In response, your body sends LDL cholesterol to these areas like a sort of biological bandage. However, if the underlying causes aren’t addressed, the arteries continue to deteriorate. Over time, plaque forms—a hardened mix of scar tissue (fibrin), calcium, cholesterol, and other debris.
This plaque hardens like bone, narrowing the arteries even more and obstructing blood flow. If a major coronary artery becomes completely blocked, it can lead to a heart attack—and even death.
Other warning signs include pain or swelling on the left side of the body, such as the left shoulder or arm. You may also find it harder to breathe, especially while walking, because your arteries aren’t delivering enough oxygen.
In some people, there are no symptoms at all. Plaque can silently build up for decades before causing a major blockage. If left untreated, it can thicken and greatly increase your risk of heart attacks, strokes, blood clots, or even death.
6 Vitamins That Can Help Clear Your Arteries
In this section, we’ll cover six vitamins that may help clear your arteries and improve blood flow. You’ll also learn simple lifestyle changes to address the root causes of arterial blockages. Continue reading…
