Raynaud's Disease: Can Ayurveda Help Improve Blood Circulation and Reduce Numbness? - #15978

For the past few years, I have been struggling with a strange condition in my hands and feet that seems to be getting worse, especially during the winter. At first, I thought it was just normal sensitivity to cold, but now I am convinced it is something more serious. Anytime I am exposed to cold air, even mild air conditioning, my fingers turn completely white and go numb. It feels as if all the blood has been drained from them. Sometimes, they even turn blue and take a long time to warm back up. When the warmth finally returns, it is not a relief—instead, my fingers turn bright red and tingle painfully, almost like they are burning. I started researching my symptoms, and everything points to Raynaud’s disease. It is affecting my daily life in ways I never expected. I work in an office with strong air conditioning, and my hands always feel like ice. My coworkers have noticed how I keep rubbing my hands together, trying to generate warmth. If I go outside in the winter, it gets even worse. Simple tasks like unlocking my front door or texting on my phone become nearly impossible because my fingers feel stiff and lifeless. I also have anxiety, and I feel like my symptoms are worse when I am stressed. Can Raynaud’s disease be triggered by emotional stress? I have read that it is related to poor circulation, but I am not sure if diet or lifestyle has anything to do with it. I drink a lot of coffee and eat a lot of spicy food—could these be making Raynaud’s disease worse? I really do not want to rely on prescription medication if I can avoid it. I am looking for natural ways to improve my blood circulation and prevent these attacks. Are there any Ayurvedic treatments that can help with Raynaud’s disease? Are there specific herbs, oils, or dietary changes that can improve circulation? Would practicing yoga or meditation help? I am open to trying any natural method that could prevent these painful episodes from happening so often. Has anyone else used Ayurveda to manage Raynaud’s disease? I would love to hear what has worked for others because I am running out of options.