February is National Heart Month in Canada: Jamieson offers widest range of heart health supplements

    It's time for Canadians to take action regarding their cardiovascular
    health

    TORONTO, Feb. 1 /CNW/ - Jamieson Laboratories, Canada's leading
manufacturer of natural health products, today announced that, in recognition
of National Heart Month this month, it is offering Canadians the widest range
of natural supplements available in the marketplace to support their
cardiovascular health.
    "Eighty percent of Canadians have at least one risk factor of heart
disease and almost ten million Canadians have high cholesterol levels," said
Jillian McLaren, Marketing Manager, Jamieson Laboratories. "Jamieson's range
of heart health products play a supporting role in cardiovascular health and
are an effective and simple addition to attaining good heart health."

    Jamieson's range of heart health supplements includes six products:

    Co Enzyme Q10 (CoQ10) increases oxygenation of heart tissue and helps the
heart and liver function more effectively. It has powerful antioxidant
properties and protects the cells from pre-mature aging.

    Cholestanol is a unique formulation as it provides a natural and
effective way to address hypercholesterolemia and helps to reduce LDL, (bad)
cholesterol and increases HDL, (good) cholesterol. It also helps to prevent
arterial plaque oxidation.

    Balanced Vitamin E contains a balanced ratio of all four tocopherols and
is formulated using highly bioavailable natural ingredients. It helps to
prevent premature aging of cells and protects against age-related cognitive
decline.

    Niaplex offers a unique flush free formula which aids in the reduction of
cholesterol levels. It is an effective treatment in improving circulation and
the breakdown of proteins, fats and carbohydrates.

    Omega Protect 3-6-9 is derived from fresh, pure, cold-pressed oils of
organic flax and borage, as well as pure halibut fish and olive oil. It
produces a complete essential fatty acid nutrient profile and is vital to good
health and helps with common health conditions such as depression, diabetes
and heart disease.

    Omega-3 Heart provides a blend of purified fish oils and includes
OleaSelect(TM) olive extract which is an exclusive patented ingredient that
provides a natural antioxidant to fight bad cholesterol and support
cardiovascular health.

    "I regularly prescribe natural supplements such as CoQ10 and Omega-3
Heart to my patients for the therapeutic role they play in the reduction of
both free radicals and cholesterol ," said Penny Kendall-Reed, Naturopathic
Doctor, Urban Wellness Clinic. "A nutritional supplement is often the best and
easiest way to ensure that you are getting your recommended dosage of
antioxidants."

    Jamieson's heart health supplements are available at Canadian pharmacies
and retailers at a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) ranging from
$15.99 to $24.99.

    About Jamieson Laboratories

    Established in 1922, Jamieson Laboratories is Canada's largest
manufacturer and distributor of advanced natural health care products.
Jamieson's state-of-the-art pharmaceutical manufacturing laboratories are
located in Windsor, Ontario. The company is a world leader in the vitamin and
nutrition industry, exporting to over 45 countries including the USA, China,
Japan, Hong Kong, Korea and Singapore. For more information, please visit the
Jamieson Laboratories website at www.jamiesonvitamins.com or call 1 800
265-5088.

For further information: John B. Challinor II APR, Director of
Communications, Jamieson Laboratories, [phone], Ext. 4205,
[e-mail]; Stephanie Blok, Manager of Public Relations,
Jamieson Laboratories, [phone], Ext. 2714, [e-mail]