Our legs pain due to bone infection,decrease in bone density, over work, etc., bone density start decreasing at the age of 30, but age is now not the factor. varicose veins is one of the major problem, which everyone is suffering now and then. Around 30% of adults are suffering from varicose veins, of which the starting age is just 30 years. But what is this varicose veins?

Our heart pumps blood in arteries to veins and veins again pumps back through valves to arteries. When small valve gets damaged and does not pump back, there form the varicose veins. It appears swollen in blue or dark purple color, swollen and enlarged. Varicose veins are mostly seen in legs, because our body weight pressurizes on legs, as we constantly stand and sit and the lower part is affected the most. These are very painful and often lead to surgery. we can see heaviness, laziness, burning sensation, throbbing, itching in the legs. (Read: remedies for cellulite)

Why the blood in veins appears blue?

The blood in the vein pool and pump in the opposite direction with deoxygenated blood in it, that’s why it appears in blue or purple color.

What are the factors that lead to varicose veins?

Age:

Age factors a lot. The blood pump function in the heart from arteries to veins and returning back does not happen that effectively, and hence forms varicose veins in the legs and lower part of the body. (Read: How to remove Wrinkles)

Obesity:

The extra weight gain pressurizes on the legs, the blood in the vein pool and does not flow upward towards the heart, thus forming varicose in the veins. (Read: How to lose weight fast)

Pregnancy:

The blood in the body increases, but blood flow from legs to pelvis decreases. Uterus exerts pressure on the legs and forms varicose veins. (Read: Foods to avoid in Pregnancy)

Standing for a long time: standing for long time, does not allow blood flow back to heart and thus forms varicose veins

Home remedies for varicose veins:

Exercises and workouts: Exercises dissolves fat, increases blood circulation which in turn easily pushes the pool in the vein and thus remove varicose veins. Doing exercises regularly specially concentrating on the lower part of the body, will sort the problem Exercises like swimming, cycling, brisk walking, yoga, stretches, leg lifts, calf raises, will help to release the varicose veins.

Massage your legs:

Gentle massage on the legs will help to flow the blood circulation in the legs. It makes the twisted, enlarged and bulging veins straight and helps for easy blood flow

Ingredients:

Coconut oil or olive oil: few drops

Essential oil: few drops

How to apply?

Take few drops of coconut or olive oil

Mix it with essential oil

Gently massage on the legs in the upward strokes

Do not directly massage on the affected area

By massaging, on legs, it improves the blood circulation and removes the varicose veins

Compression stockings:

Wearing the fitted compression stockings, will help to a larger extent. The pressure builds up on the veins, pushes the blood to flow back to the heart, decreases the enlargement and gains back the elasticity in blood vessels.

Seek doctors advice, for stockings, as to how to wear and when to wear. It removes the blood clot and reduces the stagnation of blood in veins.

Apple cider vinegar :

We all know that ACV is known for blood circulation. It also removes the deoxygenated blood from the veins, pushing the blood to pump back towards heart . The swelling and heaviness in the legs also decreases. (Read: How to remove skin tags)

Ingredients:

ACV: little amount

How to apply?

Take some undiluted ACV

Rub on the affected area and keep it overnight

Next day morning wash off

Do this every day and the results can be seen clearly

Cypress oil :

Cypress oil is known for increasing blood circulation. By constantly rubbing on the affected areas twice a day the result will be seen.

Ingredients:

Cypress oil : few drops

Essential oil : few drops

How to apply?

Take few drops of cypress oil

Dilute it with essential oil like tea tree oil, lavender or peppermint oil

Rub on the affected area twice a day

The results can be seen within few months

Note : Cypress oil may sometimes result in swelling or muscle aches. If it is diluted with essential oil, then the result will be seen.

Cayenne powder:

The capsicin present in cayenne contains, blood thinning, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, which removes the blood clots, increases blood flow in the body. The vitamin C and flavonoids present protect the walls of blood vessels, increases collagen production and also makes them elastic.

Ingredients:

Cayenne powder: 1 tsp

Warm water: 1 glass

How to take?

Take 1 glass of warm water

Add 1 tsp of cayenne powder and stir well

Now drink

Do this for 1-2 months twice a day.

Witch hazel :

It contains Gallic acid and essential oils which reduces the itching, swollen and enlarged veins. It also contains anti-inflammatory properties, which regains elasticity in the blood vessels.

Ingredients :

witch hazel: 10-20 drops

Warm water : tub of

How to apply?

Take warm water in tub

Pour 10-20 drops in water

Clean your legs and soak your legs for 15 min

Again wash your legs and pat dry

or

Take a cloth and soak in the water

Squeeze the extra water

Wrap the cloth on the affected area for 15 min

Butcher’s broom :

Butcher’s broom is the one, which is used for treatment of varicose veins. It constricts blood vessels from constricts, removes swelling, increases blood circulation and itching. This is a herb which contains herb called Ruscogenin(RUS), reduces inflammation, while constricting blood from veins and pooling

How to apply?

Take 100 mg of butcher’s broom capsules extracted from the seeds and plants daily for 3 times

These are available at any generic stores

Bottom line :

If varicose veins exceeded its pain limit, then consult doctor first. Consult doctor regarding the dosage and usage of any of the above herbs.