Arteriosclerosis is a disease that affects the arterial blood vessel. Arteriosclerosis may be one of the most easily preventable diseases of modern times in the 40 to 70 age group.
Coronary Arteriosclerosis is the blockage and narrowing of the blood vessels and is commonly referred to as hardening of the arties. The loss of elastically and narrowing of the arties can lead to high blood pressure and if left untreated, increases the chance of a stroke and heart attack.
Research is showing that lowering cholesterol and triglycerides in ones blood will lower the chance of coronary arteriosclerosis. Over the counter treatment is usually the first method of treatment, such as stopping smoking and regular exercise.
As well, Vitamin C has show to reduce cholesterol levels and lowers high blood pressure.
Vitamin E has been shown to help circulation and promote normal blood clotting. Vitamin E is also known to help the red blood cells to live longer and keep them from breaking down too soon.
Pantothenic Acid is a form of nontoxic B vitamins. Pantothenic Acid is critical in metabolism and use of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
Niacin is the closest thing available to a perfect treatment for Arteriosclerosis. It corrects most causes of coronary heart disease. Niacin helps to block the release of fatty acids from fat cells.
Policosanol is a natural supplement derived from sugar cane. Policosanol promotes normal cholesterol levels in the human body.
Natural antioxidants can be found in fruits and vegetables such as, apples, blueberries, broccoli, cherries, cranberries, grapes and spinach,. Anti-oxidants also aid in the reduction of Arteriosclerosis.
Arteriosclerosis is also increasingly being treated with low-dose aspirin.
Always consult your doctor before using this information.