The SMASH Fish Diet - SMASH is the acronym for sardines, mackerel, anchovies, salmon, and herring. Cold water fish contain a high level of omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce the bad cholesterol, fight off inflammation and promotehealthy hearts.
Cayenne Pepper - Cayenne pepper contains the powerful anti-inflammatory property of capsaicin, which is used to prevent oxidation, chest congestion, thrombosis and other heart diseases.
Remedy:
Add 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to a cup of hot water. You can also mix a spoonful of the pepper into a cup of green tea, along with a bit of lemon juice and a squirt of honey.
Drink the concoction twice daily for a few weeks.
Dark Chocolate - Good quality dark chocolate contains more antioxidants than a handful of blueberries. The delicious treat is high in fiber, iron and magnesium, all essential components to prevent atherosclerosis. Skip the processed sugary chocolates on the supermarket shelves and stack up on the darker, healthier version instead.
Garlic - Garlic might very well be the grand champion of all natural remedies. Garlic improves blood circulation, strengthens the immune system, lowers LDL cholesterol levels and reduces the risk of heart attack.