Certain types of drinks help prevent arterial plaque buildup and are good for cardiovascular health.

Besides maintaining a healthy weight and eating a healthy diet, some natural drinks can also help protect cardiovascular health.

Green tea

Green tea contains catechin compounds, which can reduce bad cholesterol and oxidative stress – two key factors in plaque formation in arteries, according to the Times of India .

According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), regular consumption of green tea may reduce the risk of coronary artery disease. Drinking 2-3 cups of green tea daily helps improve vascular endothelial function, making arteries more elastic and increasing blood flow. For best results, avoid adding sugar and choose decaffeinated green tea, especially for those with high blood pressure.

Pomegranate juice

Pomegranates are one of the best fruits for cardiovascular health. Two powerful antioxidants in pomegranate juice, punicalagin and anthocyanin, help protect blood vessel walls from inflammation and oxidative damage.

The powerful antioxidants in pomegranate juice help protect blood vessel walls from inflammation and oxidative damage.

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A glass of pomegranate juice a day may slow plaque buildup in the carotid arteries and improve blood circulation. Additionally, compounds in pomegranates help prevent cholesterol from oxidizing – the first step in plaque formation.

It's best to choose cold-pressed pomegranate juice and don't discard the seeds to fully benefit from the fruit's nutrients.

Beetroot juice

When we consume beets, the body converts the nitrates in them into nitric oxide—a compound that helps dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow. This dual benefit also helps reduce vascular stiffness, lower blood pressure, and prevent plaque buildup, thus benefiting cardiovascular health.

Drinking beetroot juice daily has also been shown to improve vascular health and support cholesterol metabolism.

Turmeric milk

The active ingredient curcumin in turmeric has natural anti-inflammatory properties, maintaining the stability of plaque in arteries and protecting blood vessel walls from damage. When turmeric is combined with black pepper, the body's ability to absorb curcumin is significantly increased.

Regular consumption of turmeric milk helps reduce oxidative stress and improve vascular endothelial function, thereby contributing to maintaining cardiovascular health.

Combine this with a healthy diet and exercise.

It's important to note that these types of drinks cannot clear existing plaque from arteries, but only help prevent the formation of new plaque.

For optimal results, people should combine regular exercise with a balanced diet rich in fiber, healthy fats, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory foods, such as:

• Fatty fish (such as salmon and mackerel).
• Nuts and beans.
• Leafy green vegetables, broccoli, carrots.
• Healthy arteries are the foundation for good circulation, a healthy heart, and a long life.

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