Poor Blood Flow—Warning Signs to Watch For

By Dr. Paul Bernitt

TriVita Director of Wellness Services

Board-Certified Doctor of Holistic Health

Many people begin noticing small changes after the age of 50…

• Climbing stairs takes more effort.

• Feet and ankles swell.

• Blood pressure rises.

• Hands and feet feel colder than they used to.

• Energy fades earlier in the afternoon.

Most people assume these changes are simply a part of aging. But, what if they weren’t?

What if these common symptoms were actually signals that circulation inside the body isn’t working the way it once did?

Blood flow is the body’s delivery system. It carries oxygen and nutrients to every muscle, organ and cell. When circulation is strong, the body feels energized and responsive.

When circulation slows, the body begins sending warning signs…

Common Signs of Poor Blood Flow

Reduced circulation can affect nearly every part of the body. The symptoms often appear slowly, which is why many people overlook them.

Common signs include:

• Cold hands and feet

• Increased blood pressure

• Fatigue or low energy

• Brain fog or trouble focusing

• Reduced stamina during activity

• Slower recovery after exercise

• Occasional swelling in the legs

• Heaviness or discomfort in the lower legs

• Feeling older than your age

These symptoms may seem unrelated, but they often share the same underlying issue.

Healthy blood vessels must relax and widen so that blood can move freely. When that process slows down, circulation may decline.

This Is Where Nitric Oxide Comes In

Inside your body is a tiny but powerful molecule called nitric oxide.

Nitric oxide acts like a signal to your blood vessels. It tells them to relax and widen, allowing blood to flow more easily throughout the body.

When blood vessels widen, several important things happen:

• Blood flows more efficiently

• Oxygen delivery improves

• Nutrients reach cells more quickly

• Muscles and organs receive the fuel they need

But, here is something that many people do not realize…

Starting around age 40, the body naturally begins producing less nitric oxide. As nitric oxide levels decline, blood vessels may become narrower and less flexible. When vessels harden and narrow, circulation may slow, and the body begins sending the signs of poor blood flow.

The encouraging news is that certain nutrients can help support the body’s ability to produce nitric oxide…

Supporting Healthy Blood Flow Naturally

TriVita’s Nitric Oxide Plus contains key ingredients formulated to support nitric oxide production and promote healthy circulation.

Each ingredient helps blood vessels relax so that blood can circulate more freely.

Beetroot Extract – Nature’s Nitric Oxide Support

Beets contain natural dietary nitrates. When consumed, these nitrates are converted into nitric oxide by the body. This process helps signal blood vessels to relax and widen, improving circulation.

L-Arginine – A Building Block for Nitric Oxide

L-arginine is an amino acid used by the body to produce nitric oxide within the lining of blood vessels. Enzymes inside the blood vessels convert arginine into nitric oxide. This helps relax blood vessels and supports healthy circulation.

Arginine supports:

• Blood vessel flexibility

• Healthy circulation

• Oxygen delivery

• Cardiovascular wellness

L-Citrulline – Helping Nitric Oxide Last Longer

L-citrulline works together with arginine to help maintain nitric oxide levels. Once absorbed, citrulline is converted to arginine in the body, which can then produce more nitric oxide.

This process helps support:

• Sustained circulation

• Endurance during exercise

• Reduced fatigue during activity

Horse Chestnut (Aescin) – Supporting Healthy Veins

Horse chestnut contains a compound called aescin, which supports healthy vein function and blood vessel tone.

Aescin supports:

• Circulation in the legs

• More comfortable leg function

• Healthy blood vessel walls

For people who experience heaviness or occasional swelling in their legs, supporting vein health can play an important role in circulation.

Magnesium – Helping Blood Vessels Relax

Magnesium is a key mineral involved in muscle and blood vessel relaxation.

Healthy magnesium levels help support:

• Blood vessel flexibility

• Healthy circulation

• Heart function

• Reduced muscle tension

With too little magnesium, blood vessels and muscles may not relax as efficiently.

When Circulation Improves, the Body Responds

When blood vessels relax and circulation improves, oxygen and nutrients can travel more freely throughout the body.

Many people notice improvements, such as:

• Less fluid retention in the legs and feet

• Better mental clarity

• Warmer hands and feet

• Improved stamina

• Healthy blood pressure

Here’s What TriVita Members Are Saying About Nitric Oxide Plus

Randall S. tells us, “My blood pressure went down by 10 points in a very short period of time.”

Joyce M. shares, “I’m feeling better with Nitric Oxide Plus, and I like the flavor. I feel more energy, and it’s helping the redness in my legs.”

Member Twila H. says, “Nitric Oxide Plus helps with circulation in my feet, all the way to my toes.”

And, Sonja S. points out, “I like the Nitric Oxide Plus, because it’s helped with my energy and helps my breathing.”

These changes occur because improved blood flow delivers the oxygen and nutrients the body needs to function properly.

If you have noticed the warning signs of poor circulation, it may be time to support your body’s natural production of nitric oxide.

TriVita’s Nitric Oxide Plus is designed to support healthy blood vessel relaxation and circulation, so oxygen and nutrients can move efficiently throughout the body.

Because sometimes feeling younger begins with helping your blood flow the way it was designed to.