Thinking of supplementing? Other than eating right to lower high cholesterol, you can also talk to your doctor about taking some supplements that may help.
People commonly take vitamins C and E as well as aspirin to improve their heart health. There is growing evidence that folic acid, too, may be very good for heart disease. Do they all work? Are they right for everyone? Do these common beliefs line up with clinical studies?
If you are thinking about taking supplements to support the healthier lifestyle changes you are making to improve your heart health, the first thing to do is to talk to your doctor about which supplements may benefit your heart before you go to the health food store.