (administered via injection) alleviates Angina (in men).
- Testosterone Priopionate (administered via injection) alleviates Angina in men (in 91% of cases after one to two months of therapy).
LIPIDS
Some types of Superunsaturated Fatty Acids (Omega-3 Fatty Acids) prevent Angina.
- Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) helps to prevent Angina.
Forskolin alleviates the Heart Pain experienced by many Angina patients.
Phosphatidylcholine (especially when administered via intravenous infusion) significantly improves the condition of Angina patients.
Prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) alleviates the Pain associated with Angina.
MINERALS
Germanium alleviates Angina.
Magnesium alleviates some forms of Angina.
Selenium alleviates the chest Pain associated with Angina and Angina can occur as a result of Selenium deficiency.
NITROGEN COMPOUNDS
Angina patients produce insufficient Nitric Oxide (NO) in their Blood Cells (therefore strategies that increase Nitric Oxide production are beneficial for Angina patients).
NUCLEOSIDES
Adenosine alleviates the Pain associated with Angina.
ORGANIC ACIDS
Pangamic Acid relieves Angina symptoms (due to its Dimethyl Glycine (DMG) content).
QUINONES
Coenzyme Q10 (150 mg per day) reduces the need for medication for Angina by facilitating the Heart's ability to produce Oxygen in response to the Hypoxia associated with Angina.
VITAMINS
Vitamin C helps to prevent and treat Angina. research
Vitamin E (at doses of 800 IU per day or more) helps to prevent Angina onset and may alleviate the symptoms of Angina in existing Angina patients.
FOODS
Fruit
Cantaloupe alleviates Angina attacks (due to its Adenosine content).
Pineapple alleviates Angina attacks (due to the Bromelain content of Pineapple).
Herbs
Arjun reduces the incidence of Angina attacks in persons with pre-existing Angina.
Astragalus improves the condition of Angina patients.
Coleus alleviates the Heart Pain associated with Angina (due to the Forskolin content of Coleus).
Hawthorn (180 mg per day standardized to contain 18.75% OPC) alleviates Angina, improves the ability of Angina patients to Exercise and reduces the frequency of Angina attacks (by improving Blood Circulation to the Heart).
Inula reduces the chest Pain associated with Angina.
Khella (250 - 300 mg per day standardized to contain 12% Khellin) is useful for the treatment of Angina (it dilates the coronary Arteries, similarly to Calcium-Channel Blockers).
Korean Ginseng reduces the Pain associated with Angina.
Kudzu is utilized in China as a treatment for Angina.
Sanchi Ginseng is regarded as useful for the treatment of Angina (due to its ability to dilate Coronary Blood Vessels).
Tribulus terrestris causes significant improvement (in terms of remissions and ECG indicators) in Angina patients - Tribulus terrestris dilates Coronary Arteries and improves Blood Circulation to the Heart in Angina patients.
Oils (Dietary Oils)
Fish Oils (9 grams or more per day) reduce the Pain associated with Angina and human Angina patients are able to reduce their dose of Nitroglycerin while consuming Fish Oils on a daily basis (these effects occur from the Superunsaturated Fatty Acids content of Fish Oils).
Vegetables
Garlic is helpful in the prevention of Angina attacks.
These Substances Cause/Exacerbate Angina
Amino Acids
Excessive accumulation of Homocysteine is closely correlated with Angina (to a greater extent than excessive Cholesterol is correlated with Angina).
Minerals
Excessive Mercury may cause Angina.
These Ailments Increase the Risk of Angina
Cardiovascular System
Angina can be caused by underlying Atherosclerosis (which prevents adequate Oxygen from reaching the Heart).
Angina is one of the symptoms of Congestive Heart Failure.
Contraindications - Angina Patients Should Not Use these Substances
Pharmaceutical Drugs
Angina patients should not use Mazindol (as Mazindol can exacerbate the symptoms of Angina).
Smart Drugs
Diapid may aggravate Angina in persons who are already afflicted with Angina.
Forms of Angina
Angina Pectoris is the more chronic form of Angina.
Angina Vasomotoria is a less dangerous form of Angina. The Pain is more spasmodic and usually there is little actual Blood Vessel blockage.
Suggested Products
| Product |
Dosage |
Comments |
| CardioCare - 120 Caps |
3-6 capsules per day |
The synergistic ingredients may improve cardiovascular function by: Improving coronary blood flow; Decreasing risk of thrombosis; Increasing arterial vasodilation; Increasing myocardial bioenergetics; Decreasing serum lipids and lipid oxidation |
| Oral ChelatoRx - 240 Caps |
8-10 caps daily on an empty stomach |
Helps support a healthy cardiovascular system by helping remove calcium build-up in arteries, flushing heavy metals from body, stimulating mineral metabolism, and increasing mitochondrial activity. Can be taken with meals if stomach upset occurs. May be used in addition to I.V. chelation therapy (if it is necessary and available). If one is also taking supplemental minerals, take them at different time intervals. |
| Essential Minerals - 90 Caps |
1 capsule 3 times per day with meals |
Dosage recommended with Oral ChelatoRx. |
| Vitamin E (d-Alpha Tocopheryl Succinate) 300 IU - 90 Caps |
800-1200 IU per day |
Antioxidant. Has been shown to reduce the risks of cardiovascular diseases. |
| AGEBlock™ (Anti Glycation formula) - 90 Caps |
1 capsule 3 times per day |
(AGE) and crosslinkage inhibitor. AGEs and crosslinks give rise to many age-related and diabetic-related problems, including atherosclerosis, strokes and heart attacks |
| Turmeric Extract, 150 mg 120 Caps |
1 -6 capsules with meals |
Anti-inflammatory herb. |
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