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4. Ginger

Ginger may help improve high blood pressure. Research suggests that ginger works in a few ways, decreasing the risk of heart conditions, for example, bringing down blood pressure, diminishing cholesterol, and preventing the formation of dangerous blood clots. Ginger helps reduce the level of "bad" LDL cholesterol by preventing plaque from developing on blood vessels. The multipurpose root is also a blood thinner, containing salicylates, the chemical in contributes this property to aspirin. Blood clots can stop adequate blood flow, and travel to the lungs, heart, brain, or other areas, increasing the risk of a stroke, heart attack, and lung or kidney damage.

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