Lifestyle changes can help you prevent or slow the progression of atherosclerosis. Stop smoking. Smoking damages your arteries. Quitting smoking is the best thing you can do to keep your arteries healthy and prevent atherosclerosis complications.

Can arteriosclerosis be cured?

Lifestyle changes: You can slow or stop atherosclerosis by taking care of the risk factors. That means a healthy diet, exercise, and no smoking. These changes won't remove blockages, but they're proven to lower the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Can atherosclerosis be slowed down?

Because atherosclerosis takes decades to progress, the process can be slowed down at any point, reducing the risk.