Support smoother blood flow with easy, cardiologist-backed habits that fit into your routine and help you actively protect long-term heart health.

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...

Poor circulation is a widespread issue, particularly as people age, and it can cause symptoms such as cold hands and feet, tingling, numbness, swelling, or heaviness in the legs. If left unaddressed, ...

A blood clot is a potential complication after surgery. To help prevent blood clots, a doctor may advise doing exercises to promote blood flow, wearing compression garments, and taking blood-thinning ...

The idea that eating cocoa-rich, dark chocolate may offer greater health benefits than milk chocolate is not new. Cocoa is loaded with compounds called polyphenols that have been shown to help our ...

“Reduced blood flow is one of the contributing factors to poor brain health and conditions like Alzheimer’s,” he said. “We ...

Compression socks are a simple yet effective way to boost circulation, reduce swelling and fight fatigue, whether you’re recovering from a tough workout or managing poor circulation. The best ...

Dr. Joris said this was the first time scientists had proven that eating peanuts could improve brain blood flow in older adults. He believes the improvement in memory may be directly related to the ...