We know that as people age, they are prone to various cardiovascular diseases, especially high blood pressure, high blood lipids, and high blood sugar are the most common. When a person’s blood lipids are consistently high, the blood in the body gradually becomes viscous. When there is an increase in waste and deposits in the blood, the occurrence of thrombosis can happen. Thrombosis poses a great risk to the body, as it travels through the bloodstream. If a clot blocks the heart, it can lead to a heart attack; if it blocks the brain, it can cause a stroke; and if it blocks limbs, it can result in paralysis. This poses a significant threat to one’s health and life, which everyone should not ignore. However, it is worth mentioning that nowadays, most people live a fast-paced lifestyle, leading to unhealthy habits in diet and sleep patterns, thus increasing the likelihood of thrombosis. This is one reason why the number of thrombosis patients in our country is increasing year by year and showing a trend towards a younger age group. For those who already have thrombosis, they must correct their unhealthy habits. Besides taking medication to maintain normal blood vessels, there are also many foods in daily life that can help prevent blood clots. Below, I will introduce some foods that are beneficial in combating thrombosis.
It is the “natural enemy” of thrombosis. Having a couple of bites regularly cleanses and prevents clotting, making blood vessels cleaner.
1. Green tea for cleansing blood vessels
We all know that China is a major tea-producing country, but only a few people adhere to the habit of regularly drinking tea. In fact, drinking green tea is very beneficial to the body. Research has shown that green tea contains abundant chlorophyll, tea polyphenols, vitamins, and other nutrients. Regular intake of these substances can help lower blood lipids, promote blood circulation, maintain cardiovascular health, and help prevent blood clots. In addition, drinking green tea regularly also has a slimming effect as described in the traditional Chinese medical book “Compendium of Materia Medica.”
2. Oats for cleansing blood vessels
Oats belong to the category of grains and are commonly consumed, especially by many women as a part of their weight-loss meals. However, individuals with cardiovascular diseases should also include oats in their diet as research shows that oats have a significant effect on lowering cholesterol levels, helping prevent and resist thrombosis.
3. Onions for cleansing blood vessels
Many people may not like the pungent taste of onions, but it is actually a beneficial ingredient for cardiovascular health. Research has found that onions contain a high amount of prostaglandin A, which effectively thins the blood, thereby reducing blood lipids and clearing blood clots.
