ATHEROSCLEROSIS IS A DISEASE CHARACTERIZED BY THE DEPOSITION OF FATTY PARTICLES IN THE VESSEL WALL. THIS PROCESS CAN RESULT IN TOTAL VASCULAR OBSTRUCTION WITH THE RISK OF MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, OR STROKE.
ATEROSCLEROSIS
Atherosclerosis, or arterial calcification, is a degenerative inflammatory disease of the blood vessels that develops very slowly. Fat particles and calcium compounds are deposited in the walls of blood vessels and form deposits called atherosclerotic plaques. This process leads to a loss of elasticity of the blood vessels, restriction of blood flow and ultimately to their closure. Atherosclerosis is most often manifested as angina pectoris, heart attack, stroke or ischaemic disease of the lower limbs, depending on the site of the disease.
Causes of atherosclerosis
Modern medicine sees the basic cause of the atherosclerotic process as high levels of LDL cholesterol in the blood, its deposition in the vascular wall and final damage by oxidative stress (free radical action). The infectious theory, which considered some viruses or bacteria as the causative factor, has not been proven in practice.
A more recent hypothesis is based on higher levels of homocysteine. This is a substance of protein nature contained mainly in meat, sausages, meat and dairy products. Homocysteine levels are normalised by sufficient intake of vitamin B6, B12 and folic acid.
Risk factors for atherosclerosis
They can be divided into two basic groups:
1. Uncontrollable factors:
- Age - for men over 45 and women over 55.
- Gender - men have a higher risk of disease; differences blur for postmenopausal women.
- Genetics - family history of cardiovascular disease in men up to age 55, in women up to age 65.
2. Influencing factors:
Regular preventive check-ups have a vital place.
- High levels of blood fats (cholesterol and triglycerides) - recommended blood fat levels: cholesterol up to 5.0; so-called good HDL cholesterol above 1.0, harmful LDL cholesterol up to 2.5 and triglycerides up to 1.7 mmol/l - see the Cholesterol topic leaflet for details.
- Smoking - the risk of atherosclerosis increases twofold in smokers.
- High blood pressure (hypertension) - blood pressure values above 140/90 are at risk - see the Hypertension topic leaflet for more details.
- Diabetes mellitus - a fasting blood sugar (glucose) level of more than 7 mmol/l is at risk.
- Overweight - BMI (body mass index) is one of the most widely used measures of obesity. You calculate it as weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in metres. Ideal BMI values are in the range of 20-25, with those at risk values are above 25-30. A newer method uses a measurement of the abdomen at the level of the navel, called abdominal obesity. A classic tailor's tape measure. The risk factors for women are values greater than 88 cm, and for men are values greater than 102 cm.
- Low physical activity - negatively affects the risk of disease. Physical activity is recommended at least 4 times a week for 30-60 minutes. Faster walking is preferred, as well as cycling, exercise bike, swimming, dancing. The solution is to incorporate active movement into normal daily activities, limit car, public transport, elevator, etc. The aim of determining the intensity of physical activity is to choose a level of exercise that will be effective in reducing your weight, increasing training, preventing cardiovascular events and at the same time being safe and not overloading you. There is a formula for calculating optimal heart rate during exercise: subtract your age from the constant 220, calculate 65% of the result, i.e. about 2/3, and the resulting The value represents the recommended minute heart rate during exercise.
- Inappropriate diet - refers mainly to excessive intake of energy, animal fats, cholesterol and sugars on the one hand and lack of fresh fruit, vegetables, fibre and vitamins on the other. Adequate drinking is also emphasised.
Classical treatment of atherosclerosis
The primary focus of classical treatment is to seek and treat high cholesterol as a major risk factor for the disease. The treatment plan also includes lowering high blood pressure and compensating for diabetes. An active approach to healthy eating, weight reduction, active physical activity and non-smoking is necessary.
Atherosclerosis and Energy preparations
Energy products represent a significant benefit in preventing and influencing the complications of advanced disease. These advanced bioinformatics
products are an alternative that offers a holistic, natural and gentle way.
Main products
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Korolen - it is a basic preparation for harmonization and detoxification of the entire cardiovascular system. We recommend a gradual dosage of 3-7 drops 3 times a day according to the patient's condition and tolerance.
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Regalen - potentiates liver activity in cholesterol metabolism. It has a significant detoxifying and anti-inflammatory effect. Dosage 5-7 drops 3 times a day.
- Vitamarin - lowers cholesterol levels, has a significant anti-inflammatory and anti-sclerotic effect on the vascular wall. Dosage 2 capsules 3 times a day after meals.
Complementary products
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Celitin - 1x 1 capsule per day. It contains lecithin, which lowers blood cholesterol and prevents the development of atherosclerosis, and Ginkgo biloba, which acts as a strong antioxidant, thins the blood and prevents blood clots.
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Flavocel - 2x 1 tablet per day, again acting as an antioxidant, lowering cholesterol levels and acting as a prevention of blood clots. Particularly important for smokers.
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Cytosan- the most important detoxifying and anti-inflammatory product. Gradual weekly increasing doses from 1-3x 1 capsule daily before meals, plenty to wash down. The product contains potassium. If you are taking potassium in the form of medication, consult your physician.
- Vitaflorin - 1 capsule daily after meals. Due to its vitamin B6 , B12 and folic acid content, it is essential for proper homocysteine metabolism.
The dosage given is only indicative and must be adjusted according to the state of the disease, age and reactivity of the patient.
Brochure Atherosclerosis prepared by MUDr. Jiří Hanzel