5 foods that dramatically improve blood flow to your legs

The Nitric Oxide Effect: Nitric oxide is a powerful vasodilator, meaning it relaxes and widens your blood vessels. This allows blood to flow more freely, reducing blood pressure and improving circulation to the extremities like your legs.

How to enjoy it: Enjoy fresh chunks, blend it into a smoothie, or make a refreshing watermelon and feta salad.

2. Beets & Beetroot Juice

How it helps: Beets are circulation superstars for the same reason as watermelon: they boost nitric oxide. Beets are naturally high in dietary nitrates, which your body also converts into nitric oxide.

The Benefit: Studies consistently show that drinking beetroot juice can lower blood pressure and significantly improve blood flow, especially during exercise. This means more oxygen and nutrients are delivered to your leg muscles.

How to enjoy it: Drink a small glass of beetroot juice, roast beets as a side dish, or add them raw to salads.Continue reading…