Flavonoids
As we age, our circulation becomes less effective, and blood tends to pool in our legs, causing the vessels there to become enlarged and deformed. The condition that results from this is known as varicose veins, and it can be painful, unsightly, and uncomfortable. So how to get rid of varicose veins? The key lies in eating more flavonoids.
Flavonoids are a group of antioxidants in many foods, including fruits and vegetables, dark chocolate, red wine, tea, and more. The most well-known flavonoid is a particular molecule called quercetin, which is found in many of these same foods, as well as onions and apples.
What makes quercetin so special when it comes to varicose veins? First, it’s a powerful vasodilator. Vasodilators widen the blood vessels by relaxing the muscle surrounding them so they can expand. By doing this, the blood flows freely through your body instead of backing up in your legs. Not only does this help prevent the development of varicose veins in the first place, but it can also help reduce the size of varicose veins once they’ve developed.
