Blood supplies every cell of your body with water, nutrients, and life-giving oxygen. Without a constant blood supply it’s impossible for tissues to remain healthy. So, anything that interferes with blood flow will adversely affect the whole body and may even be life-threatening.
If blood thickens due to the clumping of red blood cells, a problem called agglutination, the ability of the blood to nourish the tissues and provide life-giving oxygen is seriously impaired. As circulation slows and…
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In traditional Chinese medicine, the liver is said to “build the blood.” A healthy liver is essential to healthy circulation for several reasons. First, the liver controls blood volume. It also builds components of the blood and helps to regulate blood fats and cholesterol. The liver also plays a large role in venous circulation.
Since the liver receives a large portion of its blood from the venous system, congestion in the liver can cause a build up of congestion in the inferior vena cava (a…
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When working to improve your circulation there a few different areas to focus on. If you have a lot of symptoms of circulatory problems, you should consult a competent health care provider for a proper diagnosis. Once you’re confident you know what’s happening, you can consider using some of the following natural approaches to improve your circulation.Preventing Blood Clots
Medical doctors commonly prescribe blood thinners to reduce the risk of clotting. These medications can have serious side…
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Remedies that enhance the flow of blood will take stress off the veins and help to promote healing. A good remedy to consider here is a blend of hawthorn, capsicum, and garlic. Hawthorn berries contain constituents that increase the pumping force of the heart muscle and boost cardiac output. In short, they reduce resistance to blood flow. They also contain constituents that improve vascular tone.
Capsicum is widely known for its ability to boost blood circulation throughout the body. This is especially…
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