When the good weather arrives, you hesitate to swap your pair of jeans for a pretty miniskirt? Because: unsightly varicose veins grow on your legs and cause you feelings of heaviness.
15% to 30% of the population has varicose veins, a large majority of them women. How do you recognize varicose veins? What are the causes ? How can we fix it? We tell you everything.
Varicose veins are damaged veins in which blood can barely circulate. These are generally due to the accumulation of blood in the body due to the fragility of the walls and valves. Varicose veins can also occur in case of inflammatory imbalance. Bluish, varicose veins tend to spread on the legs and have sizes on the calves and thighs.
In more than 50% of cases, varicose veins are hereditary. They multiply after the age of 40 because of the weakening of the muscular tone and can occur at the time of the pregnancy following a strong dilatation venous and the weight of the fetus which decreases the tonicity of the venous walls. Fortunately, these disappear a few weeks after delivery.
Other causes can cause the appearance of varicose veins such as standing or sitting too long, hot baths, wearing too tight clothing or high exposure to the sun. But what to do when they persist? Which treatments to adopt?
Olive oil, an effective natural remedy
Fortunately, there are natural solutions for the treatment and prevention of varicose veins. Thanks to its high content of essential fatty acids, vitamin E and minerals, olive oil helps fight inflammation effectively and restores blood circulation in the body. In addition, its intake of omega 3 stimulates the passage of blood through the veins and its antioxidants reduce the dilation of the veins. We recommend its use by massage to relieve the feeling of heaviness and stimulate the functions of the lymphatic system at the lower part of the body.
Start by removing toxins and dead cells by exfoliating the skin of your legs with a natural scrub that's right for your body. Warm olive oil over low heat. Once warm, apply a few drops in the palm of your hands and spread the oil on your legs, ankles to the hips, making circular movements for about 10 minutes. Repeat this massage regularly once a day for two months and you will quickly see the results.
Some additional tips
It is quite possible to prevent the appearance of varicose veins through a good physical shape and a healthy diet. In fact, the overweight exerts a strong pressure on the veins located at the level of the legs and night the return of the blood towards the heart. To prevent the spread of varicose veins, eat a high-fiber diet and avoid salt as much as possible to reduce the swelling of varicose veins caused by water retention.
The compression of muscles caused by physical exercise facilitates venous return and prevents varicose veins. Focus on activities that involve the legs, such as walking, running, swimming or cycling. If you do not have time, you can practice raising the legs. To do so, simply lie on a bed or a couch and place ears under your legs. Repeat this exercise 3 to 4 times a day for about 20 minutes. Thus you will effectively relieve the symptoms associated with varicose veins and prevent their aggravation.
As soon as you can, apply cold water to the legs to improve blood circulation and reduce variceal swelling. In general, try to avoid heat sources that dilate the veins, such as saunas, tanning salons or waxing hot.
