Healthy Blood is Essential to Life

Blood is a specialized fluid made up of plasma and cells that is vital for life. It circulates throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues and organs while removing waste products.

Blood flows through the lungs and small intestines, picking up oxygen and micro-nutrients. It then returns, carrying carbon dioxide and waste products to be eliminated through the lungs and kidneys.

In addition to oxygen transport, blood regulates body temperature, balances pH levels, and distributes hormones. It also protects the body by destroying harmful bacteria and other micro organisms.

Signs of Unhealthy Blood

When blood vessels become diseased due to plaque build up from poor diet or genetics, they narrow. This increases the risk of blood clots and clogged vessels. Factors like smoking and inactivity further contribute to cardiovascular disease.

Tips for Maintaining Blood-Health

Healthy blood plays a crucial role in preventing heart disease. By making simple lifestyle changes, you can improve your cardiovascular health.

1. Quit Smoking

Smoking increases your risk of coronary heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. Consider auricular acupuncture with AcuQuit to help quit smoking and protect your heart.

2. Manage Cholesterol

Regularly check your cholesterol levels. Aim for a total cholesterol level below 5mmol/L. Damaged blood vessels from bad cholesterol lose their ability to prevent platelets from forming clots unnecessarily.
To boost good cholesterol, focus on:

• Drinking plenty of water.
• Eating foods like avocado, raw nuts, seeds, and whole grains (such as brown rice).
• Including soluble fibre in your diet, like oats, which help lower total and bad cholesterol.

3. Control Blood Pressure

High blood pressure is a leading risk factor for heart disease. Lower your blood pressure by:

• Reducing salt intake.
• Eating foods rich in calcium, magnesium, and potassium, such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products.

4. Stay Active

Exercise promotes healthy blood flow, burns fat, lowers blood pressure, and releases stress-relieving endorphins. Just 30 minutes of moderate activity, like brisk walking, can reduce your heart disease risk by 46%. (Circulation)

5. Manage Stress

Chronic stress floods your blood with adrenaline, which can strain your cardiovascular system. Taking time to relax helps protect your heart.

AcuDetox

Blood is essential for supporting the heart, the body’s most vital organ. Many cardiovascular health issues start with blood imbalances, but they can also be solved by addressing them early.

AcuDetox can help detoxify your body, balancing your organs and supporting healthy blood circulation. This natural therapy may assist in eliminating toxins that contribute to disease formation.