One of the many conditions that affect circulation, especially in your hands and feet is Raynaud’s Disease. It was named after the French doctor Maurice Raynaud who identified this condition and brought it into the public sphere. Raynaud’s disease affects certain areas of the body such as the tip of your nose and ears as well hands and feet. The disease affects smaller blood vessels causing them to constrict and limiting circulation to those areas. Symptoms include cold fingers and toes, changes in skin color (pale or blue) and numbness in your extremities. If you experience any of these symptoms be sure to visit a doctor. While the origin of the disease is still not completely understood by doctor, below are seven interesting facts about the causes, risk factors and treatments for Raynaud’s disease. Read more