Most people miss this. 10 warning signs saying your arteries are clogged.

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If you find yourself becoming breathless with light activity (stairs, walking uphill) or even at rest, this may be due to your heart not getting enough blood or the lungs getting fluid because of poor circulation. Vaidam Health+2Healthline+2

What to watch for: Breathlessness out of proportion to what you’d expect; it may come on gradually.

3. Unusual fatigue / low energy

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Feeling unusually tired even when resting — this could stem from organs and muscles receiving less oxygen‑rich blood because of narrowed arteries. Vaidam Health+1

What to watch for: Fatigue that is new, persistent, not explained by other causes (sleep, stress, illness).

4. Cold hands or feet / poor circulation in limbs

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When arteries supplying your arms or legs are narrowed, you may notice that your extremities feel cold, pale, or have tingling or numbness. VesseClear

What to watch for: Hands/feet that are persistently cool, or color changes (pale, blue‑tinged), especially when other symptoms exist.

5. Pain, cramping or aching in the legs, hips or calves during activity

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This symptom (called intermittent claudication) occurs when blood flow to leg muscles is restricted during activity. The pain typically eases with rest. الصحة+2Practo+2

What to watch for: Aching, tired legs when walking that doesn’t happen when sitting; a pattern of worse symptoms with exertion.

6. Dizziness, light‑headedness or fainting

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