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What's the difference between Durable Heart and Durable Cholesterol Complete?

We currently sell two cholesterol support supplements: Durable Heart and Durable Red Yeast Rice. Durable Cholesterol Complete is an all-in-one formula that contains the same ingredients and dosages found in Durable Heart and Durable Red Yeast Rice. S

What's the difference between Durable Heart and Durable Berberine?

Durable Heart’s main ingredients are shown to have the primary benefits of reducing LDL cholesterol and triglycerides and the secondary benefit of supporting healthy blood sugar levels. Durable Berberine’s main ingredients are shown to primarily supp

Does Durable Heart have interactions with medications or other supplements?

Durable Heart has no known interactions with prescription drugs, medications, or other dietary supplements, so if you would like to take it with a statin, it is perfectly fine to do so. If taking medication, or if pregnant or breastfeeding, consult y

Does Durable Heart have any common side effects?

Since Durable Heart is made with 100% natural ingredients, the vast majority of users have no side effects, allergic reactions, or interactions. The most common side effect reported is an upset stomach, but this only seems to happen when it's taken o

When should I take Durable Heart?

Dr. Passero (co-founder and product formulator) recommends a daily dose of two capsules of Durable Heart. You can take one capsule twice a day right before or after a meal, or both capsules can be taken together with your largest meal of the day, ide

How long does Durable Heart take to work?

The main ingredient in Durable Heart is citrus bergamot, and research suggests it can start working in as little as 30 days. However, Dr. Passero recommends taking it for at least 90 days before doing blood work, as the 30 day time frame won’t be lon

How do I know if Durable Heart is working?

The only way to ensure this formula is working for you is to have your cholesterol levels checked through a simple blood test. While clinical trials demonstrate remarkable results within 30 days, Dr. Passero (co-founders and product formulator) recom

Is Durable Heart safe to take long-term?

Durable Heart is safe to take on an ongoing basis, and we have many customers who do so to keep their cholesterol balanced.

Can I reduce my dose or stop taking Durable Heart when my ideal cholesterol numbers are achieved?

The benefits of this formula work best with regular use, and discontinuation or reduction of the daily dose of two capsules could diminish results, especially if dietary or lifestyle changes have not been implemented. It might be possible to switch t

Can I take more than two capsules of Durable Heart?

Most studies supporting Durable Heart's effectiveness are based on a dosage of 2 capsules per day, but research does indicate that 3 capsules can offer added benefits. Ongoing studies are exploring the impact of 4 capsules daily, and Dr. Passero anti

Can I take half the recommended dose / one capsule of Durable Heart?

You are certainly welcome to try Durable Heart at one capsule per day, but keep in mind the primary ingredient, citrus bergamot, has been shown to be most effective at a dose of 1,000mg per day (two capsules of Durable Heart). Dr. Passero (co-founder

Will Durable Heart reduce plaque in the arteries?

There is currently no scientific evidence regarding the effect of bergamot extract (the main ingredient in Durable Heart) on directly eliminating plaque from the arteries. That being said, most doctors will agree that if you have any type of cardiova

Will Durable Heart lower LDL-P?

Citrus bergamot can lower LDL particle number (LDL-P). Bergamot has beneficial effects on blood sugar regulation and triglyceride levels which generally promotes larger LDL particles. Having larger particles reduces particle number, lowering LDL-P va

Will Durable Heart lower Lp(a) / Lipoprotein (a) or ApoB / Apolipoprotein B?

Dr. Passero (co-founder and product formulator) has seen clinically that as LDL levels decline, Lp(a) and ApoB levels drop as well. It is worth noting that you will likely see a more significant overall decrease in your LDL than your Lp(a) or ApoB. T

Will Durable Heart impact heart rate / arrhythmias / a-fib?

None of the ingredients in this formula have been shown to have any direct impact on heart rate or arrhythmia conditions. However, we advise anyone with a pre-existing medical condition to consult with their doctor before starting new supplements.

Will Durable Heart impact liver function?

None of the ingredients in Durable Heart have been shown to negatively impact liver function. However, it is important to keep in mind that anything ingested orally is processed by the liver, so anyone who has impaired liver function or a diagnosed l

Will Durable Heart lower blood sugar / HA1C?

Durable Heart's primary benefit is to lower LDL and triglycerides, but it also has the secondary benefit of lowering elevated blood sugar and HA1C levels. If your blood sugar is normal (or low), you do not have to be concerned about Durable Heart low

Can I take Durable Heart if I have acid reflux / GERD?

Individuals with acid reflux or GERD can safely take Durable Heart. The purified bergamot polyphenolic extracts in Durable Heart shouldn’t trigger reflux symptoms, even for those with citrus sensitivity. It can also be taken in conjunction with acid

Do you have any studies / clinical trials available demonstrating Durable Heart's effectiveness?

We appreciate when customers want to understand how a product works and read up on the research. Durable Heart itself has not had human clinical trials yet (very few dietary supplements have direct trials like this), but the ingredients in Durable He

Is it necessary to change my diet to see results from Durable Heart?

While you don't necessarily need to alter your diet to see benefits from this formula, you may consider it worthwhile. The clinical research on the active ingredients was conducted on different groups of people, some who did not change their diet and

Does Durable Heart contain grapefruit?

Durable Heart does not contain grapefruit. Some citrus bergamot extracts do contain bergamottin, a compound also found in grapefruit. The manufacturers of the Bergamonte® citrus bergamot we use in Durable Heart have confirmed through testing that ber

Where do the ingredients in Durable Heart come from?

Durable Heart contains three main ingredients: which are 100% natural. Bergamonte®, a citrus bergamot extract, is sourced from fruit grown in Italy. It also contains olive leaf extract made with Spanish-grown olive leaves as well as non-GMO vitamin C

Is the citrus bergamot in Durable Heart organic?

The primary ingredient in Durable Heart is the patented Bergamonte® brand citrus bergamot, grown in Italy. This brand does not offer a certified organic version of their bergamot. However, Europe is far more strict than the U.S. in terms of pesticide

Can I take Durable Heart if I have GERD / acid reflux?

Individuals with acid reflux or GERD can safely take Durable Heart. The purified bergamot polyphenolic extracts in Durable Heart shouldn’t trigger reflux symptoms, even for those with citrus sensitivity. It can also be taken in conjunction with acid