A recent scientific statement from the American Heart Association summarizes the current research on using complementary and alternative therapies for heart failure treatment. A new American Heart Association scientific statement recently published in the journal Circulation highlights the potent
. “People rarely tell their health care team about their use of supplements or other alternative therapies unless specifically asked, and they may not be aware of the possibility of interactions with prescription medicines or other effects on their health. The combination of unregulated, readily accessible therapies and the lack of patient disclosure creates significant potential for harm.“
Yoga and Tai Chi, in addition to standard treatment, may help improve exercise tolerance and quality of life and decrease blood pressure. The herbal supplement blue cohosh, from the root of a flowering plant found in hardwood forests, might cause a fast heart rate called tachycardia, high blood pressure, chest pain, and may increase blood glucose. It may also decrease the effectiveness of medications taken to treat high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes.
Routine thiamine supplementation isn’t shown to be effective for heart failure treatment unless someone has this specific nutrient deficiency. Co-Q10, or coenzyme Q10, is an antioxidant found in small amounts in organ meats, oily fish, and soybean oil, and is commonly taken as a dietary supplement. Small studies show it may help improve heart failure class, symptoms, and quality of life, however, it may interact with blood pressure lowering and anti-clotting medicines. Larger trials are needed to better understand its effects.
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