It is not always possible to prevent the development of varicose veins, but with regular implementation of preventive measures, you can significantly reduce the risk of its appearance.
For this purpose, traditional medicine is used, since, unlike chemical drugs, they do not have a negative effect on the body. But there is a small number of contraindications, so you first need to consult a doctor.
The importance of preventing varicose veins
Vascular disease leads to the appearance of a venous pattern on the legs, which makes a person feel uncomfortable while in society. This feature of pathology is very worried about the female half of the population, because they want their legs to be perfect. Reddened skin, swelling and swollen veins do not look aesthetically pleasing. At the same time, the girl feels unattractive and becomes irritable.
But moral discomfort is only a small problem with varicose veins. With the aggravation of the course of the disease, a person develops severe pain, heaviness and cramps in the legs, which do not allow normal movement. A person loses his independence, because he needs constant help from loved ones.
In order to avoid the appearance of such problems, doctors recommend that men and women adhere to the rules for the prevention of varicose veins. In people at risk, they will help reduce the risk of developing pathology.
But prevention is also important for patients who have already been diagnosed with varicose veins. Folk remedies used during the treatment period will increase its effectiveness and prevent the appearance of dangerous complications:
- phlebitis;
- thrombophlebitis;
- deep vein thrombosis;
- trophic ulcer;
- thromboembolism.
Varicose veins of the lower extremities can spread to the pelvic organs. In this case, men can develop varicocele, which becomes the cause of infertility.
In women, complications of vascular pathology can negatively affect the course of pregnancy. In severe cases, doctors even advise to interrupt it.
The importance of prevention lies in preventing mental and physical discomfort, as well as in preventing the development of complications that can lead to death.
Folk remedies
Recipes based on medicinal plants are easy to prepare on your own, therefore, such prevention is carried out at home at any convenient time. First, you need to consult with a therapist and conduct an allergy test, which allows you to identify the presence of an individual intolerance to the chosen folk remedy.
For oral administration
In order to strengthen the walls of blood vessels and improve blood circulation in them, it is recommended to use the following tinctures and decoctions:
- horse chestnut. 100 g of flowers are poured into 1 liter of alcohol. The tool is insisted for 2 weeks in a dark cool place, shaking occasionally. 1 tsptinctures are added to a glass of pure water and drunk before meals 3 r. per day;
- nettle. The broth is prepared by brewing 2 tsp. crushed leaves 250 ml of boiling water. They drink it in 1 tbsp. l. 2 p. per day for 2 weeks;
- rue. 50 g of a dry plant is poured with 250 ml of alcohol and insisted for 14 days. The resulting product is filtered through cheesecloth and consumed on an empty stomach, 15 drops each, diluting them in a glass of water;
- ground nutmeg (1 tsp) is poured with boiling water (250 ml) and consumed in the form of tea with the addition of 1 tsp. honey 1 hour before meals;
- 1 tbsp. l. chopped leaves and bark of a hazelnut pour 250 ml of boiling water. Use the remedy 3 r. per day, 150 ml for 3 months.
Raw buckwheat also has a strengthening property. It is crushed to a powdery state and eaten daily on an empty stomach 1 tbsp. l. the resulting cereal, washed down with water.
Important!
When using products with nutmeg, be aware of its toxicity. The daily dosage should not exceed 1 tsp.
External use
You can increase the elasticity and firmness of blood vessels with the help of compresses and rubbing:
- finely chopped Kalanchoe leaves are poured with alcohol in a 1: 1 ratio. Insist on the remedy for 2 weeks, and then rub the legs with it every day before going to bed;
- 2-3 unpeeled garlic cloves are rubbed on a fine grater and mixed with butter in a 1: 2 ratio. The compress is applied at night;
- freshly picked chestnut leaves are crushed until a mushy mass is obtained, which is applied to the legs for 8-10 hours, wrapping the legs with a bandage;
- Apple vinegar. It needs to be made from fruit juice or purchased from the store. In the evening or in the morning you need to take 30 minutes. wrap your legs with a cloth dipped in undiluted vinegar. Put a film and a warm scarf on top. The legs should remain in an elevated position (on a pillow) throughout the procedure.
Important!
When buying apple cider vinegar, look at its composition. If it contains acetic acid and apple flavor, it will not work.
External remedies are recommended to be used for 1-1. 5 months, and then take a break for 2-4 weeks.
Varicose veins treatment recipes
In folk medicine, there are recipes that alleviate the symptoms of the disease and speed up the healing process:
- aloe juice, honey, crushed laundry soap, ichthyol ointment, lard, Vishnevsky ointment and onion juice are mixed in equal proportions and the resulting mass is heated to body temperature. Then it is applied to the affected veins for 10 hours and the legs are wrapped in polyethylene, warming them on top with a warm scarf or blanket. The course of treatment includes 20 daily procedures;
- green clay is diluted with water until a creamy consistency is obtained. The product is applied to a clean cloth and wrapped around the sore leg, fixing it with a bandage. After 40-60 minutes. the compress is removed. Manipulation is performed by 1 r. a day every other day for 2-3 months;
- 8 tbsp. l. dry and crushed acacia flowers are poured with 200 ml of vodka and the product is left to infuse in a container with a closed lid for 10 days. Filter the finished tincture and rub it thoroughly into the affected areas. After that, the legs should take 30 minutes. be in a raised position. The procedure is carried out daily for 3 months;
- in a bucket filled with 10 liters of cool water (not lower than 20 degrees), add 0. 5 liters of apple cider vinegar and lower your feet there for 7 minutes. Baths should be carried out every evening for 2-3 months.
Treatment with folk remedies is carried out after prior consultation with a doctor. If the general condition worsens, it must be stopped.
Nutrition and diet
The main principle of prevention is considered to be adherence to the norms of a balanced diet. If you belong to a risk group or you have been diagnosed with varicose veins, then you need to exclude the following foods from the menu:
- smoked meats;
- pickles;
- flour and confectionery products;
- fatty meat and fish;
- spices;
- sausage;
- semi-finished products;
- chocolate;
- high fat dairy products;
- grenades;
- bananas;
- mango.
Carbonated and alcoholic drinks are prohibited. It is also recommended to limit the consumption of coffee, cocoa and rose hips, which have a diuretic effect.
The diet should be enriched with the following foods:
- fruits high in vitamin C (citrus fruits, kiwi);
- cherries, cherries and garlic help reduce blood viscosity;
- remove excess fluid from the body gooseberries, strawberries, currants;
- vegetables and herbs;
- vegetable oil;
- low-fat dairy products;
- liver;
- cereals will increase the supply of fiber in the body;
- seafood;
- lean meat and fish.
Food can be served boiled, stewed or steamed. It is also necessary to monitor the volume of fluid consumed, on which the viscosity of the blood depends.
The purpose of the diet is to normalize metabolism and eliminate stagnation that cause excess weight, hormonal disruptions and the development of inflammatory diseases. Such violations over time lead to the development of varicose veins.
It is important for men and women to pay attention to the prevention of vascular pathologies, since their untimely treatment leads to life-threatening complications. The use of folk remedies will help the safest for the body to reduce the risk of developing pathology and improve the general condition of the body.