Heart/Cardio

I have read that one should be certain of the quality of lecithin granules before purchasing. How can that be done?

You want to make sure the lecithin granules are produced from pure, whole, non-GMO soybeans. Some companies use soy flour, which is not a good source of lecithin. Make sure it does not contain any... Read_More »

Answered by: Dr. Kristin Cox
Category: Heart/Cardio

As a result of an angiogram, I was told that I have 60% blockage but no medication is suggested. Diet and Exercise. Are there any herbs I can take and what kind of a diet?

This is the perfect time to start focusing on diet and lifestyle changes as well as starting a few key supplements. Inflammation is the main cause of plaque formation. You need to focus on... Read_More »

Answered by: Dr. Sherri Jacobs
Category: Heart/Cardio

My blood pressure seems to be getting worse today: 180/110

Your elevated blood pressure readings are of great concern.  Having a diastolic reading above 100 is very dangerous and puts you at risk for a variety of serious health problems some of which... Read_More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: Heart/Cardio

I would like to stop taking High Blood Pressure drugs and Allegra for allergies. Could you suggest something that is more of a natural product for these two things? I don't like the side effects of...

There are several different natural strategies for lowering blood pressure.  One strategy is to use herbs and nutrients that promote vasodilation (the process by which the artery relaxes and... Read_More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: Heart/Cardio

I either have an missing gene or the gene that carries cholesterol problems and was wondering what natural way I could reduce it because my medication give me horrible side effects. Thank you!

Some people do have genetic variations that lead to very elevated levels of cholesterol.  Unfortunately this can create some problems when trying to ensure that a persons most valuable asset,... Read_More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: Heart/Cardio

DOES CARDIO SUPPORT HELP WITH PATIENTS THAT HAVE A CHOLESTEROL READING OF 360?

The short answer is yes.  Many of the ingredients in the Cardio Support formula would be helpful for someone with elevated cholesterol.  Coenzyme Q10, Hawthorne extract, Green Tea... Read_More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: Heart/Cardio

Good day doc, Thank you for all you do to help the public.... Q: 51 year old healthy male,  on Benicar for blood pressure...I feel yuck on this...

Celery seed has long history of medicinal use for a variety of health complaints including gout, arthritis and high blood pressure.  It contains a... Read_More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: Heart/Cardio

I am taking Plavix after triple bypass surgery, I notice that turmeric purportedly does the same thing Plavix does. Is it safe to take both?

Many herbs are thought to affect blood clotting.  Most are suspected to decrease the effectiveness of the clotting process through many different mechanisms.  This... Read_More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: Heart/Cardio

Is it safe to take EDTA with other prescription heart pills?

EDTA and chelation therapy should only be administered under the care of a supervising physician.  Drug interactions with EDTA are not well documented, however it is... Read_More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: Heart/Cardio

Every morning when I wake up my feet hurt to stand and walk on them, as well as my hands hurting. Now, for about a month I have had chest pains, where my chest tightens up. When I do cardio, and I...

Any chest pain or tightness needs to be evaluated by your doctor to rule out any heart problems.  The other thing you need to consider is that you might be consuming... Read_More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: Heart/Cardio

  I am having pain from my toe to my knee daily, could this possibly by P.A.D.?

Many things can cause leg pain ranging from injury, cramps and nerve irritation to impaired circulation and infection.  Peripheral artery disease can be a very dangerous condition as it... Read_More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: Heart/Cardio