The circulation disorders and venous disorders do not include the phenomenon of heavy legs, far from it! Some disorders can be serious or fatal if they are not detected and treated quickly. As part of a healthy lifestyle, plants can be beneficial to limit and relieve symptoms.
The witch hazel for hemorrhoids
The presence of hemorrhoids corresponds to an inflammation of the network of blood vessels present in the rectum. For some, these small vessels can dilate and become inflamed, causing pain, irritation and bleeding.
When the pain is less intense, witch hazel leaves and bark can bring relief. Rich in flavonoids, antioxidant substances originally brown, red and blue colors of their flowers, studies have shown that the leaves and bark could thin the blood and have a protective effect on blood vessels. One can also apply witch hazel topically in the form of cream.
Horse chestnut for legs heavy
Poor circulation can cause heaviness and pain in the lower limbs. They are sometimes accompanied by tingling and swelling or edema in the most advanced cases. This condition can also develop into varicose veins, which correspond to the appearance of dilated veins forming a bulge under the skin. More common in women, venous insufficiency is especially favored by heredity, overweight and physical inactivity.
Horse chestnut has long been used in venous disorders. These active ingredients contained in its seeds and bark, as are aescin aesculoside and have been studied extensively. They thus increase the venous tone and strengthen capillary resistance. They also reduce leg swelling.
An association with leaves of red vine and blackcurrants also give significant results in the treatment of venous insufficiency.
For the treatment of varicose veins, the use of the leaves and bark of witch hazel, rich in tannins and flavonoids is perfect. So the English have dubbed the plant the "digitalis veins!"
The hawthorn for hypertension
The pressure corresponds to a too high pressure of the blood against the arterial walls. This is the most common cardiovascular diseases. Under stress or during physical exertion, it is normal that blood pressure increases. But hypertensive individuals have a high voltage even at rest or in the absence of stress.
To fight against hypertension, cardiac disorder and responsible for serious vascular, drug treatment prescribed by a specialist is needed, and an impeccable lifestyle.
Herbal medicine, it is only effective on mild hypertension. Hawthorn, in particular, may be recommended in case of hypertension with tachycardia, slight tremors, nervousness, sweaty hands or dry mouth. Rich in flavonoids, it regulates blood pressure in addition to drug treatments.
Psyllium for cholesterol
Cholesterol is too high LDL-cholesterol (or "bad") cholesterol in the blood, which forms on the walls of the arteries plates causing lesions in the best, at worst a stroke and heart disease. The higher the LDL cholesterol in the blood, the higher the risk. Factors such as diabetes, genetic or smoking also contribute to the formation of the atherosclerotic plaques that clog the arteries.
To reduce cholesterol, the first thing to do is review his lifestyle: balanced diet, exit tobacco and live the sport!
However, some plants rich in fiber such as epsyllium can help reduce cholesterol absorption. Contrary to popular belief, garlic has a very modest role in the prevention of cholesterol.