Congestive heart failure or CHF is probably the end product of certain cardiovascular diseases that can further demean the ability of the heart to pump adequate amount of blood efficiently. Many things have been written about the diagnosis of the condition, but there are very limited options for treating the condition. Well, that’s probably because it is very difficult to mend a broken heart!

When congestive heart failure is diagnosed, it literally means that the condition is much beyond nutritional prevention. The damage has been done by then. But still nutritional intervention can be of great help.

Earlier on, certain prescribed drugs were the only means of treating the condition, but with the passing time some advanced techniques have come up that can help in strengthening the heart and regulating the heartbeat. Vasodilators are given as the drugs that can help in opening up the blood vessels and can improve the cardiac output, thus relieving backed-up blood from the blood vessels all through the body, particularly in the lungs. Diuretic drugs are commonly used for treating edema or fluid build up.

It is also possible to treat congestive heart failure with the help of certain complementary treatment options:

Thiamin:

Thiamin deficiency is highly responsible for causing congestive heart failure. Thiamin is basically Vitamin B-1. Supplying ample amount of this vitamin to the body can prevent heart failure.

Vitamin E:

An antioxidant vitamin that acts as a potential defense against the damage caused by free radicals is the vitamin E. This vitamin, in its natural form, can be used for strengthening and regulating the heartbeats. Vitamin E should be taken in smaller doses initially, but with the doctor’s recommendation only.

Herbal Diuretics:

Herbal medicines can be used for reducing the swelling and inflammation caused due to the retained fluids.

Selenium

Selenium deficiency is also one of the leading causes of a type of congestive heart disease, which is known as Keshan disease. Additionally, selenium also aids the body in recharging as well as reusing the vitamin E efficiently.

Potassium

Potassium deficiency can lead to congestive heart failure and both the disease and the remedy are related to one another. Potassium is also associated with magnesium deficiency. Lower levels of potassium can lead to erratic heartbeat or heart arrhythmia. Potassium is contained in various things, such as fruits, green vegetables and juices. Nuts, legumes and whole grains are also rich sources of potassium. Brazil nuts are loaded with potassium.

Magnesium

Magnesium has a tremendous role to play in the normal functioning of our heart. Profound deficiency of magnesium can lead to muscle malfunction and might as well prevent the proper functioning of the same as well. This mineral has a pivotal role to play in maintaining the normal rhythm of the heart. Magnesium is essentially part of heart-care medications.

Co-Enzyme Q10:

It is one of the harmless and the most essential compounds for treating heart conditions. It has zero side effects. But the worst part is that it is quite expensive. But not more than a heart transplant.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

A very heart-friendly ingredient, found in foods, such as dietary fishes and can help in reducing the chances of irregular heart beats caused due to CHF. It also helps in controlling the blood pressure levels that can increase your chances of developing congestive heart failure.