in foods such as organ meats, poultry, fish, meat, nuts, soybean oil, fruits, veg- etables, eggs and dairy products. The Professional’s Handbook of Complementary & Alternative Medi- cines explains that CoQ10
is used in
electron transport in mitochondria— small organelles inside cells that con- vert carbohydrates and fats into energy. It reports that studies in people with hypertension showed a reduction in
systolic blood pressure through CoQ10 supplementation. Benefits of such therapy studied in people with a heart that has failed in its pumping ability showed increased improved heart func- tion and proper dilation of the blood vessels for improved circulation. It is proving to be one of the best nutrients to help an ailing heart.
Hawthorn The herb hawthorn is highly regarded for its suitability in the treatment of heart disease due to its flavonoid and other antioxidant content. It provides several beneficial effects for the heart—helping to maintain a normal heart rhythm with de- creased risk of arrhythmias; bolstering the force of heart muscle contraction; increas- ing coronary blood flow; and decreasing the organ’s energy demands. It acts like angiotensin-1-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors such as the medicine Enalapril, used to help regulate blood pressure and reduce the workload of a failing heart. While other therapies can be used to help pet heart patients, these three are a sound starting point. In some cases, they may be suitable instead of medications that can cause side effects to the kidney and liver, or at least allow for smaller doses. Natural remedies pro- vide a gentler alternative.
Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the award- winning author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats
and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. For more information, visit
PetCareNaturally.com.
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most tissues in the body. The highest con- centrations are in the heart, kidneys, liver and pancreas. In the diet, CoQ10
is found
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