How To Treat Varicose Veins And Telangiectasia

Varicose veins and telangiectasias  are more than just cosmetic issues that leave you ashamed to show your legs. They are serious problems that can be caused by a variety of factors and require intensive care to treat them properly.

In this article we share some tips to treat varicose veins and telangiectasia naturally and effectively.

Thereby varicose veins and teleangi ë ctasieën caused?

You may have noticed a purple telangiectasia (small dilated blood vessels) on your legs here and there, but you haven’t paid much attention to it. However, it is wise to keep a close eye on this situation and make sure that the problem does not get worse.

Remember that only a doctor can make the correct diagnosis for your situation. In addition, it is important that you try to find out what is causing the varicose veins or telangiectasias on your legs.

Over time, if left untreated, varicose veins can even become painful. This can keep you from exercising too much or doing your normal daily activities.

Fortunately, with enough dedication, you can get rid of these intractable problems.

Some changes in your daily habits can greatly improve the appearance of these problems. Varicose veins can be caused, for example, by:

• overweight
• Having a sedentary lifestyle

• To smoke
• family history
• Circulatory problems

Tips to deal with varicose veins and telangiectasia

Sometimes we are advised to change our daily habits, but we are not sure why.

The tips in this article will not only help improve the appearance of varicose veins or telangiectasias, but they  will also help improve other health conditions that you may be suffering from.

Better circulation

This is an important aspect for blood flow in every part of the body, not just the legs. Light forms of exercise, such as walking the dog, walking in the park, cycling or swimming are great for good circulation.

You can also raise your legs when you are at home. It is wise not to sit or stand for too long and try to change position as often as possible.

To lose weight

Obesity or overweight are in many cases the culprit for varicose veins or telangiectasias. This is because your legs have to carry more weight and the veins have to work harder to pump blood back to your heart.

Try a diet that reduces the need to eat so that you can shed those extra pounds that put more strain on your lower limbs.

Wear compression socks or stockings

People who have to travel a lot for work often choose to wear compression socks. You can buy these socks without a prescription at the pharmacy or in stores like Hema. We recommend  wearing them all day long, not just when you have to sit or stand.

Nevertheless, it is a good idea to consult your doctor first to find out what kind of compression socks you need and how long you should wear them to treat or avoid future problems.

Massage your legs

Try massaging your legs every afternoon or evening when you get home from work (or even just a few times a week if you don’t think every day is feasible) to improve circulation.

Support your massage with essential oils, such as lavender oil, olive oil, eucalyptus oil, or any other scent you like.

Elevate your legs while sleeping

You can do this in several ways.

• The best way is to place a few pillows under your ankles so that your legs are higher than your torso.
• You can also try raising the foot of your bed with concrete blocks or something similar to make sure your legs are higher than your head.
• Another way to improve circulation in your legs is to elevate your legs above your heart for a few minutes. For example, you can lean your feet against the wall while lying on the floor or on your bed or couch.

 Improve your diet

It’s also a good idea to make sure you’re getting more antioxidants. Antioxidants will ensure that your arteries remain strong and healthy. A higher intake of bioflavonoids can also help to make telangiectasias less visible.

Citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruits are especially rich in bioflavonoids.

Natural remedies for varicose veins and telangiectasia

By now you have already learned some ways to improve the appearance of your varicose veins and telangiectasias and you know that your diet plays an important role in this process. That’s why we now want to share with you some of the best home remedies to eliminate varicose veins and telangiectasias.

cranberries

Cranberries can help improve circulation by being vasodilators that help thin the blood while strengthening the walls of the arteries.

In addition, these berries are rich in the bioflavonoids that we have discussed above. Try to eat at least one handful of cranberries a day, either on their own or in a salad.

Marigold

This plant is beneficial for both your skin and your inner health. Marigold, or calendula, can help improve the structure of your arteries while also slowing down the aging process that occurs over time and as a result of bad habits.

Marigold can help:

• repair damaged tissue
• inhibit inflammation
• eliminate swelling in the limbs

You can buy natural marigold ointment at the health food store and apply it to your legs every night before going to bed. You can also make your own ointment at home.

Ingredients

• 1 handful of marigold petals
• 1 liter of water

Preparation

• Mash the leaves together with the water until you have a paste.
• Apply this ointment to the affected areas of the body every evening.
• Rinse it off the next morning.
• Repeat this every day for at least a month.

witch hazel

This herb has astringent properties that can help keep the heart and circulatory system open and relieve the heaviness in the legs that often cause varicose veins. Consume witch hazel in the form of tea.

Ingredients

• 5 gr. dried witch hazel leaves (1 teaspoon)
• 250 ml boiling water (1 cup)

Preparation

Make a tea as you normally would and drink it when it has reached a comfortable temperature.

If you prefer to apply witch hazel externally, you can use witch hazel water for this. You make this water in the same way as the tea. However, do not drink the tea, but let it cool down completely and then apply the water to the legs with a cloth or cotton ball.