Some of the most common problems
among women are visible, cracked capillaries, visible veins or painful and
swollen feet. These all are a sign that the blood vessels are weakened, mostly
because of external factors, and partly because of internal ones. However, they
also represent an aesthetic problem for each of us, since they are quite
unpleasant occurrence.
This is a problematic issue similar
to cellulite, the causes are different in each woman, but the majority of us
have it. The following simple advices can help you alleviate the problem.Standing, sitting and uncomfortable
shoes with too high or low heels, pregnancy, will only accelerate the process
of varicose veins.
In addition, nutrition is also
crucial, since the weakening of the vein wall can be prevented by consuming
enough animal protein and plenty of vitamin C. You should also avoid sugar and
trans fatty acids, since they can cause various body inflammations, which indirectly
can weaken the capillary walls.
The ingredient that you need to solve
these issues naturally is Horse Chestnut, the one that is growing as ornamental
tree in the parks. Here below are given 4 natural recipes for treatment of
capillaries and veins:
Balm for veins..
Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons of chestnut extract
- 2 teaspoons of chestnut tincture
- 2 g of beeswax
- 5 tsp of lanolin
- 3 tablespoons of macerate, St. John’s wort or marigold
Method of preparation:
In a narrow and high bowl, put the
lanolin and gradually add the extract and the tincture, by half a teaspoon of
each and stir them with a spoon until you get a homogeneous mixture.
The mixing will be going slowly, so
be patient. Now, melt the wax at a very low temperature, and then add it to the
mixture, heat it all and stir it until you get a homogeneous mixture. When
ready, pour the ointment into a suitable container, wait for it to cool and
then close the container.
Use:
Apply the ointment in a thin layer
and gently massage the affected area with movements in the direction of the
heart. Use it once a day and keep it at room temperature.
Tonic for veins..
Ingredients:
- 40 ml of chestnut extract
- 40 ml of chestnut tincture
- 10 drops of essential rosemary oil – for better circulation
Method of preparation:
Pour all the ingredients into a spray
bottle and shake it well.
Capillaries and Veins Treatment-
Recipe
Ingredients:
- 10 horse chestnut fruits, without the peel
- 1/2 l of homemade brandy
Method of preparation:
First, peel and chop the chestnuts
and put them in a jar. Pour the brandy over them. Seal the jar and leave it in
a warm (but not too warm) place for 3 weeks. Stir the mixture occasionally.
Strain the mixture through gauze
after three weeks and store the prepared remedy in a dark bottle.
Use:
This remedy is made for external use
in combination with marigold ointment.
Alcoholic extract for treatment of
capillaries and veins
Ingredients:
- 12 horse chestnut fruits, with crust
- 2-3 dl of homemade brandy
Method of preparation:
First chop the chestnuts using tongs
or a meat mallet. Then, put them in a jar and pour the brandy over them. Seal
the jar and leave it in a warm place for 6 weeks. Stir it occasionally. After
six weeks, strain the mixture and pour the medicine into a dark bottle.
Use:
This extract can be consumed in a
form of drops, in tea or water. It is advisable to drink it after a meal, since
it can irritate the stomach wall.
