Natural Remedies & Herbs for Varicose Veins
Although witch hazel is known primarily for treating hemorrhoids, it may also be useful for varicose veins. Topical use of witch hazel to treat venous conditions is approved by the German Commission E, authorities on herbal medicine. Application of a witch hazel ointment three or more times per day for two or more weeks is necessary before results can be expected.
Horse chestnut seed extract can be taken orally or used as an external application for disorders of venous circulation, including varicose veins. Preliminary studies in humans have shown that 300 mg three times per day of a standardized extract of horse chestnut seed reduced the formation of enzymes thought to cause varicose veins. Topical gel or creams containing 2% aescin can be applied topically three or four time per day to the affected limb(s).
Oral supplementation with butcher’s broom or gotu kola may also be helpful for varicose veins.
Dr Balch's Vitamin Formula for Varicose Veins
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- Amount Per Serving
- % DV
Vitamin C - 400
- mg
- 667%
Vitamin E - 400
- IU
- 1333%
Bilberry Extract - 50
- mg
- *
Bioflavonoid Concentrate - 100
- mg
- *
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- Amount Per Serving
- % DV
Butcher's Broom Extract - 100
- mg
- *
Horse Chestnut Extract - 100
- mg
- *
- * Daily Value (DV) not established
