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Subject: Re: Reduce Varicose Veins.(KDEA_206) | |
Author: AMIR ABRO |
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Date Posted: 06:19:56 09/25/08 Thu In reply to: AMIR ABRO 's message, "Reduce Varicose Veins.(KDEA_206)" on 06:19:15 09/25/08 Thu >Although varicose veins certainly lack popularity -- >they are right down there with cellulite for the least >desirable bodily attribute -- they are actually quite >"popular" in that a great many people have them.Up to >30 million Americans have these ropey, bulging veins, >usually on the legs. Women age 30 and older are most >commonly affected, but no one is immune. Even Mick >Jagger of the Rolling Stones "can't get no >satisfaction" -- he reportedly has calves crisscrossed >by them.There are things you can do to reduce them: >Do regular exercise. Walking, running, cycling & >swimming keep blood vessels healthy. >Stick to a high-fibre & low-salt diet. Kick off the >high heels. Avoid tight-fitting clothings or >undergarments that restrict blood flow at the waist, >groin & legs (e.g. girdles, stockings & socks). If >elastic stockings are recommended, wear them before >getting out of bed in the morning. Don't leave legs >crossed or bent for a long period. If work requires >prolonged standing or sitting, move & stretch those >legs, rotate ankles & wiggle the toes once in a while. >Do leg stretching exercises daily. Raise legs above >the level of the heart whenever possible. Rest those >legs on pillows while sleeping. Stop smoking Although >varicose veins aren't usually considered a significant >health problem, they can make life miserable. >"Varicose veins shouldn't be viewed as only a cosmetic >concern," said Dr. Alan Hirsch, a specialist in >vascular medicine at the University of Minnesota. >Often, the discomfort over the veins' appearance is >equalled by the aching pain they can cause, >particularly after a long day of sitting or standing. >In addition, the veins may signal a higher risk for >other more serious blood vessel disorders. visit: rel=nofollow target=_blank >rel=nofollow target=_blank >href="http://www.nikhar-e-arab.com/varicoseveins.html"> >http://www.nikhar-e-arab.com/varicoseveins.html [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ] |