10 Drinks that Fix Poor Circulation

poor circulation can impact your health in numerous ways from cold hands and feet to more serious issues like blood pressure and heart irregularities fortunately certain drinks can significantly boost blood flow naturally in today's video you'll discover 10 of the best drinks to promote better circulation reduce inflammation and broadly support heart health as well as drinks that also boost your immunity some that reduce cancer risk and fantastic replacements for soda and juice first up we have ginger tea ginger has long been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and circulatory benefits compounds in ginger promote vasod

dilation helping blood vessels expand enhancing blood flow throughout the body this mechanism also balances blood pressure improving overall cardiovascular health plus research shows that Ginger may also give a slight boost to fat burning and of course Ginger is known for improving digestive problems boosting immunity and fighting bacterial infections we've got another drink which protects against infections coming up to make ginger tea simply grate fresh ginger root and steep it in boiling water for 10 minutes a French coffee press is great for this you may also like to add a squeeze of lemon and apple cider

vinegar which are both going to help keep your blood sugar in check while ginger tea has numerous benefits for circulation it's important not to overc consume it especially if you have heart conditions or are on blood thinning medication additionally drinking ginger tea too close to bedtime May disrupt your sleep at number nine we have cranberry juice cranberries are particularly effective at fighting bacterial infections especially against ecoli the key to cranberry's infection fighting power lies in their unique mix of proanthocyanins these proanthocyanins have specific anti-adhesion properties that's why cranberries are so effective in preventing urinary tract

infections essentially they stop bacteria from sticking to the walls of the urinary tract in the same way they also inhibit bacteria in your mouth and stomach Ling ultimately reducing infections and inflammation thus keeping your blood healthy and flowing properly next we have one that can boost athletic performance and blood flow at number eight we have beetroot juice beetroot juice is rich in nitrates compounds that your body converts into nitric oxide nitric oxide dilates blood vessels improving blood flow athletes like like Olympic gold medalist mof Fara use beetroot juice as a natural performance enhancer multiple studies

show improvements for athletic performance largely due to better oxygen delivery the whole purpose of blood circulation in fact research by Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis found that beatroot increased muscle power up to 6% interestingly researchers found this effect is greater in Everyday People not professional athletes whose bodies are already optimized one study found that drinking 250 ml or 1 cup of beetroot juice for 4 weeks led to significant blood pressure improvements furthermore beetro contains betane which protects against liver disease of course you don't need to overdo beetroot and many people don't love

the taste if that's you add a little to a green smoothie along with the other ingredients we'll discuss in this video people who are prone to kidney stones should take care with beetroot and seek professional guidance from a doctor before increasing beetroot consumption that's because beetroot contains oxalates which can contribute to kidney stones if you're susceptible next we have hawthorn berry tea Hawthorne Berry is native to moderate climates in Europe and has long been used to improve heart function and circulation the tea has a slightly sweet and tart flavor similar to habiscus tea it's often

compared to a mix of apples and plums and can be enjoyed hot or cold the berries contain potent antioxidants that dilate blood vessels and improve coronary blood flow in a 16we study consuming Hawthorne daily led to significant Improv improvements in hypertension compared to a placebo group other research suggests Hawthorne Berry tea may also improve the heart's pumping power and efficiency plus if you suffer from asthma studies suggest that Hawthorne Berry may help with that too because Hawthorne can lower blood pressure people taking blood pressure lower medications should be cautious as combining the two can lead

to excessively low blood pressure Consulting a doctor before using is advised or start with a small amount at number six green tea is a classic Health booster green tea is one of the most highly studied Foods on the planet it contains kakens powerful antioxidants which protect blood vessels against oxidation and relax smooth muscle cells in blood vessel walls thus improving blood flow and a whole lot more numerous Studies have shown how green tea reduces the risk of heart disease in multiple ways a standout 2006 study even found that smokers significantly benefited from drinking green tea

and one of the highest risk groups for poor circulation if you need to lose weight studies also show that green tea is associated with improved fat burning this is actually important for everyone because fat around the abdomen also known as visceral fat poses significant danger for your liver and pancreas and significantly impedes blood flow other research shows that green tea boosts brain function improves oral health and reduces cancer risk all in all green tea is an excellent daily drink is this useful please click like And subscribe if you haven't already and turn notifications on to

see new videos as we release them now you may have noticed so far that deep Reds tend to be very healthy and our next juice is no exception at number five we have pomegranate juice if you ever visit Greece you'll notice that pomegranate juice is a daily staple it's a major contributor to the success of the famous Mediterranean diet because pomegranate juice is excellent for your arteries and blood flow pomegranate juice is packed with polyphenols which improve artery flexibility reducing inflammation reducing plaques that cause heart attacks and improving blood flow one study founds that in

people with high blood pressure drinking pomegranate juice daily led to an average decrease of around 5% for systolic blood pressure other studies found that pomegranate juices showed an antioxidant Activity three times higher than those of red wine and green tea so if you can find pomegranate juice in your area give it a girl it's tart but has super benefits for your cardiovascular system plus it actually tastes delicious just avoid any type that contains added sugar freshly squeezed is the ultimate option at number four golden turmeric milk is an excellent bedtime wind down a classic Indian

drink it's made by warming your favorite milk and stirring in turmeric and other spices like cinnamon and Ginger turmeric is famous for its anti-inflammatory and circulation boosting properties its active compound cumin has been shown to relax blood vessels but more importantly turmeric significantly improves endothelial function this layer lines your blood vessels it protects them against oxidative stress from toxins preventing Artery damage and ensuring that blood flows smoothly add a little black pepper to your golden turmeric milk because studies show that black pepper significantly increases bioavailability of cumin in turmeric or add a little cayenne pepper

for a spicy touch and extra blood flow benefits we've got another fantastic milky bedtime drink coming up but first at number three we have gko boba tea gko Boba is a traditional Chinese herb known for its ability to improve circulation it reduces spasm in arteries and stabilizes capillary permeability allowing blood to flow more effectively to the arms and legs it improves micro circulation by opening up unused capillaries studies show it can also improve eye and brain health in fact one study found that taking Ginko baloba for 24 weeks significantly improved memory recall most Research indicates

that longer term use is required for noticeable improvements at least 22 weeks given the broad benefits gko Boba can be an excellent herbal addition to boost your health and improve blood flow naturally at number two hot cocoa Coco contains a rich array of bioactive compounds that Aid circulation flavonols in Coco are potent antioxidants which protect blood vessels like beetroot cocoa also stimulates the production of nitric oxide relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow make your hot cocoa with traditional milk or plant-based Alternatives like almond or hazelnut milk to level it up add a dash of

turmeric and a Sprinkle of cinnamon if you like start in a touch of cayenne pepper for a warming spicy hit all of these ingredients have been shown to improve blood circulation as well as other benefits like reducing artery plaques and at number one we have habiscus tea research shows that in general tea drinkers live longer the polyphenols and other unique compounds in tea have numerous benefits including for circulation but one of the most potent and in my opinion tastiest teas is habiscus tea in one trial hypertensive patients drank habiscus tea every day for 6 weeks

by the end of the trial they reduced their systolic blood pressure by an average of 7.2 mm of mercury a major Improvement other studies show similar benefits for blood pressure circulation and overall cardiovascular health just like Hawthorne Berry te it's got a fantastic tart flavor you wouldn't believe it doesn't have sugar it great hot or cold and pairs well with a squeeze of lemon try it instead of juice or mixed with a bubbly water instead of soda Beyond these drinks there are other nutrients that are extremely important for blood flow for more on that watch

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