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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