Treating Poor Blood Circulation Effectively

Blood circulation can leave hands and feet feeling cold, numb, and in pain.

But what exactly is it? And more importantly, treating poor blood circulation effectively.

What is Poor Blood Circulation?

Blood circulation is considered to be impaired when there is a restricted blood flow to one or more of the following: legs, hands, fingers, feet, and toes.

This can be caused by a blockage in the blood vessels due to fatty substances like plaque which stick to the interior walls of the blood vessels. This obstructs the normal blood flow tempo thus impairing blood circulation.
Other factors that could be the cause of poor blood circulation are nerve signals and chemical substances (such as nicotine) in the blood.

Poor blood circulation can be the cause of a variety of health issues namely:

Hypertension (High blood pressure levels)
Stroke
Perforated arteries
Cardiovascular disease (heart disease)
Kidney damage
Burning sensation in the feet

Causes of poor Blood Circulation

Problems with blood circulation can be caused by lifestyle factors and/or some medical conditions.

Lifestyle factors that can contribute to blood circulation problems:

Smoking of tobacco products
Consuming alcohol
Consuming too much caffeine
Poor dietary habits such as irregular eating patterns and eating unhealthy food sorts.
Inadequate exercise
Being in unusual positions such as the squat position (for work or other reasons).

Medical Problems which can cause blood circulation problems:

Diabetes
HIGH Blood Pressure
HIGH Cholesterol
Obesity
Heart Disease
Blood vessel illness
Hardening of the blood vessels
Nerve and Thyroid gland complications
Asthma
Bronchitis
Pregnancy
Eating Disorders
Food Allergies

Effects of poor blood circulation on the body

All bodily substances crucial to life is transported through the body via the bloodstream. For this reason, chronically impaired blood circulation can have negative effects on the entire body, such as:

The brain –

Poor blood flow to the brain can result in fatigue, feeling light-headed, loss of memory and unexplained headaches.

The heart –

It is affected to such an extent that even the slightest form of exercise results in shortness of breath. If left untreated, it can result in heart failure and heart attacks.

The liver –

Loss of appetite, unexplained weight loss and change in skin color are notable symptoms of impaired blood circulation to the liver.

The kidneys –

Swelling in the hands, feet, and ankles is usually a sign that the kidneys are not functioning well.

The limbs –

Cramps and numbness are experienced in the limbs due to the blood not circulating properly.

Symptoms of poor blood circulation

Changes in skin temperature (like cold hands or feet)
Itching, particularly in the legs and feet
Dizziness
Muscle cramps
Numbness in the hands, feet, and toes
Swelling in the feet, legs or fingers
Sores and blisters on the legs and feet
Changes in the skin color (ranges from pale blue or red, this is a sign of too little oxygen)
Cramps in the legs, glutes, and feet during physical activities
Slow-healing sores
Abnormal heartbeat
Memory lapses
Shortage of stamina

Treating Poor Blood Circulation

It can be treated in a natural way through different methods.

Lifestyle changes:
A wholesome and balanced diet plan,
Low fat
High in fiber (like Manna Low GI eating plans)
Eliminate alcohol completely
Avoid coffee
Don’t drink soft drinks
Steer clear of foods that are high in sugar and fat
Make sure to get plenty of aerobic exercise such as jogging, walking, cycling, swimming or even just going for a medium-paced walk. This causes the blood to be pumped through the veins at a higher tempo and so doing overcomes obstructions in the veins.
Drink plenty of water (about 2 litres per day) which helps remove toxins from the body
Get a sufficient amount of sleep in order to repair body functions
Weight loss if necessary
Do not smoke

Food sorts that help improve blood circulation:

Fresh fruit and vegetables, especially oranges, which contain many bioflavonoids which strengthens the veins.
Nuts are rich in vitamin B3, which enhances the blood flow
Garlic promotes circulation

Natural supplements to improve blood circulation:

Manna Blood Circulation Support is made from a combination of ingredients that work together to give the best blood circulation boost possible. Let’s see what each of the ingredients do…