Circulation is the process by which the heart pumps blood around the body. This is vital for health, because as the blood circulates, it distributes oxygen and nutrients to the cells, while eliminating waste, the specialized health medium specifies. Medical News Today.
To have good circulation it is important to change habits that may affect that process. It is key, for example, to stop smoking, reduce the intake of saturated fats and try not to sit or stand for long periods.
On the other hand, good circulation helps the body stay healthy, and poor circulation can trigger a number of conditions known as vascular diseases.
Most circulatory problems are associated with varicose veins, however, other symptoms can also occur.
These symptoms include: fatigue, dizziness, headache, cold hands and feet, leg pain, muscle cramps, irregular heartbeat, hair loss and dry skin, numbness or tingling in parts of the body, among others .
Vascular conditions occur when people have lost elasticity in their veins and they lack the strength to properly transport the liquid. That is how, Due to the force of gravity, this liquid accumulates in some areas of the body, causing discomfort.
To prevent the aforementioned, a variety of methods have been created that promote good circulation and, in this way, the body stays away from these painful pathologies. In fact, the specialized portal better with healthgave some Tips to improve circulation in the legs:
1. Muscle stimulation
A publication from the Saber Vivir TV portal indicates that by activating the leg muscles, they perform a massage on the veins that contributes to venous return and good circulation. To perform the exercise, the person lies on their back with their legs bent. The knees are brought up, raising the pelvis. The buttocks are squeezed and the legs are kept strong and the feet well supported. This position is held for five seconds, lowered slowly and repeated three times.
2. Relieve heavy legs
Lying on your back, the knees are flexed to form a 90º angle. The tip of the right foot is brought to the ground, keeping the other leg stable. It touches the ground and goes up once more. Then repeat with the other leg. It is important to ensure that the back does not arch when lowered to the ground. It can be repeated several times.
3. Eating red foods
The color of food is decisive for its nutritional composition. Those red in color have a large amount of antioxidants, which prevents the onset of some diseases.. Some recommended foods are watermelon, cherry, tomato, etc.
4. Walk, jump, go up and down
The movement is ideal for improving circulation. Daily exercise is not enough if, in the rest of the day, you are sedentary. The best is, while you can, avoid the elevatorwalk to work if it is close or ride a bicycle, among other activities that can be carried out in daily life.
5. Drink water at all hours
The benefits of water for the body’s health are diverse. One of them is the positive effects it has on the heart. According to the Colombian Ministry of Health, this liquid contributes to the proper functioning of the heart, since it “helps regulate blood pressure and blood circulation”.
