British experts have compiled a list of five drinks, most effectively protects against heart disease.
Water
When the body has insufficient water, the blood thickens, causing the heart has to exert significantly more effort in order to deliver it to all corners of the body. As a result, in some times jumps the risk of coronary heart disease and all other diseases of the cardiovascular system.
Green tea
Like black, it is rich in antioxidants which protect against inflammation, prevent the formation of free radicals, protects from cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Antioxidants also exist in black tea, however green they are much more effective that has been proven in a number of studies in recent years.
Red wine
Red wine contains lots of cardioprotective compounds. This resveratrol and polyphenols, which lower cholesterol levels in the blood and prevent blood clots. Also there is strong evidence that regular consumption of red wine in small quantities helps to increase the level of so-called good cholesterol that protects our blood vessels and heart from damage.
Pomegranate juice
Until recently, pomegranate juice was not represented in this list, however, researchers from California examined its antioxidant potential. The result was that it is three times higher than green tea and red wine. In addition, pomegranate juice has a calming effect, lowers blood pressure and improves overall blood circulation.
Coffee
Despite claims about the dangers of coffee, it is a product that saves lives. According to several studies, the risk of heart attack and stroke is reduced by 20% -40% with regular use of this drink.
