Hello, I’m Dr. Kevin Passero. For more than 20 years in my Washington, DC–area clinics, I’ve reviewed thousands of cholesterol panels and guided patients through diet, lifestyle changes, natural solutions, and, when necessary, conventional therapies.

One of the most overlooked numbers I see is triglycerides. Most people—and even many doctors—focus only on LDL and HDL. But triglycerides, and the cholesterol-rich particles they travel in, play a critical role in long-term cardiovascular and metabolic health.

Hello, I’m Dr. Kevin Passero. For more than 20 years in my Washington, DC–area clinics, I’ve reviewed thousands of cholesterol panels and guided patients through diet, lifestyle changes, natural solutions, and, when necessary, conventional therapies.

One of the most overlooked numbers I see is triglycerides. Most people—and even many doctors—focus only on LDL and HDL. But triglycerides, and the cholesterol-rich particles they travel in, play a critical role in long-term cardiovascular and metabolic health.

Today, I want to share one of the most exciting and clinically validated natural options I’ve seen to support healthy triglycerides and cholesterol balance: citrus bergamot.

What Are Triglycerides?

Triglycerides are a type of fat that circulate in the blood inside particles like VLDL and chylomicrons. After meals, your body converts excess calories—especially from refined carbohydrates—into triglycerides for storage.

At healthy levels, they serve an important role. But when chronically elevated, they generate cholesterol-rich “remnant” particles that quietly damage blood vessels and metabolism, often without symptoms until serious problems emerge later in life.

Why High Triglycerides Matter

Triglycerides can’t move freely in the blood—they’re carried inside lipoproteins. As these particles deliver fat to tissues, they shrink into cholesterol-rich remnants that:

• Carry dense cholesterol that more easily deposits in artery walls
• Slip into vessel walls due to their small size
• Contribute to plaque buildup and inflammation

High triglycerides are also linked with:
• Metabolic imbalance—linked with weight gain, high blood pressure, and blood sugar issues
• Inflammation—tied to insulin resistance and visceral fat that strains the cardiovascular system
• Pancreatic risk—very high levels can trigger inflammation in the pancreas

Triglycerides can’t move freely in the blood—they’re carried inside lipoproteins. As these particles deliver fat to tissues, they shrink into cholesterol-rich remnants that:

• Carry dense cholesterol that more easily deposits in artery walls
• Slip into vessel walls due to their small size
• Contribute to plaque buildup and inflammation

High triglycerides are also linked with:

• Metabolic imbalance—linked with weight gain, high blood pressure, and blood sugar issues
• Inflammation—tied to insulin resistance and visceral fat that strains the cardiovascular system
• Pancreatic risk—very high levels can trigger inflammation in the pancreas

What Causes High Triglycerides?

• Diets high in refined carbs and sugars
• Excess alcohol consumption.
• Processed foods and high saturated fat
• Inactive lifestyle and weight gain
• Certain medications
• Genetics

• Diets high in refined carbs and sugars
• Excess alcohol consumption
• Processed foods and high saturated fat
• Inactive lifestyle and weight gain
• Certain medications
• Genetics

Target Ranges for Triglycerides (mg/dL)

According to the American Heart Association:
• Normal: < 150
• Borderline High: 150–199 
• High: 200–499
• Very High: ≥ 500

How to Reduce Triglycerides by 39%—Naturally

Lifestyle changes—cutting sugar, moderating alcohol, eating more fiber and omega-3s, and staying active—are the foundation. But for many, they don’t fully bring triglycerides into the optimal range.

This is where natural medicine offers real progress. Of all the nutrients I’ve studied, citrus bergamot is among the most researched and clinically validated—shown to support healthy cholesterol, triglycerides, and overall metabolic balance.

That’s why I developed Durable HEART®. It delivers Bergamonte®—the patented citrus bergamot extract grown exclusively in Calabria, Italy. Delivered at the full 1,000 mg clinical dosage, Bergamonte® is standardized to >38% polyphenols and validated in 14 published human trials. Unlike generic bergamot, it’s the only form proven to deliver meaningful results:

Why 9 Out of 10 Citrus Bergamot Supplements Fail Clinical Standards

Here’s the problem: the supplement market is flooded with low-quality, ineffective formulas. Most bergamot products are made with:

• Non-standardized bergamot extracts with no clinical backing

• Ineffective dosages far below the 1,000 mg proven level

• No absorption support such as vitamin C to enhance bergamot’s effectiveness

• No complementary compounds like olive leaf extract for cardiovascular synergy

• No third-party testing to ensure purity and potency

Without the right extract, dosage, and absorption support, you could take bergamot for months without meaningful improvements. That’s why Durable HEART® uses Bergamonte®—the patented, clinically studied citrus bergamot extract—delivered at the full 1,000 mg clinical dosage and recognized as the most researched form of bergamot.

Here’s the problem: the supplement market is flooded with low-quality, ineffective formulas. Most bergamot products are made with:

• Non-standardized bergamot extracts with no clinical backing
• Ineffective dosages far below the 1,000 mg proven level
• No absorption support such as vitamin C to enhance bergamot’s effectiveness
• No complementary compounds like olive leaf extract for cardiovascular synergy
• No third-party testing to ensure purity and potency

Without the right extract, dosage, and absorption support, you could take bergamot for months without meaningful improvements. That’s why Durable HEART® uses Bergamonte®—the patented, clinically studied citrus bergamot extract—delivered at the full 1,000 mg clinical dosage and recognized as the most researched form of bergamot.

What Makes Durable HEART® the Best Choice
for Cholesterol & Triglyceride Support

What Makes Durable HEART® the Best Choice for Cholesterol & Triglyceride Support

In my clinic, I’ve seen too many patients frustrated by bergamot supplements that simply don’t deliver. They’re often underdosed, unstandardized, or missing the key companion nutrients that make all the difference. That’s why I created Durable HEART®—a clinical-grade solution built on the same protocol I trust with my own patients.

1. Bergamonte® — The Gold-Standard, Full-Spectrum Extract

Durable HEART® delivers a full 1,000 mg clinical dosage of Bergamonte®—the only patented extract grown exclusively in Calabria, Italy and standardized to >38% polyphenols.

Backed by over 200 research papers and validated in 14 published human trials, Bergamonte® is also the only bergamot extract proven free of compounds known to interfere with other medications. That makes it the most clinically validated—and safest—form available, and the only one I trust in my clinic.

2. Full Clinical Dosage — Proven in Human Trials

Most supplements that feature Bergamonte® provide only 500 mg per serving. Durable HEART® doubles that amount, delivering the exact 1,000 mg daily dosage used in human trials—shown to lower LDL, raise HDL, reduce triglycerides, and support healthy blood sugar in as little as 30 days. Research shows this level to be up to 80% more effective.*

3. Vitamin C for Enhanced Bergamot Benefits

Most formulas leave out this critical cofactor. Durable HEART® includes 50 mg of premium non-GMO vitamin C to help your body fully utilize Bergamonte® while providing additional antioxidant support.* See the study →

4. Olive Leaf Extract for Artery & Inflammation Support

To further strengthen the formula, I included 100 mg of pure olive leaf extract, sourced from freshly picked Spanish olive leaves and processed immediately after harvest to preserve potency. Rich in oleuropein, this powerful polyphenol supports healthy lipid metabolism, arterial flexibility, and balanced inflammation—making it the perfect complement to Bergamonte®.* See the study →

5. Doctor-Formulated for Quality and Safety — Down to the Bottle

With over 20 years of clinical experience, I designed Durable HEART® to meet the highest standards of safety, purity, and effectiveness:

• Clinical-grade ingredients at the dosages proven in human trials
• Clean, non-GMO formula—no fillers, dyes, or unnecessary additives
• Made in the USA in an FDA-approved, cGMP-certified facility
• Third-party tested for purity, potency, and safety
• Packaged in amber glass bottle to protect against UV light and plastic leaching
• Backed by our 1-Year “Better Labs or Your Money Back” Guarantee

Durable HEART vs. Standard Bergamot Supplements

Durable HEART vs. Standard Bergamot Supplements

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Balance Cholesterol & Triglycerides Naturally—in as Little as 90 Days

Balance Cholesterol & Triglycerides Naturally—
in as Little as 90 Days

Balance Cholesterol & Triglycerides Naturally—in as Little as 90 Days

• Promotes superior cardiovascular function*
• Supports healthy cholesterol balance*
• Promotes optimal HDL (“good”) cholesterol levels*
• Helps maintain healthy triglycerides*
• Supports healthy blood sugar metabolism*
• Aids in healthy weight management*

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About Dr. Kevin Passero

Dr. Kevin Passero is a leading functional medicine expert and practicing naturopathic physician on a mission to empower people to take control of their health.

Through his two popular clinics in the Washington, DC metro area, he’s helped thousands of people find the root causes of their health imbalances and recover their energy, vitality, clarity and resilience.

Dr. Passero blends cutting-edge diagnostics with proven natural therapies to help his patients get results. He formulates every Durable supplement drawing on his over 20 years of clinical experience and the latest scientific research.

Outside of work, you can often find him enjoying the outdoors with his family.

†Dr. Kevin Passero is a licensed Naturopathic Physician in the District of Columbia and licensed Naturopathic Doctor in the State of Maryland.