Is There A Home Remedy For Clearing Partly Blocked Arteries?

Arteries are the elastic, tough tubes or blood vessels, which carry the blood from the heart, to the other different parts of the body. Hence these arteries are present all over the body. The further the arteries move away from the heart they divide into vessels that are smaller. The arteries in the human body could vary in size; they could be as thick as the thumb or could be as thin as a strand of hair. However, when there is a build up of plaque in the arteries, the flow of blood to the various parts of the body reduces to a great extent, which in turn affects the proper function of the body and could even lead to life-threatening conditions. There are certain factors that could lead to a blockage of the arteries in different parts of the body, such as the neck, brain, heart, stomach and the legs. Since this condition is quite a serious one, it is important to undergo appropriate treatment for blocked arteries as soon as possible. However, the doctor would be able to administer the right cure for blocked arteries only after determining the definite causes of the condition. The causes of the blocked arteries vary, based on which part of the body is affected.

When the arteries in different parts of the body get blocked, there could be two main reasons for that. The first one is atherosclerosis and the second is peripheral artery disease. However, in case of blocked arteries in the legs, the main cause is generally, deep vein thrombosis. When a person is affected by any of these conditions, the arteries lose their ability to supply an adequate amount of oxygen and blood to the various parts of the body, like the legs. When there is a blockage in the leg arteries, a person can suffer from severe cramps and recurring pain in the legs, which get more intense after walking and exercising. Ironically, this condition can also be seen in many people who have been bed ridden for a long period of time. In some people, the blocked arteries in the legs could be the result of an unhealthy diet, which is high in sugar or cholesterol. Leading a sedentary lifestyle is also a very common cause of the buildup of plaque in the arteries.

Blocked Arteries in the Legs

The symptoms for blocked arteries in the different parts of the body may vary, based on the part that is affected as well as the causes. The various symptoms of blocked leg arteries are:

• Severe pain and cramps in the legs, especially after walking or exercising
• Discomfort or weakness in the legs
• Heaviness and numbness, mainly in the calf
• Thickening of the toenails
• Painful ulcers
• Gangrene infection in the tissues of the feet and legs

How to Clear Blocked Arteries in the Legs?

As soon as the symptoms of blocked arteries in the legs become evident, it is important to consult a doctor to find out how to clear blocked arteries. Tests are usually conducted to check the levels of cholesterol and diabetes in the body, before the various treatment options are put forth. Medical options for blocked arteries include medication (ACE inhibitors, beta blockers and blood thinners) as well as surgical treatment like angioplasty or endarterectomy. However, doctors also advise patients to use natural remedies for clogged arteries, which include following a special diet and engaging in some form of physical exercise for at least 30 minutes or so each day. Some of the remedies for blocked arteries can help clear the blockage to a great extent.

Blocked Arteries in the Heart

In case of blocked arteries in the heart, the various symptoms that could be seen are:

• Change in the color and temperature of the skin
• Intense pain in the chest to angina pectoris
• Nausea
• A heart attack or cardiac arrest
• Sweating excessively
• Discomfort of pain in the chest area
• Difficulty in breathing, a choking sensation or shortness in breath

It is important to undergo treatment for blocked arteries in the heart or treatment for blocked arteries in legs as soon as possible, to reduce any major risks or complications. Hence, it is absolutely essential to consult a doctor and undergo a detailed examination for a proper diagnosis, as soon as any of the symptoms become evident.

For a thorough diagnosis, doctors usually need to analyze the patient's medical history and conduct a thorough check up, which generally involves an electrocardiogram, certain blood tests, an angiography and chest x-rays. Through the blood tests, the levels of cholesterol, thyroid and diabetes are evaluated in the body. As soon as it is confirmed that there is a blockage in the arteries of the heart, the doctor will start the treatment for blocked arteries in heart.

How to clear blocked arteries in the heart?

Clearing blocked arteries is possible, through the use of certain medication that is usually prescribed by a doctor. These include calcium channel blockers and nitrates as well as beta blockers. By increasing the levels of blood plasmin, thrombolytic drugs could be prescribed for dissolving blood clots in the arteries. Diuretics may also be used for reducing blood pressure and volume. Other medications prescribed for clearing the arteries are ACE inhibitors, vasodilators, statins and angiotensin-2. If the use of such medication does not prove to be very effective, then a doctor may also suggest surgical procedures like coronary artery bypass and angioplasty. However, in addition to medication and surgical options, most doctors recommend methods of clearing arteries naturally, by following a certain diet and making some lifestyle changes. Apart from eating artery clearing foods on a regular basis, most doctors recommend exercising and also the practice of stress reduction techniques on a regular basis. There are several home remedies for blocked arteries too, that may be advised by certain health caregivers.

answered by M W

A blockage of the arteries can be caused by a blood clot or the formation of plaque from high levels of cholesterol in the blood. Both of these conditions require intensive and sustained treatment to clear the blockage.

A blood clot forming in the arteries and veins is a condition called Thrombosis. An infamous variant of this disease is the frequent-flier syndrome of deep vein thrombosis that can happen to passengers on long-haul flights. Thrombosis is caused by the formation of a blood clot in the area due to factors like remaining sedentary for a long period of time, injury to a blood vessel that causes clotting, or the spontaneous coagulation of blood, the roots of which could lie in an autoimmune disorder. When a blood clot forms in a blood vessel, it can be dislodged after the requirement for clotting is over. Normally, the clot is then absorbed into the fibrous tissue of the vessel but in thrombosis, the blood clot breaks off, travels further, and blocks the artery or vein at a constricted point. This is a dangerous situation because the cells of the area that were supplied by the affected artery are then suffocated and starved of oxygen and nutrients. Eventually, the cells will die off. In conditions like Deep Vein Thrombosis or DVT, the broken clots can go on to affect organs like the lungs and heart. Resisting this condition requires keeping the blood moving by not remaining in a sedentary position for long periods and not allowing the blood to stagnate.

Cholesterol intake can also cause arterial blockages by constricting the blood vessels of the heart with the build up of plaque. The situation is caused by excessive amounts of cholesterol in the blood, which the cells of the body do not require. The macrophages of the body then absorb this cholesterol as it is bound to Low Density Lipoproteins or LDL. Absorbing this LDL causes the macrophages to swell up and form a plaque-like formation on the walls of the arteries of the heart, which if allowed to build-up even further will cause a heart attack. Preventing this condition requires regular exercise and activity, in order to increase the levels of High Density Lipoproteins, which carry excess cholesterol to the liver for recycling or excretion. Phytosterols that are available from plants, nuts and plant oils are a good measure to reduce the amount of cholesterol in the blood and quickly solve the problem.

answered by G M

Home Cure for Blocked Arteries

There are many effective remedies and cures for blocked arteries. Following are some of the most beneficial cure that can help you clear the blocked arteries:

• Changes in lifestyle can help you clear your blocked arteries. By lifestyle change I mean, giving up oily, junk and processed foods.
• Regular physical exercises also help in treating blocked arteries.
• Consuming garlic on a daily basis will help in clearing arteries, improving circulatory system and casting out toxic waste from the blood.
• Mince two to three cloves of garlic and put in a glass filled with orange juice. Consume the mixture for curing blocked arteries.
• Rutin is a compound found in various plants. This compound is beneficial for absorbing Vitamin C in the body, strengthening capillaries, hardening artery walls and treating blocked arteries.
• Mixture of apple cider vinegar and garlic is also an effective cure for blocked arteries.
• Saturating lemon peel in water overnight and consume the mixture at least thrice a day for strengthening arteries and treating blocked arteries.
• Honey is also useful for treating blocked arteries.
• You can try drinking a glass of carrot juice daily. This will help to improve blood circulation and will prevent blockage in the arteries.
• Combination of honey and lemon juice can also work wonders in treating blocked arteries.

answered by J