CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide and is responsible for ⅕ deaths in canada per year. While there are many therapies and lifestyle recommendations that can help prevent cardiovascular disease, a comprehensive approach includes standard of care options as well as integrative interventions. 

If you believe you are having a heart attack or a stroke, please call 911 immediately and be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

  1. Chest pain
  2. Pain or weakness in one or both arms 
  3. Shortness of breath 
  4. Heart palpitations 
  5. Fast heart beat 
  6. Fatigue 
  7. Feeling dizzy or lightheaded 
  8. Swollen limbs
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DIAGNOSTICS

There are many evaluation markers for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Typically these include screening for lifestyle choices and blood serum tests, although more invasive testing can be indicated depending on your specific health history. 

Typical blood serum markers include:

  1. Total cholesterol 
  2. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol 
  3. High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol 
  4. Triglycerides (TGs) 
  5. Lipoprotein (a)
  6. Apolipoprotein B-100 (APOB) 
  7. Fasting blood sugar 
  8. Fasting blood insulin 
  9. HbA1c 
  10. Homocysteine (HC)
  11. C-reactive protein (CRP) or high sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) 
  12. Serum B12 
  13. Vitamin D

    OUR APPROACH

    At Radiant Health & Wellness our Naturopathic Doctors will assess your individual concerns and goals to formulate a targeted treatment plan. This often includes (but is not limited to) a physical exam, blood work, and a detailed health history. Treatment options include dietary and lifestyle modification, oral supplemental therapy, herbal prescriptions, intravenous nutrient therapy, and others to decrease inflammation, improve cardiovascular markers, and augment conventional care options. 

    Please speak to one of our qualified healthcare professionals to evaluate your risk for CVD and assess which therapy options are best for you and your individual health goals.