Natural Remedies For Varicose Veins

Do you have varicose veins? Read todays thoughts fot some things to do about them.

Varicose veins happen when valves inside the veins are weak, or return of blood from congested areas is inefficient and the veins may become enlarged and swollen.

You could check at your health food store for traditional herbal remedies that have been used to strengthen the veins and improve circulation. Be sure to check if the herbs interfere with any medications that you are taking.

To relieve varicose veins, also check your health food store for a homeopathic combination put together for the problem. Homeopathic remedies often help to relieve discomfort that comes with varicose veins, and may help to prevent their worsening.

To relieve the varicose veins:

1. Don't cross your legs when sitting
2. Avoid standing for long periods of time. If you job requires it, alternate your weight from one leg to the other every few minutes.
3. Keep your weight down.
4. Wear elastic support socks that go up to, but do not cover, the knee.
5. Eat high fiber foods, 5 to 7 servings of fresh vegetables and fruit. These keep you regular.
6. Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day.
7. Exercise regularly. Walking is a great way to help clear the congestion.
8. Elevate your legs when resting or watching TV.

If after a few weeks, you don't find some relief, you may want to make an appointment with a homeopathic doctor, or health care consultant to pin point your specific needs to give you some relief from varicose veins.

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