3. Berries and red grapes help prevent cardiovascular disease and vascular calcification in your arteries:
Grapes contain flavonoids (natural antioxidants), which stop the bad cholesterol from oxidizing. According the medical journal, Nutrients, flavonoids could help prevent heart disease and protect the arterial walls.
Strawberries, cherries, cranberries and other berries contain powerful antioxidants and are packed with vitamins. Buy them organic to avoid the pesticide overload.
You can find more information about the incredible healing properties of berries in my e-book The Healing Berry Guide.
4. Garlic helps keep arteries clean
Garlic has many medicinal properties and one of them is protection against heart disease. Garlic reduces blood pressure and bad cholesterol levels.
For example, one study found that taking garlic can both prevent heart disease and treat symptoms of heart disease.
For medicinal effect, eat one to two minced raw garlic cloves. If you use supplements, look for the amount of allicin which is the garlic’s active ingredient. Also make sure to avoid these common mistakes when using garlic for its medicinal benefits.
5. Apples and grapefruits keep your arteries clean
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. The pectin (soluble fiber) in these fruits, lowers the bad cholesterol, while the minerals potassium and magnesium help to control blood pressure.
Magnesium also helps to prevent plaque buildup in the arteries, helping to prevent clogged arteries.
6. Spinach helps to reduce atherosclerosis:
Spinach is rich in vitamins A and C, which help to prevent the clogging plaque from developing in the arteries.
One medical study claims that vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that “inhibits oxidation of LDL-protein, thereby reducing atherosclerosis.” The same study suggests that vitamin C deficiency is associated with a higher risk of mortality from heart disease.
Popeye’s favorite food also contains lots of potassium and folic acid, thus lowering blood pressure.
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7. Olive oil helps to prevent clogged arteries:
Studies showed that drinking one or 2 tablespoons every day of extra virgin olive oil can help to keep your heart healthy and prevent heart disease.
Make sure to use extra virgin olive (EVOO) and apply moderation in the amounts you consume as fat is still fat. According to studies, you only need to consume 40 ml of olive oil weekly to protect your arteries and prevent heart disease.
Read more about the fantastic health benefits of olive oil.
8. Tomatoes keep your arteries clean:
Tomatoes contain powerful antioxidants that prevent the oxidization of LDL cholesterol and keep your arteries clean.
According to medical studies, tomatoes are a rich source of lycopene, beta-carotene, folate, potassium, vitamin C, flavonoids, and vitamin E. If you consume tomatoes regularly, you can cut your risk of arteriosclerosis by 50%.
9. Green tea helps prevent vascular calcification in your arteries:
Flavonoids in green tea are powerful antioxidants. According to one medical study drinking a few cups of green tea every day is associated with a lower risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease
A good quality green tea will also prevent the formation of blood clots and help maintain healthy linings of the arteries.
Find more information about the amazing health benefits of green tea.
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