What Causes Blood Clots?

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7. Diet and Lifestyle Changes to Ease Blood Clots

If you suffer from frequent clotting, you need to make some diet and lifestyle adjustments to improve the condition. Be sure to talk to your healthcare provider on the best ways to make the correct life style changes for you. Some healthy changes may actually interfere with blood thinning medications or put you at risk for dislodging clots.

You could ask you provider about some of these common diet and exercise changes that some have found helpful: For starters, drink more water because dehydration is one of the common causes of having thick blood. Some sources suggest red wine (in moderation), grape juices, kiwis, and virgin olive oil to decrease the risk of blood clots. In addition to these foods, garlic, cinnamon, turmeric, and cayenne peppers may be considered natural blood-thinners. Also, cut out animal fats because they are bad for your cardiovascular system; however, some nutrition experts debate this fact. You also need to exercise on a regular basis. Physical activity is one of the best ways to improve your general health, especially the health of your cardiovascular system.