Drinks that help prevent arterial plaque and are good for the heart

In addition to maintaining a healthy weight and eating a healthy diet, certain natural drinks can also help protect your heart.

Green tea

Green tea contains catechins, which can reduce bad cholesterol and oxidative stress - two main factors that form plaque in the arteries, according to Times of India (India).

According to the US National Institutes of Health (NIH), regular consumption of green tea can reduce the risk of coronary artery disease. Drinking 2-3 cups of green tea a day helps improve the function of the blood vessel lining, making the arteries more elastic and increasing blood circulation. For best results, do not add sugar and choose green tea that is caffeine-free, especially for people with high blood pressure.

Pomegranate juice

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

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 can slow plaque buildup in the carotid arteries and improve blood flow. Compounds in pomegranates also help prevent cholesterol from oxidizing, the first step in plaque formation.

Choose cold-pressed pomegranate juice and don't throw away the seeds to get the full benefit of this fruit.

Beetroot juice

When we consume beetroot, the body converts the nitrates in beetroot into nitric oxide, a compound that helps dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow. This dual benefit also helps reduce the stiffness of blood vessels, lower blood pressure, and prevent plaque buildup, all of which are beneficial for heart health.

Drinking beetroot juice daily has also been shown to improve blood vessel health and aid cholesterol metabolism.

Turmeric milk

The active ingredient curcumin in turmeric has natural anti-inflammatory properties, maintains the stability of plaque in the arteries and protects the 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 a healthy heart.

Combine with diet and exercise

It should be noted that these drinks cannot clean plaque already present in the 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, good fats, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory foods, such as:

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

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/cac-loai-do-uong-giup-ngan-ngua-mang-bam-dong-mach-tot-cho-tim-mach-185251031162325398.htm