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The Benefits of CoQ10 for the Heart

For those with a personal or family history of heart disease, the road to reducing risks can be challenging. Eating well, losing weight, getting regular exercise and reducing stress all take time and focused commitment to implement into a daily routine. While there is still no magic pill to guarantee heart health, there are already a few options that hold promise. Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a potent antioxidant that has been linked to normal cardiac functioning and many cardiologists recommend this supplement to those taking statin drugs (which can effectively lower cholesterol, but reduce the production of CoQ10). It also has shown potential benefits for anyone with risk factors for heart disease. Magnesium glycinate (which plays a role in energy metabolism, bone mineralization, and intestinal motility) and L-arginine (a precursor to nitric acid, which may help support blood vessel dilation and oxygen delivery to the heart) can both help to provide additional support for those who want to optimize their heart health.