The heart works continuously throughout life, and the condition of the cardiovascular system depends on dozens of factors – diet, physical activity, stress levels, and sleep. Supplementation does not replace any of these elements, but several ingredients have solid scientific backing as support for cardiovascular health. It is worth knowing which ones are truly useful and which are just marketing.
Key Ingredients Supporting Heart and Circulation
Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) are among the best-documented ingredients in the context of the cardiovascular system. They contribute to the normal functioning of the heart with a daily intake of 250 mg – a claim approved by EFSA. Regular consumption of oily sea fish or supplementation with fish oil is fundamental to prevention in this area.
Vitamin K2 (MK-7) plays a crucial role in directing calcium to the bones instead of the walls of blood vessels. Its deficiency is linked to calcium deposition in the arteries. K2 acts synergistically with vitamin D3 – together they regulate calcium metabolism in the body, which is why they are often used together.
Coenzyme Q10 is essential for energy production in mitochondria, and its concentration in the heart muscle is particularly high. Its level naturally decreases with age, and statins – drugs commonly used for elevated cholesterol – further lower it.
Diosmin and hesperidin are flavonoids belonging to the group of citrus bioflavonoids, traditionally used in the context of venous vessel health, especially for circulatory problems in the lower limbs.
Heart and Circulatory System – What You’ll Find in Our Store
The offer in this category combines supplementary preparations with herbal and functional products.
Within the supplements group, several lines stand out. ForMeds offers omega-3 fatty acids (OLICAPS Omega-3), vitamin K2 in two variants – K2 MK-7 alone and combined K2+D3 – as well as calcium with vitamin D3. Aura Herbals provides the same ingredients in drop form: vitamin D3+K2 and K2 MK7 separately, which is convenient for people who prefer liquid supplements or flexible dosing. Medica Herbs offers coenzyme Q10 (100 mg), and ForMeds offers diosmin (BICAPS DIOSMIN), also available as a combined preparation of diosmin with hesperidin from PharmoVit. Complementing these is omega-3 from Vilgain.
Among herbal products, two brands dominate. Herbapol Kraków offers functional teas – For Circulation, For Cholesterol, and For the Heart – as well as Cholesterol+ capsules containing plant extracts traditionally used for lipid disorders. Dary Natury offers BIO teas: Circulation and Recommended for High Cholesterol. An interesting option is the Heart Bars from Dobra Kaloria – a snack enriched with functional ingredients.
Many products in this category overlap with the offerings in the vitamins and minerals section. Omega-3 fatty acids can also be found in the dedicated omega-3 section.
