Grandma's remedy for blood circulation 👵
Heavy legs, a well-known sensation
Tingling in the calves, swollen ankles, heavy legs at the end of the day... If you recognize yourself, it's because your blood circulation needs a boost ! And the good news is: no need to resort to medication.
Grandma's remedies for blood circulation are numerous, effective... and 100% natural.
🍋🌿 Vinegar, plants, self-massages, cold… Discover in this article all the simple and ancestral gestures to boost your circulation… without leaving your home!
Why is our circulation becoming lazy?
Before talking about remedies, let's take a quick look at the problem.
Poor blood circulation is often linked to:
- Prolonged standing or sitting
- Lack of movement
- Stress or an inflammatory diet
- Hormones (periods, pregnancy, menopause)
- Family history
Result: blood stagnates in the legs → swelling, pain, varicose veins , sometimes even hemorrhoids or cold legs.
But as grandma used to say: “The body is a river: it has to flow!”
The 5 best grandmother's remedies for blood circulation
1. Apple cider vinegar: the ally for light legs 🍎
Apple cider vinegar , used externally, is a great venous tonic.
Use :
- Mix 1 part vinegar + 1 part cold water
- Apply to the legs in a circular massage, from bottom to top
- Leave on for 15-20 minutes (you can even rinse it or not)
💡 Tip: Add a few drops of cypress or peppermint essential oil for an even more stimulating effect!
2. Plants that activate circulation 🌿
Grandmothers knew the powers of herbal teas :
🌸 Red vine – stimulates venous return
🌸 Horse Chestnut – strengthens venous walls
🌸 Witch hazel – decongests
🌸 Ginkgo biloba – activates microcirculation
Quick recipe :
- 1 tbsp. of dried plant for 250 ml of boiling water
- Infusion 10 minutes
- Drink 1 to 3 times a day
🔥 Bonus: the cold amplifies the effects (see below 👇)
3. Salt and cold foot baths 🛁🧊
A true classic 💧
Express tonic bath :
- Basin of cold water + 3 handfuls of sea salt (or Epsom salt)
- Soak your feet and calves for 15-20 minutes
Immediate effect: your legs are refreshed, lighter, more toned . And it feels amazing.
4. Home massage with “circulation” oil 👐
Massages have a mechanical and nervous effect. To improve your blood circulation, massage:
- Always from the bottom up
- With firm but gentle gestures
🌼 Homemade express oil:
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil (sweet almond or apricot kernel)
- 5 drops of cypress or mastic essential oil
- 3 drops of lemon essential oil (caution: photosensitizing)
💆♀️ Apply once a day, especially in the evening.
5. Cryotherapy at home: the real cold 🧊
Our ancestors already used derivative baths (or cold sitz baths) to boost circulation , eliminate toxins and relieve heavy legs.
Today, we do it simpler (thanks Maholi 😏) with perineal cryotherapy .
Cold applied to the perineum acts on the pelvic venous plexus , which is connected to all leg circulation . Result: better vascularization, lighter legs, energy +++.
Instructions for use with Maholi Holi :
- Place the perineal cold pack in the freezer for 2 hours.
- Put it in its cover
- Place it in your panties like a sanitary napkin
- Enjoy for 1.5 to 2.5 hours
💡 It's the 2024 version of Grandma's sitz bath. Cleaner, more comfortable, and less of a hassle.
Other grandmotherly gestures to adopt on a daily basis
- Elevate your legs for 15 min/day (cushions or legs against a wall)
- Walk barefoot , especially on cool ground 🦶
- Dry brush the body in the morning (soft brush, circular movements)
- Wear loose clothing (no more tight jeans)
- Drink plenty of water and avoid excess salt and sugar.
Conclusion :
No need to spend a fortune on food supplements or expensive treatments.
Grandma's remedies for blood circulation are simple, effective, and above all... long-lasting.
And with Maholi-style perineal cold packs , you combine ancient knowledge and current innovation ✨
