Cardiovascular disease (CVD) continues to be a leading cause of mortality worldwide. Functional medicine teaches that lifestyle modifications such as diet, exercise, and stress management are effective therapeutic approaches to prevent and treat CVD. However, in many cases, medication therapy may still be necessary. Patients who use cardiovascular medications may carry an increased risk of micronutrient depletion depending on the drug type.
The Potential Micronutrient Deficiencies Associated With Cardiovascular Drugs course elevates the clinical awareness around such deficiencies and provides clinicians with actionable steps for intervention when micronutrient depletion is suspected. Through presentation of three patient scenarios, clinicians will learn to identify the visible, clinical indicators of nutrient deficiency and be able to recommend food sources to support nutrient absorption. Micronutrients are essential for optimal health and may support the efficacy of cardiovascular drugs; by addressing micronutrient deficiencies, practitioners can reduce the risk of comorbidities and enhance treatment outcomes.
