Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, author of Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease, explains the connection between what we eat and the function of endothelial cells lining our vascular system.
PART 1
https://youtu.be/5tX_HT0Ff5s
PART 2
https://youtu.be/Xg5zcy20AAI
Foods Rich in NITRATES:
- Beets
- Leafy greens (includes kale!)
- Lettuce
- Carrots
- Green beans
- Spinach
- Parsley
- Cabbage
- Radishes
- Celery
- Collard greens
- Etc.
Foods Rich in POLYPHENOLS (aids in nitric oxide production) :
- Fruit
- Garlic
- Berries
- Nuts
- Soy
- Chocolate (w/ no added fat)
- Red wine (resveratrol)
- Etc.