When it comes to heart health, most of us focus on fiber and omega-3s—but there are other important nutrients that don’t get as much attention. These lesser-known nutrients can play a big role in keeping your heart strong and healthy. Let’s take a closer look at three of them.

February is American Heart Month ❤️

The Mediterranean Diet is research-proven to lower the risk of cognitive decline, promote longevity, and reduce the risk of many chronic diseases and cancer - but perhaps most compelling is the data on the Mediterranean Diet and reduced risk of heart disease.

CoQ10 is a nutrient that supports mitochondrial function for cellular energy production and also acts as an antioxidant. It can be synthesized in the body, but its production declines with age.

Other reasons that CoQ10 levels can decline in the body include an increased demand in certain tissues, other nutritional deficiencies, or the use of statin medications (common medications for cholesterol levels).

Hormone Balance is one of the most common reasons patients seek my care, and for good reason! Hormones have profound effects on your mental, physical, and emotional health and well-being.