If by “blood clot management” you mean reducing the risk of harmful blood clots, no fruit can dissolve an existing clot or replace prescribed anticoagulant treatment. Some fruits do, however, provide nutrients and plant compounds associated with cardiovascular health.
8 fruits worth including in a balanced diet
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Berries — strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries provide polyphenols and fiber.
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Oranges and other citrus fruits — rich in vitamin C and flavonoids.
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Grapes — contain polyphenols such as resveratrol.
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Pomegranates — provide antioxidant polyphenols.
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Apples — a useful source of fiber and flavonoids.
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Avocado — technically a fruit and provides monounsaturated fat and potassium.
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Kiwi — provides vitamin C, fiber, and other plant compounds.
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Tomatoes — botanically a fruit and a source of lycopene and potassium.
An important medication warning
If you take warfarin or another blood thinner, don’t dramatically change your diet or start concentrated fruit/herbal products without discussing it with your clinician. In particular, grapefruit can interact with several medications, although the interaction depends on the specific drug.
And if you think you already have a blood clot—for example, one-sided leg swelling/pain or sudden chest pain and shortness of breath—don’t try to treat it with food. Seek medical attention urgently.
