Many people nowadays have varicose veins.
Indeed, this pathology is more and more frequent.
According to studies, about 25% of women and 10% of men have varicose veins.
Varicose veins are characterized by dilation of the veins which appears under the skin.
Most often, varicose veins form in the thighs and calves, due to abnormal dilation of the walls of the veins.
As a result, this causes the valves to malfunction and the blood circulation to stagnate.
Varicose veins can cause many symptoms, including:
- a feeling of heavy legs,
- pains,
- tiredness,
- an unpleasant feeling in the legs, which only movements can relieve and
- burning sensations.
Most importantly, dilated veins are visible to the eye, and their unsightly appearance is a concern for many people.
In most cases, varicose veins have no specific cause.
On the other hand, we know that certain elements are linked to the appearance of venous insufficiencies:
- heredity,
- activities that require standing for a long time,
- overweight,
- taking birth control pills,
- the constipation,
- hormonal changes during pregnancy,
- puberty and
- menopause.
To make varicose veins disappear, there are medical and surgical treatments that are very expensive.
But, fortunately, there are also alternative and 100% natural treatments. .
Indeed, many medicinal plants are known for their beneficial properties against varicose veins.
So, without further ado, here are the 10 natural remedies that reduce the feeling of heavy legs and make varicose veins disappear . Watch:
It is one of the best allies against varicose veins.
Acting as a natural detoxifier in the body, apple cider vinegar also improves blood circulation.
Thanks to apple cider vinegar, the blood begins to circulate normally again, which considerably reduces the feeling of heaviness in the legs and the appearance of varicose veins.
How to
- Put pure apple cider vinegar on the affected area and gently massage the varicose veins. Do this treatment in the morning when you wake up and in the evening before going to bed. Continue for a few months to reduce the dilation of the varicose veins.
- Put 2 teaspoons of cider vinegar in a glass of water and stir well. Drink this mixture 2 times a day for at least 1 month.
Don't have apple cider vinegar at home? Here is the easy recipe for making apple cider vinegar from your leftover apples!
Cayenne pepper has been recognized for centuries as a miracle treatment for varicose veins.
With its exceptional content of vitamin C and flavonoids, it stimulates blood circulation and relieves pain from swollen and clogged veins.
How to
- Mix 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper powder in a glass of hot water.
- Drink this mixture 3 times a day for 1 or 2 months.
If medicinal plants are effective treatments against varicose veins, it is mainly because they improve blood circulation.
However, a simple massage with olive oil stimulates blood circulation and reduces inflammation and the sensation of pain.
How to
- Mix olive oil and vitamin E oil, in equal parts. Heat it slightly, then massage the varicose veins with this hot oil for several minutes. Repeat this treatment twice a day, for 1 to 2 months.
- If you don't have vitamin E oil, you can also mix 4 drops of cypress essential oil in 2 teaspoons of warm olive oil. Massage this mixture on the affected area.
Known for its powerful anti-inflammatory properties, garlic also helps reduce the symptoms of varicose veins. In addition to this, it destroys the toxins present in the blood, thus improving blood circulation.
How to
1. Finely chop six cloves of garlic and put them in a clean glass jar.
2. Squeeze the juice from three oranges and pour it into the jar.
3. Also add two tablespoons of olive oil.
4. Let the mixture sit for about 12 hours.
5. Shake the jar and put a few drops of the mixture on your fingertips.
6. Spread the mixture on your varicose veins for 15 minutes, making circular movements.
7. Wrap the affected area with a clean cotton cloth and leave on overnight.
8. Repeat this treatment every night for several months.
Raw garlic is good for your health! So also consider adding raw garlic to your daily diet.
To discover: If You Eat Garlic And Honey On An Empty For 7 Days, This Is What Happens To Your Body.
Butcher's broom, or petit-holly, is a thorny bush with small leaf-shaped branches and red berries. It is also called prickly boxwood , thorny myrtle or rat spine .
Buttercup is particularly effective in relieving the pain and impatience of varicose veins.
In addition, butternut holly naturally contains ruscogenin, a molecule used to narrow blood vessels due to its anti-inflammatory and anti-elastase properties.
How to
Take 100 mg of buttercup in capsules, 3 times a day.
Made from the roots of the plant, buttercup capsules contain vitamins B and C as well as calcium, chromium, magnesium, manganese, potassium, selenium, silicon and zinc.
Buttercup capsules help fight inflammation and reduce the dilation of varicose veins, as well as improve blood circulation to the upper legs.
Note: Because of its vasoconstrictor properties, people with high blood pressure or benign prostatic hyperplasia should consult their doctor before taking products containing buttercup.
This North American shrub is also called witches hazel . Its bark and leaves are used for their vasoconstrictor and astringent properties (that is, which tighten the organic tissues).
Witch hazel is a very effective medicinal plant to strengthen the walls of blood vessels, and thus reduce the appearance and symptoms of varicose veins.
In addition to its astringent properties, witch hazel also contains gallic acid and several essential oils that help reduce the dilation and pain of varicose veins.
How to
- Moisten a washcloth with witch hazel floral water, which you will use to cover the affected area. Repeat this treatment 2 to 3 times a day, for 1 or 2 months.
- You can also run a bath of lukewarm water and add 10 to 20 drops of distilled witch hazel. Soak your legs in it for at least 15 minutes. Then, rinse your legs with clear water and pat dry. Repeat this treatment once a day, for 1 or 2 months.
Horse chestnuts have been used for centuries as a treatment for varicose veins.
Attention, this seed should not be confused with the edible chestnut, the chestnut, which is the fruit of the chestnut tree.
Horse chestnut has anti-inflammatory properties and reduces the swelling of the veins, thus helping to increase the tone of the walls and make varicose veins disappear.
Among the compounds found in horse chestnut seed extract is aescin, which increases the elasticity of veins and blocks enzymes that can damage capillary vessel walls.
According to several clinical studies, horse chestnut extract is an effective short-term treatment for the symptoms of varicose veins.
How to
- Horse chestnut gel is easily found in organic stores. Apply this gel to the affected area, twice a day. Used regularly, horse chestnut gel helps to significantly reduce swelling and pain in the legs.
- You can also use horse chestnut capsules. The most common dosage is 300 mg, 2 times a day. Never take raw horse chestnut, as it contains high amounts of aesculin, a known toxic compound.
Note: this remedy is not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Parsley is rich in vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that promotes collagen production and helps cell regeneration and formation.
Parsley also contains rutoside (3% of its leaves). This compound plays an important role in strengthening the capillary vessels, which makes it very useful in alleviating the symptoms of varicose veins.
How to
1. Chop a handful of fresh parsley and boil in 25 cl of water for 5 min.
2. Remove from the heat, cover and let cool until the solution is lukewarm.
3. Filter through a sieve.
4. Add 1 drop of rose essential oil and 1 drop of marigold macerate (Calendula officinalis ).
5. Let the solution sit in the refrigerator for several minutes.
6. Using a piece of cotton, apply the solution to the affected area.
7. To make varicose veins disappear, repeat this treatment every day for several months.
Also, try to eat raw parsley as often as possible.
Red vine leaves have a high content of flavonoids, known for their beneficial virtues on the veins.
But that's not all. Thanks to their astringent, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and homeostatic properties, red vine leaves are a very effective treatment for varicose veins.
How to
1. Boil 15 g of red vine leaves in 1 liter of water for 10-15 minutes.
2. Leave to infuse for several minutes, until the solution is lukewarm.
3. Pour everything into a small basin and soak your feet in this bath for 5 min.
4. Now put your feet in a basin of cold water for 10 sec.
5. Repeat this treatment 3 or 4 times in a row, always ending with a cold water foot bath.
6. Next, massage your legs with castor oil, starting from the bottom to the top of the legs.
7. To finish, put your legs in an elevated position for a few minutes.
As an alternative treatment, be aware that you can also find capsules of red vine leaves in organic stores, or here on the Internet.
Marigold is not just a beautiful flower. Rich in flavonoids and vitamin C, this medicinal plant stimulates collagen production and promotes cell regeneration and formation.
But above all, marigold improves blood circulation, thus relieving the various symptoms of varicose veins.
How to
1. Boil a handful of marigold flowers in 1 liter of water for 5 minutes.
2. Soak a piece of cotton cloth in this solution, which you will use to cover the affected area.
3. Let sit until fabric cools completely.
4. Repeat this treatment several times a day, for a few months, until you notice an improvement.
And if you have them in your garden, know that you can also eat marigold petals.
There you go, with these 10 grandmother's remedies, you will be able to reduce the swelling and pain associated with varicose veins :-)
But above all, these herbal remedies will help you get rid of those nasty dilated veins!
In addition, be aware that there are several preventive treatments to prevent the appearance of varicose veins.
Regular walking, cycling or swimming are particularly recommended.
Indeed, these physical activities facilitate venous return from the legs to the heart.
