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8 FOODS THAT CLEAN YOUR ARTERIES AND CAN PREVENT A HEART ATTACK

8 FOODS THAT CLEAN YOUR ARTERIES AND CAN PREVENT A HEART ATTACK
     Walnuts

  • A study conducted by Yale University’s Prevention Research Center found that.
  • On top of that, according to Drweil.com, “Spanish researchers recently reported that eating about eight shelled walnuts worked better than olive oil at protecting arteries from damage that can follow a meal high in saturated fat.”
  • So, if you enjoy eating nuts, focus your attention on walnuts.
  • They have a ton of benefits to them!

    Fish

  • The first food that you should start consuming more is fish.
  • Fish has a ton of healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
  • These acids are known to have positive influences on blood cholesterol levels which ultimately leads to clogged arteries.
  • In a study done by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, it was found that women who ate two or more servings of fatty fish had better cardiovascular health.
  • Some fish you can turn to are herring, tuna, trout, mackerel, and salmon.

    Citrus Fruit

  • In a study published in Arya Atherosclerosis, citrus fruit was found to have significantly reduced systolic blood pressure.
  • It also reduces stenosis.
  • Back in the 18th century, they even used citrus to treat scurvy.
  • Eating oranges and grapefruit in particular, according to a study by the University of Southern California Department of Preventive Medicine, foods that are high in viscous fiber, protect your arteries from clogging.
  • So having a piece of grapefruit for breakfast is a pretty yummy and healthy thing to do.

    Flaxseed

  • If you aren’t a fan of flaxseed, you should start getting used to them.
  • They have a ton of health benefits to them, one is helping the health of your arteries.
  • Flaxseed could have strong beneficial effects in the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease.
  • Health.clevelandclinic.org notes that Flaxseeds have “omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and phytoestrogens that boost heart health”.
  • You can find flaxseeds in ground form or your favorite type of bread.
  • There are even cereals that have it as well.

      Turmeric

 

  • When it comes to the health of your arteries and heart, Turmeric should be your best friend.
  • Turmericforhealth.com writes that there have been over 200 research studies that have looked into the therapeutic efficacy of turmeric and curcumin in various heart conditions.
  • Not only does it protect the heart, but it also fights different metabolic conditions that play a factor in the development of heart diseases.

    Cinnamon

  • There are a ton of different health benefits to eating cinnamon in its natural form.
  • It’s considered an antioxidant; it has anti-inflammatory properties and it can also cut the risk of heart disease.
  • In a study published in Diabetes Care, researchers found that cinnamon improves the glucose and lipids of people with Type 2 diabetes.
  • A meta-analysis of the research available conducted by the College of Pharmacy, in Pomona California, concluded that cinnamon can have the effect of reducing cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides.

    Pomegranates

  • Pomegranate has proven to avert several pathological changes that are associated with cardiovascular disease.
  • This fruit fights cardiovascular disease by reducing oxidative stress, supporting the synthesis and activity of nitric oxide, and much more.

    Green Tea

  • There have been some studies that have looked at the possible link between green tea and cardiovascular disease.
  • A study of 40,530 Japanese adults found that those who drank more than five cups of green tea a day had a 26% lower risk of death from a heart attack or stroke and a 16% lower risk of death from all causes than people who drank less than one cup of green tea a day.