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Beetroot: Beets are root vegetables and are rich in nitrate. The body converts the nitrate into nitric oxide inside the body. Nitric oxide widens blood vessels and increases blood flow.
Berries: Berries are rich in a compound called anthocyanin. Anthocyanin protects artery walls and keeps blood vessels flexible. And this helps increase blood flow in the body.
Fatty fish: Fish like salmon, mackerel, trout etc. are rich in omega 3 fatty acids. These healthy fats boost circulation. Fatty fish is among the foods that increase blood flow and keep arteries unclogged.
Pomegranates: Pomegranate seeds are rich in nitrates and antioxidants that boost circulation. This helps in better blood flow to the brain, heart, muscles, organs and tissues.
Garlic: Garlic is rich in allicin, which helps blood vessels relax. People who eat ample garlic in their diet have improved blood flow through the heart.
Walnuts: Eating nuts benefits the heart and blood vessels.
Grapes: Grapes are rich in antioxidants that increase blood flow by relaxing blood vessel walls and helping blood vessels work better.
Turmeric: Turmeric is a rich source of curcumin. Curcumin helps increase the levels of nitric oxide, which in turn widen blood vessels and helps in blood flow.
Citrus food: Citrus fruits are rich in vitamin C, a great source of antioxidants that decrease inflammation, boost circulation, and help prevent blood clots.
Ginger: Ginger helps in digestion and blood circulation. It widens blood vessels and reduces blood pressure.