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It is not always possible to prevent the development of varicose veins, but with regular application of preventive measures, you can significantly reduce the risk of its occurrence.
For this, traditional medicine is used, as, unlike chemical medicines, they do not have a negative effect on the body. But there are a small number of contraindications, so you should first consult a doctor.
The importance of preventing varicose veins
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Vascular diseases lead to the appearance of a venous pattern in the legs, which makes a person feel uncomfortable when in company. This feature of the pathology is of great concern to the female half of the population because they want their feet to be perfect. Red skin, swelling and swollen veins do not look aesthetically pleasing. At the same time, the girl feels unattractive and becomes nervous.
But moral concern is just a small problem with varicose veins. As the course of the disease worsens, a person develops severe pain, aggravation and cramps in the legs, which do not allow normal movement. A person loses his independence because he needs constant help from loved ones.
To avoid the occurrence 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 occurrence of dangerous complications:
- phlebitis;
- thrombophlebitis;
- deep vein thrombosis;
- trophic ulcers;
- thromboembolism.
Varicose veins of the lower extremities can spread to the pelvic organs. In this case, varicocele can develop in men, which becomes the cause of infertility.
In women, complications of vascular pathology can adversely affect the course of pregnancy. In severe cases, doctors even advise discontinuing it.
The importance of prevention lies in preventing mental and physical distress, as well as in preventing the development of complications that can lead to death.
Folk remedies
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Herbal recipes are easy to prepare yourself, therefore, such prevention is carried out at home at any convenient time. First, you should consult a therapist and do an allergy test, which allows you to identify the presence of an individual intolerance to the chosen folk remedy.
For oral administration
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 thrown into 1 liter of alcohol. The tool is insisted for 2 weeks in a cool dark place, shaking occasionally. 1 tablespoon of tinctures is added to a glass of clean water and drunk before meals 3 r. in day;
- nettle. The juice is prepared by drinking 2 tablespoons. 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 dried herbs are poured with 250 ml of alcohol and insist 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 teaspoon) is poured with boiling water (250 ml) and consumed in tea form with the addition of 1 tablespoon. honey 1 hour before meals;
- 1 tablespoon. l. chopped leaves and bark of a hazelnut pour 250 ml boiling water. Use medicine 3 r. per day, 150 ml for 3 months.
Raw buckwheat also has a tonic property. It is crushed into a powder and eaten daily on an empty stomach 1 tablespoon. l. the resulting cereals are washed with water.
Important!
When using nutmeg products, consider its toxicity. The daily dose should not exceed 1 tablespoon.
External use
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You can increase the elasticity and stability of blood vessels with the help of compresses and rubbing:
- Finely chopped Kalanchoe leaves are poured with alcohol in a ratio of 1: 1. Insist on the medicine for 2 weeks, and then rub your feet with it every day before going to bed;
- 2-3 cloves of unpeeled garlic are rubbed on a fine grater and mixed with butter in a ratio of 1: 2. The compress is applied overnight;
- Fresh chestnut leaves are pressed until a soft mass is obtained, which is applied to the feet for 8-10 hours, wrapping the legs with a bandage;
- Uthull molle. It should be made from fruit juice or bought from the store. In the evening or morning you should take 30 minutes. wrap the feet with a cloth soaked in undiluted vinegar. Put a film and a warm scarf on top. The legs should stay in an upright position (on a pillow) throughout the procedure.
Important!
When buying apple cider vinegar, look at its ingredients. 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.
Recipes for the treatment of varicose veins
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In folk medicine there are recipes that alleviate the symptoms of the disease and speed up the healing process:
- Aloe juice, honey, granulated laundry soap, ichthyol oil, salon, Vishnevsky oil and onion juice are mixed in equal proportions and the resulting mass is heated to body temperature. It is then applied to the affected veins for 10 hours and the legs are wrapped in polyethylene by warming them up with a warm scarf or blanket. The course of treatment includes 20 daily procedures;
- the green clay is diluted with water until a creamy consistency is obtained. The product is applied to a clean cloth and wrapped around the injured leg, fixing it with a bandage. After 40-60 minutes. the compress is removed. Manipulation is performed with 1 r. one day every other day for 2-3 months;
- 8 tablespoons. l. dried and crushed acacia flowers are poured with 200 ml of vodka and the product is left to enter in a container with a closed lid for 10 days. Filter the finished tincture and rub it thoroughly on the affected areas. After that, the legs should last 30 minutes. be in an elevated position. The procedure is performed daily for 3 months;
- in a bucket filled with 10 liters of cold water (not lower than 20 degrees), add 0, 5 liters of apple cider vinegar and lower the legs there for 7 minutes. Baths should be done 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 should be discontinued.
Nutrition and diet
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The main principle of prevention is considered to be the observance of the norms of a balanced diet. If you belong to a risk group or have been diagnosed with varicose veins, then you should exclude the following foods from the menu:
- smoked meat;
- pickle;
- flour and confectionery;
- fatty meats and fish;
- spices;
- salam;
- semi-finished products;
- chocolate;
- high-fat dairy products;
- grenade;
- bananas;
- mango.
Carbonated and alcoholic beverages are prohibited. It is also recommended to limit the consumption of coffee, cocoa and rose, which have a diuretic effect.
The diet should be enriched with the following foods:
- fruits rich in vitamin C (citrus, kiwi);
- cherries, cherries and garlic help lower blood viscosity;
- remove excess juice from the body eggplant, strawberries, currants;
- vegetables and herbs;
- vegetable oil;
- low-fat dairy products;
- liver;
- cereals will increase the supply of fiber to the body;
- seafood;
- lean meats 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 disorders 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, as their premature treatment leads to life-threatening complications. The use of folk remedies will help reduce the risk of developing pathology in the safest way for the body and improve the overall condition of the body.