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What Causes Calcification In Aortic Valve?
I had my aortic valve replaced in 2007 because it had calcified and now the artificial valve is again showing signs of calcifying. What is in the system that could be causing this calcification? What can I do different to slow or stop the calcifying?
Mon, 17 Aug 2015
Hello Sir,
I interpreted your concern.
Calcification is a systemic degenerative process.
It is directly related to underlying atherosclerotic process.
Such changes should be treated and prevented by a holistic approach.
To minimize such changes I recommend you the following.
1. Keep your blood pressure under 130/70 mm of hg.
2. Keep blood sugar between 70-100 mg/dl.
3. Avoid smoking and alcohol.
4. Maintain a normal lipid profile.
5. Treat any associated dyslipidemia.Maintain high HDL levels.
6. Regular supervised exercise regimen.
7. Avoid stress and anxiety.
8. High protein and low fat diet .
9. Supplement Vitamins like B12 in your diet.
10.Consume fruits like Pomegranate which contain plant troponins help to prevent calcification.
Consult a Cardiologist if shares a similar opinion.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
I interpreted your concern.
Calcification is a systemic degenerative process.
It is directly related to underlying atherosclerotic process.
Such changes should be treated and prevented by a holistic approach.
To minimize such changes I recommend you the following.
1. Keep your blood pressure under 130/70 mm of hg.
2. Keep blood sugar between 70-100 mg/dl.
3. Avoid smoking and alcohol.
4. Maintain a normal lipid profile.
5. Treat any associated dyslipidemia.Maintain high HDL levels.
6. Regular supervised exercise regimen.
7. Avoid stress and anxiety.
8. High protein and low fat diet .
9. Supplement Vitamins like B12 in your diet.
10.Consume fruits like Pomegranate which contain plant troponins help to prevent calcification.
Consult a Cardiologist if shares a similar opinion.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
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