Circulation problems are common in the cold winter months, and although poor circulation affects the entire blood flow, it usually first manifests in the limbs.
Poor circulation, in most cases, comes as a result of weakened blood vessels and doing a sedentary job.
It may not signalize that you are having some serious health issues, but it definitely is a warning sign that you must change something in your lifestyle.
Poor circulation can be a very bothering issue. It can occur in all age groups: men, women and children. The extremities of the body are often one of the first spots where a person notices the circulation problem.
The problem actually affects the blood flow throughout the whole body, but here one feels ii most.
Weakened blood vessels and a constant sitting position are the main factors that contribute to poor circulation.
This situation does not require an immediate medical attention, but warns you that you have to make some changes in your routine.
Garlic is an amazing vegetable with an endless list of health benefits. It greatly improves blood circulation, reduces blood pressure and prevents blood platelet clump.
A study published in The Journal of Nutrition in 2006 found that garlic is extremely beneficial for cardiovascular health.
Moreover, it prevents the formation of plaque buildup in the arteries, thus reducing the risk of atherosclerosis.
It hydrates your entire body, stimulates digestion, and improves nutrient supply to the cells, so adequate water intake is essential for proper body function. Water also alleviates elimination of waste products and all kinds of toxins.
Drinking plenty of fresh and purified water daily helps to hydrate cells including the skin, and gives you a regular supply of minerals.
If you have been working out, you may need to increase your regular water intake. According to most nutritionists, an adult should drink between 1.5 and 2 liters of water a day.
Cayenne pepper contains an active ingredient called capsaicin, which stimulates blood flow throughout your body and organs.
Capsaicin also strengthens the walls of your arteries and capillaries. In addition, it alleviates symptoms linked to poor blood circulation, such as pain, headaches, cold feet and tingling sensations in the legs.
Blood circulation can be efficiently stimulated by the common kitchen staple- the ginger. The regular consumption of ginger prevents the formation of blood clots in the blood vessels, thus reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
This remarkable root contains gingerols and zingerone, which have a warming effect on the body, and consequently improves blood flow and prevents atherosclerosis.
Cinnamon and rosemary essential oils
Essential oils expand the capillaries and thus they alleviate blood flow to the surface of the skin.
These oils have a thermogenic effect on your body as a whole. However, note that you should read the instructions on the bottle before you start using the oils for massage.
Ginkgo biloba extract
Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) is one of the oldest living tree species. Today the standardized Ginkgo Biloba extract (24/6) made from ginkgo leaves is among the best-selling herbal medicinal products in the world.
Indeed, this extract is extremely efficient in improving blood flow through capillaries, especially in the brain, which makes it an amazing brain enhancer.
It is in fact an over-the-counter medication, which you can buy in pharmacies in the form of capsules or pills.
Horse chestnut seed extract
In Britain and Ireland, the seeds of the horse chestnut tree are used for the popular children’s game called conkers, so it is also called a conker tree. Horse chestnut tree seeds, especially those that are young and fresh, are slightly poisonous, containing alkaloid saponins and glucosides.
Although not dangerous to touch, they cause sickness when eaten. When consumed by horses, they can cause tremors and lack of coordination. Some mammals, notably deer, are able to break down the toxins and eat them safely.
Horse chestnut seed extract standardized to around 20% of its active ingredient called aescin (or escin) is used for its venotonic effect, vascular protection, anti-inflammatory and free radical scavenging properties. Primary indication for its use is chronic venous insufficiency.
A recent Cochrane review found the evidence which suggests that the Horse Chestnut Seed Extract is an efficacious and safe short-term treatment for chronic venous insufficiency, but definitive randomized controlled trials are required to confirm the efficacy.
Aescin reduces fluid leaks to surrounding tissue by reducing both the number and size of membrane pores in the veins, as well as present inflammation.
Fish oil is another healthy and natural way to get rid of your circulation problems. It can be of great help as it removes fat deposits off the arterial walls, which leads to restoring your good blood circulation.
Moreover, fish oil raises HDL or “good cholesterol” in the body. You can consume it by eating fish once a week, or you can take dietary supplements.
Fish oil is extremely effective when it comes to cleaning any fat off your blood vessels walls, which contributes to proper blood circulation.
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