While Van Houtven (1999) found that mixed waste collected at the kerbside fell by 50% following the introduction of a bag programme, most other studies report much smaller reductions (Nestor and Podolsky, 1998; Hong, 1999), with Hong even reporting that increases in the unit price had no significant impact on waste.
9 of 20. Broccoli. Broccoli is rich in vitamin K, which is needed for bone formation and helps to keep calcium from damaging the arteries, Dr. Schneider says. Not to mention, broccoli is full of fiber, and studies show a high-fiber diet can also help to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Research indicates that several natural substances inhibit platelet aggregation safely, thereby preventing the stickiness of the blood and reducing blood clotting, both contributing to thin blood. Read on for a list of foods that thin blood. 1  slide 1 of 8. Blood clots are an essential natural process in the human body. 2  slide 2 of 8. Fish The omega-3 fatty acid found in fish and fish oil exerts a mild influence on platelets, preventing them from sticking and reducing the ability of blood to clot. 3  slide 3 of 8.