How To Improve Blood Circulation
Roberto Beiro
Heart problems and diabetes are just two conditions which come with problems in circulation. These dangerous and debilitating conditions are so prevalent, that if you don't have either, it's a sure bet you know someone who does. Every one of us would do well to improve blood circulation on an ongoing basis, as a preventative measure. If your health requires that you improve blood circulation, you'll also want to take a look at these simple steps to better circulation.
Regular exercise is essential. Although your doctor has doubtless counselled you on this, do you get out and actually do it? Many people intend to get exercise, but if you're older or just not into an active lifestyle, old habits die hard. It's easy to give it a shot and then gradually taper off.
You've got to choose an activity that's doable, given your current health, and also enjoyable to you on a regular basis. For example, aerobics are in line with a heart or diabetes patient's limitations. If you like walking, set aside regular days and times for this activity. Regular exercise not only improves circulation, but also helps lower blood pressure.
There are many herbs available that can have a significant effect on you blood circulation. These include hawthorne berries, rosmary (to stabilize blood pressure, cayenne pepper (tones blood vessels) and Garlic (lowers colesterol). I recommend checking with your GP on what is suitable for you.
You can do much with your diet to indirectly improve blood circulation as a result of improving other body functions.
Be sure to get a good source of vitamin E as it is essential in improving circualtion. Patients with both diabetes and heart conditions can be deficient in this vitamin, but can remedy this by adding nuts, or avocados to their diet, as these are a great source. It is also an antioxidant, that can help maintain levels of other vitamins like A and D.
Vitamins B6, cholin and inositol are of the vitamin B family, and are important in maintaining low cholesterol levels. Keeping levels low definaltely improves circulation as we as maintaining healthy blood vessels.
A study was done in the 50's that proves that diet with a good balance of these vitamins reduced likelyhood of heart attacks and diabetes, and for those who had the illinesses significantly reduce the medication required to control them. Patients also reported having more energy.
You can see that you can improve blood circulation with simple dietary changes and gain extra benefit from your exercise program. Consult your physician regarding the use of supplements and stay with your exercise!
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