Varicose Veins

Derived from a Latin word 'varix', which means twisted, varicose is a situation that arises as a result of weak veins. Veins are the carriers of impure blood, from the different parts of the body, back to the heart. When these veins become weak, instead of carrying the blood to the heart, they flow it back, thus resulting in congestion. Though the problem of varicose veins may occur in any part of the body, legs are the most susceptible region. The causes of varicose veins include pregnancy, obesity, long-standing periods and lack of exercise. Varicose veins can, however, be treated using home remedies. In the following lines, we have provided some of the ways to cure the problem at home.

• Aching or discomfort in the legs
• Burning sensation
• Itching on the legs
• Swelling of the ankles
• Muscular cramps
• Feeling of tiredness
• Purplish and pigmented skin
• Severe pain
• Development of red and white patches on the skin
• Twisted and bulging veins
• Skin ulcers near the ankle

• Sluggish circulation of blood due to
  Constipation
  Dietetic errors
  Lack of exercise
  Smoking
• Long-standing periods
• Wearing tight-fit clothing
• Pregnancy
• Obesity
• Crossing the legs, while sitting
• Poor diet
• Lack of exercise
• Prior surgery or trauma to the leg
• Age

• One of the most effective ways of treating varicose veins would be to have a combination of carrot and spinach juice. For this, combine 300 ml of carrot juice and 200 ml of spinach juice.
• Vitamin E and C are essential for the treatment of varicose vein. For this, take 3,000 mg of vitamin C and 600 to 1,200 mg of vitamin E daily.
• Staying on an all-fruit diet, for two to three days, is an easy solution for varicose veins. Thereafter, have a balanced diet that includes grains, seeds, nuts, raw vegetables and fresh fruits.
• Warm water enema is a good home remedy to cure varicose veins, as it helps cleanse the bowels.
• Applying apple cider vinegar to the varicose veins two times a day i.e. in the morning and evening would prove helpful in treating the problem. This would make the vein shrink back to their original size.
• Taking hot Epsom salt bath, two times in a week, will prove effective in treating varicose veins.
• Another useful home remedy would be to massage the affected area with rosemary oil.
• Take some fuller's earth powder and add some water to it, until it forms a paste. Apply this mudpack on the affected area at night and leave it on till the morning. Then, rinse off with water.
• In 4 ounces of carrier oil (almond oil), add 12 drops each of cypress and rosemary essential oils. Apply this mixture on the legs, by gently stroking them in an upward motion. This is an effective way to treat varicose veins.
• Applying vitamin E oil or witch hazel tea to the affected area serves as a good home remedy for varicose veins.
• Take hot and cold hip bath, alternately. This would prove to be beneficial in curing varicose veins.
• Mix together 2 cups each of chopped calendula flowers, leaves and stems, along with melted lard. After about 24 hours, heat the mixture and strain it. Apply this over the varicose veins.
• Avoid having potatoes, starchy foods, condiments, alcohol, coffee, strong tea, white flour products and white sugar, when suffering from varicose veins.