7 foods to take care of your arteries

• April 24, 2024

In Mexico, 70,000 infarcts are registered annually and approximately 30% of the population suffers from hypertension, which is why it is important to acquire habits that promote good cardiovascular health.

Through food you can strengthen your arteries and take care of your cardiovascular health. Jenny Patrizia, nutritionist and collaborator of the Huffington Post , details that some foods are responsible for keeping the arteries clean, essential to transport nutrients and oxygen throughout the body.

1. Garlic. This food promotes blood circulation because it is rich in alina and ajoene, according to the website botanical-online.com

2. Blueberry. It is rich in vitamin P and contains vasodilator, antihemorrhagic properties and helps strengthen the arteries.

3. Cherries It promotes circulation and protects cardiovascular health by controlling blood pressure, thanks to its content in folic acid, antioxidants and minerals such as potassium.

4. Grapes. It is an alkalizing food that helps purify the blood.

5. Strawberries Its rich ascorbic acid content helps lower the level of cholesterol in the blood.

6. Apple. Because of its content in histidine it helps to control blood pressure to prevent cases of hypertension.

7. Egg white A study of Jilin University suggests that a peptide found in this food reduces blood pressure levels.

In addition to eating these foods, it is essential that you do a general medical checkup every year to keep your cardiovascular health in good condition.

Remember that lifestyle directly influences your body, so exercise, hydrate and eat a balanced diet to achieve a stable weight.

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