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Blood, as the internal environment of the body, is the connecting element that carries information about the state of absolutely all organs and tissues, ensuring their well-coordinated work. If failures occur in this system, this is evidence of general trouble and approaching diseases. First of all, they are manifested by thickening of the blood, which underlies all further pathological changes. Therefore, it is so important to maintain coagulation homeostasis at a stable level.
Juices for blood thinning
Drinking juices significantly reduces blood viscosity. Various fruit and vegetable juices are ideal for these purposes. Their positive effect on the coagulation system is due to the high content of vitamins and microelements responsible for the balance between the coagulation and anticoagulation systems. In addition, water, which is found in a significant amount in any juice, even the most concentrated, replenishes the lack of fluid in the body. Daily consumption of one glass of fruit juice is sufficient for positive changes in the hemostasis system.
As for specific types of juice, they can be very diverse, containing components of one or more fruits. It is desirable that they were not canned, but freshly squeezed.
Reduces blood clotting very well against the background of the systematic intake of orange, cranberry, lemon, carrot, apple, peach, pineapple, pomegranate, banana-strawberry, currant and various other types of juice.
Separately, it is worth mentioning the exceptional benefits of tomatoes and their pulp. This juice can be drunk in large quantities. In addition to the anticoagulant effect, it is an excellent antioxidant. The same effect is characteristic of fruits and berries from which juices are made: gooseberries, raspberries, blackberries.
Aspirin for blood thinning
The effect of aspirin on blood thinning proven a long time ago. Today, this drug belongs to the first aid for such dangerous diseases as heart muscle infarction and pulmonary embolism. Every heart patient should carry it with him along with nitroglycerin. It begins to act so quickly that, in case of emergency, a positive effect in terms of blood thinning can be recorded in a few minutes.
The mechanism of action of the drug lies in its antiplatelet abilities. This means that once in the bloodstream, it affects the blood cells responsible for triggering the formation of clots – platelets. The effect on blood coagulation factors has not been recorded. It is platelet hemostasis that is lightning-fast in the event of a violation of the integrity of the vascular wall, which is possible with a rupture of an atherosclerotic plaque. Thanks to the timely intake of aspirin, it will be significantly slowed down.
How to take aspirin? It all depends on the purpose of his appointment. They can be preventive and curative. In the first case, this is a systematic life-long or course administration of the drug. It is better if this is done before bedtime due to the increased risk of thrombosis at night. The standard dose is 75-150 milligrams of the substance. Increasing the dose does not improve the effect of blood thinning, but can provoke the development of complications. In the case of emergency medical indications for taking aspirin, its dose is similar to the prophylactic dose. But its increase to 300 mg is allowed. The tablet must be chewed and placed under the tongue for rapid absorption.
Harm of aspirin, as well as its benefits also take place. One of the most striking negative effects is irritation of the mucous membrane of the stomach and duodenum. It occurs quite often, especially if the recommendations for taking the drug are violated.
The remaining side effects are less relevant, since they do not cause serious deviations from the body.
Acetylsalicylic acid
Acetylsalicylic acid is the active ingredient in aspirin. Due to the pronounced side effects of pure acetylsalicylic acid, manifested by irritation of the stomach, its systematic intake in its pure form is not recommended.
The most popular drugs of this series today are:
Cardiomagnet;
Aspirin-cardio;
Lospirin;
Aspecard.
Features that are very important to observe when taking these drugs include:
Daily intake courses or constantly. Episodic application of the effect does not bring;
It is better to take drugs in the evening;
Before taking the drug should be a meal. To do this, it is enough to eat a small piece of bread;
Periodic control of blood coagulation, although this is not regulated by international protocols.
Apple vinegar
Many consider this product an indispensable assistant for maintaining health, systematically using it according to a proven scheme. It can be said for sure that it is difficult to harm the body with apple cider vinegar. Therefore, its use can be attributed to relatively safe measures. Many of its positive effects on the body have been recorded, one of which is a decrease in blood viscosity.
The mechanism of this action can be explained by its slightly acidic reaction caused by natural beneficial components. Their entry into the body contributes to the removal of toxic acidic compounds, which are replaced by the active components of apple cider vinegar. At the same time, metabolic acidosis in the blood is eliminated, which contributes to the acquisition of more fluid properties by it compared to the initial level. Naturally, to achieve such an effect, a systematic intake of a substance is necessary, which may well replace the daily use of tablets with the same effect.
The correct intake of apple cider vinegar should be carried out in the morning. This is a very important condition, since at this time the body is most able to dump oxidized products. The recipe for preparing an aqueous solution consists of a glass of warm water and two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar. One daily dose is sufficient. The duration of the course intake is from 2-3 months to a year with 10-15 day breaks every 2 months. The only contraindication is gastroduodenitis, peptic ulcer with increased acidity of the stomach.
Linseed oil
Another natural anti-thrombotic agent with many other positive effects. Its uniqueness is in its rare composition, which is represented by the majority of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). They are irreplaceable and must come only from the environment. There are not many products in the world that contain them. Linseed oil is one of them. The importance of PUFAs has recently been very often discussed by the public, in connection with which various preparations based on them have been created. But no chemical can compare in effect with natural compounds.
The positive properties of linseed oil in relation to blood clotting are due to the fact that it normalizes lipid metabolism. In this case, a decrease in the atherogenic properties of the blood occurs due to the inactivation of excess cholesterol particles and triglycerides. Blood is saturated with lipids, which help to maintain it in a liquid state, reducing the development of atherosclerosis and blood clots in the places of existing atherosclerotic plaques. As a result, the risk of developing a heart attack and ischemic stroke is reduced.
Proper intake of linseed oil should be carried out in this way. It is better if you drink one tablespoon of oil in the morning on an empty stomach. If this is not possible, it can be taken after meals. reception is strictly daily. You can take small breaks between courses. It is important to take into account contraindications, which include cholelithiasis and a tendency to diarrhea. For people suffering from constipation, the oil will not only be a blood thinner, but also an excellent laxative.
Does baking soda thin the blood?
This tool has been talked about more and more lately. However, research suggests that there may be a link between baking soda and blood clots in the body, as baking soda’s effect on pH balance prevents blood from clotting. Clinical data from patients treated with intravenous sodium bicarbonate supported these findings. [1].
In medical practice, a soda solution is used only for metabolic acidosis.
Blood thinning products
The most common foods that reduce blood viscosity include ginger, cranberries, garlic and lemon. Seafood, vegetables and fruits, fish, greens have a slightly weaker effect.
Ginger. The root of this plant has healing properties. It is used as a food seasoning mainly in powdered or raw form. It has a rich chemical composition, in which the most important place in terms of blood thinning belongs to natural antioxidants and lipids. For reception, you can make tea from half a teaspoon of grated ginger, which is infused in one liter of boiling water. This is the daily dose. Do not exceed it due to the high activity of ginger, which is contraindicated when taking most heart and blood-thinning drugs, severe liver and kidney damage, the presence of sources of bleeding, fever, and also in hot weather.
Cranberry. A wonderful berry with wonderful properties, one of which is the reduction of blood viscosity. The berries of this plant are mainly used, both fresh and dried. You can take whole fruits, or you can include them in juices, fruit drinks, infusions. It is acceptable to prepare teas and compotes containing only cranberries or its combination with other components. The only contraindication for taking is gastritis and gastric ulcer with high acidity due to the high content of acids in its composition.
Garlic. Refers to products with strong blood-thinning properties. It is used raw and as a seasoning for foods. The use of one clove of garlic per day has a very good anticoagulant effect. Contraindications for use may be gastritis, hemorrhoids, heart disease, pregnancy and lactation.
Lemon. One of the few products that has no contraindications for use. Lemon fruits have beneficial properties. At the same time, both its pulp and peel are active. Only the bones are toxic. You can take lemon in any form with the addition of honey, tea or plain water.
Cayenne pepper. He, red hot pepper – can greatly thin the blood due to the high level of salicylates. It can be crushed and added as a seasoning to food. Cayenne pepper can also lower blood pressure and improve circulation.
Medicinal herbs for blood thinning
Considering the issues of blood thinning, it is impossible not to mention medicinal plants. Many of them have similar properties, but the most active are white willow and sweet clover.
White willow bark for blood thinning. The anticoagulant effect of this plant is due to the presence in its composition of salicin, which is a precursor of salicylic acid. As you know, this chemical compound has good anticoagulant abilities. The difference between white willow salicin and its chemical counterpart is that it practically does not cause disturbances in the gastrointestinal system, and also does not provoke the development of bleeding. The combination of such properties with an excellent anti-inflammatory and antipyretic effect makes it possible to use it even in pediatric practice.
The method of application depends on the form of release. If these are tablets, then the recommended dosage for adults is 2-3 tablets (1 per dose). This is enough to maintain the blood in a normal state. In the case of the purchase of dried bark, tea is prepared from it. Side effects are extremely rare.
Clover. The leaves and flowers of this plant have medicinal properties. Along with healing properties, toxic ones are also inherent in it. Therefore, the intake of this plant should be agreed with the doctor. It is better to use the pharmacy forms of the plant, as there are a lot of subtleties in its collection and harvesting, which must be observed. Its blood-thinning effect is so strong that, when combined with certain plants, it can cause menstruation with prolonged amenorrhea.
It is best to prepare an infusion or tea from the crushed parts of a dry plant. To do this, you can insist a teaspoon of herbs in a glass of water cooled to room temperature for two hours. After straining, take 0,5 cup 2 times a day. To make tea, 30 grams of flowers or leaves are brewed in one liter of water. Contraindications occur with heavy menstruation, chronic hemorrhoids and other diseases with the threat of bleeding.
[Video] Dr. Evdokimenko, academician of the Academy of Medical Sciences of the Russian Federation, talks about 9 ways to thin the blood without drugs: