Heart disease kills one person every 36 seconds in the United States and it is the number 1 disease n the world. According to CDC, one in every four deaths is due to cardiac disorders. About 805,000 Americans have a heart attack each year and 1 in 5 attacks happen without the victim being aware of it. Heart conditions can be caused by the formation of plaque inside the coronary arteries in the heart. This plaque is made of fat, calcium, cholesterol, and other substances, and can block the flow of blood inside the arteries, and may even lead to blood clots on several occasions. Plaque buildup can be risky and lead to strokes. This tells us that our overburdened hearts require more care, nourishment, antioxidants, good exercise and love, and less stress, anxiety, high blood pressure, sugar levels, and cholesterol. 

If heart blockages keep on increasing then one day that leads to heart attack, bypass surgery, angioplasty (stent) and many other medications. Through natural bypass and detox therapy, you can prevent and reverse heart blockages. One should remember to avoid five things – avoid nonveg food items, whole milk, nuts, too much oil use, void too much salt and sugars in your diet, and ice-creams but at the same time the simple lifestyle improvements help you avoid or even slow down the progression of heart diseases. Doing these simple things can go a long way in supporting a healthy heart - eating fresh fruits and vegetable, losing weight/maintaining a healthy weight by doing 35 minutes’ walk every day and 30 minutes Yoga, managing blood pressure, reducing blood sugar, controlling cholesterol, quitting smoking, reducing your stress and taking your recommended medications to avoid complications. These routines will keep the factors responsible for heart diseases under control. These routines will reverse heart blockages but very slowly.  However, some best foods and herbs definitely help the reversal process of heart blockage faster.

 

Living a heart-friendly lifestyle can prevent the onset of cardiovascular diseases among people, especially those who are genetically predisposed to heart diseases. A lifestyle like that will also keep risks to heart health at bay including high blood pressure, blood sugar, and obesity. Here are the best five foods that will nourish your heart and keep you healthy, active, and full of Prana or life force.

1)       Pomegranates are high in dietary fiber and antioxidants. Pomegranate juice reduced systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Pomegranate offers abundant benefits for the cardiovascular system by preventing damage to arterial walls, promoting healthy blood pressure levels, improving blood flow to the heart, and preventing or reversing atherosclerosis. Pomegranate may benefit people with diabetes and those at risk for the disease. Many studies have shown that prolonged pomegranate juice intake improves cardiovascular risk factors, slowing the progression of plaque build up on the arteries and enhancing immunity. The fruit's red color comes from plant pigments called polyphenols found in many plant-based foods that work as antioxidants in the body and help fight inflammation and aging.

2)       Arjun Chaal is most widely known as heart tonic because of its cardio protective properties. Arjun Ki Chaal powder has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries for its beneficial effect on heart function and cardiovascular health. Scientific studies have proven that Arjun Ki Chaal powder reduces the adverse impact on heart health that is caused by hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, coronary artery disease (CAD), and other cardiovascular disorders. It enhances cardiac function and reduces arterial blood pressure by as much as 25 percent. It is beneficial in treating high cholesterol levels. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities explain its ability to lower total blood cholesterol, bad cholesterol (LDL), and triglycerides. It also aids in the increase of good cholesterol. Due to its Kashaya (astringent) and Kapha reducing properties, it prevents the accumulation of excessive cholesterol. It assists in healthy weight loss for obese people. It has antioxidant properties, which increase the immunity power of the body, and prevents from falling ill frequently. Soak a piece of Arjun chaal in a glass of water in the night and drink the water in the morning with empty stomach after removing that Arjun chaal.

3)       Cinnamon is rich in antioxidants, fiber, calcium, and other beneficial compounds. Some research suggests that it may help you manage blood sugars, protect against heart disease, and reduce inflammation. Cinnamon could lower your triglycerides and your total cholesterol levels, which could help prevent heart disease. If you take supplements with at least 1.5 grams of cinnamon a day, or cinnamon tea it may lower your total cholesterol, LDL (or bad) cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood sugar if you have metabolic disease. It may also lower blood pressure if you consistently take it for 7 weeks.

4)       Garlic has long been associated with health benefits – from curing a cold to lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Garlic contains vitamins C and B6, manganese and selenium, but it has a chemical called allicin, a type of antioxidant, which is thought to be responsible for its positive effects. Some studies have shown that garlic and garlic supplements may have positive effects on heart health by preventing cell damage, regulating cholesterol and lowering blood pressure. Other research shows that garlic supplements may also reduce plaque buildup in the arteries. It is found that a high dose of garlic, say around four cloves a day had the same effect on lowering the blood pressure as medicines. Consumption of garlic in your regular diet can really have a good impact on your heart's health.

5)       Many studies suggests that curcumin may help protect against many steps in the heart disease process. Specifically, it helps improve the function of the endothelium or the lining of your blood vessels. Endothelial dysfunction is a major driver of heart disease. This is when your endothelium is unable to regulate blood pressure, blood clotting, and various other factors. Several other studies also suggest that curcumin can lead to improvements in heart health. In addition, curcumin can help reduce inflammation and oxidation (as discussed above), which can play a role in heart disease. Curcumin has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant effects and thereby, it may reduce cardiovascular complications.