Circulation
How to improve your circulation and prevent blood circulation problems.
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What is Circulation?
The term circulation is most commonly associated with blood circulation in the body. Circulation is responsible for the action that moves nutrients, gases and wastes to and from cells, and helps stabilize body temperature and pH to maintain harmony. Additionally, when circulation is compromised, oxygen does not reach all of the organs and our system can falter.
Circulation and the Body
Good circulation is very closely related to good health. Circulation also means the circulation of lymph in the body. The lymphatic system is an integral part of the immune system. Certain conditions and lifestyle habits can lead to poor circulation (such as diabetes, arthritis, obesity and lack of exercise to name a few) and similarly blood circulation problems can lead to many conditions and ailments.
Learning how to improve circulation will lower your chance of suffering a number of painful conditions such as boils, chilblains and hemorrhoids among others.
Conditions Caused by Poor Circulation
- Dark Circles Under the Eyes
- Cold Feet & Hands
- Itching
- Eye Problems
- Vertigo & Dizziness
- Muscle cramps
- Numbness
- Leg ulcers
- Boils
- Blood clots
- Carpal Tunnel
- Hemorrhoids
- Varicose veins
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Memory loss
Blood Circulation in Children
While adults are typically the most common age group to contend with most circulation issues, children can be affected by them, as well. Since the heart is the primary organ in the circulatory system, responsible for pulmonary and systemic functioning, babies born with complex congenital heart defects are especially prone to experiencing difficulties.
Whether or not temporary or corrective surgical interventions were performed for this condition, any defect in normal blood flow can have a significant impact on a child’s physical and mental development, from growth to behavioral and academic performance.
Help for Circulation
Following a healthy lifestyle is one of the best ways to promote and maintain circulatory health. As high cholesterol levels can lead to clogged arteries, plaque deposits and hypertension, eating a high fiber and low fat diet will help keep blood flowing. Getting regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight can help as well.
If you are having a hard time healing, experiencing blueness or pallor, or are experiencing hands and feet that are always cold even at a comfortable temperature, you may have blood circulation problems. You might also be wondering how to improve your circulation.
Tips for the Prevention of Poor Circulation
- Drink plenty of water, at least eight glasses a day for proper hydration
- Eat green, leafy vegetables, fruit, whole grains, legumes, fish and poultry in small portions
- Limit sugar, alcohol, protein, dairy products, salt, caffeine and refined white flour products such as pasta
- Exercise regularly
- Increase your intake of magnesium and vitamin B6 supplements
- Try massage therapy, which can also help promote circulation
- Products such as High-Rite™ may also provide help with blood pressure and cardiovascular health.
