Many people have poor circulation. This isn’t something that should make you worried, but in case of a blocked artery, you’ll have to do something quickly.
In this article, we’re going to discuss about some of the signs and symptoms that you’ll need to look out for.
If you’ve seen them in you or someone you know, visit a doctor and demand some tests.
Poor health can also be shown by poor circulation and it is usually manifested through diabetes or decreased blood pressure.
These are also some things that can cause blood circulation:
- Smoking
- Fast food
- Obesity
- Sitting too much
Circulation that will be good is very important because:
Our organs need a healthy blood flow with nutrients that will help your body work well. In case you notice this process is slowed down, it can cause a great damage to your brain or heart.
If you feel constant fatigue, cramps or pain in the legs, make sure your doctor knows in order to perform tests for peripheral artery disease.
These symptoms are very common and doctors often can’t detect the disease, but it must be checked as it might lead to the appearance of numerous other more serious health problems.
What is PAD?
The disease appears when plaque is built up in the arteries. It is also called atherosclerosis. In time, the arteries are hardened or constricted which will choke your body. It mostly appears on your leg arteries.
Here are among the most common symptoms:
- Loss of leg hair
- Slower healing
- Numbness in legs
- Leg pain and cramping
- Shiny skin
As soon as you notice these symptoms, do something in order to prevent them.
- Prevention and Treatment
- Here are our 3 best suggestions:
- Increase your physical activity
- Eat more plants
- Quit smoking and stop drinking alcohol
- Include more garlic and ginger every day. You should also take more vitamin E
- present in Brazilian nuts, almonds and sunflower seeds.
Intake more selenium, antioxidants, vitamin C and E, but also beta-carotene. Buy more organic vegetables and fruits.