Reducing Calcium in the Arteries

• 1). Take vitamin K. A study performed in 2007 by researchers at Maastricht University, The Netherlands, found that intake of vitamin K may help to reduce calcium in the arteries. Although the study was performed on test mice, researchers are stating that people should discuss vitamin K with their physicians.
  
  
• 2). Eat a healthy well-balanced diet, exercise regularly, and keep your weight under control. According to Merck.com, five servings of vegetables and fruit daily can decrease the risk of coronary artery disease. Foods that help to lower calcium and cholesterol can help to reverse the damage of the build up.
  
  
• 3). Discus statin therapy with your physician. Statin therapy has been practiced and is effective in people with high calcium and cholesterol levels. Statins are a class of drugs, which help to lower calcium and cholesterol levels.