== Causes and Symptoms ==
Raynaud syndrome, also known as Raynaud's phenomenon, is a medical condition in which spasm of arteries cause episodes of reduced blood flow. Typically the fingers, and less commonly the toes, are involved.Rarely, the nose, ears, or lips are affected.[1] The episodes result in the affected part turning white and then blue. Often, there is numbness or pain. As blood flow returns, the area turns red and burns. The episodes typically last minutes, but can last up to several hours.<br><br>
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== Home remedies ==
*Since the Middle Ages, beetroot was used for illnesses relating to blood. The Romans used beetroot to treat fevers, and Hippocrates used it for binding wounds. It increases the level of antioxidants in the liver, reduces cholesterol and decreases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Beetroot also fights arteriosclerosis and arthritis. Beet juice powder is a nutrient rich food that improves general circulation. Drinking 500ml of beetroot juice can reduce blood pressure levels within one hour.