Household remedies are a good complementary way to treat circulatory problems. They are usually well tolerated and easy to use. However, one should not rely solely on household remedies and herbal medicines when treating a circulatory disorder. The effects of household remedies are usually not sufficiently proven in studies. Even if many household remedies are freely for sale, an income should always be agreed upon with the treating physician, since it can come also with the income of vegetable means to interactions with other medicines.
These home remedies can help
Foot and arm baths Brush massages Garlic Ginkgo Onion Hawthorn Ginger Cayenne pepper Mountain pine oil Turmeric
- Foot and arm baths
- Brush massages
- Garlic
- Ginkgo
- Onion
- Hawthorn
- Ginger
- Cayenne pepper
- Mountain pine oil
- Curcuma
A regular intake of garlic is said to prevent arteriosclerosis. Arteriosclerosis narrows the arteries and thus worsens the blood flow. Certain ingredients in garlic are supposed to prevent the deposition process on the vessel walls.
There are several studies on the connection between garlic preparations and arteriosclerosis. However, the exact daily dosage for the best effect is not entirely clear. In this case, one should follow the dose recommendation of the respective preparation.
Garlic preparations should not be taken in case of an increased bleeding tendency and blood clotting disorders. The reduced Arterioskleroserisiko with garlic income has besides a positive effect on the blood pressure. Against existing Arteriosklerose however garlic can do nothing.
The garlic preparations serve the prevention of Arteriosklerose and the stopping of the further ArteriosklerosebildungGinko is one of the oldest tree species of the world. Ginkgo leaves contain certain ingredients that are supposed to promote blood circulation. It is said to improve the flow properties of the blood.
Although there is still no definitive scientific evidence, it is believed that Ginkgo promotes blood circulation in the arms and legs as well as in the brain. For these reasons, Ginko is also approved for the treatment of dementia. In the case of pAVK (peripheral arterial occlusive disease), Ginko can be used as a supporting measure in addition to the established walking training.
PADD is a disease in which the arteries of the leg are partially or completely blocked by arteriosclerosis and calcification. This causes pain in the legs when walking long distances. In a few cases, taking ginkgo leads to undesirable side effects.
Gastrointestinal complaints, headaches or allergic reactions are possible. Ready-made preparations from the pharmacy should be used for intake. This is a special dry preparation.
We do not recommend tea, as this can also allow toxins from the plant to enter the tea. The onion is a medicinal plant, which is widely used. Because of its anti-inflammatory effect it is used for earache and insect bites.
It is also said to have a positive effect on the cholesterol level. A good cholesterol level in turn has a positive effect on the blood vessels, since it leads to less arteriosclerosis. However it is not yet clarified whether this effect occurs only with the consumption of raw onions.
Starting from which quantity positive effects occur is also not yet sufficiently investigated. In addition, onions are said to contain a substance that inhibits the agglutination of blood platelets and thus dilutes the blood. Through this the blood can flow better and the blood circulation is improved.
A warm footbath dilates the vessels, which improves the blood circulation. During the alternating bath the vascular muscles are trained. Warm water dilates the vessels, cold water narrows them.
In addition to a footbath, the blood circulation can be supported with a brush massage. However, it is very important to note that not every footbath is suitable for every type of footbath. For some illnesses, foot baths should be avoided for health reasons.
These include: arterial vascular diseases, such as PAVK, or severe high blood pressure. Warm foot baths should not be used for varicose veins and phlebitis. Therefore, if necessary, you should ask your family doctor whether a footbath is suitable.Kneipping in cold water also stimulates the circulation and can thus improve blood flow.
In addition to foot baths, arm baths can also be used to stimulate circulation. Hawthorn is mainly used for heart failure, as hawthorn improves the blood circulation of the heart and thus promotes its strength. However, not only the vessels around the heart but also the other vessels are dilated so that the blood circulation in general is also supported.
In addition, hawthorn has a regulating effect on blood pressure and has a calming effect. The effect, however, only occurs after several weeks of use. Hawthorn can be used as tea, tincture or in tablet form.
Hawthorn is well tolerated. In rare cases a feeling of dizziness is possible. However, hawthorn should not be taken during pregnancy.
Like many other medicinal plants, ginger has a very broad spectrum of effects. Ginger tea is especially known for its anti-inflammatory effect and is used for colds and digestive problems. In addition, ginger tea also has a circulation-promoting effect.
Ginger prevents clumping of the blood, which has a positive effect on the blood vessels. In addition to the blood circulation-promoting effect, ginger provides our body with many important nutrients. In addition to vitamin C, ginger also contains magnesium, iron, calcium and potassium.
Cayenne pepper contains many pungent substances, such as capsaicin. Substances such as capsaicin bind to certain receptors in the body and cause people to perceive these substances as pungent. In addition, the receptors increase the blood circulation when stimulated.
Cayenne pepper is also said to stimulate the metabolism and strengthen the blood vessels, as it has a vasodilating effect. Cayenne pepper can also be used externally. In this case, however, cayenne pepper may only be applied to intact skin without injuries.
After the application, there is initially a painful burning sensation, but then this subsides and the blood circulation improves. Thus cayenne pepper can also help locally with muscle tensions.
