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health advisory Hospital Alternative Medicine 2007-11-16 3:11:18

I'm 26 and always have ice cold feet. How can I improve the circulation in my body.

Answer:

If the lack of activity is due to pain read The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook by Davies.

Adding Cayenne (capsules) to a good multivitamin like prenatal which a heart specialist recommends.

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Walking is the best way. to improve circulation. Any type of leg exercise like an excersize bike. arobics.

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1.Vitamin E enhances blood flow. Vitamin E may potentiate the effect of anticoagulant drugs, so if you are taking any blood thinning medicine, check with your doctor before starting this nutrient.

2.Magnesium, known for its many benefits to the cardiovascular system, dilates the tightened blood vessels. Magnesium is best taken with food. If diarrhea develops, cut the dose.

3.Inositol hexaniacinate is a relative of the B vitamin niacin that stimulates blood flow in the arms, fingers, legs, and toes. Though it improves circulation, this form of niacin does not cause the unwelcome flushing associated with regular niacin.

4.The herb ginkgo biloba is known for its ability to open the smallest blood vessels. Look for a version that is standardized to contain at least 24% flavone glycosides.

5.You can use evening primrose oil by itself or in combination with other supplements. An acceptable substitute is the less-expensive borage oil, which also contains GLA.