Cardiovascular Disease: The #1 Cause of Death

Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death worldwide, despite advancements in modern medicine. In the U.S. alone:

• 81.1 million adults (25.7%) are affected (Circulation, 2/23/10)

• 831,272 deaths per year (2,300 per day)

• More lethal than the next seven leading causes of death combined

• 140,000 deaths annually from strokes

• The first symptom for many is a heart attack

"One half of all deaths are caused by blood clots." — Harvard Medical School

Why Is CVD Still the #1 Killer?

Despite new drugs and advanced medical technology, CVD remains prevalent due to:

1. Inadequate Diagnostics

Most doctors rely on limited blood tests, missing key indicators like:

• Cholesterol to HDL Ratio – Crucial for assessing risk

• Iron Panel (including Ferritin) – Marker for inflammation

• Full Thyroid Panel – Chronic thyroid issues impact heart health

• Fasting Insulin – Blood sugar metabolism affects CVD risk

• Cardio C-Reactive Protein (CRP) – Major marker of arterial inflammation

• Homocysteine & Folate/B12 – Deficiencies increase cardiovascular risk

2. Over-Reliance on Pharmaceuticals

Drugs often mask symptoms rather than address root causes—toxicity, deficiencies, and stress. Many pharmaceuticals deplete essential nutrients, worsening overall health.

Side Effects of Common Cardiovascular Drugs:

• Lisinopril (ACE Inhibitor) – Low blood pressure, kidney issues, dizziness, nausea, chronic cough

• Beta Blockers (Atenolol, Metoprolol) – Fatigue, dizziness, depression, wheezing, stroke, 27.5% risk of heart failure

• Statins (Anti-Cholesterol Drugs) – Liver damage, muscle pain, diabetes, peripheral neuropathy, cognitive decline

"Statins are one of the biggest scams ever perpetrated by Big Pharma."

Functional Medicine Center’s Approach

Comprehensive Diagnostics

Unlike conventional testing, we conduct:

• Bio-Comprehensive Blood Panel – In-depth analysis beyond standard tests

• Aortic Pulse Wave Velocity Test – Measures arterial stiffness

• Heart Sound Recorder (Endocardiograph) – Assesses heart valve function and tissue health

Restoring Cardiovascular Health

• Targeted Nutrition & Supplementation – Based on diagnostic findings

• Lifestyle & Dietary Guidance – Lifelong habits for heart health

• Exercise Optimization – Specific activities to improve heart function

Many patients have dramatically improved their cardiovascular health by addressing root causes, rather than relying on pharmaceuticals.

📞 Contact us today to begin your journey to Cardiovascular Health.