4 proven recipes for cleansing blood vessels from cholesterol based on honey and cinnamon

Most of all vascular diseases are associated with an excess of low-density cholesterol in the blood. This substance is practically not broken down in the body (in very small amounts in the liver) and can accumulate in the blood, gradually settling on the walls of blood vessels.

Over time, this leads to the formation of atherosclerotic plaques and other, more dangerous, diseases of the cardiovascular system, including heart attack.

How to prevent all this? You just need to periodically clean the blood and blood vessels from cholesterol and other toxins. And the combination of honey and cinnamon helps in this, which Confirmed by research ( 1 , 2 ).

They are also included in the list 27 of the most heart-healthy foods . We will talk about this combination in this article.

Is cholesterol so dangerous?

The main purpose of cholesterol is the formation of intercellular membranes both in humans and animals. About 75% of all cholesterol is synthesized from fats and amino acids, the remaining 25% enter the body together with food from the outside.

However, it comes in two types – high and low density. The latter is called "harmful" everywhere, since it practically does not participate in metabolism, does not split into lipids, but at the same time can accumulate on the inner walls of blood vessels.

What happens if you don't get rid of accumulated cholesterol in a timely manner? It is the circulatory system that will suffer the most from this. And if we allow the formation of atherosclerotic plaques, then there is a risk of thrombosis . A blood clot, blocking the normal blood flow of a feeding vessel, can provoke a heart attack, stroke and even lead to death.

That is why it is necessary to get rid of harmful cholesterol.

And what are the early signs of high cholesterol in the blood? Doctors identify several key ones:

• Angina pectoris;
• Pain in the heart area (with minimal physical exertion or at rest);
• Leg pain, varicose veins (it is the circulatory system of the lower extremities that is most stressed with excess cholesterol);
• Frequent headaches;
• The appearance of noticeable xanthomas (very often on the face in the eyelid area);
• General weakness, increased fatigue (in the absence of obvious reasons for this).

And at what age is it recommended to clean blood vessels from cholesterol? For prevention purposes – from the age of 18. But, in fact, it is advisable to take a general blood test beforehand, as well as to determine the cholesterol norm. Its amount directly depends on a person's diet, as well as on physical activity.

Useful properties of the ingredients of the mixture

The main source of cholesterol is animal fats. The substances contained in cinnamon and honey help the body to break down complex lipids, as well as the same low-density cholesterol to derivative components (this process occurs in the liver), which helps to cleanse blood vessels.

The combination of cinnamon and honey strengthens the heart , which is also proven by scientists.

In addition, honey is one of the largest natural sources of mineral trace elements, and cinnamon, consisting mainly of essential oils and eugenol, is considered by many doctors to be the most useful of spices in terms of preventing cardiovascular diseases.

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is most often included in the diet when following diets aimed at weight loss, as it acts as a diuretic. And for the cardiovascular system, it has the following benefits:

1. Accelerates the elimination of toxins and excess potassium in the body. Indirectly, it reduces the level of low-density cholesterol (LDL), and also normalizes the salt balance.
2. Promotes weight loss. High cholesterol is often a consequence of obesity and an excess of animal fats in the body.
3. Strengthens the heart muscle. A combination of essential oils, eugenol and tannins contributes to this.

Doctors also claim that daily consumption of cinnamon significantly reduces the risk of heart attack, as well as eliminates inflammation in arthritis and helps in cleaning the arteries.

Honey

It is known that honey strengthens the heart muscle . Phosphorus and iron are necessary for the normal operation of the sinus node (it regulates the frequency and order of contraction of the chambers of the heart) of the heart muscle, Potassium and magnesium . All these elements are just contained in honey, which has a positive effect on the work of the entire cardiovascular system. Honey also contributes to:

1. Normalization of the balance of trace elements in the blood. This indirectly reduces the likelihood of thrombosis, atherosclerosis.
2. Enhancement of hemoglobin synthesis. It is worth noting that honey is one of the largest sources of iron. 100 grams of this product contains up to 0.4 milligrams of ferum (the daily norm is about 10 milligrams).
3. Comprehensive normalization of metabolism, including at the cellular level. This prevents the formation of atherosclerotic plaques in the vessels, and also improves kidney function.

By the way, honey also contains a large amount of tocopherol (aka vitamin E), which prevents platelets from oxidizing (it is because of them that plaques actively increase in size).

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4 simple and effective recipes based on them

Nutritionists recommend eating whole-grain bread sandwiches, honey and a small amount of grated cinnamon for breakfast. They say that this will be more than enough to normalize cholesterol levels in the blood, as well as weight loss. But there are plenty of other equally effective folk recipes based on the same ingredients. There are several of the best (judging by the reviews) of them.

1. Honey-cinnamon paste

This paste is one of the most delicious anti–cholesterol remedies. To prepare it, you will need a fairly powerful blender:

1. Mix 0.5 kilograms of warmed honey (up to 40-45 degrees, no more) with 150 grams of grated cinnamon;
2. If desired, add 100 grams of grated walnut (it is recommended to pre–dry it in the oven and pass it through a coffee grinder);
3. Mix the mixture thoroughly with a blender or in a food processor.

Keep the finished paste in the refrigerator for no more than 10 days (it oxidizes quickly enough and begins to taste bitter).

Take 1 teaspoon 2-3 times a day (pre-mixing the paste). The course of treatment should be at least 1 month.

This paste can also be used as a natural scrub (applied to the face for 25 minutes, constantly massaging it with your fingers).

We suggest you familiarize yourself with the video recipe:

2. A restorative drink

The simplest recipe for lowering cholesterol and strengthening the heart is an infusion of honey with cinnamon sticks. It is prepared like this:

1. Add 40 grams of cinnamon in tubes to 500 milliliters of honey;
2. Insist at room temperature for 5 days, stirring 2 times a day.

It is not necessary to filter, as the cinnamon will settle to the bottom (and subsequently it can be used to make a delicious syrup).

Such an "infusion" take 1 tablespoon 2 times a day , washed down with a small amount of water or tea without sugar. The course is at least 1 month (optimal – 3 months).

3. Infusion

This remedy is considered the best for weight loss and the withdrawal of "complex" fats, which indirectly normalizes cholesterol levels. It is prepared according to the following scheme:

1. Add 25 grams of cinnamon to 1 liter of boiled (necessarily) cooled water and mix thoroughly so that there are no lumps;
2. Put on low heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly;
3. Remove from the stove and let it brew until completely cooled;
4. Add 300-350 grams of honey to the finished mixture (you will get a syrup similar in consistency to sour cream).

Take 25 milliliters 3 times a day after meals (it is advisable not to drink or eat after that for at least 1.5 hours). The course of treatment is 2 weeks, followed by a break of 5 days.

4. A mixture of varicose veins with garlic

Garlic is extremely effective for cleansing blood vessels and has been used for this for a long time. This remedy is recommended for people with a tendency to varicose veins and frequent heart pain. It is prepared like this:

1. Steam 20 grams of cinnamon in 0.5 liters of water;
2. After the infusion has completely cooled, add 200 grams of honey (preferably light varieties, for example, from acacia);
3. Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 0.5 teaspoons of lemon zest (dry);
4. Add 2 grated garlic cloves (grated, not finely chopped).

Mix the whole mixture thoroughly until a small foam appears. Next, leave in the refrigerator for 5 days, stirring 1 time a day.

Take 1 tablespoon on an empty stomach and just before bedtime . The course of treatment is 3 weeks, followed by a break of 10 days. This remedy should not be used for gastritis.

Contraindications

Doctors recommend excluding a combination of a beekeeping product with cinnamon from the diet in the following cases:

• During pregnancy (especially in the first trimester);
• Allergy;
• Migraine (when a headache occurs at least 3 times a month).

In total, the ingredients discussed above are an excellent means for cleansing blood vessels, and most importantly, it is a very tasty combination. But you should not abuse cinnamon. The optimal dosage is no more than 0.5 teaspoons per day (in powder form). Its excess can provoke headache and inflammation of the gastric mucosa.