Signs and symptoms- Signs of poor circulation typically occur in the arms and legs. They include throbbing, stinging, tingling, cramps, pain, and swelling.
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Control your blood pressure - A high blood pressure can cause arteriosclerosis, a condition that hardens your arteries and can limit blood flow.
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Stay hydrated - Blood is about half water, so you need to stay hydrated to keep it moving. Aim for eight glasses a day.
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Stay away from tobacco - Nicotine harms the walls of your arteries and thickens your blood so much that it can’t get through and may well clot.
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Reduce intake of saturated fats - Saturated fats can largely be found in red meat, chicken, cheese, and other animal sources.
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Maintain a healthy weight - Maintaining a healthy weight helps promote good circulation and keeps arteries clear.
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Manage your stress - When the body experiences stress, blood vessels constrict, so learning to manage your stress is a vital way to improve your circulation.
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Cardiovascular exercise- Activities like jogging, cycling, and swimming get your blood pumping, make your heart stronger, lower your blood pressure, and improve circulation.
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Practice yoga - A low-impact alternative to cardio is yoga, as the bending, stretching, and twisting help to bring oxygen to your cells and send blood to your organs.
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Get low - Squats are a great way to get your blood pumping through the major muscles of your body.
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Get a massage - Not only can a massage help with stress, but it also helps improve circulation.
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Get those omega-3s - The omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty fish like salmon, tuna, mackerel, and sardines promote cardiovascular health and improve circulation.