Clogged arteries causes the arteries to narrow and restricts blood flow to the heart and other parts of the body. There are many causes and many treatments. There are surgical treatments, interventions with stents and few medications to unclog. There is chelation. However you can let food be your medicine.
More than often the blockage is caused by bad cholesterol which causes inflammation.
You can start by consuming berries. Berries include blueberries, strawberries, cranberries, raspberries, and blackberries. These fruits are associated with an impressive amount of health benefits, including their ability to reduce inflammation and improve heart health. Berries are packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds. These include flavonoid antioxidants, which are known to help boost heart health. There are studies which show how the contents in berries reduce inflammation markers and reduce the bad cholesterol ( LDL:)
One fruit , the pineapple contains enzymes and bromelin. Bromelin has been shown in some studies to reduce inflammation and act as a blood thinner
Another food consumed throughout the year but especially in the summer months are tomatoes. Tomatoes and tomato products contain plant compounds that may be particularly helpful for reducing the development of atherosclerosis. Tomatoes contain the carotenoid pigment lycopene, which may have impressive health benefits.
Studies show that consuming lycopene-rich tomato products may help reduce inflammation, boost HDL (good) cholesterol, and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Interestingly, combining cooked tomato with olive oil may offer the greatest protection against clogged arteries.
These are just a few foods that can atherosclerosis. Combine these foods with herbs like ginger, tumeric, green tea, hawthorne and many more
Consult your naturopathic physician for more information