Key Ingredients and Their Potential Benefits:

• Zinc (as Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate TRAACS®): Zinc is an essential mineral that plays a role in maintaining myocardial structure and modulating oxidative stress in cardiomyocytes. Studies have shown that zinc deficiency may be linked to heart-related traumas.  As zinc levels naturally decline with age, ensuring adequate zinc intake may be important for maintaining cardiovascular health.
• Vitamin K2 (as MenaQ7®, Menaquinone-7): Vitamin K2 plays a crucial role in cardiovascular health by inhibiting arterial calcification and stiffening.  It activates matrix Gla protein, which prevents calcium from depositing on vessel walls.  Vitamin K2 also contributes to optimal bone health and blood homeostasis. 
• Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol): While technically not a vitamin, vitamin D is a hormone that is essential for calcium homeostasis and metabolism.  It also increases the absorption of magnesium and phosphate. 
• Hawthorne Berry Extract (Crataegus oxyacantha) (Fruit) (4:1): Hawthorne berry has been used for centuries for its cardiovascular benefits.  Its bioflavonoids and proanthocyanidins have antioxidant properties that can lower blood pressure through vasorelaxation and stimulate nitric oxide production. Hawthorne berry may also help prevent atherosclerosis by downregulating the capsa se-3 gene, which is associated with heart failure and myocardial infarction. 
• Olive Extract (Olea europaea) (Leaf) (20% Oleuropein): Olive extract is rich in polyphenols, including oleuropein, which has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-atherogenic properties. Research suggests that olive leaf extract can help prevent LDL cholesterol buildup in the arteries, improving blood flow and reducing blood pressure. 
• Red Yeast Rice (Monascus purpureus): Red yeast rice is a traditional Asian food with a history dating back to 300 BC. It is fermented with a yeast called Monascus purpureus, which gives it a red color. Red yeast rice contains monacolin K, a fungal metabolite that inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme involved in cholesterol synthesis. 

Potential Benefits of Core Nutritionals HEART:

• Improved Blood Pressure: Hawthorne berry extract may help lower blood pressure by stimulating nitric oxide production and promoting vasorelaxation. 
• Reduced Cholesterol Levels: Red yeast rice contains monacolin K, which can help lower cholesterol levels by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme involved in cholesterol synthesis. Olive extract may also help prevent LDL cholesterol buildup in the arteries. 
• Improved Blood Vessel Health: Vitamin K2 helps prevent calcium deposits in blood vessel walls, promoting healthy blood vessel function.  Hawthorne berry extract may also contribute to blood vessel health by preventing atherosclerosis. 

Precautions:

• Consult with your doctor or a qualified healthcare professional before using Core Nutritionals HEART, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions or are taking medications.
• Do not exceed the recommended serving size.