A Natural Treatment for congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
-The “Hidden” Condition-
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What is congestive heart failure?
Symptoms of congestive heart failure
How far spread is this condition?
Is this a “Hidden” condition?
The conventional medical treatment of CHF
Natural and nutritional approaches
The pre-eminent role of Berberine
Additional supplements
Caution
Dosage and Administration
Safety
Quality
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What is congestive heart failure? |
The simple view is that it is the inability of the heart to keep up with the need to circulate the blood through the periphery
and to the center of all the organs as needed by the organism as a whole. Causes can be found in both the heart and the rest of the organism influencing the heart.
The heart itself can be weakened by lack of oxygen, such as in hardening of the arteries; a previous heart attack; alcohol abuse causing the so called cardiomyopathy; or various nutritional deficiencies. From the outside, toxins, viruses, and thyroid abnormalities can also damage the heart muscle. Most importantly, lately, anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS) like Vioxx and others have been shown to lead to either frank congestive heart failure, or cause fluid retention and hypertension which may make the situation worse.
There is, however, more to this problem then “meets the heart”. New paradigms are emerging recognizing that this is a “whole body problem” rather than just an isolated cardiac issue. (We will discuss this more in depth later.)
Symptoms of congestive heart failure
The most common signs are shortness of breath, swelling of the legs, accumulation of fluid in the lungs, tiredness, and an inability to keep up with work or exercise demands because of rapid loss of strength and more.
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Is this a “Hidden” condition?
It is estimated that several million people in the US have CHF. The more shocking news, however, is that probably several million more have a very early stage of this condition which, while it would not be classified as disease yet by the medical profession, nevertheless causes a functional impairment for the afflicted person.
At this early stage the person might seek help for a “mere” fatigue, slight shortness of breath when going up the stars, etc. Generally, a doctor will perform a blood test and/or a cardiac ultra- sound (checking the function of the left ventricular) if the patient presents with concerning symptoms, such as shortness of breath.
Unfortunately these tests are very frequently “normal” even in advanced stages, let alone in the beginning. The diagnoses may be missed completely. No treatment is then generally offered at this time although clearly an intervention might slow down the progression of the illness.
The medical treatment of congestive heart failure
When disease is clearly present the accepted treatment modalities consist principally in medications such as ACE inhibitors (medications used also, for example, in the treatment of high blood pressure, but used here for the purpose of preventing changes in the heart muscle), diuretics and digoxin. A salt restrictive diet and treatment of other contributing illnesses is recommended.
Natural and nutritional approaches
Several natural herbs and amino acids are known to have a positive influence on the heart strength, although most of those approaches are not backed up by rigorous clinical studies.
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The pre-eminent role of Berberine in CHF
The plant alkaloid berberine is an exception to this rule. It has been used in Asia for quite some time to lower blood pressure, strengthen the heart muscles, and for its ability to fight arrhythmias (rhythm disturbances of the heart beat). (1) It
has been shown to lower the frequency and complexity of premature ventricular beats and to increase the left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) in patients with congestive heart failure. (2-4)
In a more recent study the efficacy and safety of berberine for congestive heart failure was assessed. 150 patients with CHF and with >90 ventricular premature beats in a 24 hour Holter monitor and/or with a rapid heart rate were divided into two groups. All patients were given conventional therapy for CHF consisting of ACE inhibitors, digoxin, nitrates and diuretics. Patients in the treatment group were also given berberine 1.2 to 2.0 grams/ day. The other group was given a placebo.
General symptoms, a 6 minute walk test, a left ventricle function test (LVEF), frequency and complexity of premature ventricular beats and quality of life were assessed after 8 weeks of treatment and during a mean 2 year follow up.
After treatment with berberine there was a significantly greater increase in LVEF, exercise capacity, improvement in shortness of breath-fatigue index, and a decrease in frequency and complexity of premature ventricular contractions (PVC’s) compared with the control group.
There was a significant decrease in mortality of the berberine group. Berberine was found not to cause any irregular heart beats, arrhythmias, and there were no apparent side effects. (4)
Berberine is a true “all around” beneficial treatment. (5) In multiple studies it was shown to help not only the heart itself, but
also the peripheral circulation and all other aspects crucial to maintaining a healthy cardio-vascular system.
- Berberine is considered to be a novel cholesterol lowering modality working through a unique mechanism distinctly different from statin drugs. Oral administration of 500 mg twice daily of berberine to 32 patients with high cholesterol for 3 months reduced their total serum cholesterol by 29%, triglycerides by 35 % and LDL cholesterol by 25%. (6-10)
- Berberine lowers diabetic activity by decreasing glucose levels and increasing insulin sensitivity(11)
- Berberine lower blood pressure and causes peripheral circular dilatation(12, 13)
- Berberine has strong anti-inflammatory actions(14)
- Berberine leads to inhibition of the functional cascade that ultimately leads to platelet aggregation and clot formation(15)
- Berberine has a positive effect on various mind functions including mood, memory, and other mental activities(16-19)
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Do you still suffer of any of the following?
- Shortness of breath
- Lack of stamina and frequent fatigue
- Unwanted fluid accumulation
- Less then optimal blood pressure
If you answered “Yes” to any of the above, you are likely to benefit from taking Berberine Forte ™, either alone or in conjunction with your other medications.
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Caution: Berberine Forte ™ is a nutritional supplement, not a medication. As such, its main purpose is to promote an optimal functioning of the normal heart and/or to strengthen a stressed or weakened heart that has not reached the illness level yet. If you are attempting to use it for congestive heart failure, do that only in consultation with your doctor. Stop the use of this product immediately if any adverse effects arise. Do not ever stop medications prescribed by your health care provider without consultation.
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| Dosage and Administration: |
Since Berberine Forte™ is an extremely high quality product containing nearly 500 mg of actual berberine per serving the
recommended dosage starts at 1-3 capsules per day. This accomplishes:
- Fastest onset of benefits
- Lower cost of treatment
Berberine Forte™ can significantly help the heart and cardiovascular system because it delivers the same amounts of berberine which were found in multiple clinical studies to be necessary for a real clinical benefit. After one or two servings per day for several weeks one should feel an improvement in one’s sense of strength, ease of breathing, work endurance and more. Nevertheless, please remember that Berberine Forte™ is not a medication. You may need additional prescription drugs if the condition is advanced. Certainly: Do not discontinue medications without talking to your doctor.
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Essentially no adverse events were reported with taking oral berberine. Any abnormal change in heart rhythm should be reported to a physician immediately and the supplement should be discontinued. It is obviously a welcomed change if, on the other hand, changes in a positive direction occur such as a lessening of unwanted extra heart beats, and more.
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