Dr Ford Brewer - PrevMed Seniors! 5 Popular Supplements that Are Actually Destroying Your Heart - Ford Brewer MD MPH (PrevMed Health)
Sep 14, 2025
Discover the unexpected risks of commonly used calcium supplements and how they can impact heart health. Learn about the hidden dangers of fat burners aimed at weight loss, along with safer alternatives to consider. Delve into the serious threats posed by heavy metals in supplements, particularly for seniors. Hear a cautionary tale about a man whose heart attack stemmed from his overwhelming supplement routine, stressing the importance of tailored health strategies and professional advice for optimal wellness.
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Calcium Pills Can Harm Older Hearts
- Calcium pills can spike blood calcium and promote vascular calcification in seniors.
- Dietary calcium plus D3 and K2 directs calcium to bones and lowers cardiovascular risk.
Pair Calcium With D3 And K2
- Take vitamin D3 and vitamin K2 with calcium if you supplement to help regulate and direct calcium.
- Prefer dietary calcium from leafy greens, dairy, and sardines over daily high-dose calcium pills.
Fat Burner Triggered Atrial Fibrillation
- George, 66, took an online fat burner and developed palpitations and atrial fibrillation within days.
- Stimulant ingredients like synephrine and caffeine can trigger dangerous arrhythmias in older adults.