Supplements for Cardiovascular Prevention

Supplements for Cardiovascular Prevention   Guest: Lisa M. Gilman, APRN, C.N.P. Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.   Supplement use is a growing industry in which patients seek additional potential benefit of reducing disease burden and improving overall health.  This presentation will be an overview of supplements used to address cardiovascular disease prevention   Topics Discussed: Our patients will often inquire if there are any supplements that would help their heart health. How do you approach this topic? What supplements have been suggested to help improve cardiovascular health? Patients may ask, how do we know if we are purchasing a good supplement? Are there any other considerations to be thinking of to instruct our patients about supplements?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.