Foods To Increase Blood Flow And Circulation
Food
By Atharv Sharma
Published Feb 27, 2023
Hindustan Times
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Pomegranate
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Pomegranates are notably rich in antioxidants called polyphenols and nitrates, which have the ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow
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Onion
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Flavonoid antioxidants found in onions help your arteries and veins dilate as blood flow increases, boosting circulation
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Garlic
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The sulphur compounds found in garlic, which include allicin, help relax your blood vessels and improve blood flow while lowering blood pressure
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Beetroot
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Beets contain a lot of nitrates, which your body uses to make nitric oxide. Nitric oxide relaxes blood vessels, boosting blood flow to muscle tissues
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Tomato
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Tomatoes can aid in reducing angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) activity, which constricts blood vessels to regulate blood pressure