Nuts and Seeds
Nuts and seeds are great sources of protein, fiber, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. They are also used to prevent or fight clogged arteries.
Consuming nuts and seeds can help decrease the amount of LDL (bad) cholesterol and blood pressure and may help boost HDL (good) cholesterol. [8] They are used to enhance blood vessel function and fight against heart conditions.
Berries
Berries include blueberries, strawberries, cranberries, raspberries and blackberries. These fruits are linked with an impressive amount of health benefits. They have the ability to decrease inflammation and enhance heart health.
Berries are filled with vitamins, minerals and plant compounds. They can also reduce the chances of having clogged arteries.
Conclusion
A healthy diet containing high amount of nutrient-dense foods can help reduce the risk of having clogged arteries. Consuming a diet that is rich in certain foods like vegetables, fish and fruits can help lower the risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease.
Reference:
[1] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/obesity/symptoms-causes/syc-20375742#:~:text=Obesity%20is%20a%20complex%20disease,blood%20pressure%20and%20certain%20cancers.
[2] https://medlineplus.gov/ldlthebadcholesterol.html#:~:text=LDL%20stands%20for%20low%2Ddensity,stands%20for%20high%2Ddensity%20lipoproteins.
[3] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/7104-diabetes-mellitus-an-overview
[4] https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/index.htm#:~:text=Heart%20disease%20is%20the%20leading,about%201%20in%204%20deaths.&text=The%20term%20%E2%80%9Cheart%20disease%E2%80%9D%20refers,can%20lead%20to%20heart%20attack.
[5] https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-increase-nitric-oxide
[6] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stroke/symptoms-causes/syc-20350113#:~:text=A%20stroke%20occurs%20when%20the,and%20prompt%20treatment%20is%20crucial.
[7] https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?ContentTypeID=160&ContentID=36#:~:text=Platelets%20are%20tiny%20blood%20cells,clot)%20to%20fix%20the%20damage.
[8] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/hdl-cholesterol/art-20046388