Heavy legs and varicose veins are inconveniences caused by poor blood circulation. To improve it, certain foods are particularly recommended: health also depends on your plate.

1. The red vine

Thanks to the proanthocyanidins (OPC) that compose it, Red Vine is particularly recommended to improve blood circulation.

Whether in powder form in capsule form, in infusion, in balm or in the form of drops of mother tincture, enjoy its benefits and relieve your varicose veins and heavy legs.

2. Chocolate

For choco-addicts this is very good news: chocolate is great for blood circulation.

However, there is no question of taking white or milk chocolate, the one that interests us is dark chocolate containing at least 70% cocoa.

3. Ginger

We no longer present ginger and its many properties. This root, frequently used in natural medicine, is excellent for stimulating blood circulation.

Eat it fresh, not powdered. Grate it raw and let it infuse in hot water.

4. Watermelon

This juicy, moisturizing fruit is a excellent diuretic and antioxidant. It thus prevents the formation of blood clots.

A fruit to consume without moderation when you suffer from varicose veins !

5. garlic

Our elders already knew the many virtues of garlic and its beneficial effect on blood circulation.

The ideal to consume it? In the morning, raw and on an empty stomach. Effective even if its taste and smell may disturb you… as well as those around you!

6. Turmeric

Turmeric has become in recent years a must for natural healing. This superfood has multiple properties: antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic.

It is also excellent for improving blood circulation because it decreases the build-up of plaque in the arteries.

7. Cayenne pepper

Thanks to the capsaicin it contains, cayenne pepper stimulates blood circulation and strengthens the arteries.

Be careful though: pregnant women should avoid consuming it.

8. Green tea

Do you like to drink tea? So much the better ! Green tea is great for your health! This drink rich in anti-oxidants is particularly recommended to improve blood circulation.

So do not deprive yourself and drink 3 cups of green tea per day.

9. Salmon

Salmon is an oily fish with tasty flesh and is popular with gourmets. And that’s good because being rich in omega 3 and fatty acids, it is ideal for improving blood circulation!

Remember, however, that it is advisable toalternate fatty fish and lean fish in your diet.

10. Goji berries

Small Goji berries are inviting themselves more and more at the table! And for good reason, they are rich in antioxidants including carotenoids.

To take advantage of their virtues, do not hesitate to put it in your salads.

Also read: Diet for cardiovascular disease