Protocol · Cardiovascular
Stable Angina Supportive Care Protocol
Coenzyme Q10 and L-Carnitine are the core of this stack, with 3 supporting supplements. Each row gives the amount the protocol lists and the grade our evidence database holds for that supplement in Stable Angina Supportive Care.
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The stack
5 supplements · none graded yet
| Grade | Supplement | Amount listed | Why it’s in the stack | Evidence on file | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary stackThe core of this protocol | |||||
| Coenzyme Q10 | Amount listed: 100–300 mg daily | Supports cardiac energy production; may improve exercise tolerance | Not graded yet | ||
| L-Carnitine | Amount listed: 2–3 g daily | Supports fatty acid metabolism for cardiac energy; improves exercise capacity | Not graded yet | ||
| Supporting stackListed as additions to the core | |||||
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | Amount listed: 2–4 g EPA+DHA daily | Cardiovascular protection; reduces triglycerides and inflammation | Not graded yet | ||
| Magnesium | Amount listed: 300–400 mg daily | Supports blood vessel function and blood pressure regulation | Not graded yet | ||
| Vitamin D | Amount listed: 2,000–4,000 IU daily | Deficiency linked to cardiovascular risk; supports vascular health | Not graded yet | ||
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Support alongside medical care. These supplements are not a treatment for Stable Angina. If you are being treated for it, talk to your clinician before adding one: supplements can interact with medicines.
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How this protocol works
In plain language
Stable angina is chest pain or discomfort that occurs predictably during physical activity or emotional stress, due to reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. It's a symptom of coronary artery disease.
TYPICAL SYMPTOMS:
- Chest pressure, squeezing, or discomfort
- Pain may spread to arms, neck, jaw, shoulder, or back
- Triggered by physical activity or stress
- Relieved by rest or nitroglycerin (usually within 5 minutes)
- Consistent pattern
DIFFERENT FROM UNSTABLE ANGINA (EMERGENCY):
- Occurs at rest
- New or worsening pattern
- More severe or prolonged
- Not relieved by rest or nitroglycerin
CRITICAL: Stable angina requires medical management. See cardiologist.
MEDICAL TREATMENT:
- Nitroglycerin (immediate relief)
- Beta blockers
- Calcium channel blockers
- Long-acting nitrates
- Ranolazine
- Aspirin
- Statins
- Revascularization (stents, bypass) if needed
LIFESTYLE (essential):
- Stop smoking
- Regular exercise (cardiac rehab)
- Heart-healthy diet
- Weight management
- Manage diabetes and blood pressure
- Stress reduction
CoQ10 and L-carnitine* may improve exercise tolerance.
Medical treatment* is essential.
Lifestyle changes* are critical.
Expected timeline: Medical treatment provides relief quickly. Supplements may improve exercise capacity over weeks to months. Lifestyle changes have long-term benefits.