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I am currently taking blood thinners after a heart attack last year. Can I still take Heart Health?

April 26, 2017blood Currently Heart Attack heart health taking thinners

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I am currently taking blood thinners after a heart attack last year. Can I still take Heart Health?

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Yes, it is a great complementary treatment, but bring it to the attention of your family doctor, cardiologist and naturopathic doctor. High doses of fish oil have a thinning effect on the blood which may result in your ability to reduce or eliminate the amount of anti-coagulants or blood thinners you are currently taking. Fish oil will also help in the reduction of hypertension or high blood pressure therefore it may have an additive effect to any hypertensive medications you might be taking. It is important to have your blood viscosity and blood pressure checked regularly.

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Yes, it is a great complementary treatment, but bring it to the attention of your health care provider. High doses of fish oil (well beyond what is in this product) may have a thinning effect on the blood, which may require adjustment in dosage of anti-coagulants, or blood thinners you are currently taking. Fish oil will also help in the reduction of hypertension or high blood pressure therefore it may have an additive effect to any hypertensive medications you might be taking. It is important to have your blood viscosity and blood pressure checked regularly if you are on medication as well.