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9 Foods to prevent Cardiovascular Diseases

Cardiovascular disease is the combination of diseases like diseased vessels, structural problems and blood clots. In short – it is a serious life-threatening disease, which needs to take care in time. Usually, when the disease is been detected, there are no other options but to take medications and surgery in some case. But, there are ways to prevent this life-threatening disease. A not so small change in diet can help you get saved from cardiovascular disease. Let’s have a look over the foods which can help you in that.

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9 Foods to prevent Cardiovascular Diseases

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  1. 9 Foods to prevent Cardiovascular Diseases Cardiovascular disease is the combination of diseases like diseased vessels, structural problems and blood clots. In short – it is a serious life-threatening disease, which needs to take care in time. Usually, when the disease is been detected, there are no other options but to take medications and surgery in some case. But, there are ways to prevent this life-threatening disease. A not so small change in diet can help you get saved from cardiovascular disease. Let’s have a look over the foods which can help you in that. Garli Since ancient times garlic has been used to treat heart disease and hypertension. According to a study published in preventive medicine, garlic inhibits coronary artery calcification which serves as a marker for plaque formation. Even in India garlic is been used extensively in Indian cuisine. Grapes Grapes increase the nitric oxide levels in the blood, which prevents blood clots. Grapes are rich in flavonoids, quercetin, and resveratrol. These flavonoids have been found to Garlic c Grapes

  2. prevent the oxidation of bad cholesterol that leads to the formation of plaque in artery walls. They also lower the risk of developing blood clots that can lead to heart attacks. Spinach Spinach is rich in potassium and folic acids, both of which act as a defense against high blood pressure. It also reduces homocysteine, an amino acid found in blood. Spinach is also rich in lutein, a plant carotenoid which not only protects against age related macular degeneration but also prevents heart attacks by keeping arteries free from cholesterol build up. Fish A study conducted by researchers at Southampton University found that Omega 3 oils, present in fishes like tuna and salmon, stop the buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries. These fatty acids prevent clots from forming and cholesterol from becoming oxidized. Fish is also high in good fats and other proteins and minerals, which is provides other benefits. Olive oil only oxidized cholesterol is able to stick to your artery walls and form plaques. Monounsaturated fats present in olive oil when mixed with molecules of bad cholesterol become less likely to be oxidized. Olive oil is also used in fat burning and for healthy skin. Olives were used by ancient medicine practitioners for medical usages. Olive oil comes with 3 types:- Pure, Virgin & Extra-Virgin. Extra Virgin oil helps more in reducing risk of cardiovascular diseases. Tomatoes lycopene, a compound present in tomatoes that gives them their color, helps in prevent hardening of the arteries. Researchers found that women with the highest lycopene levels in their blood had the least stiffness in their arteries. Pomegranates Pomegranate juice not only appears to prevent hardening of the arteries by reducing blood vessel damage, but may also reverse the progression of this disease. Spinach Fish Olive oil Tomatoes Pomegranates

  3. Pomegranate fruit and its juice are high in antioxidant content, which may help fight hardening of the arteries. Cranberry juice this juice strains the fat out of arteries. Instead of having fat build up in your blood vessels, this juice boosts your cell’s ability to absorb the fat and use it for production of energy. Drink three glasses of this juice every week to unclog your arteries Oats Thanks to the soluble fiber in oats, cholesterol doesn’t stand a chance. This fiber attaches itself to cholesterol and carries it right out of your system. Some studies have shown that eating just 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 cups of cooked oat-bran cereal daily can lower cholesterol levels by almost 20%. Just dial 0781 9999 222 to download the app now. Or click on the link below. Cranberry juice Oats MEDBOXTM– A FREE healthcare app is now available on:

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