Better blood flow for a healthy you
OVER the past few months, the world has been grappling with the effects of the Covid19 pandemic, with more than 12 million people infected and a death toll of 552,000, according to the World Health Organization.
The most common symptoms of Covid-19 include fever, cough and shortness of breath. There is also emerging data showing that Covid-19 not only causes respiratory illness, but is also associated with neurologic complications such as stroke.
What do all these symptoms have in common? Impaired blood circulation. In fact, several retrospective clinical studies have shown that the Covid-19 virus is prone to attacking the lining of blood vessels all over the body, deteriorating the body defence system and forming blood clots in the blood vessels, which can ultimately lead to poor blood circulation.
Poor blood circulation is reflected in restricted or blocked blood flow to various parts of the body and vital organs such as brain, which is usually due to blockage of the blood vessels caused by blood clots resulted from platelet clumping (platelet aggregation). Subsequently, the lack of oxygen and nutrient supply to the organs may lead to:
• Fatigue
• Numbness and tingling sensations in the hands and feet
• Cold hands and feet
• Chronic or life-threatening diseases
The most common symptoms of Covid-19 include fever, cough and shortness of breath. There is also emerging data showing that Covid-19 not only causes respiratory illness, but is also associated with neurologic complications such as stroke.
Maintaining healthy blood circulation is important for a healthy life as it warrants the smooth flow of blood that carries oxygen and nutrients throughout the body, allowing vital organs such as the brain to function properly, as well as ensuring the efficient transport of immune cells around the body. Below are some tips to improve blood circulation:
• Regular exercise
• Massages
• Staying hydrated
A natural health supplement
Fruitflow, a natural water-soluble tomato extract, is the first natural, scientifically proven ingredient that promotes healthy blood circulation. It consists of a number of bioactive compounds with anti-platelet properties such as nucleosides, polyphenols and flavonoids, which have been clinically proven to improve blood circulation.
A daily dose of just 150mg of Fruitflow natural water-soluble tomato extract can help to improve blood circulation by maintaining normal platelet aggregation, according to a 2010 article titled Scientific Opinion on the modification of the authorisation of a health claim related to water-soluble tomato concentrate and helps to maintain a healthy blood flow and benefits circulation pursuant to Article 13(5) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 following a request in accordance with Article 19 of the Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 published in EFSA Journal.
While strengthening your immunity to fight against Covid-19 is important now, maintaining healthy blood circulation is vital to reduce your risk of developing serious illnesses in the future.
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