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Green Tea
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Green Tea thins the Blood and Helps Prevent Blood ClotsGreen tea catechins help thin the blood and prevent the formation of blood clots by preventing the formation of pro-inflammatory compounds derived from omega-6 fatty acids, which are found in meats and polyunsaturated vegetable oils such as corn, safflower and soy oil. |
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These pro-inflammatory compounds-specifically, arachidonic acid from which the inflammatory cytokines thromboxane A2 and prostaglandin D2 are derived-cause platelets to clump together. DO NOT use green tea without first talking to your doctor IF you have a bleeding or blood clotting disorder or if you take a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin).
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