Doctors are sounding the alarm: 5 foods that thicken the blood and raise blood pressure

Why are they harmful?

• Blood sugar spikes damage arterial walls

• Increase triglyceride levels

• Reduce the elasticity of blood vessels

Healthy alternative: wholemeal or rye bread — in moderation.

4. Sweetened yogurts and ready-made desserts:
They may look appealing, but they're packed with sugar, flavorings, and starch. Even labeled "natural," these ingredients can be a real fat trap. Sugar causes inflammation, and the fats in desserts promote cholesterol buildup.

Why are they harmful?

They simultaneously increase blood sugar and cholesterol

They worsen the composition of the blood

They increase inflammatory processes in the blood vessels

Healthy alternative: unsweetened homemade yogurt, berries, nuts, cottage cheese.

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