It has shown promise in treatment of angina pectoris, congestive heart failure, mitral valve prolapse, and hypertension. Folic Acid - B vitamin. Less than optimal intake is associated with higher risk of heart disease. Folic acid prevents neural tube birth defects. Selenium -essential trace mineral which is necessary for activation of the potent intracellular antioxidant, glutathione peroxidase.
Selenium deficiency is associated with cardiomyopathy, muscular dystrophy and cystic fibrosis.
Magnesium - very beneficial for cardiac conduction system, arrythmia reduction, etc. Gingko Biloba- improves blood flow thought out the body. Vitamin C - water soluble antioxidant described by Linus Pauling. Garlic - reduces serum total cholesterol and reduces LDL cholesterol. Garlic also has anti-oxidant properties.