Prevention of Varicose Veins

Varicose veins can be prevented from occurring by following these recommendations:

Take breaks from prolong sitting or standing: A person must not sit or stand for a long time. Continuous sitting or standing can disturb the blood circulation. The valve may become unable to pass the blood to the heart and thereby causing blood pool and blood clotting. The person must take a short walk around or if possible, lie down straight for a while before continuing to stand or sit. This is an important step in the prevention of varicose veins. If the person has been sitting for a long time then standing for a while is advisable and vice versa if the person has been standing for a long time.

Weight check: it has been found that those who suffer the most from varicose veins are those who suffer from obesity. A stable and healthy weight is very important for the prevention of varicose veins.

Regular exercises: it is essential to remain active in order to live a healthy life. Young people must do regular exercises like jogging, cycling and dancing, etc. Older people can take long walks or try cycling. This will not only help keep varicose veins at bay but also any other diseases.

Avoid sitting with crossed legs: this is mostly applicable to women. Sitting with crossed legs stops easy flow of blood and causes varicose veins. Sitting straight is the best way but one must not sit for continuous hours.

Good diet: it is very important that a person takes a lot of fiber in his diet. Food rich in fiber includes oat, whole wheat, whole grains, barley, rye, rice, cabbage, carrot, beet, etc. a lot of green and leafy vegetables are recommended and eating fruits is also necessary. At the same time the consumption of food high in fats must be avoided. Dairy products and red meat are very bad and their addition will not do much good in the prevention of varicose veins.

Elevate the legs: it is advisable to try to elevate the legs every now and then. This improves the blood movement and prevents varicose veins.

Supplements: it is important to take supplements regularly so that the hormonal imbalances are corrected and varicose veins are averted.

High heels and tight fitted clothes: it is important that women avoid wearing high heels and choose flats. Tight fitted clothes must also be avoided and loose clothes should replace them.

Avoid sun exposure: varicose vein prevention also include the use of sunscreen lotion before stepping out into the sun.

Compressed support stocking: these stockings are found in any medical store and wearing them actually is good for the prevention of varicose veins. They give pressure on the veins and force the blood out of the pools in to the other blood veins. It is best if old people wear it while going on long journeys or while sitting at home also.