Taurine Benefits for Heart Disease, Blood Pressure & Fatigue

Taurine Benefits for Heart Disease, Blood Pressure & Fatigue

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.

Discover how taurine supports heart health, lowers blood pressure, and boosts heart function—backed by new research. A must-read for heart wellness!

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Glutathione Explained: The Secret Molecule That Could Save Your Heart

Glutathione Explained: The Secret Molecule That Could Save Your Heart

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.

Discover how glutathione protects your heart, fights oxidative stress, and boosts cellular health—naturally. Your heart's secret weapon starts here.

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Morning Coffee: A Heart-Healthy Habit

Morning Coffee: A Heart-Healthy Habit

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.

Discover how drinking coffee in the morning boosts heart health and longevity. Backed by research—optimize your coffee habit for better health today!

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Want to Live Longer? Science Says You Should Hit the Sauna More Often

Want to Live Longer? Science Says You Should Hit the Sauna More Often

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.

Discover how regular sauna sessions can boost heart health, reduce stress, and extend your life—backed by science. Start your longevity journey today!

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Hidden Fat in Your Muscles Is Harming Your Heart – Here’s Why

Hidden Fat in Your Muscles Is Harming Your Heart – Here’s Why

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.

Discover how fat inside muscles could harm your heart and what you can do to improve muscle health. Learn proven strategies to reduce risk.

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The Benefits of Taurine for Cardiovascular Health

The Benefits of Taurine for Cardiovascular Health

Taurine is more than just an amino acid. Emerging research highlights its impressive benefits for cardiovascular health, including blood pressure reduction and improved heart function. Learn how taurine can potentially enhance your heart health.
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How Glutathione Helps Prevent Cardiovascular Diseases

How Glutathione Helps Prevent Cardiovascular Diseases

Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of death globally. Glutathione, a powerful antioxidant, plays a critical role in reducing the oxidative stress that contributes to these conditions. This article explores the science behind glutathione's impact on heart health and how it can be leveraged to prevent cardiovascular issues.
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Can High-Intensity Exercise Reverse Aging's Impact on the Heart?

Can High-Intensity Exercise Reverse Aging's Impact on the Heart?

Poor fitness and sedentary aging can increase heart stiffness, leading to heart failure. But can high-intensity exercise reverse these effects? A study suggests it can. Read on to discover how high-intensity workouts may protect your heart and slow aging.
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This Is an Easy Way to Reduce LDL and Cardiovascular Risk

This Is an Easy Way to Reduce LDL and Cardiovascular Risk

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
Eating one serving of pulses (beans, chickpeas, lentils, and peas) daily can significantly lower LDL cholesterol and improve heart health, according to a review of 26 clinical studies.
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Simple Change Can Decrease Cardiovascular Risk Factors

Simple Change Can Decrease Cardiovascular Risk Factors

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
This study looked at how olive oil, compared to butter, affects our heart health markers, like blood pressure and cholesterol level.
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Can Berberine Be Helpful for the Gastrointestinal Tract?

Can Berberine Be Helpful for the Gastrointestinal Tract?

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
Berberine is known for its therapeutic effects. It is supporting digestive, metabolic, cardiovascular, and neurological health (Song D, et.al., 2020).
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What Type of Diet Works the Best for Reducing Cardiovascular Risk?

What Type of Diet Works the Best for Reducing Cardiovascular Risk?

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
In a recent study involving 44 identical twins, researchers found that a vegan diet can lead to better heart health compared to an omnivorous diet.
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What can glutathione do for cardiac protection

What can glutathione do for cardiac protection

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
The glutathione system is a vital defender against heart damage, acting as an antioxidant powerhouse within the cardiovascular system.
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Eating your way to a healthier heart doesn’t have to be difficult

Eating your way to a healthier heart doesn’t have to be difficult

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
The 'Portfolio' diet, rich in plant protein (legums), nuts, and fibers, isn't just a fad—it could be lifesaving.
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How do changes in body composition affect cardiovascular risk?

How do changes in body composition affect cardiovascular risk?

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
This study included 1048 participants between the age of 50 and 80 years old without cardiovascular disease (Hu T, et. al., 2023). The researchers investigated the associations of 2-year changes in fat percentage and fat-free mass percentage with occurring cardiovascular events.   This is what they found. The participants with...
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What can heat do for your cardiovascular system?

What can heat do for your cardiovascular system?

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
This study included 2315 men between the age of 42 and 60 years (Laukkanen T, et.al., 2015). The purpose of the research was to investigate the association of frequency and duration of sauna bathing with the risk of sudden cardiac death, fatal coronary heart disease, fatal cardiovascular disease, and all-cause...
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Can tea reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Can tea reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
In this research 11 studies on black tea and 24 studies on green tea were analyzed for an association of tea consumption and the risk of cardiovascular disease ( Yang X, et.al., 2022).     The results showed that drinking less than four cups of black tea daily may prevent...
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How long does it take to reduce cardiovascular risk factors?

How long does it take to reduce cardiovascular risk factors?

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
  The following research investigated the effect of consuming a plant-based diet on blood Lipoprotein (a) (Lp(a)) levels and other risk factors in overweight and obese individuals (Najjar RS, et.al., 2018). High Lp(a) levels increase your likelihood of having a heart attack or stroke. Lp(a) can cause increased clotting, which...
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Do you want big improvements to your cardiovascular function? These 2 things have shown to do it.

Do you want big improvements to your cardiovascular function? These 2 things have shown to do it.

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
  The following research combined exercise and sauna use comparing it with only exercise for the benefits of cardiovascular function (Lee E, et.al., 2022). The researchers measured blood pressure, cardiorespiratory fitness, fat mass, total cholesterol levels, and arterial stiffness. The participants were an average of 49 years old with low...
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Can blueberries improve vascular function?

Can blueberries improve vascular function?

Posted by:  Didrik Sopler, Ph.D., L.Ac.
  The reason to conduct the following research was to investigate the impact of blueberry flavonoid intake on endothelial function in healthy men (Rodriguez-Mateos A, et.al., 2013). Two randomized, controlled, double-blind, crossover human-intervention trials were conducted with 21 healthy men. The impact of blueberry flavonoid intake on flow-mediated dilation and...
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