12 Power Foods That Help Cleanse Arteries and Protect Aging Hearts

3. Turmeric: The Golden Spice

If you enjoy curry, your heart is already thanking you. Turmeric contains a powerful active compound known as curcumin, which gives the spice its golden color. Curcumin is a potent anti-inflammatory agent.

Chronic inflammation is a major cause of hardening of the arteries (arteriosclerosis). By reducing inflammation, turmeric helps prevent the damage to arterial walls that allows plaque to form in the first place. To get the most benefit, combine turmeric with black pepper, which helps your body absorb it much more effectively.

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