What Foods to Eat for Healthy Veins

When it comes to your health, eating the foods that are best for you is an essential key to keeping your body and systems functioning properly. But did you know that you can eat the right foods to keep your veins working as well as they should be? In fact, there are many adults – about 20% of them, actually – who will suffer from a condition known as varicose veins, or spider veins, at least once during their lifetime. While these veins, which are usually a dark blue color and have a “spider-like” appearance, are typically harmless, they can be unsightly and affect self-esteem. For some people, they can also be painful. So what kind of foods can you eat to prevent spider veins by keeping your veins healthy, and what can you do if you already have spider veins?

Foods for Healthy Veins

It is already well known that eating a proper diet and getting adequate exercise can affect your overall health. But many people don’t know that eating the right foods can also help improve your circulation and keep your veins healthy. Here is a list of some of the foods that can do just that:

• Nuts and Seeds – Nuts and seeds, especially raw nuts and seeds, are very rich in important vitamins and minerals such as niacin and vitamin B3. Both of these are essential for proper blood flow and vein health.

• Garlic – Garlic is a favorite to cook with, and now you can feel even better about eating it! Garlic can increase blood circulation and is also known to be a natural blood thinner, which helps blood flow through the veins better.

• Celery – Many people use celery for cooking with or for eating raw. It is an excellent source of vitamin K, which can help with blood clotting, as well as make sure blood is flowing correctly through the veins.

• Bioflavonoids – These compounds do more than just add color to your favorite foods – they actually help prevent spider veins. Leafy greens and red and yellow vegetables should be staples in your diet.

• Fiber – Fiber is known for reducing constipation, which can actually put pressure on your veins and cause spider veins over time. Eating enough fiber can ease constipation and lessen the stress put on your veins.

• Vitamin C – Vitamin C is definitely a wonder vitamin, as it is helpful for many things. Along with boosting the immune system, foods that contain vitamin C can also help make your blood vessels stronger and prevent spider veins by regulating blood flow.

What to Do About Spider Veins

If you already have spider veins, there are treatments that you can undergo to help reduce or eliminate their appearance. While these treatments were once painful surgeries, they are now less invasive outpatient procedures that can work just as well in many cases! Sclerotherapy is a great way to treat spider veins for those who are candidates and can have lasting results that make you feel more comfortable in your own skin!

To learn more about spider veins, ways that you can protect against them, and treatment if you already have them, call the office of Dr. Ghozland today!