5 foods that can reverse blocked arteries: Dr. Bimal Chhajer

With an increasing number of cardiac deaths and cardiovascular ailments in the country, people are gradually moving towards adapting a healthy lifestyle. But is it that easy to reverse or fix heart health, especially in terms of blocked arteries? Here’s what renowned Cardiologist Dr. Bimal Chhajer shares about ways of reducing plaquing up of arteries and preventing cardiovascular ailments by adapting some changes in lifestyle as well as including a few common foods that may help in preventing cardiovascular ailments and heart attacks.

According to Dr. Bimal Chhajer’s Instagram post“Plaquing up of arteries can eventually lead to heart attacks or cardiac ailments were traditionally treated only by performing bypass operations known as Angioplasty. However, over the years the narrative has changed and experts are now suggesting detox therapy and natural ways to combat as well as reverse cardiac ailments and prevent heart attacks.”

As per Dr. Chhajer, it is possible to prevent as well as reverse cardiovascular ailments and blockages by adapting some healthy and sustainable measures, which includes discarding several foods, inclusion of exercise and yoga. Apart from that, Dr. Chhajer also suggests five common foods that work towards reducing the blockage of arteries. Here’s all you need to follow to reverse heart ailments.

Atherosclerosis is a condition in which the arteries turn thick and obstruct the flow of blood to the heart, which eventually leads to cardiac ailments and heart attacks. As per Dr. Bimal, "The first and foremost way towards reversal should be discarding certain foods that are high in fats and may raise LDL cholesterol levels such as oil, non-veg, dry fruits and nuts."

He further recommends moving towards a healthy lifestyle, which includes 30 minutes of yoga and 35 minutes of brisk walk on a regular basis. Apart from that, he suggests that stress is one of the main catalysts of cardiovascular ailments; Thus it is essential to keep a check on stress levels and identify new ways to reduce stress for a healthy heart. Here are a few foods that work wonders for reversing blockages in arteries

Consuming tea or detox water or Kadha made with Arjuna bark and its extracts can naturally help in reversing cardiovascular ailments by strengthening the heart muscles and reducing cholesterol levels and fixing blockage in arteries.This is due to its strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which helps in reducing the level of bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides. Thus, it helps improve the level of good cholesterol, which is essential for a healthy heart.

Drinking or eating pomegranate, its juice, tea or smoothie can also work towards boosting heart health. This is because of its rich antioxidants properties that work towards improving artery function and reducing plaque buildup, which helps in reversal of arterial blockages.

Cinnamon may help in lowering blood pressure and reduce cholesterol levels. This is due to the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of cinnamon that help in reducing blockage of arteries.

Both garlic and turmeric possess anti-inflammatory and anti-atherosclerotic properties, which help in prevention as well as reversal of arterial blockages by promoting heart health and improving blood circulation naturally. These spices can be added to soups, stews, tea or salads.