Men's Health: Guidelines for Good Arterial Health

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Men's Health: Guidelines for Good Arterial Health

 

From a healthy heart to a good sex life, the proper flow and

circulation of blood in our arteries is one of the most important

things we can do to maintain good health and push back the aging

process.

 

There is a common denominator between good arterial health and

disorders such as heart attack, obesity, diabetes and high glucose

levels, as well as sexual health. That common denominator is blood.

 

One of the single most preventatives is a proper diet. Because diet

strongly influences weight, sex hormone production, including

testosterone, the health of our arteries and its flow, it is

important to cut back on excess meat consumption, full fat, dairy

products and a lack of vegetables and fruits in the diet.

 

Herbal medicine is a wonderful preventative solution. Complications

can arise when taking herbal medicine and allopathic drugs your

doctor has prescribed. Great caution should be used especially if you

are on blood thinners, diuretics or any other heart related

medication. Consult your doctor with any questions you may have,

before taking additional herbs or supplements.

 

Blessed Thistle: Strengthens the heart.

 

Capsicum: Blood pressure and health of blood vessels, Capsicum

stimulants circulation, enhances blood flow and is considered to be

food for the circulatory system. Capsicum assists in lowering blood

pressure and breaking down cholesterol buildup.

 

Cayenne Pepper is renowned, not only for healing the entire digestive

system, and for arthritic pain relief, but also for the heart and

circulatory system. It acts as a catalyst and increases the

effectiveness of other herbs when used with them. Cayenne has been

known to stop heart attacks within 30 seconds. Cayenne has a high

source of Vitamins A & C, has the complete B complexes, and is very

rich in organic calcium and potassium, which is one of the reasons it

is good for the heart. Consider the synergy of taking both cayenne

and Hawthorne berry together.

 

Cornsilk: Natural diuretic.

 

Folate (800 mg daily), a B complex and Zinc (15 mg daily) have shown

to increase fertility and improve sperm motility.

 

Garlic: A rich source of potassium, zinc, selenium, vitamin A and

Vitamin C, is commonly used to fight infection, increase circulation

and help prevent cardiovascular disease. Consider eating raw Garlic

every day; since it is a very effective antifungal agent, or use it

in tincture form. Research has shown that garlic is an anti-

cholesterol remedy and is recommended for heart and circulatory

problems. This is a wonderful natural antibiotic and detoxifier which

protects the body against infection by enhancing immune function, as

well.

 

Goldenseal: Berberine, an active ingredient of goldenseal, can dilate

blood vessels. Therefore, it may prove useful in the treatment of

certain causes of both irregular heartbeat and heart failure.

 

Gotu Kola: Strengthens the heart and helps lower blood pressure.

 

Hawthorn Berry: a member of the rose family, was recognized by

physicians in the early 1800s for its ability to treat disorders

related to circulation and respiration (breathing). Considered

a " cardiotonic " herb, the flowers and berries of the hawthorn plant

have been used in traditional medicine to treat irregular heartbeat,

high blood pressure, chest pain, atherosclerosis, and congestive

heart failure. Hawthorn berries contain large amounts of

bioflavonoids, which help dilate and strengthen the walls of blood

vessels, relax arteries, and improve circulation of blood to heart

muscles. studies suggest that Hawthorn berry extract improves heart

function and exercise capacity in those with CHF. Participants in

research trials also report significantly improved symptoms (like

reduced shortness of breath and fatigue). Hawthorn extract may even

prove to be as effective as low doses of ACE inhibitors (a leading

class of heart medication) in improving symptoms of congestive heart

failure. Hawthorne must be taken daily to be affective.

 

Kelp: Helps to clean and maintain the arteries.

 

L-arginine (2 grams daily), an amino acid found in pumpkin seeds and

L-citrulline (500 mg twice daily) may possibly increase nitric oxide

production, which in turn increases blood flow and therefore can

prevent erectile dysfunction and increase sperm count. Foods high in

both these amino acids include pumpkin seeds, almonds, cocoa and real

(dark) chocolate, garbanzo beans, peanuts, salmon, soy and walnuts.

 

Mistletoe: Used as a cardiac tonic to stimulate circulation, reduce

blood pressure and arteriosclerosis and strengthen capillary walls.

Constricts blood vessels and stimulates heart beat.

 

Motherwort: Improves blood flow circulation and reduces heart blood

pressure and palpitations.

 

Myrrh: Quickens the hearts action.

 

Olive Leaf Extract: Naturally support the circulatory and immune

systems.

 

Omega 3 Fatty Acids found in flaxseed and fish oil, appear to help

protect against prostate cancer. Take 3 grams daily.

 

Rosemary: Is considered a heart tonic.

 

Saw Palmetto has been clinically proven to inhibit the enzyme

involved in converting testosterone into dihydrotestosterone. These

powerful berries from the saw palmetto palm tree, improve urine flow

and decrease inflammation of the prostate gland. Take 160 mg, twice

daily.

 

Consider Vitamin E, especially mixed tocopherols, which appears to

work in synergy with lycopene to help reduce the risk of prostate

cancer. Take 400 IU daily.

 

Vitamin C works in synergy with Vitamin E and helps increase its

function. Take 600 mg, twice a day.

 

 

Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac

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