Here is a list of nutrients (vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamin-like compounds, etc) that play lesser known yet important roles in managing inflammation-particulary in regards to heart health. This list is not all inclusive but it will hopefully reinforce the list of foods and variety that you already know are heart healthy and anti-inflammatory.
These fourteen nutrients for heart health are also important for other functions in your body. However, these little guys play a big part in fighting unwanted inflammation.
| Nutrient | Food Source | Supplement Recommendation |
| Vitamin C | Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cantaloupe, Cauliflower, Citrus, Kiwi, Parsley, Peas, Peppers, Strawberries, Tomatoes | Dietary sources first; Supplement if deficiency |
| Vitamin E | Wheat Germ, Eggs, Nuts, Seeds, Cold-Pressed Vegetable Oils, Dark Leafy Greens, Sweet Potato, Avocado, Asparagus | Dietary sources first; Supplement if deficiency |
| Lipoic Acid | Spinach, Broccoli, Beef, Some Organ Meats | Some Research Shows Small Benefits from Supplementation |
| Vitamin D | Sunlight, Dairy, Egg Yolks, Sardines, Liver, Fish | Research Proves Benefits from Supplementation |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | Pork, Organ Meats, Whole Grain, Enriched Cereal, Brown Rice, Wheat Germ, Blackstrap Molasses | Dietary Sources First; Supplement if deficiency |
| Vitamin B6 | Poultry, Tuna, Salmon, Shrimp, Beef Liver, Lentils, Seeds, Nuts, Avocado, Banana, Carrot, Bran, What Germ | Dietary Sources First; Some benefit for depression and fatigue |
| VitaminB12 | Fish, Meat, Poultry, Eggs, Dairy | Dietary Sources First; Benefit for fatigue, brain health and anemia |
| Folate | Fortified Grains, Tomato Juice, Green Vegetables, Beans | Dietary Sources First; Benefit during pregnancy, cardiovascular disease, fatigue |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | Almonds, Organ Meats, Whole grains, Wheat Germ, Mushrooms, Soy, Dairy, Eggs, Green Vegetables | Dietary Sources First |
| Selenium | Wheat Germ, Liver, Butter, Cold Water Fish, Shellfish, Garlic, Whole Grains, Brazil Nuts | Dietary Sources First; Supplement if Deficiency |
| Choline | Egg Yolk, Liver, Soybeans, Beef, Milk | Dietary Sources First |
| Carnitine | Red Meat, Dairy, Fish, Poultry, Tempeh, Wheat, Asparagus, Avocado, Peanut Butter | Research Recommends supplementation in CHF and some other cardiovascular diseases |
| CoQ10 | Oily Fish, Organ Meats, Whole Grains | Research Recommends supplementation in CHF and some other cardiovascular diseases |
| Cysteine & Glutathione | Meats, Ricotta, Cottage Cheese, Yogurt, Wheat Germ, Granola, Oat Flakes | Dietary Sources First; Supplement if deficiency |