The Top 7 Artery Cleansing Foods to Clear Plaque

Salmon & Olive Oil

David Jockers emphasizes the importance of nutrient-rich diets, highlighting wild-caught salmon as a top choice for heart health. Salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids and astaxanthin, which are crucial for reducing inflammation and maintaining clean arteries. Jockers explains that these nutrients help salmon produce energy efficiently, allowing them to swim upstream with remarkable strength 1.

Wild-caught salmon is rich in omega-3s and astaxanthin, which help reduce inflammation and keep your arteries clean.

--- David Jockers

Extra virgin olive oil is another heart-healthy food, rich in oleocanthals that reduce inflammation and support cardiovascular health. Jockers recommends choosing fresh-pressed olive oil for maximum benefits 1.

   

Pomegranates & Berries

Pomegranates and strawberries are highlighted for their heart health benefits, thanks to their rich antioxidant content. David Jockers notes that these fruits contain oligotannins and anthocyanins, which help reduce arterial plaque and support cardiovascular function 2. Pomegranates, in particular, are praised for their ability to reduce platelet sticking and improve heart health.

If you look at a pomegranate, you open it up, it looks like a heart chamber. And in nature we say like supports like.

--- David Jockers

Strawberries, resembling the shape of a heart, are also rich in antioxidants that have an anti-atherosclerotic effect, making them a valuable addition to a heart-healthy diet 3.

   

Grass-Fed Beef

Grass-fed beef and organ meats, particularly the heart, are celebrated for their high coenzyme Q10 content, essential for cardiac energy production. David Jockers explains that coenzyme Q10 is a powerful antioxidant that supports energy production and cardiovascular health 4. Including grass-fed heart in your diet can provide specific compounds that benefit heart function.

Grass-fed heart is really rich in coenzyme Q10, which is this powerful antioxidant that we produce in all the cells of our body.

--- David Jockers

Jockers also advises against overcooking meat to avoid inflammatory compounds, suggesting pairing it with antioxidant-rich foods like berries to enhance its artery-clearing effects 2.

   

Olive Oil Benefits

Extra virgin olive oil is a standout in David Jockers's list of artery-cleansing foods due to its high oleocanthal content. This compound is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and ability to improve metabolic function, earning it the nickname "nature's ibuprofen" 1. Jockers stresses the importance of selecting fresh-pressed olive oil to ensure maximum oleocanthal content.

The nutrient-dense thing in that salad is actually the olive oil.

--- David Jockers

He explains that the oleocanthal content diminishes over time, so choosing high-quality, fresh olive oil is crucial for reaping its full health benefits 1.