The nutritionist named the causes of venous insufficiency

In summer, many people experience swelling and heaviness in their legs, which may be due to venous insufficiency. This was announced on July 1 by nutritionist Victoria Sergeeva.

In conversation with RuNews24.ru She said that among the risk factors are heredity, excess weight, physical inactivity, dehydration, tight clothes, uncomfortable shoes and long trips. If there are several of them, it is worth considering prevention.

The expert clarified that prevention includes nutrition, lifestyle and physical activity, prevention of vitamin and mineral deficiencies, RT notes.

Sergeeva advised drinking more water, wearing compression stockings when traveling, avoiding alcohol and tight clothing, and including vegetables, berries, protein, and fiber in the diet. 360.ru . Fast food, sweets and trans fats should be avoided.

Simple measures will help to reduce the strain on the veins and feel comfortable even in the heat.

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At the end of June, Vadim Bogachev, a phlebologist and vascular surgeon, spoke about the first symptoms of varicose veins. The expert noted that varicose veins are often referred to as a disease with a female face — it is four times more common in women. This is due, among other things, to pregnancy, childbirth, and heredity.