The benefits of Vitamin C for Preventing Clogged Arteries
1/4 of all deaths in the USA are caused by clogged arteries and heart disease.
This is usually caused by eating too many refined foods,
which can cause inflammation in the walls of the arteries.
The body sends in cholesterol and protein to try and fix the damaged areas,
which can then form plaque that can clog up the artery and trigger a blockage.
The good news is that there are certain nutrients such as Vitamin C which help to
protect these blood vessels from inflammation and help to keep the blood flowing normally.
It’s important however that you get your Vitamin C from natural food sources,
as synthetic 'ascorbic acid' supplements and tablets do not have the same affect.
Today we will explore the 4 key benefits of Vitamin C
to protect your arteries and blood vessels.
You'll also learn about some of the best natural food sources of this Vitamin
so that you can help protect your heart and vascular system long term.
This video is for educational purposes only,
so do speak to your doctor if you have any medical concerns.
1. Lowers Inflammation Number 1 is lowers inflammation.
The first step towards heart disease is inflammation in the arteries.
Small pockets of damage appear on the artery walls which then get plugged up by
cholesterol and calcium to protect them from leaking. Eventually this leads to 'clogging'
and narrowing of the arteries which could cause a heart attack or stroke.
Vitamin C found in its natural complex however
is an antioxidant which helps to protect the arteries from inflammation and damage.
2. Antioxidant Effect Number 2 is the antioxidant effect of Vitamin C.
When you eat foods rich in Vitamin C such as leafy green vegetables,
berries and lemon juice you introduce antioxidants into your body.
Antioxidants actively help to prevent cholesterol from becoming
oxidised and sticking to the artery walls. They also help to prevent insulin resistance,
which is usually the trigger of inflammation.
3. Collagen Production 3 Is Collagen Production
The endothelial cells within the walls of the artery are made up of a type of collagen,
similar to your skin and the meshes that surround your internal organs.
Vitamin C is actually a co-factor which helps your
body produce collagen in the smooth muscles of your arteries and veins.
This promotes elasticity so that the arteries can relax and expand normally
to prevent them from being stiff and rigid.
4. Prevent Blood Clots Finally the fourth main
benefit of Vitamin C is preventing blood clots.
Scientific studies also show us that Vitamin C can help prevent
blood clots from breaking off and getting stuck within a blood vessel.
Naturally this reduces the risk of stroke, pulmonary embolism and a heart attack.
Causes of Vitamin C Deficiency?
Vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin as opposed to a fat soluble vitamins Like A, D, E or K.
In a nutshell this means that your body does not store Vitamin C for a very long period of time,
instead it gets transported to your tissues through the fluids in your body.
Any excess is excreted through your urine.
This means that you have to keep consuming Vitamin C
from natural food sources on a daily basis to meet all of your daily requirements.
There is also the problem that cooking and heat destroys Vitamin C. So you have to
get it from raw foods such as leafy green vegetables, herbs and fruits.
Eating only cooked foods is one of the main causes of a Vitamin C deficiency,
so you may want to start adding more whole raw fruits and vegetables to your diet daily.
The richest natural sources of Vitamin C are Sauerkraut, cabbage, berries, lemon juice,
leafy green vegetables and bell peppers. But you can get this from almost all vegetables.
Another main trigger for a Vitamin C deficiency and heart disease
is eating too many refined sugars, grains and flour based foods.
Refined foods are hard to digest and can cause oxidative damage within the body,
which depletes your antioxidants like Vitamin C.
Smoking, alcohol and diuretic medications also lower the amount of Vitamin C that
your body holds, therefore weakening your arteries and blood vessels.
Over years these poor lifestyle habits can lead to inflammation and clogging of the arteries.
Supplements
If you wish to take a supplement which contains the entire Vitamin C complex,
make sure that it's made from whole foods.
Some of the best natural supplements contain Camu Camu, Rose Hips and Acerola Cherry.
Avoid "ascorbic acid" supplements, as these do not contain the entire Vitamin
complex and have been shown to cause health complications in large amounts.
To learn about the top 10 foods that clean the arteries and prevent heart attacks,
click on this video here.
I wish you great health, wealth and happiness.