These 11 products promote improved circulation: Feel free to add them to your diet
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Blood flowing through the vessels supplies nutrients and oxygen to every cell and organ, from the heart and brain to muscles and skin. Therefore, optimal circulation is crucially important. It can be improved with specific foods, combined with physical exercise, adequate water intake, weight management, and quitting smoking.
Ukrainian nutritionist Oleh Shvets explains exactly which foods should be consumed to improve circulation.
List of foods to improve circulation
Cayenne pepper contains a compound called capsaicin, which helps improve artery function by relaxing the muscles of blood vessels and promoting free blood circulation without increasing arterial pressure.
Beets contain nitric oxide compounds that the body converts into nitric oxide. This naturally helps relax blood vessels and improve blood flow to tissues and organs, lowering systolic arterial pressure.
Berries contain antioxidants, including anthocyanin, which protect artery walls from damage and promote elasticity. They also stimulate the release of nitric oxide, which lowers arterial pressure.
Oily fish such as salmon and mackerel contain Omega-3 fatty acids, which promote healthy blood circulation and reduce arterial pressure.
Pomegranates contain antioxidants and nitric oxide compounds that support healthy blood circulation and lower arterial pressure, especially beneficial for active individuals.
Garlic contains allicin, which helps relax blood vessels and supports healthy blood pressure.
Walnuts are rich in alpha-linolenic acid, which improves the elasticity of blood vessels and lowers arterial pressure.
Grapes:
Research shows that antioxidants found in grapes promote the relaxation of blood vessels and improve their efficiency. Additionally, compounds found in grapes inhibit inflammatory processes and other molecules in the blood that can cause stickiness and hinder normal blood flow.
Turmeric:
The golden-yellow spice turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, primarily due to curcumin. Studies confirm that this compound increases the production of nitric oxide, which widens blood vessels and enhances blood flow to muscles and other tissues.
Spinach:
Foods rich in nitric oxide compounds, such as spinach, contribute to improved blood circulation. These substances dilate blood vessels, ensuring better blood flow. Research also shows that regular consumption of spinach helps maintain artery flexibility and lowers arterial pressure.
Citrus fruits:
Vitamin C is not the only reason to include citrus fruits in your diet. Antioxidants present in these fruits reduce inflammation, prevent clot formation, and improve blood circulation. Studies confirm that regular consumption of orange juice lowers arterial pressure.
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