Some foods rich in vitamin C, water and antioxidants such as orange, pepper or garlic have properties that improve blood circulation, helping to decrease foot swelling and the feeling of cold hands, leg pains and fluid retention, which are frequent symptoms in those who have poor circulation, therefore, the consumption of these foods should be daily.
Adequate food can help relieve symptoms of poor circulation after 3 months of eating changes, but should not be the only form of treatment, especially if after that time the symptoms, such as bloating and respiratory tiredness, persist, as they may have cardiac and / or renal disease, and you should consult your doctor, cardiologist or vascular surgeon.
To know more about the treatment for poor circulation see: Treatment for poor circulation.
What to eat to improve circulation
Some examples of foods that increase blood circulation can be:
- Orange, lemon, kiwi, strawberry - because they are rich in vitamin C, which strengthens the wall of blood vessels.
- Salmon, tuna, sardines, chia seeds - because they are foods rich in omega 3, which makes the blood more fluid, facilitating circulation.
- Garlic, onion - because they are food with allicin, which is a substance that helps prevent clogging of blood vessels.
- Tomato, mango, Brazil nuts, almonds - these are antioxidant-rich foods that protect your blood vessels and keep them healthy. To know more about antioxidant foods see: Foods rich in antioxidants.
- Beet leaves, avocado, yogurt - because they are potassium-rich foods that help eliminate and regulate water in the body's cells by reducing swelling.
To use these foods in the day to day one can substitute the soft drinks for juices, the seasonings with sauces for garlic and olive oil or the meats for fish. In addition, it is very important to avoid foods high in salt and fat, such as sausages, fried foods, fatty cheeses or pre-prepared foods, for example, because they hinder the blood circulation.
5 Food Tips to Improve Blood Circulation
These 5 tips are simple ways to improve blood circulation with food:
- Drink orange juice and strawberry for breakfast.
- Eat fish such as salmon, tuna or sardines at dinner.
- Always use garlic and onion in cooked.
- Eat vegetables at lunch and dinner. They can be salads or cooked vegetables.
- Drink a glass of beet juice every day.
Another very important tip is to drink the carqueja tea throughout the day. To know more about this tea see: Tea to improve circulation.
It is poor circulation to cause symptoms such as tingling and numbness in the limbs, so see the 12 causes of tingling in the body and how to treat it.
