Poor Circulation Remedies

Poor blood circulation may lead to serious health problems like diabetes, arthritis, angina and high blood pressure.

Most common signs of poor circulation are numbness in certain regions of the body and development of cramped muscles.

Poor blood circulation may be due to tobacco use, binge eating, lack of exercise or because of some other medical disorder.

Here are some easy ways of treating poor blood circulation.

Food Habits

Consume fluids that the body can absorb easily. Diuretics will help improve the circulation. Herbal teas like parsley and juices like orange are good food choices in this regard. Avoid oily and processed foods.

Quit smoking. Smoking contracts the arteries and it reduces the blood flow. Drink 10 to 12 glasses of water daily.

Natural Solutions

Rosemary, Zingiber officinalis and Gingko biloba are best known herbs for treating circulation problems. Aromatherapy, hot and cold bath, acupressure and hydrotherapy are equally beneficial to improve blood circulation.

Exercises that Help

Hamstring stretch, calf stretch, finger pulls and thigh stretch are able to improve the circulation considerably.

Finger pulls help in relieving stress from the fingers. Hold one finger using thumb and first finger of the other hand and pull it firmly. Repeat the process with each finger of the hand and then repeat with the same hand.

Calf stretch is done by sitting on the floor. Sit in such a position that the right leg is stretched in front of you and the left leg is held inwards. Place the left hand on the left knee. Use the right hand to hold the toes of the right feet. Repeat the procedure with the other leg.

To do hamstring stretch stand on the floor such that one leg is raised above the floor in a folded manner. Place the hands below the knee and pull the leg towards your chest. Repeat the procedure with another leg.

Those who have back ache problem should not try doing hamstring stretch.

For thigh stretch, stand on one leg and bend the other leg behind you. Hold the upper foot with your hand and pull it upwards towards the back. Holds for a few seconds then release the leg. Repeat the procedure with the second leg.