Therapist Alexandra Belova named affordable products that improve protection against blockage of blood vessels and stroke.
Nuts slow down atherosclerosis.< /b> Therapist Belova noted in an interview with MedikForum that nuts contain fiber, magnesium, polyunsaturated fats, vitamin E, antioxidants – all components that prevent cardiovascular disease.
Spinach is rich in folic acid . Folic acid protects arteries from hardening. Hard arteries and vessels do not expand well under the influx of blood, which increases the risk of blockage.
Olive oil lowers cholesterol.Thanks to its use, the level of LDL in the blood decreases and at the same time the risk of those deposits in the vessels that lead to atherosclerosis decreases.
Onion and garlic act as natural vascular cleansers. Therapist Belova called onion and garlic one of the most useful products for clogging blood vessels, since the oils they contain help prevent atherosclerosis. Garlic, in particular, stimulates the production of nitrogen in the body, thereby improving the flexibility and elasticity of the arteries.
Apples contain antithrombotic procyanidins.These substances have the ability to prevent the formation of blood clots, maintain the elasticity of arteries, strengthen their walls. In particular, these compounds are found in Red Delicious and Granny Smith apples.
Grapefruits reduce blood lipids. Rich in vitamin C, they help prevent the increase in blood lipids, which is
Green tea also contains procyanidins. Like apples, green tea is a source of procyanidins, which increase the elasticity of arteries and also help transport oxygen and nutrients to tissues , muscles and organs.
Earlier, the portal MedikForum.ru wrote that herring and mackerel can be a suitable replacement for red fish.
Important! Information provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. At the first sign of illness, consult a doctor.