A lot of extra weight can put stress on your legs, making it harder for blood to flow. It is important to eat a balanced diet that helps you control your weight.
Maintain a Healthy Weight
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Eat a lot of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and lean proteins. This gives you important nutrients for heart health in general.
Consume a Balanced Diet
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It's important for blood flow to stay hydrated. To keep from getting dehydrated, which can make blood thicker and harder to pump, drink a lot of water throughout the day.
Hydrate
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Omega-3s, which can be found in flaxseeds, fatty fish like salmon, and mackerel, can help lower inflammation and make blood flow better.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
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There are chemicals in garlic that may help blood flow by making blood vessels relax and lowering blood pressure. Add garlic to the food you're cooking.
Garlic
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Curcumin is the active ingredient in turmeric. It can help blood flow by reducing inflammation. You could add turmeric to your food or take a curcumin supplement.
Turmeric
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By making blood vessels bigger, ginger may help improve blood flow. You can cook with fresh ginger or make ginger tea.
Ginger
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Oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and other citrus fruits are great sources of vitamin C, which helps keep blood vessels healthy.
Citrus Fruits
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Lots of nitrates can be found in foods like spinach, kale, and Swiss chard. Nitrates can help relax blood vessels and make circulation better.
Leafy Greens
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Almonds, walnuts, and chia seeds all have antioxidants and healthy fats that are good for your blood flow.
Nuts and Seeds
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Capsaicin, which is found in cayenne pepper, may help blood flow by making blood vessels bigger. Don't put too much of it in your food.
Cayenne Pepper
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There are a lot of antioxidants in blueberries, strawberries, and other berries that help keep cells healthy.
Berries
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Flavonoids, which are found in dark chocolate with 70% cocoa or more, may help the blood flow. You can enjoy it in moderation.