arteries are the blood vessels that transport oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the
body our cells rely on oxygen for survival which means that our arteries serve a very important
purpose but sometimes our diet and lifestyle choices can cause arteries to become clogged which
increases the likelihood of a heart attack or stroke not to mention there is also one critical
molecule that many people lack when it comes to arterial blood flow and it's known as nitric oxide
nitric oxide is a natural vasodilator that helps blood flow more freely through the
arteries so that oxygen can be transported to the major organs and tissues of the body
the good news is there are certain foods that can boost nitric oxide levels naturally and work to
cleanse your arteries and keep oxygenated blood flowing as it should to all of the cells of the
body and that is exactly what we are going to talk about in this video be sure to watch until
the end because there are a few that i think will surprise you so if you're ready let's get into it
just a quick reminder we are not doctors this video is for informational purposes only
the first item that we need to discuss is camellia sinensis or more commonly known as green tea
studies found that those who drink green tea regularly tend to have a healthier cardiovascular
system than those who don't green tea is loaded with polyphenols which researchers
believe to offer multiple health benefits of course including your heart and blood vessels
one study found that those who drink green tea were 20 less likely to experience heart
disease or have a stroke they were also 22 percent less likely to pass away from heart
related conditions thanks to the blood flow strengthening benefits that it can provide
beets are another healthy superfood known for boosting nitric oxide levels researchers have
found a link between consuming nitrates and a lower risk of dying from heart related problems
thankfully beets are loaded with nitrates which is why they're so popular amongst competitive
athletes around the world when you eat beets your body transforms their properties into nitric oxide
which helps the arteries widen so that oxygenated blood can flow more freely however when your blood
vessels become inflamed it can cause a decrease in the amount of nitric oxide that your body produces
eating foods that are loaded with dietary nitrates light beets can offset these negative effects
that are caused by inflammation next we need to talk about turmeric it's a bright yellow spice
that is often found in indian cuisine it wasn't until recently that medical experts discovered
its positive health benefits turmeric contains antioxidants that work to prevent fatty deposits
from developing in your arteries it contains anti-inflammatory properties as well that work
to prevent the arteries from hardening over time the next food on our list is walnuts
in general whenever you eat a meal that is high in fat content it puts your arteries
in a state of shock over time this causes them to stiffen and become more hearted
one study found that if you eat walnuts along with a meal that is high in fat it results in effects
that are much less severe in general you should strive to limit saturated fat consumption however
you can consider adding walnuts to your diet in order to mitigate some of the negative effects
we also need to tell you about the benefits of cinnamon it contains antioxidant and
anti-inflammatory properties that are responsible for improving cholesterol
and blood pressure levels a study found that eating one half teaspoon of cinnamon per day can
decrease your blood sugar triglycerides and ldl cholesterol levels by doing so it can strengthen
blood flow and keep your arteries and circulatory system functioning properly next up is flaxseed
flax seeds are one of the most popular superfoods because they offer several health benefits for the
human body they're great for your arteries because their components work to decrease cholesterol
levels which can lower blood pressure and decrease the likelihood of a blood clot forming fish is
another healthy food that we need to discuss that is because fish is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids
studies found that the components of omega-3s work to decrease the manifestation of cellular adhesion
this means that they can decrease the buildup of plaque that occurs in the arteries and when you
decrease plaque buildup it strengthens blood flow and can lower your risk of other heart
related problems as well another superfood that can help increase blood flow is ginger ginger is
a flowering plant that is widely used not only for cooking but also for medicinal purposes around the
world it has been used to treat nausea help with weight loss treat chronic indigestion and fight
infections what most people don't realize is that it can benefit the cardiovascular system as well
ginger has bioactive components and antioxidants that reduce oxidative damage due to stress studies
found that it can lower blood sugar levels which reduces heart disease risk factors in people with
type 2 diabetes it has also been shown to lower cholesterol levels
which is linked to a lower risk of heart disease the next food on our list is beans
beans are rich in fiber and are known for being a heart-healthy food
like other foods that we've mentioned beans also work to decrease plaque buildup as well
several studies have shown that eating beans can decrease the amount of bad cholesterol in the body
not to mention they have been shown to lower blood pressure levels which is great for strengthening
blood flow in your arteries throughout the entire body and we couldn't have made this video without
mentioning garlic unfortunately heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the world
hypertension or high blood pressure is one of the primary risk factors that causes these types
of cardiovascular impairments studies found that the components found in garlic can actually lower
blood pressure levels when consumed daily for up to six months garlic has also been shown to lower
blood cholesterol levels as well which reduces the risk factors of cardiovascular diseases
next up on our list is citrus fruit not only is citrus fruit very tasty it also contains vitamins
minerals and antioxidants that may provide benefits for the cardiovascular system as well
one of the primary constituents that i need to mention is
flavonoids because they work to decrease inflammation and free radicals in the blood
they help decrease plant buildup while lowering cholesterol and this is likely why eating citrus
fruits is linked to a lower risk of a stroke and other heart problems the next item on our list
often surprises people and it is cayenne pepper that's correct most people are unaware of the
amazing health benefits that cayenne pepper has to offer one component in particular that we need
to point out is capsaicin it's known for having vasodilator effects which can lower blood pressure
levels researchers believe that it also reduces ldl cholesterol levels which is the bad type of
cholesterol that is known for causing blockages in the arteries this explains why cayenne pepper
consumption is believed to strengthen blood flow and reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke
and one of my personal favorites is none other than dark chocolate surprisingly dark chocolate is
loaded with several nutrients that can positively affect your overall health to be more specific
studies found that the flavonoids in cocoa can increase nitric oxide levels as we've mentioned
throughout this video this can strengthen arterial blood flow promote heart health and protect the
cells in your body from oxidative damage not to mention the properties found in dark chocolate
have been linked to reducing blood pressure levels as well real quick guys do me a huge favor and hit
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that is involved in many aspects of health when it comes to blood pressure and flow regulation
now by watching this video you know some of the healthiest foods that you can consider adding to
your diet as always to be safe be sure to speak with your doctor for medical advice and treatment
because they will know more about your individual condition we are not doctors in this video is for
informational purposes only and just a reminder we do have a full guide on this topic on our website
i'll drop a link to it right below this video down in the description thank you so much for
watching all the way to the end have a blessed day and as always breathe easy my friends
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