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We often suffer from pain, swelling or a feeling of heaviness in our legs. The situation is made worse by the lack of exercise and inappropriate footwear. Learn ways to deal with this unpleasant ailment.
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1/ 8 What about sedentary work?
It is worth making sure that you do not cross your feet while sitting at work. In addition, it is good to remember about simple exercises. You can make circular movements with your foot, move your toes and tighten your calf muscles. And every now and then you just have to get up for a while and walk around. However, after returning home, lie down for several minutes and put your legs above the body. Photo Shutterstock
2/ 8 Limit salt
Salt promotes water retention in the body, so you should limit its amount in the diet. Remember that salt is found in processed food products such as cold meats, canned food, ripened cheese and crisps. Photo Shutterstock
3/ 8 More traffic
For the proper functioning of the circulatory system, you should take care of regular physical activity. The choice is huge: jogging, cycling, swimming, brisk walking or just walking. When taking a shower after exercise, you can alternate warm and cold water. Photo Shutterstock
4/ 8 Lots of fluids
Keep your body properly hydrated. It is good to drink about 2 liters of fluid a day. It can be mineral water or any other non-carbonated drink. This will improve the operation of the veins. Photo Shutterstock
5/ 8 Lose weight
For the sake of the good condition of the legs, you need to get rid of unnecessary kilograms. If this is not possible through proper diet and exercise, it is good to consult a doctor in order to exclude a possible disease that hinders weight loss. Photo Shutterstock
6/ 8 Non-compressive tights
You should also avoid wearing tight tights or pressing socks or knee socks. It is worth getting special anti-swelling tights. Photo Shutterstock
7/ 8 The right shoes
Better to avoid wearing high-heeled shoes frequently. Let us only put them on when it is really necessary. Every day we wear low heels with flexible soles. Photo Shutterstock
8/ 8 A healthy diet
A well-chosen diet is a very important element in the prevention of heavy legs. It is better to eat sweets in moderation and avoid fatty foods. The excess of sugar and fats adversely affects the condition of our circulatory system, promotes atherosclerosis. However, you have to take care of eating vegetables and fruits. Do not overdo it with alcohol and limit, or preferably give up smoking. Photo Shutterstock