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[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/veininstitutenj) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/veininstituteofnj/) ![pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TheCardiovascularCareGroup_October2017/Images/pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg?width=960&name=pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg "pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg") # Vein Institute of NJ - Helpful Articles Search… Search Google ## Page: [1](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/health-exercise/page/1) … 2 [3](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/health-exercise/page/3) … [6](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/health-exercise/page/6) [![Diabetes and Vascular Diseases](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Diabetes_iStock-629078466.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/diabetes-and-vascular-disease-do-you-know-the-connection) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/diabetes-and-vascular-disease-do-you-know-the-connection) ## [Diabetes and Vascular Disease: Do You Know the Connection?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/diabetes-and-vascular-disease-do-you-know-the-connection) - by [Dr. Scott Sundick, MD, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/scott-sundick-md-facs) - [March 30th, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/diabetes-and-vascular-disease-do-you-know-the-connection) Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects millions of people around the world. It is characterized by high levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood due to the body's inability to produce or properly use insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels. Unfortunately, diabetes is often linked to vascular diseases,\[…\] [![Nutrition and its affect on vascular diseases](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Nutrition_Vascular-Disease.png)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/nutritional-tips-for-good-vascular-health) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/nutritional-tips-for-good-vascular-health) ## [Nutritional Tips for Good Vascular Health](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/nutritional-tips-for-good-vascular-health) - by [Dr. Neil Poulsen, MD](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-neil-poulsen) - [March 10th, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/nutritional-tips-for-good-vascular-health) A healthy vascular system is essential for good health. The vascular system carries nutrients, oxygen, hormones, and immune cells to every corner of your body. It also functions to collect and transport waste products to the lungs, kidneys, and liver for removal from the body. Any breakdown in this system and the\[…\] [![Seniors doing pilates for cardio exercises with vein issues](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Seniors%20Pilates_iStock-1345995520.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/an-ultimate-guide-to-cardio-exercise-with-vein-issues) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/an-ultimate-guide-to-cardio-exercise-with-vein-issues) ## [An Ultimate Guide to Cardio Exercise with Vein Issues](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/an-ultimate-guide-to-cardio-exercise-with-vein-issues) - by [Dr. Jonathan Levison, MD, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/jonathan-levison-md-facs) - [January 31st, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/an-ultimate-guide-to-cardio-exercise-with-vein-issues) Are you over 40, or do you have vein issues that make it difficult to perform cardio exercises? Don't let that stop you from taking charge of your overall well-being! While it's true that certain types of physical activities (like running or aerobic classes) may be difficult for those with vein issues, there are still\[…\] [![Poor circulation can affect cardiovascular issues](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Poor%20Circulation_iStock-1080415400.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/how-poor-circulation-can-affect-your-overall-health) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/how-poor-circulation-can-affect-your-overall-health) ## [How Poor Circulation Can Affect Your Overall Health](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/how-poor-circulation-can-affect-your-overall-health) - by [Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha) - [January 31st, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/how-poor-circulation-can-affect-your-overall-health) Poor circulation is much more than feeling cold most of the time. Or, an issue that may lead to numbness or tingling in your extremities. In many cases, it can have a substantial impact on your overall health and well-being. In fact, in some cases, poor circulation may even have an impact on your mental health. [![Weightlifting and vascular disease](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Weightlifting_iStock-1070146254.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tips-on-weightlifting-with-vascular-disease) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tips-on-weightlifting-with-vascular-disease) ## [Tips on Weightlifting with Vascular Disease](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tips-on-weightlifting-with-vascular-disease) - by [Dr. Scott Sundick, MD, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/scott-sundick-md-facs) - [August 12th, 2022](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tips-on-weightlifting-with-vascular-disease) Most patients diagnosed with a vascular condition are ready to resume their daily routine. But, diving back into your exercise routine may put you at risk of complications. [![Post-surgery aftercare for veins](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-1094983218.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/post-surgery-aftercare-tips-for-maintaining-healthy-looking-veins) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/post-surgery-aftercare-tips-for-maintaining-healthy-looking-veins) ## [Post-Surgery Aftercare Tips for Maintaining Healthy-Looking Veins](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/post-surgery-aftercare-tips-for-maintaining-healthy-looking-veins) - by [Dr. Salvador A. Cuadra, MD, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr.-salvador-a.-cuadra-md-facs) - [June 3rd, 2022](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/post-surgery-aftercare-tips-for-maintaining-healthy-looking-veins) Varicose veins most commonly appear in the legs and are caused by the abnormal enlargement of superficial blood vessels. While the condition affects up to 30% of the adult population, it's more prevalent in women than men. 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