Teas can help improve blood circulation by strengthening blood vessels, stimulating lymphatic circulation, and reducing swelling.
Some examples of teas that can help improve circulation are:
1. Carqueja tea
A great home remedy to improve circulation is sherry tea. Carqueja is a medicinal plant that has properties that help decrease the accumulation of fats in the arteries, as well as aid in the treatment of poor digestion, obesity and constipation.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons carey leaves;
- 1 liter of water.
Method of preparation
The leaves of carqueja should be chopped and taken to the fire for 30 minutes. After the leaves are boiled, the tea can be cooked and ready and should be drunk every 2 hours, 5 times a day.
2. Melilot tea
Meliloto is indicated for the treatment of several venous diseases, because it helps to stimulate the lymphatic circulation, diminishing the swelling.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of aerial parts of melilot;
- 150 mL of water.
Method of preparation
Boil the water and put the herbs, letting stand for about 10 minutes. One should drink 2 to 3 cups of this tea per day.
3. Indian Chestnut Tea
Chestnut tea has strengthening properties of the walls of the veins, improving circulation, reducing swelling and avoiding varicose veins.
Ingredients
- 2 sachets of horse chestnut;
- 500 mL of boiling water.
Method of preparation
Boil the water, join the Indian Chestnut and let stand for about 10 minutes. Allow to crush, strain and drink 3 cups a day, after meals.
