Frequently Asked Questions

What is vascular disease?

The word “vascular” refers to blood vessels—meaning arteries and veins. Arteries take blood away from the heart. Veins bring blood to the heart. “Vascular disease” is a broad term referring to several disorders that affect arteries and veins.

Some disorders narrow veins and arteries by laying down an obstruction—called “plaque”— on the blood vessel walls. Because blood carries oxygen to the body and removes waste products from the cells, these obstructions to blood flow can cause lack of energy, “heavy” limbs, and shortness of breath. Because obstructions narrow the blood vessels, yet the heart keeps pumping at the same rate or higher, obstructions can cause hypertension (high blood pressure), and even heart attack.

Other vascular disorders weaken the walls of veins or arteries, making them more likely to rupture. When blood vessel rupture inside the brain, it is called a “stroke,” and can be very serious, even fatal.

What happens to the vascular system as people age?

It deteriorates. While heredity is an important factor in the health of your vascular system, eating foods heavy in fats, refined carbohydrates, lack of exercise, being overweight, diabetes, and smoking can speed up cardiovascular disease or make it worse.

How common is cardiovascular disease?

Very common, and more so as people age. Because cardiovascular disease builds slowly, and seldom causes symptoms in early stages, many people have this disease and do not know it. That’s a very good reason to start taking all precautions now.

How long does it take to get positive results from Cardio 360®?

It is expected that finishing two months supply of Cardio 360® — taken as directed—should yield measurable positive results in a modern cholesterol test that checks for both “good” and “bad cholesterol. But continued usage is required, along with continued self-discipline in diet and regular exercise.

Can’t I get the same results from just improving diet and increasing my exercise?

Diet and exercise are very important. Please note that any new exercise regimen should be done under the advice of your physician—especially if you know you already have cardiovascular disease or any of its risk factors. But adding Cardio 360® to your renewed self-discipline in diet and exercise will be an ideal combination to speed up and safely maximize improvements to your vascular system.

How does Cardio 360® affect sleep?

Since there are some ingredients that can give you energy, it is not recommended that you take Cardio 360® too close to bedtime.  Taking your last dosage at dinner time is fine.

Is Cardio 360® unique?

Cardio 360® is unique because it is the only product that brings together so many beneficial ingredients—in the correct amounts and proportions—proven to help the circulatory system. Some of its ingredients have been used for hundreds of years. Others are based on more modern research. Using Cardio 360® avoids having to research, hunt for, and buy all the right ingredients. It avoids tricky problems of knowing the right ratios of ingredients. And you’d have to take dozens of pills, capsules and liquids every day! We have done that research and provided the finished product in an easy-to-take and affordable form, saving you hundreds of dollars if purchased separately.

Does Cardio 360® contain stimulants like ephedra or ma huang?

No. The natural ingredients in Cardio 360® present no such dangers.

Are there any side effects to taking Cardio 360®?

The only reported side effect can be—in some people—a temporary mild tingling or warmth on the face and skin shortly after taking Cardio 360®. Taking it with food decreases the likelihood. This is an expected and natural response to the Vitamin B-3 (niacin) in Cardio 360®. It is nothing to worry about, lasts only a few minutes, and will gradually decrease and go away in a few days. Just continue to take the same amount of Cardio 360® for a few days without increasing dosage. When the tingling no longer occurs, resume dosage per directions.

What is the best age to begin taking Cardio 360®?

Now. If a person has any of the risk factors for cardiovascular disease, he or she should start as early as possible. Improving diet and gradually increasing exercise, done in conjunction with Cardio 360®, can also help stop cardiovascular disease, and often reverse it. Since you only have one vascular system, why not do all possible to keep it healthy and heal it?

Who should not use Cardio 360®?

No one should avoid using Cardio 360®. If you are an active athlete under 30, who watches diet carefully and does frequent tests to ensure a good balance of good and bad cholesterol, maybe you don’t need Cardio 360® yet. But you’d be wise to start Cardio 360® anyway. It will help you slow the natural deterioration that comes with aging. And keep up the good work on diet and exercise.

Does the product require refrigeration or special handling?

No refrigeration is necessary. Just continue to store Cardio 360® in the bottle it comes in. and keep that bottle away from sources of heat or sunlight.

Can I continue taking other supplements while taking Cardio 360®?

Cardio 360® has been researched and formulated to make your overall nutritional supplements easy to manage and take, while it helps restore your cardiovascular system. So—added to a healthy and varied diet—this product will give you all the supplements, vitamins and minerals that you need. In fact, taking other supplements while taking Cardio 360® can cause an imbalance in the nutrients that you need. So please let Cardio 360® save you the inconvenience and expense of other supplements, and suspend other vitamins, minerals and “super-foods” while taking it.  (If you already have heart disease, see next question.)

I have heart disease. Should I raise my dosage or take more of certain ingredients in Cardio 360®?

Not usually. Cardio 360® is already carefully formulated to deliver maximum benefit to the human cardiovascular system.  However, if you do have more advanced heart disease, Daniel recommends taking additional CoQ10, Red Yeast Rice, Garlic Extract, L-Carnitine, and adding Niacin by slowly and gradually getting it up to 1,000 mg per day.  Improve your eating habits, drink plenty of water, and gradually increase your daily exercise—under the advice of your physician.

Are there any drug interactions or precautions I should know about?

No, there are no drug interactions to worry about.  However, if you are continuing to take statins you are depleting lots of CoQ10 and you need to replace it with additional dosages of that important nutrient.

Why might I get a flush and/or and itching feeling from the Niacin in your product?

As we mentioned above, the niacin (Vitamin B-3) in Cardio 360® can cause this in some people. This reaction is temporarily and not harmful.  In fact it is very beneficial to blood flow.  If it happens, simply continue to take the same quantity—without adding more—for a few days till this response quiets down. If a person takes more Cardio 360® than the prescribed amount, this reaction is more likely.

Will alcohol consumption affect the benefits of Cardio 360®?

Undoubtedly you have heard about certain cardiovascular benefits of drinking red wine. We do not deny those, but they are limited in scope or benefits. We caution you that alcohol can add a complex mix of organic chemicals and preservatives into your blood stream. Some of these could imbalance or possibly neutralize the careful mix of ingredients that we’ve researched and worked so hard to get just right in Cardio 360®. Be moderate.

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What is vascular disease?

Vascular disease refers to disorders that affect all the blood vessels (arteries and veins) of the circulatory system. Arteries and veins are the “roadways” that carry blood and oxygen to all parts of the body. Arteries carry oxygen rich blood to the rest of the body. Veins then return blood to the heart after the oxygen has been used up.

Why should you be alert for vascular disease?

 When some factor narrows (constricts) arteries or veins, blood flow is reduced to vital organs (including the heart), to the extremities, and to the brain. This can cause many complications.

How common is cardiovascular disease?

Very common, and moreso as people age. Many people have this disease and do not know it, because these disorders rarely cause symptoms in the early stages.

What are the most common forms of vascular disease?

Most forms are related to atherosclerosis, which is most commonly found in the: Carotid arteries - vessels in the neck that lead to the brain

Renal arteries - vessels that lead to the kidneys Femoral and popliteal arteries - vessels in the legs

Aneurysm - a weakening of the wall of the artery that causes a ballooning of the vessel  - also includes the coronary arteries.

What are the risk factors for cardiovascular disease?

There are several risk factors. And individual habits that may increase your chances for cardiovascular disease. Fortunately, many risk factors are within your control.

Risk Factors Include:

• Family history of atherosclerosis (plaque inside the arteries, also called "hardening of the arteries")
• Family history of aneurysm
• Smoking
• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Being overweight
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Over age 50
• Post-menopausal

What are the symptoms of vascular disease?

There may be no symptoms, or varying symptoms, depending upon where the vascular disease is located.

What are the dangers of vascular disease?

Untreated cardiovascular disease can lead to serious health problems, such as tissue death, gangrene requiring amputation or other surgery; chronic pain and disability; and weakened blood vessels that may rupture without warning. Deadly complications can result, including stroke, and pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lungs).

What is a vascular specialist?

A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating problems of the circulatory system (blood vessels).

How is vascular disease diagnosed?

How can vascular disease be treated?

A change in lifestyle habits that include diet, medication and exercise will help. Medical treatments include:

How can vascular disease be prevented?

Make healthy lifestyle changes to reduce your risk-don't smoke, eat nutritious, low-fat foods, exercise, and control other disease such as high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol and diabetes.

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What is Heart Disease?

Heart disease is a term that includes several more specific heart conditions. The most common heart disease in the US is coronary artery disease (CAD). CAD occurs when the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle become hardened and narrowed due to the buildup of plaque. The narrowing and buildup of plaques is called atherosclerosis. Plaques are a mixture of fatty and other substances including cholesterol and other lipids. Blood flow to the heart is reduced, which reduces oxygen to the heart muscle. This can lead to heart attack. Other heart conditions include angina, heart failure, and arrhythmias. Find out more about heart diseases.

What are symptoms of heart attack?

The National Heart Attack Alert Program notes these major symptoms of a heart attack:

• Chest discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts for more than a few minutes, or goes away and comes back. The discomfort can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain.
   
• Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. This can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach.
   
• Shortness of breath. This often comes along with chest discomfort. But it also can occur before chest discomfort.
   
• Other symptoms. These may include breaking out in a cold sweat or experiencing nausea or light–headedness.

What should a bystander do if they think someone is having a heart attack?

If you think that yo or someone you know is having a heart attack, you should call 9–1–1 immediately.

Why is there a need to act fast?

Death or permanent disability can result from a heart attack. The risk of death or permanent damage can be reduced with timely treatment. Some newer treatments need to be given soon after the onset of a heart attack in order to be effective. It is important to know the symptoms of a heart attack and act right away.

What are the risk factors for heart disease?

Some conditions as well as some lifestyle factors can put people at a higher risk for heart disease. The most important risk factors for heart disease are high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, cigarette smoking, diabetes, and obesity. In principle, all persons can take steps to lower their risk for heart disease. For more information about these risk factors, please see our section on risk factors.

What can you do to reduce your risk?

Persons can take steps to lower their risk of developing heart disease by preventing or treating and controlling high blood pressure, preventing or treating and controlling high blood cholesterol, by not using tobacco, by preventing or controlling diabetes, and by maintaining adequate physical activity, weight, and nutrition. Persons being treated for conditions or risk factors should follow the guidance of their health care providers.  See our section on heart disease prevention.

What is the burden of heart disease in America?

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of disability. Almost 700,000 people die of heart diseases in the US each year. That is about 29% of all U.S. deaths. In addition, heart disease is a leading cause of disability in the US.  See more statistical information.

What is the cost of heart disease for our nation?

According to the American Heart Association, all cardiovascular diseases together are projected to cost $403.1 billion in 2006, including health care services, medications, and lost productivity.

What is CDC doing to address heart disease?

CDC has several programs that address heart disease. These are mostly located in the Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention. They include activities with other CDC components, other federal agencies, state health departments, and local and tribal organizations. For more information on these programs, please see our CDC Addresses Heart Disease section.

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