— Lynette

What is Raynaud’s Disease?

Raynaud's disease is a condition of the circulation that affects blood supply to the skin and causes the extremities of the body to lose feeling and become numb. The symptoms of Raynaud’s are most commonly associated with cold and stress and sufferers of this condition will find their toes and fingers feel very cold or even lose sensation in response to a stressful situation or exposure to cold.

People with Raynaud’s disease may also notice their skin changing color to pale and then to blue when they are cold or stressed - particularly the fingers. They may feel a prickly numbness when cold or stressed and sometimes a stinging pain with throbbing and redness when they begin to relax or warm up as blood returns to the extremities.

Though not completely understood, Raynaud’s seems to be caused by an overreaction of blood vessels in the extremities to temperature and stress. In normal physiology, when a person’s body is exposed to cold the blood vessels in the extremities become narrowed and slow down blood supply to the fingers and toes.

This is to prevent excessive heat loss from these areas and preserve the body’s core temperature. Similarly, in times of stress the evolutionary “flight or fight” response is triggered and blood flow to the fingers and toes is reduced as the body tries to conserve blood for the vital organs and muscles. In people with Raynaud’s these responses are exaggerated - causing troublesome symptoms. The reduced blood flow leaves the extremities looking pale or even blue and cold as no warm blood reaches these areas.

What causes Raynaud’s?

Some people have Raynaud's as a complication of an underlying disorder (Secondary Raynaud’s) though more commonly this disease appears independently and on its own and is known as Primary Raynaud’s. In Primary Raynaud’s the cause of the condition remains unknown.

Conditions that may cause Secondary Raynaud’s include Scleroderma, a condition that causes hardening of connective tissue, Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and other diseases that affect the arteries including atherosclerosis. Smoking, beta blockers, certain Chemotherapy agents and some OTC cold and flu medications can also predispose an individual to Raynaud’s.

Certain factors may also increase an individual’s risk of having Primary Raynaud’s. Women are generally more commonly affected as are people who live in cold places and those who suffer from chronic stress.

Complications

Complications of Raynaud’s are fairly rare and the day-to-day discomfort and inconvenience is the most common complaint amongst sufferers of this condition. In severe cases though, blood supply to the fingers and toes could diminish on a long-term basis causing poor healing of sores, development of ulcers and, in the worst cases, gangrene and amputation. It is important to seek medical assistance immediately if you suffer from Raynaud’s and develop an ulcer or infection on one of any of your fingers or toes.

How is Raynaud’s usually treated?

Conventional treatment of Raynaud’s will include treatment of the underlying condition (in Secondary Raynaud’s) as well as medications to reduce the frequency of attacks and prevent tissue damage. These medications work mostly on the principle of dilating the blood vessels in order to prevent the symptoms of Raynaud’s. In severe cases surgery on the nerves in the hands and feet may be performed.

Get your blood pumping

While the expression ‘cold hands, warm heart’ may sound familiar, there actually is a direct correlation between the heart and our extremities.

The body is a network of veins, arteries and capillaries – all interconnected, and all trying to complete the vital task of carrying blood to every part of our bodies. Good circulation means getting oxygen-rich blood to even the farthest tips of our bodies, from fingers to toes.

Keeping circulation active and at optimum levels will help to keep the body warm, as well as help to supply all cells, tissues, organs and body systems not only with oxygen, but nutrients, too.

Circulation moves blood along, enabling it to carry nutrients (food) and oxygen to all the cells of the body. Blood also carries away waste products so that they can be removed from the body. Without access to the blood, cells and body tissues die or become dysfunctional.

The natural way

A great portion of today’s modern lifestyle is inactive, spent sitting on the sofa watching television or with hour upon hour used at an office desk. Furthermore, life is filled with unhealthy conveniences such as fast food, pollution, and stress.

Over time, these factors can sometimes cause health problems and affect the regulation mechanisms of certain organs. Some people are more easily affected than others, especially if they have food intolerances or pre-existing conditions. In extreme cases, this can negatively affect normal body functions and create disturbances in delicate body systems, including the circulatory system.

Natural remedies have been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years to support the circulatory system and the blood.
In more recent times, research has confirmed this traditional wisdom. There are now many published clinical studies demonstrating the ability of a range of herbs to help facilitate healthy blood flow to cold extremities.

Herbs have also been shown to support the cardiovascular system and circulatory system and to promote healthy circulation and heart health.  

(Belch JJ, Shaw B, O'Dowd A, et al. “Evening primrose oil (Efamol) as a treatment for cold-induced vasospasm (Raynaud's phenomenon)”. Prog Lipid Res . 1986;25:335-340). (Bordia A, Verma SK, Srivastava KC. “Effect of ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc) and fenugreek (Trigonella foenumgraecum L) on blood lipids, blood sugar, and platelet aggregation in patients with coronary artery disease. Prostagland Leukotrienes Essential Fatty Acids” 1997 May;56(5):379-384.) Recent studies have shown these herbs to be beneficial in supporting the cardiac health and blood flow. (He M, Zhang XM, Yuan HQ. “Clinical study on treatment of pulmonary interstitial fibrosis with ginkgo extract”. Zhongguo Zhong.Xi.Yi.Jie.He.Za Zhi. 2005;25(3):222-224.)

What is Circu-Live? Circu-Live is a 100% safe, non-addictive,natural herbal remedy formulated by a team of experts in the field of natural medicine, Circu-Live has been used for many years to safely maintain health and systemic balance of the circulatory system. Containing a selection of herbs known for their supportive function in maintaining circulatory health and well being, Circu-Live remains true to ensuring the bio-availability and balance of active ingredients contained in the remedy, while significantly reducing the likelihood of side effects.  Circu-Live supports functioning of the cardiovascular system, thereby helping to maintain healthy circulation of the blood through veins and arteries to all extremities, assist routine oxygenation of the blood to all body tissue and organs, and provide optimum temperature regulation.

What are the ingredients of Circu-Live?

Circu-Live is a 100% herbal formula that contains the following carefully selected herbs in therapeutic dosage, presented in a convenient, concentrated tincture:

• Ginkgo biloba dates back about 200 million years. It has survived mainly in Oriental temple gardens, where it is highly prized for its medicinal properties in traditional Chinese medicine. Active ingredients of Ginkgo include flavone glycosides, bioflavins, sitosterol, lactones and anthocyanin. One of the most important active ingredients, ginkgolide, has been clinically shown to be just as effective as standard pharmaceutical drugs in treating irregular heart beats. (Koltai M, Tosaki A, Hosford D, Braquet P. “Ginkgolide B protects isolated hearts against arrhythmias induced by ischemia but not reperfusion”. Eur J Pharmacol 1989;May 19;164(2):293-302). Studies also indicate that Ginkgo biloba can assist the body’s ability to reduce blood 'stickiness', thus lowering the risk of blood clots. (Santos RF, Galduróz JC, Barbieri A, Castiglioni ML, Ytaya LY, Bueno OF. “Cognitive performance, SPECT, and blood viscosity in elderly non-demented people using Ginkgo biloba” Department of Psychobiology, Universidade Federal de São Paulo-Escola Paulista de Medicina, Brazil. PMID: 12905098). Recent studies have demonstrated this herb’s ability to support cardiac health. (He M, Zhang XM, Yuan HQ. “Clinical study on treatment of pulmonary interstitial fibrosis with ginkgo extract” Dongfang Hospital, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing. 25(3):222-4. PMID: 15842142) (Schneider B. Ginkgo biloba extract in peripheral arterial diseases. Meta-analysis of controlled clinical studies. Arzneimittelforschung 1992;Apr; 42(4): 428-36.) Further studies have highlighted Ginkgo biloba as a natural antioxidant with regards to cardiac health (Shen J-G, Zhou D-Y. “Efficiency of Ginkgo biloba extract (EGb 761) in antioxidant protection against myocardial ischemia and reperfusion injury”. Biochem Mol Biol Int 1995;35:125-134). (Akiba S, Kawauchi T, Oka T, Hashizume T, Sato T. “Inhibitory effect of the leaf extract of ginkgo biloba L. on oxidative stress-induced platelet aggregation”. Biochem Mol Biol Int 1998;Dec;46(6):1243-8). Ginkgo biloba has also been studied for its benefits on blood with regards to circulation. (Pittler MH, Ernst E. “Ginkgo biloba extract for the treatment of intermittent claudication: a meta-analysis of randomized trials”. Am J Med. 2000;108:276–281). (Jung F, Mrowietz C, Kiesewetter H, et al. “Effect of Ginkgo biloba on fluidity of blood and peripheral micro-circulation in volunteers”. Arzneimittelforschung. 1990;40:589–593) (Schweizer J, Hautmann C. “Comparison of two dosages of Ginkgo biloba extract EGb 761 in patients with peripheral arterial occlusive disease Fontaine's Stage IIb. A randomized, double-blind, multicentric clinical trial”. Arzneimittelforschung. 1999,49:900–904). (Muir AH, Robb R, McLaren M, et al. “The use of Ginkgo biloba in Raynaud's disease: a double-blind placebo-controlled trial”. Vasc Med.  2002;7:265-7).
• Zinziber officinalis (Ginger) has a long history of medicinal use in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic (Indian) medicine. The rhizomes (underground stem) and stems of ginger have assumed significant roles in Chinese, Japanese and Indian medicine since the 1500s. Chinese herbalists often recommend this "hot" herb to aid the body in routine temperature regulation. Also, this herb has recently been studied for its beneficial affect on the blood. (Lumb AB. “Effect of dried ginger on human platelet function”. Thromb Haemost . 1994;71:110-111). (Verma SK, et al. Effect of ginger on platelet aggregation in man. Indian J Med Res . 1993;98 (Section B):240-242). Ginger is also regarded as a great supportive herb for the cardiovascular system. (Shoji N, et al. Cardio-tonic principles of ginger ( Zingiber officinale Roscoe). J Pharm Sci . 1982;71(1):1174–75.
• Rosmarinus officinale (Rosemary) is known as a traditional circulatory tonic to support healthy circulation. This herb has been investigated for its ability to support easy blood flow through veins and arteries. (Yamamoto J, Yamada K, Naemura A, et al. “Testing various herbs for antithrombotic effect”. Nutrition  . 2005;21:580–7). Furthermore, extracts of Rosemary have been shown to help support sore joints and tenderness. (Youn J, Lee KH, Won J, et al. “Beneficial effects of rosmarinic acid on suppression of collagen induced arthritis”. J Rheumatol. 2003;30:1203–7). (Osakabe N, Yasuda A, Natsume M, et al. “Rosmarinic acid inhibits epidermal inflammatory responses: anti-carcinogenic effect of Perilla frutescens extract in the murine two-stage skin model”. Carcinogenesis . 2004;25:549–57).

Circu-Live contains no gluten, artificial colors, flavors or preservatives, and is not tested on animals.

Circu-Live is registered with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Native Remedies' products are created using our Full Spectrum Approach™ (FSA), a set of standards and processes that combine the best quality, laboratory tested, raw ingredients, Good Manufacturing Practices and a Full Spectrum manufacturing method to guarantee you products of the highest quality, safety and effectiveness.

Our products are not tested on animals and individual ingredients are well-researched and are natural, safe and effective.

How has Circu-Live helped others?

Customer Testimonials

'I was always one of those “cold hands, warm heart” people but as I got older my cold hands started to cause me actual pain. Every time I needed something out of the freezer or went outside in winter without gloves my fingers would go completely white and numb to the touch, though they would ache. I tried your Circu-Live remedy and it has really helped. Not only are my fingers far warmer and more tolerant to cold these days, I feel healthier overall and even mentally sharper. What a great herbal product!' - Lynette "I have suffered from Raynaud’s Disease for several years now and over the previous year or so it began to affect my whole life. I was quite useless with my hands as much of the time I couldn’t feel my fingers. My toes and even earlobes also felt cold and painful most of the time. I have been taking Circu-Live for about three months and I just cannot believe the improvement! I still avoid letting my hands get cold but this seems to be more of a habit than anything else as they have not felt cold, numb or painful for a few weeks now. It really is amazing how much this condition was hindering me in my day to day life. Thank you so much Native Remedies!" - Tina Disclaimer: Testimonials have been edited to comply with FDA regulations. While positive results are likely, the testimonials used are general results and are not intended to represent or guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results - individual results may vary.

How do I use Circu-Live?

DOSAGE

Adults: Dilute 12 - 15 drops in 1/4 cup of water or juice three times daily.

Children under 12: Dilute one drop per year of age of the child in water or juice three times daily.

CAUTION

Please consult your medical practitioner should symptoms persist. Do not use concurrently with blood thinning medication unless under medical supervision. Safety during pregnancy and nursing not yet established.

Circu-Live is highly recommended along with the following natural remedies for maximum effectiveness.

• Aqua-Rite™ is a natural diuretic used to support routine water balance in the body.
• High-Rite™ is used to support balanced pressure of blood against veins and artery walls and promote cardiovascular health.
• Triple Complex Nerve Tonic™ is a biochemic tissue salt complex and natural nerve tonic.

How long until I see results?

Results may vary, due to a number of influential factors. Over time (usually 3-6 weeks) Circu-Live will act in a supportive capacity to a healthy circulatory system and nervous system, with some individuals responding sooner than others.

Best results are achieved when Circu-Live is used consistently and the recommendations regarding diet and consistent discipline are followed.

How long will a bottle last?

One 50 ml bottle will last approximately 30 days.

A 90 day supply is offered at a discount (see the Buy 2 Get 1 FREE special below).

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