Plants to help heavy legs
Heaviness and pain in the legs, swelling, tingling … the feeling of heavy legs is a frequent annoyance. It is particularly common during hot weather but can have many other possible causes (eg prolonged sitting or standing). Fortunately, natural solutions exist to effectively relieve the feeling of heavy legs. Zoom in on 4 plants to quickly find a feeling of lightness in the legs!
1. Peppermint
Among the many species of mint, peppermint (Mentha piperita) has generated a great deal of interest in relieving the feeling of heavy legs. Its leaves indeed contain an essential oil rich in menthol, a compound which is known for its fresh and powerful smell as well as its immediate refreshing effect. Peppermint essential oil is a precious ally to relieve pain in the legs and regain a feeling of lightness.
2. Scots pine
Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) also has significant benefits for relieving the feeling of heavy legs. This slender tree native to Europe and North Asia has small needles that can be used to make an essential oil with multiple well-being benefits. It presents in particular energizing and tonic effects, as well as benefits in terms of blood and lymphatic circulation. The essential oil of Scots pine is thus ideal for combating the poor venous return at the origin of the feeling of heavy legs. Know that it can also be beneficial to fight water retention, cellulite or varicose veins. An essential oil essential in the aromatherapy kit!
3. Rosemary
An emblematic shrub of the Mediterranean rim, rosemary is not only an aromatic plant to enhance summer dishes. It can also help fight against the feeling of heavy legs which still too often tends to disrupt summer vacations. The flowering tops of officinal rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) are harvested to extract an essential oil containing powerful active ingredients: pinenes, camphor, 1,8 cineole. These natural compounds make it possible to bet on a double action: a cardiotonic action to promote blood circulation and a neuromuscular action to relieve pain. Suffice to say that rosemary essential oil does not lack assets to say goodbye to heavy, swollen, swollen and painful legs during the summer.
4. Blackcurrant
Blackcurrant, or blackcurrant, can also help regain a feeling of lightness in the legs. We all know its small black berries with a tangy taste. On the other hand, their benefits for health and well-being are sometimes less well known. Berries contain many natural active ingredients, including polyphenols. They are powerful natural antioxidants that oppose the accumulation of oxidizing species harmful to cell survival. Certain compounds of the small black berries also have a beneficial action on the venous circulation and allow to relieve the feeling of heavy legs.
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Le PHYTOSUN Arôms Light Legs Gel combines 6 essential oils (Peppermint, Eucalyptus Radiata, Litsea, Scots Pine, Rosemary 1.8 and Geranium). This gel helps to provide not only an immediate sensation of freshness and lightness, but also a lasting relaxing effect. Its gel texture with a pleasant scent, penetrates quickly and softens the skin without leaving a greasy finish. It doesn’t stick.
The PHYTOSUN Arôms Light Legs Capsules have been formulated and dosed optimally to provide a response to people with a natural predisposition or in situations that promote discomfort (airplane, high heat, prolonged standing position, etc.). Associated with 4 essential oils (Landes pine, Balsam fir, Eucalyptus Smithii and Eucalyptus Globulus), blackcurrant extract supports circulation to promote light legs.
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