foods that clog arteries
Fried chicken. Photo Credit sittitap/iStock/Getty Images. Many foods high in saturated fat can contribute to atherosclerosis, or the clogging of arteries. These include such foods as whole-fat dairy products, butter, margarine, fatty meats, poultry skins, desserts and snack foods. The trans fat found in some processed foods is a culprit as well.
There are some studies that suggest that certain foods may help in fighting clogged arteries. One such study suggests that pomegranate juice may prevent and slow the clogging of arteries. Keep in mind, however, that this study and many like it have not been proven yet.