It is not always possible to prevent the development of varicose veins, but with the regular implementation of preventive measures, it is possible to significantly reduce the risk of its occurrence.
For this purpose, traditional medicine is used, since, unlike chemical drugs, they do not have a negative effect on the body. But there are a small number of contraindications, so you must first 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 the pathology is very concerned about the female half of the population, because they want their legs to be perfect. Red skin, swelling, and swollen veins don't look aesthetically pleasing. At the same time, the girl feels unattractive and becomes irritable.
But moral distress 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.
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 pathologies.
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 adversely affect the course of pregnancy. In severe cases, doctors even recommend stopping it.
The importance of prevention lies in preventing mental and physical distress, as well as preventing the development of complications that can lead to death.
Folk remedies
Recipes based on medicinal plants are easy to prepare on their own, so such prevention is carried out at home at any convenient time. First, it is necessary to consult 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 from time to time. 1 tsp tinctures 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. chopped 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 insist 14 days. The resulting product is filtered through gauze 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 tablespoon. L. chopped leaves and bark of one hazelnut pour 250 ml of boiling water. Use remedy 3 r. per day, 150 ml for 3 months.
Raw buckwheat also has a strengthening property. It is crushed to a dusty state and consumed daily on an empty stomach 1 tbsp. L. the resulting cereal, washed with water.
Important!
When using products with nutmeg, be aware of its toxicity. The daily dose should not exceed 1 tsp.
External use
You can increase the elasticity and firmness of blood vessels with the help of compresses and rubs:
- finely chopped Kalanchoe leaves are poured with alcohol in a 1: 1 ratio. Insist on the remedy for 2 weeks, then rub your 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 harvested chestnut leaves are crushed until a pasty mass is obtained, which is applied to the legs for 8-10 hours, wrapping the legs with a bandage;
- Apple cider vinegar. It must be made with fruit juice or bought from the store. In the evening or in the morning it is necessary to take 30 minutes. wrap the legs with a cloth soaked in pure 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 shopping for apple cider vinegar, look at its ingredients. If it contains acetic acid and apple flavor, it won't work.
It is recommended to use external remedies for 1-1, 5 months, then take a break for 2-4 weeks.
Recipes for the treatment of varicose veins
In folk medicine there are recipes that relieve the symptoms of the disease and accelerate the healing process:
- aloe juice, honey, chopped 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, securing it with a bandage. After 40-60 minutes. the compress is removed. Manipulation is performed by 1 r. one day every other day for 2-3 months;
- 8 tbsp. L. the dried 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 dye and rub it thoroughly on 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 fresh water (not lower than 20 degrees), add 0, 5 liters of apple cider vinegar and lower the feet for 7 minutes. Baths should be done every evening for 2-3 months.
Treatment with folk remedies is carried out after consultation with a doctor. If the general condition worsens, it must be discontinued.
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 have been diagnosed with varicose veins, you must exclude the following foods from the menu:
- smoked meats;
- pickles;
- flour and pastry 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 advisable 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 rich in vitamin C (citrus, 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;
- grains will increase the amount 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 the stagnation that causes 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, as their premature treatment leads to life-threatening complications. The use of folk remedies will help reduce the risk of developing pathologies in the safest way for the body and improve the general condition of the body.