A natural way to relieve such a potentially dangerous condition is to use herbs that ease passage of blood by dilating arteries, by increasing oxygen supply to the blood, by providing free radical scavengers like natural Vitamin C and bioflavonoids, by stopping collagen degradation, and by improving the heartbeat and strength of all the blood vessels. There are many herbs that, among other benefits, can promote these improvements without any toxic side effects. Foremost is the Hawthorne berry, which contains significant amounts of vitamin C, B-complex, and bioflavonoids. The latter are water soluble, citrus-flavored compounds that give fruits and plants their beautiful deep red, blue, and purple colors. The natural form of bioflavonoids is easily assimilated by the body and, therefore, it is always wise to take vitamins in their natural form of vegetables, fruits, and herbs because of the powerful synergistic effect of these different phytonutrients.
Atherosclerosis is the build-up of fatty substances on the inside of the artery walls.
This condition causes strokes, coronary disease and high blood pressure. Research on animals has demonstrated that hawthorne flavanoids reduce harmful cholesterol. This is possibly due to the flavanoid s ability to strengthen the collagen matrix of the arteries. It is believed that a weakening of the collagen matrix of the arteries results in cholesterol deposits. Another important source of bioflavonoids is the blueberry, which contains a type of flavonoid called proanthocyanidin considered one of the most powerful class of antioxidants available.