How to improve your body's blood flow

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Blood circulation or blood transport is the process by which the heart pumps blood to the organs of the human body. Good blood circulation is very important for one's health.

1. The amount of blood in the body

The amount of blood in the body of a normal person is relatively stable and depends on many factors such as age, gender, weight.... The amount of blood is proportional to body weight and reaches 70-80 ml per kilogram of body weight. Blood volume is kept at a constant level thanks to a regulation mechanism that helps to balance the amount of blood produced by the bone marrow with the amount of blood lost daily. However, if a large amount of blood is lost due to an accident or due to a hematopoietic dysfunction of the bone marrow, it will make the blood balance in the body become unstable.
Blood volume is also directly related to body activities such as when you lose a lot of sweat during physical activity or when you lose water due to diarrhea, the amount of blood can be reduced by thickening. Cases of anemia caused by blood loss, bone marrow failure... can cause the amount of blood in the body to change depending on the condition of the disease. If more than a third of the total blood volume is lost, the body will enter into a state of serious dysfunction, causing hemorrhagic shock or even death.
In addition to blood volume, blood flow is also considered an important factor, affecting the normal function of tissues and organs in the body. Blood flow is regulated at a stable level by the heart, circulatory system and blood vessel system with a length of up to 100,000 km running throughout the body. Excessive blood flow can lead to increased pressure in the walls of the arteries, which is a risk factor for atherosclerosis as well as stroke. Blood flow that is too low can prevent tissues and organs from getting the oxygen and nutrients they need to function properly.

2. How to improve the body's blood flow

As mentioned above, blood flow also plays a very important role in the functioning of the body. When the limbs do not receive an adequate amount of blood they become numb, cold even pale, lifeless. Poor blood circulation can also lead to dry skin, brittle nails, hair loss, and take longer to heal wounds. For men, poor blood circulation is also the cause of erectile dysfunction.
It is for the above reasons that ensuring a steady blood flow is essential. So how to improve blood flow in the body?

2.1. No smoking

The main ingredient in cigarettes, including e-cigarettes or smokeless tobacco, is nicotine, a substance that has the potential to increase the risk of atherosclerosis. When the blood vessels are atherosclerotic, they narrow and cause blood flow in the body to decrease, not ensuring enough blood supply to tissues and organs. If you are a smoker, try applying some modern smoking cessation methods that have been proven effective to protect the health of yourself and those around you.

2.2. Regularly check your blood pressure

Blood pressure that is too high can cause atherosclerosis, which reduces blood flow. Always keep your blood pressure at 120/80 mmHg or slightly below to ensure a healthy cardiovascular system. It is advisable to check your blood pressure at least once a month in a medical facility or use a personal blood pressure monitor at home.

2.3. Drink a lot of water

Water makes up 50% of the composition of blood in the body. Therefore, providing enough water every day is a way to improve blood flow, especially those who are often physically active, lose a lot of sweat, lose water due to diarrhea....

2.4. Don't sit in one place for too long

Sitting in one place for too long causes the blood circulation especially in the legs and back to be affected, even potentially forming blood clots. Therefore, you should occasionally change positions or do some exercises in place to ensure the body's blood circulation is always guaranteed.

2.5. Yoga

Yoga is an exercise that includes many movements to help blood circulate to all parts of the body. When circulating, the blood carries oxygen to all the cells.

2.6. Planting a banana tree

One of the yoga poses can help blood from the lower body circulate to the heart and brain. Lie on the floor or an exercise mat, bring your shoulders close to the wall, bend your legs so that your feet touch the wall, and stretch your arms comfortably with your palms facing the ground.

2.7. Exercise regularly

When running, cycling, walking or swimming, the body will need to supply a larger amount of oxygen to the muscles. This improves the heart's ability to pump blood, strengthens the heart, and helps lower blood pressure. Regularly spending at least 30 hours exercising and exercising every day not only helps blood circulation be smooth, but also brings many other benefits to the body's health.

2.8. Exercises for round 3

Not only help women own a sexy body, butt exercises are also proven to increase the heart's pumping ability as well as reduce blood sugar and reduce back pain. The initial position is to have feet shoulder-width apart, hands on hips, and perform standing up and sitting movements.

2.9. Eat more plant-based foods and limit animal-based foods

There is nothing better for health than a sensible and balanced diet. Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables and limiting saturated fat in beef, chicken, cheese and other animal-based foods along with a low-salt diet will help your body maintain healthy levels. A reasonable weight, ensuring a healthy cardiovascular system thereby improving blood circulation.
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2.10. Use a brush

Using the brush not only with the hair but with the whole body while bathing both helps to remove dirt and has the effect of increasing blood circulation. Brushing along the legs, arms, abdomen as well as the lower back helps the blood vessels to relax thereby improving blood circulation.

2.11. Soak in warm water

Soaking in warm water is an effective way to increase the body's ability to circulate blood. Warm water dilates blood vessels thereby increasing blood flow to tissues and organs. Spending about 15 minutes soaking in warm water every day also helps relieve stress, bringing a feeling of refreshment.
Blood flow is one of the factors affecting each person's health. Both increased or decreased blood flow can have negative consequences for the body. Reduced blood flow leads to a lack of blood supply to tissues and organs, making them unable to function properly. This is especially dangerous if the organ that is lacking blood is the heart or brain. Applying some of the methods mentioned above can help you improve your body's blood circulation to stay healthy.
There is nothing better for health than a sensible and balanced diet. Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables and limiting saturated fat in beef, chicken, cheese and other animal-based foods along with a low-salt diet will help your body maintain healthy levels. A reasonable weight, ensuring a healthy cardiovascular system thereby improving blood circulation.
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References: webmd.com, humann.com
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