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Hardening / Clogging of Arteries

41 foods in our reference help with Hardening / Clogging of Arteries.

Also covers Arteriosclerosis Atherosclerosis (Coronary Artery Disease)
Produce

An Avocado

Avocado is a creamy fruit commonly used fresh in salads, sandwiches, dips, and savory dishes. Although often treated like a vegetable in cooking, it is botanically a fruit.

Avocado provides monounsaturated fat, fiber, potassium, folate, vitamin K, vitamin E, and smaller amounts of vitamin C and B vitamins.

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Produce

Avocado Oil Cooking Spray

Avocado oil cooking spray is a spray form of refined or expeller-pressed avocado oil used for greasing pans and high-heat cooking. It is an oil product, not produce, so the import category appears incorrect.

Avocado oil is primarily composed of monounsaturated fat, especially oleic acid, and provides vitamin E in small amounts.

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Fruits

Bananas

Bananas are one of the most nutritional and healing fruits readily available today.

Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Potassium, Copper, Manganese, Amino acids
Fruits

Blackberries

Blackberries are nutritionally packed with vitamins C, E, A, and K, minerals magnesium, potassium, manganese, copper, and antioxidants such as ellagic acid.

Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Magnesium, Potassium, Manganese, Copper, Antioxidants, Ellagic acid
Vegetables

Broccoli

Broccoli is a nutrient rich vegetable that has several proven health benefits.

Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, B-complex vitamins, Calcium, Magnesium, Selenium, Zinc, Iron, Beta-carotene
Produce

Butterhead Lettuce Leave

Butterhead lettuce leaves are a tender, mild-flavored leafy vegetable commonly eaten raw in salads and wraps. They are low in calories and provide hydration and modest amounts of vitamins and minerals.

Butterhead lettuce provides vitamin K, folate, vitamin A carotenoids, and small amounts of vitamin C and potassium.

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Other

Canola Oil (Divided)

Canola oil is a refined cooking oil extracted from rapeseed varieties bred to be low in erucic acid. It has a neutral flavor and is commonly used for sautéing, baking, frying, and dressings.

Canola oil provides mostly monounsaturated fat, some polyunsaturated fat including alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and linoleic acid, and vitamin E.

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Teas

Chrysanthemum Tea

Chrysanthemum Tea is a remarkable healing drink that is rich in beta carotene, calcium, magnesium, and iron.

Calcium, Magnesium, Iron, Beta-carotene
Produce

Clove Garlic

Garlic cloves are the individual segments of the garlic bulb, a pungent allium vegetable commonly used in cooking. They provide flavor and small amounts of bioactive sulfur compounds associated with health benefits.

Garlic provides manganese, vitamin B6, vitamin C, selenium, and sulfur-containing compounds such as alliin and allicin precursors.

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Condiments

Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Cooking Spray

Extra-virgin olive oil cooking spray is a spray form of extra-virgin olive oil used to lightly coat pans or foods for cooking. It provides the same core fat profile as olive oil, though some products may include propellants or additives.

It is primarily a source of monounsaturated fat, especially oleic acid, and small amounts of vitamin E and antioxidant polyphenols.

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Seeds

Ground Nut Oil

Ground nut oil is another name for peanut oil, a plant-derived cooking oil pressed from peanuts. It has a mild flavor and a relatively high smoke point, making it common for frying and sautéing.

Peanut oil is composed mostly of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and provides vitamin E, with small amounts of phytosterols.

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Fruits

Kiwi

Kiwi fruit is exceptionally high in vitamin C, in fact it contains even more vitamin C than an orange.

Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Magnesium, Potassium, Iron, Sodium, Flavonoids, Antioxidants
Fruit

Large Grape

A large grape is a sweet, juicy fruit commonly eaten fresh and available in red, green, or black varieties. Grapes provide water, natural sugars, and antioxidant polyphenols.

Grapes provide vitamin K, vitamin C, copper, potassium, and various polyphenol antioxidants such as resveratrol and flavonoids.

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Fruits

Lemons

Lemons are a powerful healing fruit that contain phenomenal antibiotic, antiseptic, and anti-cancer properties.

Vitamin C, B-complex vitamins, Iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Silicon, Copper, Potassium
Other

Margarine

Margarine is a processed fat spread typically made from vegetable oils and water, often used as a butter substitute. Its composition varies widely, with some products containing mostly unsaturated fats and others including added salt, emulsifiers, and vitamins.

Margarine primarily provides fat, usually a mix of unsaturated and saturated fatty acids, and many products are fortified with vitamins A and D.

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Other

Margarine, 1 Stick (Or Butter)

Margarine is a processed spread made primarily from vegetable oils, while butter is a dairy fat made from churned cream. They are commonly used for spreading, cooking, and baking and differ notably in fat composition and ingredients.

Margarine provides mostly fat and may contain more unsaturated fats than butter, while butter provides saturated fat and small amounts of vitamins A and D; both are calorie-dense and some margarines contain sodium.

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Spices

Mustard Seeds

Mustard Seeds are a medicinal spice that have been used therapeutically for thousands of years.

Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin E, B-complex vitamins, Calcium, Iron, Selenium, Zinc, Antioxidants
Produce

Napa Cabbage Or Red Cabbage

Napa cabbage and red cabbage are leafy cruciferous vegetables commonly eaten raw or cooked. They are low in calories and provide fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and protective plant compounds.

They provide vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, fiber, and phytonutrients such as anthocyanins in red cabbage and glucosinolates in both types.

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Condiments

Olive

Olives are the small, oily fruit of the olive tree, commonly eaten cured or brined. They are valued for their monounsaturated fat content and savory flavor.

Olives provide monounsaturated fat, vitamin E, copper, and small amounts of fiber and antioxidant polyphenols such as oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol.

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Oils & Fats

Olive Oil (Divided)

Olive oil is a fat extracted from olives, commonly used in cooking and dressings. Extra-virgin varieties are minimally processed and retain more natural phenolic compounds than refined olive oils.

Olive oil is primarily a source of monounsaturated fat, especially oleic acid, and also provides vitamin E and vitamin K with small amounts of antioxidant polyphenols.

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Other

Olive Oil, Plus More For Drizzling

Olive oil is a fat extracted from olives and commonly used for cooking, dressings, and drizzling. Extra virgin olive oil is especially valued for its flavor and naturally occurring antioxidant compounds.

Olive oil is primarily composed of monounsaturated fat, especially oleic acid, and provides vitamin E and vitamin K with small amounts of antioxidant polyphenols.

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Vegetables

Onions

Onions have an amazing array of medicinal benefits and are high in vitamin C, folic acid, biotin, chromium, and calcium.

Vitamin C, Chromium, Calcium, Sulfur, Folate, Antioxidants
Nuts & Seeds

Pecans, Chopped

Chopped pecans are pieces of the edible nut from the pecan tree, commonly used in baking, salads, and toppings. They are energy-dense and rich in unsaturated fats with a mild, buttery flavor.

Pecans provide healthy unsaturated fats, fiber, manganese, copper, thiamin, magnesium, and vitamin E compounds.

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Herbs

Periwinkle

Periwinkle is a medicinal flower and herb that has been used for thousands of years due to its antibiotic, antibacterial, analgesic, and hypotensive properties.

Rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants
Vegetables

Potatoes

Potatoes are a nutritious, healthy food that are rich in vitamins A, C, and B-complex and minerals such as manganese, iron, magnesium, copper, and potassium.

Vitamin A, Vitamin C, B-complex vitamins, Vitamin B6, Manganese, Iron, Magnesium, Copper, Potassium, Antioxidants
Other

Rapeseed Oil

Rapeseed oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the seeds of the rapeseed plant; food-grade low-erucic-acid varieties are commonly sold as canola oil. It is widely used for cooking because of its mild flavor and relatively high smoke point.

Rapeseed oil is rich in monounsaturated fat, provides polyunsaturated fats including alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and linoleic acid, and contains vitamin E and vitamin K.

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Fruits

Raspberries

Raspberries are one of the top antioxidant fruits and are an essential food for optimum health.

Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, B-complex vitamins, Iron, Copper, Calcium, Magnesium, Antioxidants
Produce

Red Bell Pepper Or Halved Grape Tomatoe

This entry appears to combine two produce items: red bell pepper and halved grape tomato. Both are non-starchy vegetables commonly used raw or cooked and are rich in vitamin C and protective carotenoids.

Red bell pepper and grape tomato provide vitamin C, vitamin A precursors such as beta-carotene, potassium, folate, and antioxidants including lycopene in tomato.

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Herbs

Sage

Sage is a legendary herb well known for its phenomenal health promoting and disease preventing properties.

Antioxidants
Proteins

Skirt Steak

Skirt steak is a flavorful, thin cut of beef from the plate section, commonly used for grilling or searing. It is a rich source of complete protein and several essential minerals.

Skirt steak provides high-quality protein along with heme iron, vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, niacin, and vitamin B6.

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Oils & Fats

Sunflower Oil

Sunflower oil is a refined edible oil pressed from sunflower seeds and commonly used for cooking, frying, and processed foods. It is primarily a source of fat with little to no protein, carbohydrate, or fiber.

Sunflower oil is rich in polyunsaturated fat, especially linoleic acid, and provides vitamin E; high-oleic varieties contain more monounsaturated fat.

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Seeds

Sunflower Seeds

They are a rich source of easily digestible and assimilable protein which is essential for the repair of tissues, nerves, and cells.

Vitamin D, B-complex vitamins, Vitamin K, Vitamin E, Selenium, Magnesium, Zinc, Iron, Protein, Antioxidants
Spices

Unsalted Butter (1 Full Stick + 2 Tablespoons)

Unsalted butter is a dairy fat made by churning cream and removing most of the water and milk solids. It is commonly used in cooking and baking for richness, texture, and flavor.

Butter provides mostly fat, especially saturated fat, along with vitamin A and smaller amounts of vitamin E, vitamin K2, and trace amounts of calcium.

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Spices

Unsalted Pistachio Nut

Unsalted pistachios are edible tree nuts with a mildly sweet flavor and a firm texture. They are commonly eaten as a snack or used in savory and sweet dishes.

Pistachios provide protein, fiber, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, vitamin B6, thiamin, copper, phosphorus, potassium, and manganese.

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Other

Vegetable Oil

Vegetable oil is a broad term for refined oils extracted from plant sources such as soybean, corn, sunflower, canola, or safflower. It is commonly used for cooking and baking and is primarily a source of dietary fat.

Vegetable oil provides mostly fat, especially unsaturated fatty acids, and may contain vitamin E depending on the source oil and level of refining.

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Other

Vegetable Oil (Or Cooking Oil Of Choice)

Vegetable oil is a broad term for refined oils extracted from plant sources such as soybean, canola, corn, sunflower, or safflower. It is commonly used for sautéing, frying, baking, and food manufacturing.

Vegetable oils primarily provide fat, especially mono- and/or polyunsaturated fatty acids, and some types contain vitamin E and small amounts of vitamin K.

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Nuts

Walnut Piece

Walnut pieces are edible portions of walnuts, a tree nut commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to meals and baked goods. They have a rich, slightly bitter flavor and are valued for their healthy fat content.

Walnuts provide alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) omega-3 fat, polyunsaturated fats, fiber, manganese, copper, magnesium, and vitamin E compounds.

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Nuts

Walnuts

Walnuts are one of the most antioxidant rich foods and are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids which have anti-inflammatory properties and are known to help prevent strokes, diabetes, coronary artery disease.

Vitamin E, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Zinc, Calcium, Selenium, Antioxidants, Omega-3 fatty acids
Nuts & Seeds

Walnuts (Chopped, May Use Pecans Or Almonds)

Walnuts are tree nuts with a rich, slightly bitter flavor and a soft-crunchy texture. They are commonly eaten raw or roasted and used in baking, salads, and savory dishes.

Walnuts provide healthy polyunsaturated fats, including alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), along with fiber, protein, manganese, copper, magnesium, and vitamin E.

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Nuts

Walnuts Or Peanut

Walnuts and peanuts are both nutrient-dense edible seeds commonly grouped as nuts in cooking and meal planning. They provide plant protein, healthy fats, and fiber, though peanuts are legumes botanically.

They provide healthy unsaturated fats, protein, fiber, vitamin E, magnesium, folate, and other minerals; walnuts are especially rich in ALA omega-3 fats, while peanuts are notable for niacin and resveratrol.

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Vegetables

Zucchini

Zucchini is a highly alkaline food that is one of the mildest and easiest vegetables to digest.

Vitamin A, Vitamin C, B-complex vitamins, Iron, Zinc, Potassium, Manganese, Fiber, Antioxidants, Phytonutrients