Lead a fierce battle against cellulite and varicose veins. To avoid more invasive procedures or injections, make way for a healthy lifestyle including physical activity, diet, herbal tonics and some spa treatments. For legs to crack!

A diet rich in color

Combined with a good diet and physical activity, healthy eating is the perfect tool to combat cellulite or orange peel that afflicts 90% of women post-puberty, all curves combined.These dimples are the result of a repository of subcutaneous fat, accompanied by water retention and an aging of the fabric. To improve the appearance of your legs, indulge in a diet rich in berries bursting with vitamin P, citrus for vitamin C and vitamin E for lawyers, protecting the vessels. Consumption of foods rich in fat and less carbohydrate, high fiber content, and good hydration can help eliminate and, therefore, reduce the appearance of cellulite rebels.

Unlike cellulite, varicose veins and edema, the main symptoms of the phenomenon called "heavy legs", are caused by a deficiency of the muscular wall of the vein, causing a decline in its tone, which causes poor circulation of blood. Again, genetics and hormonal fluctuations such as pregnancy, are decisive, but the feeding behavior may come significantly mitigate these disadvantages. Eat foods rich in flavonoids, which we find in fruits and vegetables and in tea and red wine as well. Beware of some spices such as pepper, chilli or mustard, as these promote inflammation. Opt for ginger, turmeric, onion and sage for their properties that they are more sweet. Avoid fatty or salty foods because they cause water retention and block the vessels. Finally, eat foods rich in fatty acids (omega-3 and omega-9) – Fish oils, canola oil, olive oil and nuts – as well as foods that contain anti-oxidants, such as leek, the asparagus, beans and tomato. Bon appetite!

Herbal medicine for healthy legs

Rather than relying solely on cosmetic products containing xanthines, retinoids and alpha-hydroxy acids, which admittedly have the ability to soften skin and stimulate circulation in the skin, choose herbal medicine: a safer way. Indeed, the healing properties of plants are known for many moons, and can promote good venous return and thus provide soulagements a few times. The red vine, cypress, horse chestnut, sweet clover, ginkgo biloba and witch hazel, available in capsules, tincture or powder, all have a tonic for the relief of symptoms of "heavy legs" .

Taking selenium and zinc (in capsules) may also provide a beneficial effect, since they stimulate the production of collagen (which constitutes 80% of the veins).

Farewell inactivity!

For well-defined legs, avoid aggravating factors that do not encourage good blood circulation, such as prolonged standing, sitting position and activities that focus on trampling. Move to activate blood circulation! Have a blast, especially in the calf muscles, to promote good venous return. Try walking, cycling, swimming, water aerobics, and why not: dance!

Appointment at the spa for beautiful legs:

Bath jet of air and water. A break in the whirlpool tub equipped with forced air has the property of activating blood circulation.

Lymphatic drainage. This therapeutic massage technique, performed by pumping and rhythmic movements of pressure, stimulates lymphatic circulation and helps eliminate toxins.

Four hand massage. By its force, synchronized massage performed by two therapists promotes blood circulation.

Sports massage. This technique makes the work an invigorating kneading stimulates lymphatic drainage and muscle.

Wrap with seaweed and mud. Through the application of these elements promoting vasodialation, this treatment of cellulite properties is good.

Pressure therapy. This contention is carefully using inflatable boots that, by exerting pressure, perform a leg massage to promote good circulation.