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Our heart is one of the most important organs, and therefore it is very surprising that we take so little care of it.
We put it under strain not only from everyday stress, but also from an improper diet.
Fatty, unhealthy food and stress increase cholesterol levels and that clogs the vessels with so-called vascular plaque. The more of it we have in the arteries, the harder it is for the heart to function properly.
Especially for people over 50
We bring you 15 products that can effectively clean the vessels and improve your overall health. It is proven that if you include them in your diet, you will not only feel better, but you will also reduce the risk of a heart attack. This applies especially to people over 40 and particularly over 50, when the risk of heart attack increases and problems caused by an unhealthy lifestyle become more pronounced.
Don’t forget – many of us cannot influence stress in our lives and certainly cannot completely eliminate it. What we eat, however, is the simplest way to protect our heart.
Rutin with vitamin C
Buckwheat should be a staple on your plate, as it contains the special flavonoid rutin. Veins are more elastic because of it, rutin seals them and stops bleeding. For rutin to work 100% it needs the help of vitamin C. Therefore always accompany buckwheat with a fresh vegetable salad. It works wonders especially in cooperation with vitamin C, so always consume buckwheat with raw vegetables. Buckwheat should appear on your plate even if you have celiac disease, because it does not contain gluten.
Broccoli
Steamed broccoli is tasty and diet-friendly. It contains a lot of vitamin K, which strengthens bones and prevents calcium from damaging the arteries. It is also a great source of fiber, so it lowers cholesterol and blood pressure.
Blackcurrant
Some people swear by it, others are put off by its strong taste and aroma. The truth is that blackcurrant matches its white or red “sisters” in health benefits. The dark berries contain large amounts of vitamins (A, B-vitamins, C), bioflavonoids and antioxidants including rutin and citrin, which improve the elasticity of vascular walls.
Fatty fish
Salmon, mackerel, cod and other fatty fish reduce the risk of arrhythmia, atherosclerosis and thus protect the entire circulatory system.
The fat they contain is very beneficial for your heart.
It is best to eat them 2-3 times a week.
Oats
Oat flakes are a superfood for the heart. They directly act as a destroyer of bad cholesterol. They improve digestion and cellular metabolism. The coarsest oat flakes are the healthiest.
Soy – can reduce cholesterol in 3 weeks
Soy is a rich source of lecithin, which protects vessels from the deposition of bad cholesterol. Just eat one meal with soy a day and after three weeks cholesterol levels can drop by up to 20%.
Berries
Raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, blueberries and other berries lower blood pressure and clean the vessels. They also help strengthen the vessels.
Poppy seed
Poppy seed is rich in zinc and it is precisely this that keeps vessels in good condition and speeds up the healing of any wounds. Besides poppy seed, you can also find it in sunflower and pumpkin seeds. It’s worth including sesame seeds, egg yolks, legumes and natural rice in your diet as well.
Dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa)
Helps normalize blood pressure and fights inflammation and blood clotting problems.
Nuts
They contain valuable proteins and fiber that help the heart. They also contain vitamin E and reduce bad cholesterol. However, you must always eat them in moderation – a handful a day is enough.
Extra virgin olive oil
A few teaspoons of this oil can reduce bad cholesterol and normalize blood sugar levels. However, you must be careful to use truly quality oil; take a teaspoon 3 times a day.
Red wine – a wonderful medicine but only in moderation
It reduces the level of fat in the vessels and helps with detoxification and weight loss. The amount you can consume varies. They talk about a maximum of 2 dcl per day, but it also depends on your body build.
Green tea
One cup a day can slow down and, in the long term, even stop the buildup of fat in the vessels. Green tea stimulates metabolism and also helps with weight loss.
Cinnamon
It fights a whole spectrum of heart diseases, especially atherosclerosis. It improves metabolism and is tremendously helpful for weight loss.
Watermelon
It plays an important role in vascular health – that is, the health of vessels and arteries. It stabilizes cholesterol levels and is full of antioxidants.
Garlic
It clears the vessels, lowers blood pressure, improves blood circulation and is an important prevention of vascular diseases. It flushes vascular plaque from them and prevents its deposition.
Apples and pears
A treasure from our gardens. They are full of fiber and improve heart function. They also normalize blood pressure and although they have very similar properties to pomegranate, they are incomparably cheaper and more accessible.
Special drink for healthy vessels
What can it do?
Reduces high blood pressure, cholesterol levels, protects the heart and flushes toxins from the bloodstream.
We need:
- Ginger juice – 250 ml
- Crushed garlic – 250 ml
- Apple cider vinegar – 250 ml
- 5 tablespoons of honey
Instructions:
- Mix all the ingredients except the honey and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes.
- Don’t forget to stir. Then remove from the heat and let cool completely.
- Add the honey and pour into a clean bottle,
- This drink will keep in the refrigerator for 1-2 months. Take 1 tablespoon of this drink every morning on an empty stomach.
What can it do?
Reduces high blood pressure, cholesterol levels, protects the heart and flushes toxins from the bloodstream.
