Hypertension, micronutrients, macronutrients, diet, exercise and healthcare cost

[HysteryDiagnosis]

An approach that weighs all of these options and acts on them can completely remove the need for medication and it's associated issues. This can be done in as little as 6 months with a 62% success rate for the general hypertensive population. My point is that it is most generally a reversible condition and that the patient must play the greater role.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20528640

Expert Rev Cardiovasc Ther. 2010 Jun;8(6):821-33.
Nutrition and nutraceutical supplements in the treatment of hypertension.
Houston MC.
Source

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Hypertension Institute, Saint Thomas Medical Group, 4230 Harding Road, Suite 400, Medical Plaza Building, Nashville, TN 37205, USA. [e-mail]
Abstract

Macronutrient and micronutrient deficiencies are very common in the general population, and may be even more common in patients with hypertension and cardiovascular disease due to genetic and environmental causes, and prescription drug use. Vascular biology assumes a pivotal role in the initiation and perpetuation of hypertension and target organ damage sequelae. Endothelial activation, oxidative stress and vascular smooth muscle dysfunction (hypertrophy, hyperplasia and remodeling) are initial events that initiate hypertension.

Nutrient-gene interactions determine a broad array of phenotypic consequences such as vascular problems and hypertension. Optimal nutrition, nutraceuticals, vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, weight loss, exercise, smoking cessation, and moderate restriction of alcohol and caffeine, in addition to other lifestyle modifications, can prevent, delay the onset, reduce the severity, treat and control hypertension in many patients.

An integrative approach combining these lifestyle suggestions with the correct pharmacologic treatment will best achieve new goal blood pressure levels, reduce cardiovascular risk factors, improve vascular health, reduce target organ damage, including coronary heart disease, stroke, congestive heart failure and renal disease, and reduce healthcare expenditure. The expanded scientific roles for nutraceutical supplements will be discussed in relation to the prevention and treatment of essential hypertension and cardiovascular diseases.

PMID:
20528640


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[Speck Tater]

1. And for only $60 you can read the article.

I'd really like to see what it has to say but there's no way I can pay $60 to read one stinking article.

On Edit: It ticks me off that a study by a dot-gov cost $60 to read. Haven't we already paid for that research with our tax dollars?

[HysteryDiagnosis]

2. It should be completely free, however I can put this up for you as well as two books written

by MD's that you "may" want to check out. I do this in order to try and help people find a safer, perhaps better way to reclaim what was once theirs.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20400494

Ther Adv Cardiovasc Dis. 2010 Jun;4(3):165-83. Epub 2010 Apr 16.
The role of cellular micronutrient analysis, nutraceuticals, vitamins, antioxidants and minerals in the prevention and treatment of hypertension and cardiovascular disease.
Houston MC.
Source

Hypertension Institute, 4230 Harding Road, Suite 400, Nashville, TN 37205, USA. [e-mail]
Abstract

Macronutrient and micronutrient deficiencies are very common in the general population and may be even more common in patients with hypertension and cardiovascular disease due to genetic, environmental causes and prescription drug use. The Hypertension Institute in Nashville, TN, has evaluated micronutrient deficiencies and oxidation status, in a group of hypertensive versus normotensive patients. There are significant differences in numerous intracellular micronutrients and oxidation status between these two groups.

Replacement of the micronutrient deficiencies, as well as high-dose therapy of selected nutraceuticals in combination with optimal diet, exercise and weight management resulted in control of blood pressure to goal levels in 62% of the hypertensive population (as defined by JNC 7) over a period of 6 months with complete tapering and discontinuation of antihypertensive drugs. These deficiencies will have an enormous impact on present and future cardiovascular health and outcomes such as hypertension, myocardial infarction, stroke and renal disease and overall health costs. It is estimated that the annual savings in drug costs alone for the treatment of hypertension could be as much as US$10 billion.

Diagnosis and treatment of these nutrient deficiencies and improvement in oxidation status using functional intracellular assessments will reduce blood pressure, improve vascular health, endothelial dysfunction, vascular biology and cardiovascular events. Vascular biology assumes a pivotal role in the initiation and perpetuation of hypertension and target organ damage sequelae. Endothelial activation, oxidative stress, inflammation and vascular smooth muscle dysfunction are initial events that start hypertension. Nutrient-gene interactions determine a broad array of phenotypic consequences such as vascular problems and hypertension.

Optimal nutrition, nutraceuticals, vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, weight loss, exercise, smoking cessation and moderate restriction of alcohol and caffeine in addition to other lifestyle modifications can prevent and control hypertension in many patients. An integrative approach combining these lifestyle suggestions with the correct pharmacologic treatment will best achieve new goal blood pressure levels, reduce cardiovascular risk factors, improve vascular biology and vascular health, reduce cardiovascular target organ damage and reduce healthcare expenditure.

The expanded scientific roles for nutraceutical supplements are discussed in relation to the prevention and treatment of essential hypertension and cardiovascular diseases with emphasis on mechanisms of action and clinical integration with drug therapy with hypertension guidelines. It is the purpose of this paper to review only the hypertension clinical trials that have evaluated the clinical use and efficacy of nutrition, weight loss, exercise and selected nutritional supplements, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Numerous clinical trials have evaluated the use of nutritional supplements such as beta carotene, selenium, vitamin C and vitamin E in the prevention of coronary heart disease and stroke yielding conflicting results (positive, neutral and negative). In many of these clinical trials there are enormous clinical design problems, methodologic flaws, varied patient population, variable dose and type of vitamin use, improper selection of vitamin used and many other issues that make the studies difficult to interpret. It is beyond the scope of this paper to review these trials. The reader is referred to the vast literature on this subject.

PMID:
20400494

[Speck Tater]

5. Thanks. Yes, I'd be interested. What are the two books you mentioned? nt

[HysteryDiagnosis]

6. Make that three, two by Dr. Sinatra M.D. board certified cardiologist and one by Dr. Garry Gordon

http://www.amazon.com/Coenzyme-Phenomenon-Stephen-M-D-Sinatra/dp/0879839570/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1318782349&sr=8-1

>>Coenzyme Q10 (often abbreviated as CoQ10) is essential for human life. It catalyzes the formation and utilization of energy in every human cell. Fortunately, our bodies manufacture CoQ10. Unfortunately, some people do not manufacture enough CoQ10 to keep them healthy, especially as they grow older. Research has shown that deficiency of CoQ10 is the major cause of cardiomyopathy, and congestive heart failure and these diseases can often be cured by CoQ10 supplementation. Even many heart transplant candidates have no longer needed a heart transplant after supplementation with CoQ10. Now it has been found that CoQ10 can also prevent -- and, sometimes, even cure -- cancer, as well a variety of other diseases. Dr. Stephen Sinatra -- a board-certified cardiologist -- is a world-renowned expert on CoQ10 and its health benefits. I beg your to buy and read this book and heed Dr. Sinatra's information and advice.<<


http://www.amazon.com/L-Carnitine-Heart-Stephen-T-Sinatra/dp/0658004123/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1318782496&sr=1-1
Cardiologist, Dr.Stephen Sinatra, is best know for his excellent book The Coenzyme Q10 Phenomenon which discusses in detail the role of Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) in maintaining a strong, healthy heart. While CoQ10 is indeed essential for heart health so is the less well known nutrient L-carnitine. L-carnitine is so important to our bodies -- especially our hearts -- that our bodies manufacture it every day. Unfortunately, however, many people don't manufacture enough L-carnitine to maintain optimum health and some people manufacture so little L-carnitine that their heart muscles become severly weakened for lack of it. Fortunately, L-carnitine is readily available as a nutritional supplement so that anyone who is deficient in this important nutrient can remedy this deficiency by taking supplemental L-carnitine. For people who are deficient in L-carnitine, supplementation can significantly improve their health, and for those who are severly deficienct it can even save their lives. All of this is discussed by Dr. Sinatra in highly-readable terms in this excellent book. Incidentally, L-carnitine not only helps keep our hearts healthy and gives us energy it also helps us burn fat and thus can contribute to weight loss. All health conscious people would do well to read this important book.


http://www.amazon.com/Omega-3-Miracle-Icelandic-Longevity-Protection/dp/1893910342/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1318782565&sr=1-4
The Omega-3 Miracle is the secret to longevity. The people of Iceland have less heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke than those of any other country. In fact, they outlive all other nationalities. Their longevity is a direct result of their daily intake of omega3 rich fish oils. The American Heart Association recommends omega3 fatty acids to help prevent cardiovascular disease and stroke. Omega3s inhibit plaque and blood clots and dramatically improve cholesterol levels. They also increase brain function by promoting neurotransmission in the brain. With research from over 20 leading medical and scientific journals, Drs. Garry Gordon and Herb JoinerBey reveal how the good fats found in omega3s from fish and pharmaceuticalgrade supplements are essential to maintaining optimum health. The only way your body can get these vital essential fatty acids is through proper nutrition and supplementation. The Omega3 Miracle shows you how. Clinical and scientific studies in both Europe and the U.S. show that omega3 fatty acids benefit a wide range of conditions including: Cardiovascular Disease High Cholesterol Lowering Triglycerides High Blood Pressure Arthritis Diabetes Bipolar Disorder ADHD Chronic Inflammation Cancer This is your definitive guide on how to maximize your health and longevity with omega3.

[GoCubsGo]

3. The study wasn't by "dot-gov"

The study was CITED by a "dot-gov" web site. The study was conducted by a scientist at Vanderbilt University. It was not necessarily funded by "our tax dollars". It could have been funded by a pharmaceutical company, or some private foundation, or the AMA or other professional group. The $60 fee is a subscriber fee to access the site that carries a large number of scientific journals. Most universities and government agencies pay for the access subscriptions for their employees. If you don't want to access it that way, you either subscribe to the journal, or go to a university science library, and hope that not only have that journal, but that the issue you are looking for is on the shelf. Sorry. That's how it is.

[Speck Tater]

4. OK. My bad. Thanks for clearing that up for me. nt

[truedelphi]

7. There was an article up yesterday that posted "freely" the information

Relating to deletion of vitamins and micro nutrients relating to use of prescription meds.

But like all websites, DU has to make sure they don't get sued for Copyright violations, etc.
(Understandably so.) So info was taken down.

Sad to think we need 60 bucks to know about this.