Do blood thinners help unclog arteries? Unpacking the misconception
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According to the American Heart Association, roughly half of all adults in the United States have at least one of the three major risk factors for cardiovascular disease. A common misconception, however, is that blood thinners can reverse the process of clogged arteries. In reality, these medications are designed to prevent new and existing clots from growing, not to dissolve the underlying fatty plaque that causes blockages.
