Melaleuca Phytomega™ — Protecting Your Heart

A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and supported by the Heart, Lung and blood institute suggests that a high intake of both DHA and EPA fatty acids can guard against fatal ischemic heart disease, particularly in older adults. It just goes to show that it is never too late to start looking after your heart.

This article notes that a regular intake of DHA and EPA can guard against thrombosis while protecting certain areas of the cardiovascular system. The use of marine products in the prevention and treatment of vascular diseases of the heart and brain.

Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to have good effects on an irregular heartbeat and appear to reduce instances of sudden death. Vitamins, supplements, herbal medicines, and arrhythmias.

Omega-3 fatty acids have also been shown to have significant anti-inflammatory benefits. Omega-3 fatty acids in inflammation and autoimmune diseases.

Although official guidelines state that we should all eat two meals of fatty fish per week, other countries, including the UK, have advised that fish should not be eaten more than once a week. This is because most fish are now contaminated with mercury and PCB's, which have a very detrimental effect on our health. Mercury, fish, fish oil and the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Phytosterols, also known as plant sterols, have a similar chemical structure to cholesterol, but the way the body metabolizes each of them is completely different. Phytosterols can actually block the absorption of cholesterol and help it to be eliminated naturally, through the system, thereby reducing the amount of cholesterol circulating in the blood stream.

Phytosterols are important for lowering blood cholesterol levels and reducing coronary heart disease. Phytosterols in human nutrition.

This is a favorable review of the benefits of phytosterols. Dietary phytosterols: a review of metabolism, benefits and side effects. Dietary phytosterols: a review of metabolism, benefits and side effects.

Phytosterols are also good for regulating the immune system. Plant Sterols and Sterolins: A Review of Their Immune-Modulating Properties

Bromelain is an enzyme that is extracted from the stems of pineapples. It has many health giving properties, especially for maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system.

This literature review by Gregory S. Kelly, N.D. and published in the Alternative Medicine Review, lists many compelling reasons why we should take supplements containing bromelain. PDF format: Bromelain: a Literature Review and Discussion of its Therapeutic Applications

Fibrinolytic and antithrombotic action of bromelain may eliminate thrombosis in heart patients.

At the onset of any illness a medical diagnosis is important. Prescribed medication should not be stopped without medical advice. This report is for information purposes only.

Karen MacKenzie, March 2004

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