Treatment

• Those who are at risk of developing atherosclerosis will likely be told by their doctor to change their lifestyle and maintain a healthy weight. In some cases treatment may include medication or surgery.
  
  Lifestyle Changes- The changes will focus on weight management, physical activity and a healthy diet. Your doctor may recommend eating foods high in soluble fiber and limiting your intake of saturated fats, sodium and alcohol.

Medication - The doctor may prescribe medications to prevent the buildup of plaque or to help prevent blood clots (anteplatelets). Other medications such as statins may be prescribed to lower cholesterol, and Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors to lower blood pressure.

Surgery - Severe cases of atherosclerosis may be treated by surgical procedures, such as angioplasty or coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG).