Vitamins for Circulation
The following vitamins are said to help improve circulation:
Gotu Kola
Gotu Kola is said to improve circulation in the brain and extremities. It has positive effects on varicose veins, poor circulation in the legs, leg cramps and leg swelling. It is also said to reduce the hardening of veins and improve the flow of blood.
Recommended dosage of Gotu Kola is 1500mg per day
Bioflavanoid
Bioflavanoid is the collective name given to Rutin, Hesperidin, Quercetin and other naturally occurring compounds which are essential for the absorption of vitamin C. Bioflavanoids are antioxidants that help to rid the body of free radicals and are used to help strengthen and reduce the permeability of blood vessel walls. Bioflavonoids work with Vitamin C in synergy, to protect and preserve the structure of the blood capillaries.
Rutin is a Bioflavanoid that helps to decrease bleeding from weak blood vessels.
Recommended daily dosage of Bioflavanoids is 500mg
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
Vitamin B3 is vital to the health of all tissues. It releases allows the blood vessels to relax, promoting better blood flow to all regions of the body including hands and feet. It is used to support a number of circulation disorders.
Recommended daily amount is 19mg per day.
Ginko Biloba
Ginko Biloba is said to increase the flow of blood to the brain and through the entire body's network of blood vessels. It has been clinically shown to improve circulation.
Recommended daily dosage of Ginko Biloba is 120mg per day
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