Poor circulation in the feet.

I'm 59 years old and have poor leg circulation especially in my calves and feet. I also have scaly brownish patches on the front of my legs. Do you have any suggestions?


Hello,

Thanks for your email regarding poor circulation and red patches on your calves and feet. Have you seen a doctor about your condition? Are you a diabetic?

Some of the symptoms of diabetes include poor circulation and diabetic dermopathy which look like red/brown scaly patches on the legs…….as you described in your email.

This condition is often due to changes of the small blood vessels. While it's considered harmless, it might be an indication of diabetes.

You can read more about skin complications and diabetes here American Diabetes Association.

There are some herbs that can be helpful for increasing circulation – herbs like ginkgo and rosemary can help.

Fish oils also help in reducing blood "stickiness" which can help improve circulation. Garlic is also another natural and delicious way to help improve circulation and get a good dose of antioxidants too. There are tons of ways to slip garlic into your diet.

Crush a few cloves into your tomato sauce, on your pizza, into soups and stews, and even in your salad. If you don't like garlic, consider garlic supplements.

In addition to foods and supplements, lifestyle is very important too. Especially reducing excess weight and getting some form of exercise at least once a day – even if it's a slow walk around the block or on a treadmill while watching TV.

Click here poor leg circulation for more information.

Consider dry skin brushing too. You can purchase a skin brush in any health food store.

While watching TV brush your legs in an upward motion – towards the heart. You can also do this before or during your shower or bath.

Brushing the skin with a
vegetable fiber skin brush offers so many benefits including stimulating the lymphatic system, cleaning and opening up pores, increasing circulation throughout the whole body, and stimulating cell turnover for smoother more healthier skin.

I hope this information helped.

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