What Are Triglycerides?

When most people think about cholesterol, they focus on LDL and HDL. But there’s another important number on your blood test: triglycerides. These are the fats that circulate in your bloodstream after eating, stored for energy between meals.

At normal levels, triglycerides are harmless. But when they stay elevated, they can quietly stress your cardiovascular system and metabolism in ways many people overlook.

Why High Triglycerides Matter

Elevated triglycerides can contribute to:
• Artery plaque buildup – can speed up changes when combined with high LDL.
• Metabolic imbalances – often linked with weight, blood pressure, and blood sugar.
• Inflammation – excess triglycerides can trigger low-grade inflammation that affects circulation.
• Digestive stress – very high levels can place extra burden on the pancreas.

Elevated triglycerides can contribute to:

• Artery plaque buildup –
  can speed up changes when combined with high LDL.
• Metabolic imbalances –
  often linked with weight, blood pressure, and blood sugar.
• Inflammation –
  excess triglycerides can trigger low-grade inflammation that affects circulation.
• Digestive stress –
  very high levels can place extra burden on the pancreas.

What Causes High Triglycerides?

Several lifestyle and dietary habits raise triglyceride levels:

• Diets high in refined carbs and sugars (white bread, sweets, sugary drinks).
• Excess alcohol consumption.
• High intake of saturated fats and processed foods.
• Sedentary lifestyle and weight gain.
• Certain medications
• Genetics—some people are naturally predisposed.

Several lifestyle and dietary habits raise triglyceride levels:
• Diets high in refined carbs and sugars (white bread, sweets, sugary drinks).
• Excess alcohol consumption.
• High intake of saturated fats and processed foods.
• Sedentary lifestyle and weight gain.
• Certain medications.
• Genetics—some people are naturally predisposed.

Target Ranges for Triglycerides

According to the American Heart Association:
• Normal: Less than 150 mg/dL
• Borderline High: 150–199 mg/dL
• High: 200–499 mg/dL
• Very High: 500 mg/dL or higher

How to Reduce Triglycerides by 39%—Naturally

While lifestyle changes are essential, some people struggle to bring triglycerides into a healthy range with diet alone. Genetics, age, and metabolism play a role.

If you’re looking for the best way to lower triglycerides naturally, research points to one standout ingredient: citrus bergamot. But not all supplements are created equal. Without the right extract, dosage, and clinical validation, you may never see meaningful results.

Durable HEART® is different. Formulated by Dr. Kevin Passero, it uses Bergamonte®, the gold-standard citrus bergamot extract grown in Calabria, Italy, and backed by human clinical trials shown to: 

The Problem: Most Citrus Bergamot Supplements Don’t Deliver

The market is crowded with ineffective bergamot supplements. Many on the market:

• Use non-standardized fruit powder instead of a clinically studied extract

• Contain less than the proven 500–1,000 mg daily dosage

• Skip vitamin C—key for maximizing polyphenol absorption

• Omit complementary nutrients like olive leaf extract for synergistic heart support

• Lack third-party testing for purity and potency

Without the right form, dose, and absorption support, you could be taking bergamot for months without seeing meaningful improvements in your cholesterol.

The market is crowded with ineffective bergamot supplements. Many on the market:
• Use non-standardized fruit powder instead of a clinically studied extract
• Contain less than the proven 500–1,000 mg daily dosage
• Skip vitamin C—key for maximizing polyphenol absorption
• Omit complementary nutrients like olive leaf extract for synergistic heart support
• Lack third-party testing for purity and potency

Without the right form, dose, and absorption support, you could be taking bergamot for months without seeing meaningful improvements in your cholesterol and triglycerides.

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

Formulated with the same clinically proven approach we use in our clinics, Durable HEART® delivers a clinical-grade support for healthy cholesterol and triglycerides. Here’s what sets it apart:

1. Features Bergamonte®—the Gold-Standard Extract

Only Bergamonte® is grown exclusively in Calabria, Italy and standardized to deliver a clinical-strength dose of polyphenols (>38%). Backed by 14 published human trials, it provides the full spectrum of cholesterol-supportive compounds proven to deliver real results—something generic bergamot simply can’t match.

2. Clinical Dosage to Balance Cholesterol & Triglycerides—Fast

Delivers 1,000 mg daily, the exact dosage shown in human studies to lower LDL, raise HDL, reduce triglycerides, and support healthy blood sugar in just 30 days.*

3. Vitamin C for Enhanced Bergamot Benefits

Includes 50 mg of premium non-GMO vitamin C extract—an often-overlooked addition that amplifies results. Vitamin C boosts your body’s ability to fully utilize Bergamonte®’s cholesterol-balancing properties while providing potent antioxidant protection.* See the study →

4. Olive Leaf Extract for Artery & Inflammation Support

Provides 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, it supports healthy lipid metabolism, arterial health, and inflammation balance—making it the perfect complement to Bergamonte®.* See the study →

5. Doctor-Formulated to Do Better—Down to the Bottle

Created by Dr. Kevin Passero, a physician with 20+ years of experience, Durable HEART delivers:

• A clinically studied form of citrus bergamot at the exact dosage proven in human trials
• A clean formula—free from fillers, dyes, or unnecessary additives
• Made in the USA and third-party lab tested for purity
• Packaged in amber glass to prevent plastic leaching and UV degradation
• Backed by our 1-Year “Better Labs or Your Money Back” Guarantee

Because what goes in your body—and what it comes in—matters.

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

Experience the Durable
Difference in Just 2 Weeks

• 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*

We believe in Durable HEART so strongly, we back it with a 365-day, any-reason guarantee. If you’re not satisfied—even if you finish the bottle—we’ll refund your full purchase. No questions asked.

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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.