In winter, our bodies are put to the test, both by the drop in temperature and by the excesses of end-of-year meals. Swiss researchers have shown that certain cardiovascular risk factors increase in winter.
Cold induces a more intense mobilization of energy to maintain our body temperature. The heart consumes more oxygen and beats faster. Vessels contract to promote organ irrigation. Cold causes dehydration, reduces blood fluidity and makesthe heart work harder.
Winter is also dreaded by people with Raynaud's Syndrome. This syndrome causes a disturbance in blood flow, especially to the extremities. It causes unpleasant, even painful sensations of tingling and numbness.
Staying well hydrated and finding the right way to keep warm are essential. If that's not enough, there are natural solutions, such as consuming omega-3s. These include EPA and DHA, which help maintain normal blood pressure at a daily dose of 3g.
Rich end-of-year meals increase cardiovascular risk. We tend to eat more, greasier and sweeter, and the season doesn't encourage us to exercise. Accumulated unhealthy fats lodge in the arteries and canimpede circulation. Excessive alcohol consumption, often associated with these meals, is an aggravating factor and can lead to heart rhythm disorders.
However, most cardiovascular diseases can be prevented by tackling the risk factors. In particular, by changing our behaviours at this time of year: poor diet, smoking, sedentary lifestyle and excessive alcohol consumption.
It is one of the essential fatty acids. In other words, the human body needs them and cannot produce them itself. It must be supplied by the diet.
Omega-3 EPA is a precursor of hormone-like mediators involved inbalancing the immune system,inflammation,hemostasis and circulation.
They are also involved in thermogenesis, a process that warms the body and protects it from low temperatures.
EPA omega-3 contributes to triglyceride balance* and normal heart function.
Dietary sources of omega-3
In China, red yeast rice is traditionally used for digestion and blood circulation. In France, it is used in food supplements to maintain normal cholesterol levels.
Monacolin K is the natural active ingredient in red yeast rice. It is capable of inhibiting the liver's cholesterol-producing enzyme. This is the mechanism by which it acts on cholesterol levels.
Laboratoire Dielen has formulated a range of dietary supplements for cardiovascular health.
MOLVAL® is the original combination of omega-3 fatty acids and Gabolysat® bioactive marine peptides. Omega-3 EPA and DHA from fish oil contribute to normal heart function. The beneficial effect is achieved with a daily intake of 250 mg EPA and DHA. Gabolysat® bioactive peptides patented by Laboratoire Dielen.
MOLVAL® FORT is an innovative combination that contributes tocholesterol balance. Monacolin K, derived from red yeast rice, helps maintain normal cholesterol levels. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 10 mg of monacoline k. Coenzyme Q10 is a natural antioxidant. Omega-3 EPA and DHA from fish oil contribute to normal heart function. The beneficial effect is achieved by daily consumption of 250 mg EPA and DHA.
*The beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 2 g of EPA and DHA per day.
