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Vitamins Keep Your Heart Fighting Fit.

To keep your heart healthy, you need more than a diet that
is low in fat and cholesterol. You need to give your body a
boost to keep that heart pumping strong. And that boost is
just what vitamins can you.

Vitamin E is the first vitamin that pops into the mind of
those that are looking to improve their overall heart
health. Vitamin E seems to stop cholesterol in the body
from oxidizing and harming the arteries surrounding the
heart. When cholesterol oxidizes, it's more able to stick
to the sides of the arteries and cause buildup and possible
blockage that can lead to heart attacks and other
infarctions.

Doctors recommend an additional dose of Vitamin E. They
advise patients to eat foods rich with Vitamin E such as
nuts and almonds.

Even those patients who have had a heart attack seem to
benefit taking vitamin E. It seems the vitamin can be
effective at reducing artery blockages, helping to prevent
any further heart attacks.

To make vitamin E work even better, those concerned about
heart disease may want to supplement their diets with
vitamin C as well. As an antioxidant, it also helps to
prevent the damaging effects of cholesterol, but it is also
being shown to aid vitamin E in its healthful effects.

When taken together, vitamins E and C are helping to create
a healthier heart and artery function. Those who have a
history of hearth disease or who are concerned that they
might be at risk should consider taking supplements in
addition to adding healthier foods to their diet.

While the perfect dosage varies from one patient to another
,it seems that 400IU (international units) of vitamin E per
day is the most effective dose. For vitamin C, patients
can take a fair amount a day and still not overdose, but a
500 milligram supplement in the morning and again in the
evening is recommended to aid the heart.

Many studies have authenticated the benefits of these
vitamins. But, if you are on any other medications, you must
consult your doctor before taking vitamin supplements,
because you might have to make some alterations to avoid
adverse reactions.

A good, nutritious eating plan is the ideal way to get your
daily doses of vitamins. But taking additional supplements
is sensible, and recommended and if you're trying to boost
your heart health.