Arteriosclerosis is a common condition which acts as a precursor of many other more serious and sometimes fatal diseases such as kidney failures, strokes, heart diseases, etc.Since the triggers of this condition are directly or indirectly related to diet and lifestyle, seeking the help of home remedies to cure as well as prevent arteriosclerosis seem appropriate to most patients nowadays. Here are some of the best home remedies for arteriosclerosis.
Home Remedies For Arteriosclerosis
Cayenne
This amazing home remedy for arteriosclerosis would stimulate blood circulation to the arteries. It also lowers LDL (bad cholesterol) that is associated closely with the occurrence of the disease. It increases heart output and also reduces any risk of clotting of blood. At the same time, cayenne increases resistance of the capillaries and strengthens the blood vessels in limbs – both factors being responsible for arteriosclerosis. It also boosts peripheral circulation and keeps both feet and hands warm.
Garlic
Garlic contains an active agent called ‘allicin’ which has extraordinary anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiviral properties. It significantly reduces (by as high as 20%) arterial plaque that contributes to the disease. At the same time, it prevents further formation of such plaque in the arteries. It not only reduces LDL and triglycerides (by up to 20%) but also increases the good cholesterol in the body i.e. HDL. It prevents oxidation of cells in the arteries thereby preventing any oxidative damage to them. Since garlic is a natural anticoagulant, it prevents fibrinolysis and dissolves potential clots.
Pineapple
Pineapple contains a natural proteolytic enzyme called bromelain that reduces the stickiness of the blood platelets thereby minimizing the risk of blood clotting. The bromelain enzyme is derived from the plant’s stem. Bromelain also reduces inflammatory response to irritation or injury to the arteries. Bromelain breaks down proteins obtained from meat and other such foods that are not easily digestible. Hence bromelain is known as digestive aid as it breaks down protein and prevents accumulation of fats thereby preventing risks of arteriosclerosis. Bromelain also boosts the immune system by improving the response of T-cells – the first line of defense in human body.
Turmeric
This age-old home remedy for various diseases contains curcumin that has natural antioxidant properties. Curcumin is primarily responsible for keeping arteriosclerosis at bay. The antioxidant properties of turmeric are 8 times higher to those of vitamin E (also known as antioxidant vitamin). Hence, turmeric prevents any kind of damage to walls of blood vessels. It strengthens blood vessels and improves blood circulation in the arteries. Besides, turmeric is also known for reducing cholesterol, formation of blood clots, serum lipids, etc. – all contributing towards onset of arteriosclerosis.
Ginger
This particular home remedy for arteriosclerosis thins down blood, lowers cholesterol (LDL) and decreases platelet aggregation. It also reduces blood pressure and prevents hardening of arteries. Besides, it has natural antioxidant properties that prevents arterial damage due to oxidation of cells or free radicals. It also contains proteolytic enzymes that prevent clotting of blood.
Green Tea
Known for its various health benefits, green tea is being increasingly recommended as a home remedy for arteriosclerosis. With natural antioxidant properties, green tea prevents cell damage in the arteries by free radicals. It also helps a great deal in lowering LDL (bad cholesterol) and increasing levels of HDL (good cholesterol). Green tea contains polyphenols that do not allow cholesterol from entering the intestine.
Parsley
Parsley is a great source of various essential minerals that help in reducing risk factors of arteriosclerosis. Parsley contains two major active agents – volatile oils and flavonoids. The volatile oils in parsley, primarily myristicin, prevents tumor formation by activating glutathione-S-transferase enzyme. This enzyme prevents the oxidized molecules from damaging the body by attaching glutathione to them. The flavonoids, on the other hand, are natural antioxidants that prevent the oxygen radicals from causing any oxidative damage to body. The flavonoids in parsley increase antioxidant capacity of blood. Besides, parsley contains vitamin C and beta-carotene. Both these nutrients are powerful antioxidants.
At the same time, beta-carotene content in parsley attacks the fat soluble parts thereby preventing hardening of arteries. In short, parsley restores health to the capillaries as well as arterial system. The best way to take parsley as a home remedy is to brew a teaspoonful of it into tea.
Beet Juice
It reduces fat deposits in arteries and prevents the disease. It also reduces LDL that contribute towards arterial damage and arteriosclerosis. Beet acts as a solvent for inorganic deposits of calcium. You can also eat raw beet as salad. The combination of beet and spinach in juices is widely recommended for treatment of arteriosclerosis.
Lemon
It contain an essential vitamin called vitamin p (better known as flavonoids) that strengthens the arteries. The flavonoids have amazing antioxidant properties that prevent damage from free radicals. The lemon peel is essentially beneficial when it comes to treatment of arteriosclerosis. Lemon peels give strength to arteries thereby ensuring uninterrupted blood flow to the vital organs. The best way to take lemon peels is to put them into your regular soups. You can eat raw lemons as salad.
Capsicum
Capsicum is a popular home remedy for arteriosclerosis because it contains vitamin C that has strong antioxidant properties. Hence, capsicum prevents free radicals from damaging the cells and cause diseases like arteriosclerosis. It strengthens pulse rate, purifies circulatory system, regulates blood pressure and controls heart rate. It also lowers LDL levels in the body.
Onion
This particular home remedy is a natural blood thinner and is effective in reducing risks of arteriosclerosis. Onions contain quercetin that has amazing antioxidant properties. Hence, onion has been found to be useful in reducing risk of heart-related disorders.
Papaya
The active agent in papaya is the enzyme papain that has numerous health benefits – one of them being prevention of arteriosclerosis. Papain plays an important role in transforming protein into Argenine – an essential amino acid. Argenine inhibits growth of destructive and cancerous cells – one of the reasons of arteriosclerosis disease. Also, the conversion of papain into argenine expels unwanted fats from the body thereby reducing the risk of heart related disorders. Papain also maintains alkaline-acid balance in the body thereby facilitating the digestive process. The kernels of papaya contains high amounts of vitamin C that also prevents the disease being a natural antioxidant.
