Heart Health
Omega-3 fish oil and CoQ10 are the two supplements people most often take for heart health. Omega-3 supplies EPA and DHA, fats linked with healthy triglyceride levels; CoQ10 is used by the heart muscle to produce energy and is often taken by people over 40.
Nature's Way Kids High DHA Omega-3 Fish Oil - 60 Pastilles
Nature's Way Kids Omega-3 Fish Oil Gummies - 60 pack
Heart Health: frequently asked questions
Fish oil or CoQ10 for heart health?
Fish oil supplies omega-3, while CoQ10 supports energy production in heart cells. Many people take both, and they can be combined.
Can I take fish oil with blood pressure or blood-thinning medicine?
Check with your doctor first. Omega-3 may add to the effect of blood thinners and some blood pressure medicines.
Is plant omega-3 from flaxseed or walnuts enough?
Plant foods give ALA, which the body converts to EPA and DHA only in small amounts. Fish oil supplies EPA and DHA directly.
How long before fish oil shows up in my blood tests?
Give it a few months of daily use before a repeat lipid test. Ask your doctor to recheck your triglycerides.
Choosing a heart supplement
- Omega-3: compare the EPA + DHA per capsule rather than the "1000 mg" on the front; see all omega-3 fish oil and read omega-3 and heart health.
- CoQ10: usually taken once a day with a meal containing some fat.
Supplements support, but do not replace, medicine and a heart-healthy lifestyle. If you take blood thinners or heart medicine, ask your doctor before starting fish oil or CoQ10.