For a heart-conscious everyday life, the omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA count above all, as they contribute to a normal function of the heart, along with magnesium for normal muscle function, to which the heart muscle also belongs. In addition, many people rely on coenzyme Q10 and the traditionally used nattokinase.
Heart and circulation work day and night, tirelessly and mostly completely unnoticed – and more and more people want to consciously support this central motor of the body. But which nutrients really suit the goal of a heart-conscious everyday life, and which plant and enzyme products are traditionally used? Between omega-3, minerals and special building blocks it is not always easy to keep an overview. In this guide we classify the most important building blocks and show you a curated selection of Scheunengut products. This is about the normal function of the heart and circulation in a healthy everyday life – not about treating cardiovascular diseases.
We consciously focus on the building blocks with a clear, traceable connection and honestly classify complementary, traditionally used products as what they are. This way you get an orientation with which you can decide for yourself which combination suits your everyday life. Especially with the heart the rule is: the strongest effects come from lifestyle, and targeted food supplementation is a building block that can sensibly round off an already heart-conscious way of life.
What matters for the goal of heart & circulation
At the very top are the omega-3 fatty acids: EPA and DHA contribute to a normal function of the heart – the statement applies with a daily intake of 250 mg of these two fatty acids. They are thus among the best-studied nutrients around the heart and belong in a balanced diet anyway, for example via oily sea fish or plant sources. Also relevant is magnesium, which contributes to normal muscle function – and the heart muscle is the most important and most enduring muscle in the whole body. Magnesium furthermore contributes to a normal function of the nervous system and to a normal energy-yielding metabolism, which makes it a versatile basic nutrient.
Around heart and circulation it is worth distinguishing between two groups. On the one side are the nutrients with a clearly formulated connection: the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA contribute to a normal function of the heart, and magnesium contributes to normal muscle function. These connections are unambiguously named and give you a reliable orientation. On the other side are building blocks such as coenzyme Q10 and nattokinase, for which there is no such nutrient claim but which are valued traditionally or out of personal conviction. If you keep this distinction in mind, it becomes easier for you to classify a product realistically and to make your choice consciously, instead of being guided by big words. For most people it is a good path to start with the clear nutrient basis and to add complementary building blocks only once your own routine is established. This way it remains manageable what you take, and you can, if needed, have your approach clarified in peace by a professional before you combine further products. An additional advantage of this step-by-step approach: you notice more easily which building blocks feel coherent for you and fit well into your daily routine, instead of quickly feeling overwhelmed by an overloaded regime.
Beyond the classic nutrients, many heart-conscious people reach for further building blocks for which there is no authorised nutrient claim but which are valued traditionally. Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) is a substance produced by the body with a role in cellular energy metabolism and is happily supplemented in fermented, plant-based form. Nattokinase, an enzyme from fermented soy (natto), is traditionally valued in the Japanese diet and mostly offered in gastro-resistant capsules. Both are additions for everyone who wants to round off their routine in a targeted way – the closer nutrient connection to heart function, however, is offered above all by omega-3 and magnesium.
When making a choice, it is worth beginning with the building block that has the clearest connection: a good omega-3 supply with EPA and DHA. Pay attention to the declared content of these two fatty acids per daily dose, because only it is decisive for the heart connection. From this basis you can consider whether you round off your mineral supply with magnesium and whether complementary building blocks such as coenzyme Q10 or nattokinase suit your personal preferences. Quality shows here too in transparency, clear quantity information and a traceable origin.
Our product recommendations
Nursing complex with fenugreek, fennel, omega 3, DHA, folic acid
This complex provides, among other things, omega-3 fatty acids with DHA. The omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA contribute to a normal function of the heart – the statement applies with a daily intake of 250 mg of these fatty acids – which is why a good omega-3 supply is an obvious basic building block for a heart-conscious everyday life. Pay attention to the declared fatty acid content per daily dose and place the product in your personal selection according to its orientation.
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Complex of 4 bioactive magnesium sources – 400 mg elemental
Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function – and this includes the heart muscle as the central muscle of the circulatory system. This complex combines four bioactive magnesium sources with 400 mg of elemental magnesium and is thus a well-thought-out basic equipment for everyone who wants to strengthen their mineral basis around heart, muscles and nerves. Because it relies on several forms of magnesium, it is a versatile all-rounder in the daily routine.
Coenzyme Q10 – high-dose ubiquinone from fermentation
Coenzyme Q10 is a substance produced by the body that plays a role in the energy metabolism of the cells. This product relies on high-dose ubiquinone from plant-based fermentation – a transparent, vegan choice for everyone who wants to complement their routine specifically with Q10. As a focused single building block, it fits well with an omega-3- and magnesium-conscious basic equipment.
Nattokinase – fermented from soy, gastro-resistant capsules
Nattokinase is an enzyme from fermented soy (natto) that is traditionally valued in the Japanese diet. This product delivers it in gastro-resistant capsules with a defined FU content and German manufacture – a focused addition for everyone who wants to consciously take up this traditional building block in their routine. The gastro-resistant dosage form ensures that the enzyme passes through the stomach as well as possible.
Foundations first
The strongest levers for heart and circulation lie in lifestyle, not in the capsule. Not smoking is one of the most important factors of all and pays off at any age. Regular endurance movement – brisk walking, cycling, swimming – keeps the circulation going and strengthens the heart muscle, while a healthy body weight noticeably relieves the heart. A balanced, plant-focused diet with plenty of vegetables, good fat sources such as oily sea fish, linseed or rapeseed oil as well as as few heavily processed foods as possible forms the nutritional basis. A conscious approach to salt and sufficient recovery also contribute to a heart-friendly everyday life.
The less obvious factors should not be forgotten: sufficient and regular sleep, a good way of dealing with permanent stress and stable social relationships also pay into a heart-friendly life. The body benefits most from an interplay of many small habits that add up over the years. Into precisely this picture fits targeted food supplementation – as a consciously chosen building block among several, not as a substitute for the foundations.
Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. They complement a heart-conscious everyday life best regularly and in keeping with the recommended intake. Especially on the topic of heart and circulation, particular caution applies: if you have pre-existing conditions, take blood-thinning or other medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, please be sure to discuss the intake with your doctor beforehand.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which nutrients contribute to a normal function of the heart?
The omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA contribute to a normal function of the heart; the statement applies with a daily intake of 250 mg. Magnesium additionally contributes to normal muscle function, to which the heart muscle also belongs.
What is coenzyme Q10?
Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) is a substance produced by the body that plays a role in the energy metabolism of the cells. As a food supplement it is often offered in the fermented, plant-based form.
What is nattokinase?
Nattokinase is an enzyme obtained from fermented soy (natto). It is traditionally valued in the Japanese diet and, in food supplements, often offered in gastro-resistant capsules.
How much omega-3 is relevant for the heart?
The authorised connection to the normal function of the heart applies with a daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA. With the product, pay attention to the declared content of these fatty acids per daily dose.
Do these products replace a heart-healthy lifestyle?
No. Not smoking, regular movement, a balanced diet and a healthy weight are the basis for heart and circulation. Food supplementation can complement this basis, but not replace it.
Health notice: This guide is for general information purposes only and does not replace individual medical or pharmaceutical advice. Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced, varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you have health concerns, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking medication, please consult a doctor or pharmacist. How our guides are created →
Sources
- EU Register of authorised health claims — EPA und DHA tragen zu einer normalen Herzfunktion bei (bei 250 mg täglicher Aufnahme)., 2024
- German Nutrition Society (DGE) — Empfehlungen zu Fettsäuren, Magnesium und einer herzbewussten Ernährung., 2024
- German Heart Foundation — Bewegung, Nichtrauchen und ausgewogene Ernährung sind die Grundlagen eines herzbewussten Lebensstils., 2024
