Micronutrients and Cardiovascular Diseases

Micronutrients such as catechins from green tea , curcumin , flavanols from cocoa , genistein from soy, quercetin from capers and resveratrol from red wine, have a positive influence on

• blood pressure ,

• the lipid profile

• other cardiovascular risk parameters.

The beneficial effects of these substances have been highlighted in several studies, demonstrating a significant reduction in mortality from cardiovascular diseases and myocardial infarctions .

The spice Curcuma Longa from which the active ingredient curcumin is extracted

The results of these studies have shown that some substances positively influence the body in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, while others have no effect or can even worsen the situation. Let's see in sequence all the micronutrients taken into consideration:

1. Omega-3 : Reduced mortality from cardiovascular disease, myocardial infarction and coronary heart disease events.

2. Folic acid : Reduction of the risk of stroke.

3. Coenzyme Q10 : Reduction in general mortality.

4. L-Arginine and L-Citrulline : Benefits for cardiovascular health.

5. Melatonin : Positive effects on cardiometabolic health.

6. Catechin, Curcumin, Flavanols, Genistein, Resveratrol and Quercetin : Reduction of cardiovascular risk factors.

7. Magnesium and Zinc : Benefits for cardiovascular health.

8. Vitamin D : No significant effect on the risk of cardiovascular disease or type 2 diabetes.

9. Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Selenium: No significant effect on the risk of cardiovascular disease.

10. Beta-carotene : Increased overall mortality, cardiovascular disease mortality and stroke risk.