Worried About Varicose Veins? - Dr. Weil's Daily Tip

Worried About Varicose Veins?
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Home Ask Dr. Weil Dr. Weil's Food Pyramid Vitamins & Supplements Condition Care Guide Healthy Recipes Gardening Yoga & Fitness Pets Vitamin Advisor Dr. Weil's Vitamin Packs Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging Weil Juvenon Marketplace	Varicose veins are enlarged blood vessels caused by weakening vein walls. For most, they are simply a cosmetic problem, but more advanced varicose veins can cause legs to ache or swell. To find out if you are at risk, consider the following - each can increase the risk of developing varicose veins: Genetics. Varicose veins tend to run in families. Age and weight. The older you are and the more you weigh, the higher your risk. Hormonal changes. Among women, hormonal changes associated with puberty, pregnancy and menopause can increase the risk of developing varicose veins, as can birth control pills and other drugs containing estrogen and progesterone. (The good news is veins that enlarge during pregnancy tend to improve after giving birth.) Sitting position. If you tend to cross your legs while sitting, you may increase your chances of developing varicose veins. Don't miss tomorrow's Daily Tip, when we discuss natural ways to prevent varicose veins. Healthy Veins Dr. Weil's Vitamin Advisor has a Venous Support Formula that includes horse chestnut and other ingredients that may help support the integrity of your veins. See if it's recommended for you - visit today for your complimentary, personalized supplement recommendation, and if you decide to purchase our supplements, save up to 25%.	Today's Q&A: Coping With Cellulite? Related Q&As: Diets & Weight Loss Sponsor Want to increase your energy? Sleep better? Eat better? Look better? Reduce stress? Join the Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins™ 8-Week Health Challenge. You'll receive weekly updates full of actionable advice & inspiration. Plus, you can register for a chance to win The Ultimate Spa & Wellness Getaway: A four day, three night trip for two to Miraval Resort & Spa in Arizona. Learn more. More Daily Tips Are You Depressed? Heart Healthy Recipe: Poached Salmon Thin Eyelashes Bugging You? 4 Healthy Carb Choices Are Your Carbs Bad Ones? Want more? Get Dr. Weil's free emails, daily or weekly.	advertisement Dr. Weil's Vitamin Advisor Receive Your FREE Personalized Vitamin Recommendation & Supplement Plan Today! Free Vitamin Recommendation Let Dr. Weil customize a free vitamin & supplement plan for you. Take the Vitamin Advisor questionnaire today! Dr. Weil's Spontaneous Happiness Based on his new book, this online plan helps chart your 8-week path to optimum emotional well-being. Dr. Weil's Anti-Inflammatory Diet Food Pyramid Our interactive tool can help improve overall health through diet. Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging Your Online Guide to the Anti-Inflammatory Diet. Start eating for your health - begin your free trial now. advertisement Dr. Weil's Optimum Health Plan Your 8-week plan to wellness. Begin your journey today! Dr. Weil's Head-to-Toe Wellness Guide Your guide to natural health. Use the Wellness Guide today! Condition Care Guide Learn about health conditions from acne to vertigo, and Dr. Weil's view of the best treatment options for each. Healthy Recipes Discover a treasure trove of healthy, healing foods and creative, delicious ways to prepare them. Q&A Library Over 2,000 questions from you and their corresponding answers from Dr. Weil. Vitamin Library Supplement your knowledge within Dr. Weil's vitamin compendium. Learn why they are necessary and more. advertisement
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