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The loss of flexibility in our arteries as we age is another factor in the onset of cardiovascular disease.  Arterial flexibility is directly related to body flexibility.

A benefit of our performing regular stretching routines such as Yoga or Pilates is that the body continues to be flexible.  Until recently we haven’t given much thought to the effect of stretching on our arteries and veins; and their need to remain flexible also.  

As we age our blood vessels as well as our muscles and joints start to lose their flexibility; especially if we become less and less physically active.  This lack of flexibility in our blood vessels can increase the onset of high blood pressure and lead to cardiovascular disease.

Now there is a simple test to see how flexible you are.  Sit on the floor with your back against a wall and your legs straight out in front of you.  Now try to touch your toes with your fingertips.

If it is a real struggle or impossible then you need to get busy correcting that. 

A Japanese study found that the there is a direct relationship between your body flexibility and you arterial flexibility.  The more limber you are the more flexible your bloods vessels are too.

Even if you exercise regularly stretching is still a benefit; and, of course, if you exercise not at all, then stretching is more important to your health.

If you tend toward high blood pressure you might want to take 1,000 mg of L-Arginine, an amino acid, each day.  It has been shown to make blood vessels more elastic.  You can find it in capsule form at any health food store or drug store.

Sincerely;

Joanne & Paul

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