Protect Your Heart: How Antioxidants Support Cardiovascular Health

    February is often associated with the heart, making it the perfect time to focus not just on love, but on heart health. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death among Filipinos, with 40,532 cases accounting for 20% of total deaths nationwide in 2025.

     Contrary to common belief, heart disease is not limited to older adults. Modern lifestyles marked by poor diet, inactivity, prolonged screen time, and chronic stress have placed even younger Filipinos at risk. Repeated stress-related blood pressure spikes, along with unhealthy coping habits, can increase the likelihood of heart attack and stroke. These factors also contribute to oxidative stress, where excess free radicals damage blood vessels and strain the heart.

Protect Your Heart: How Antioxidants Support Cardiovascular Health

     Antioxidants help counter this damage by protecting blood vessels and supporting healthy circulation. LAC MASQUELIER, a scientifically formulated antioxidant supplement containing Oligomeric Proanthocyanidin Compounds (OPCs), helps combat oxidative stress, support vascular flexibility, and promote long-term cardiovascular health.

     This is where antioxidants play a critical role by fighting free radicals and helping protect blood vessels from oxidative damage, supporting healthy circulation and overall cardiovascular function. One such source is LAC MASQUELIER, a scientifically based antioxidant supplement containing original Oligomeric Proanthocyanidin Compounds or OPCs. Known for their potency, these antioxidants help combat oxidative stress while supporting vascular flexibility and efficient blood flow, contributing to long-term cardiovascular health and overall wellness.

     Beyond antioxidant protection, LAC MASQUELIER® French Pine Bark Extract also supports blood vessel strength and elasticity, which are essential for efficient delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the heart and other vital organs. Its unique three-way action includes collagen support, helping maintain the structural integrity of blood vessels and connective tissues, which naturally decline with age and free radical exposure.

     For more comprehensive cardiovascular support, LAC Activated® Heart Protect™ is formulated to address multiple heart health risk factors in adults aged 18 years and above. Taken as a dietary supplement at one vegicap daily, it is designed to support everyday cardiovascular health as part of a balanced lifestyle. Endorsed by the Japan Nattokinase Association, the formula contains 2000FU of Nattokinase, a fibrinolytic enzyme traditionally consumed in Japan to help support healthy blood flow and circulation. It is complemented by lecithin, which supports healthy cholesterol levels, and hawthorn, an antioxidant-rich herb known to promote heart and vascular function.

     Heart disease often develops silently, with warning signs appearing only in later stages, emphasizing the importance of early and proactive care. Alongside regular movement, balanced nutrition, stress management, and adequate sleep, antioxidant and heart-supporting supplements can play a role in maintaining long-term cardiovascular health. Through informed choices and proactive action, caring for the heart supports not only longevity, but also the quality of life needed to stay active, connected, and well.