Spices and Cruciferous Vegetables
Spices, such as pepper, chili, cinnamon, and ginger play significant roles in treating clogged arteries. They also have anti-inflammatory effects and may help
- Reduce the clumping together of platelets in the blood
- Reduce free radicals
- Improve blood lipid levels
You can add spices to your stew, soup, and oatmeal to increase your intake.
Studies show that people who consume cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, cauliflower, and broccoli are less likely to develop clogged arteries. Consuming cruciferous vegetables regularly also reduces the risk of developing atherosclerosis.
A study on 1,500 females showed that eating cruciferous vegetables reduces carotid intima-media thickness. Various studies have linked the consumption of cruciferous vegetables to reduced arterial calcification and risk of death caused by diseases related to atherosclerosis. Note that arterial calcification causes hardening of the arteries in atherosclerosis.