Green tea prevents blood clots
The food industry expert of Yazd University of Medical Sciences stated that green tea is the best alternative to coffee: Scientific studies show that green tea can reduce some risk factors for heart disease such as high blood pressure and blood clots.
Ali Akbar Kamali Ardakani emphasized on reducing coffee drinking: Beverages and foods containing caffeine, such as coffee, can cause a sudden rise in blood pressure.
He added: Caffeine increases blood pressure by narrowing blood vessels and preventing the secretion of the hormone adenosine (a hormone that causes blood vessels to dilate and open). It can also stimulate the adrenal glands to release more cortisol and adrenaline into the bloodstream, which in turn raises blood pressure.
Green tea is the best alternative to coffee, he said. Scientific studies show that green tea can reduce some of the risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood pressure and blood clots.
The food industry expert advised: to have normal blood pressure, you should consume foods such as salt, caffeine, white flour and products made from this type of flour, such as lavash bread, alcohol, high-fat fried foods, nicotine, sugar and sugars. Minimizes canned foods, essential oils and additive colors.