The heart is a wondrous pump that powers the human body. It starts to beat four weeks after conception and is fully developed by eight weeks. Each person's heart is about the size of their fist. A newborn baby's heart weighs about 2/3 of an ounce and an adult's weighs from 9 to 11 ounces. This very small muscular organ pumps nearly 2,000 gallons of blood through our body every day. Through stress and improper eating, the heart can become weakened and need special nourishment. The heart is our life pump, and when it is not properly fed (with wholesome food ) it suffers malfunction (weakness and heart attacks) causing the heart failure condition which is one of the world's greatest killers.

Each year heart disease is at the top of the list of America's most serious health problems and it is the leading cause of death. In heart disease - or more accurately, coronary artery disease (CAD) - the arteries that nourish the heart become clogged. The blood carries the oxygen and nutrients the heart needs to do its work. The heart can store most nutrients, but not oxygen and it needs a constant supply to keep pumping.

The medical establishment says that heart disease is irreversible, that surgery and drugs are necessary to prolong life. Yet there is solid, clinically proven evidence that the body can heal itself and actually reverse heart disease, by using herbs and effecting lifestyle changes (such as reducing stress, exercising, and eating healthier). Most nutritional authorities urge everyone to get at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day, hopefully more than that. Yet a study shows that only 10 percent of Americans get even five. There are many foods and herbs that can help prevent and treat heart disease.

The herb combination in LIFE QUEST HERBS' HEART AID is designed to nourish, strengthen and build the heart. They prevent hardening of the arteries, help with heart problems and regulate both high and low blood pressure. Hawthorn has a well established and well deserved reputation as a heart tonic. It's especially useful in treating the heart fatigue known as congestive heart failure. But research shows that this herb also helps prevent heart attack. It improves blood circulation through the heart by opening the coronary arteries. It also increases the heart's ability to cope with a loss of oxygen, which is what happens when clogged coronary arteries reduce the heart's blood supply. Hawthorn also helps keep the heart beating properly, helping the blood flow more easily, relieving strain on the heart and reducing blood pressure.

Following is a list of herbs contained in this formula:

Recommendation: Two capsules twice a day, or if needed, two capsules three times a day.