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Superfoods for a Spiffy Circulatory System
Circulation problems can be felt in a number of ways. Some symptoms
include fatigue due to poor circulatory function, which may bring
on other symptoms such as dizziness and fainting. The inability to
concentrate, coldness in the hands or feet, headaches, angina, and
high blood pressure are also other signs there could be problems
with the circulation system. There are nutritionally-dense foods we
can incorporate into our diets to ensure our circulatory system is
functioning at its best.
If your circulation is poor, it is vital that the vitamin C content
of the body is kept up, because it will help prevent hardening of
the arteries and arterial ballooning. Citrus fruits, red berries,
tomatoes, potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, red
and green bell peppers, cabbage, and spinach are all great vitamin
C foods sources, and it helps promote a healthy immune system and
is required to help make collagen, which holds cells together,
which is vital in maintaining the integrity and strength of the
arteries and veins.
Leafy green vegetables, almonds, hazelnuts, and vegetable oils like
sunflower, canola, and soybean are all great sources of
antioxidants, which are widely recognized for their ability to ward
off diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Other great sources
include broccoli, cabbage and kale.
Nuts are high in beneficial, unsaturated fatty acids and research
shows a correlation between nut consumption and a reduced incidence
of ischemic heart disease. Walnuts, pecans, and hazelnuts are very
high in these needed fatty acids.
Fish oils as in sardines and may help to improve or reverse
atherosclerosis, angina, heart attack, congestive heart failure,
arrhythmias, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease. Fish oils
help maintain the elasticity of artery walls, prevent blood
clotting, reduce blood pressure and stabilize heart rhythm.
Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects body tissue from damage
caused by unstable substances called free radicals. Free radicals
can harm cells, tissues, and organs can cause damage to the cell
walls of the vessels in the circulatory system. Vitamin E is also
important in the formation of red blood cells. Wheat germ, corn,
nuts, seeds, olives, spinach, and asparagus are all wonderful
vitamin E food sources.
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