What does it mean to have heavy legs?
Feeling tired, difficulty walking, heaviness in the legs, swelling and even tightness in the calf and ankle: these symptoms are largely representative of heavy legs syndrome.
Accentuated by heat, prolonged standing and trampling, at the end of the day this unpleasant pressure on the lower legs can become very uncomfortable. This phenomenon occurs mainly in the period leading up to menstrual cycle or during menstruation.
Why do my legs feel heavy during my period?
The human body is made up of 65% of water. This water is distributed in the blood and lymph and travels through the body before being evacuated by the kidneys. When the body stores more water than it eliminates, it stores the excess in different places. Cells then become saturated and start to swell.
Most of this water circulates through the blood vessels. The estrogen and aldosterone produced in the run-up to the menstrual cycle contribute to blood circulation disorders. Blood stagnates in the lower parts of the body and returns with difficulty to the heart. Vessels begin to dilate and become porous, with water passing from the blood to the cells in abnormal quantities. Waterlogged cells cause tissues to swell.
What are the other symptoms of premenstrual syndrome?
Among the many premenstrual syndrome symptomsthe main and most common are as follows:
- Irritability, anxiety or feelings of depression
- Sleep disorders, fatigue
- Headaches
- Abdominal pain
- Lower back pain
- Swelling of the chest, lower abdomen and legs
- Acne
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How can I naturally relieve heavy legs during my period?
The position of the "Legs up against the wall is a Yoga which consists of adopting an inverted posture by raising the legs for a few minutes. This technique improves venous return and blood circulation in the lower limbs. The lymphatic system thus benefits from a better supply of oxygen. This is particularly beneficial in hot weather, when the sensation of heavy, swollen legs can be extremely unpleasant.
Your diet can help to improve blood circulation. Starting with red vine. In capsule, balm or infusion form, its proanthocyanidins make it an excellent asset for improving circulation. The good news is that chocolate is in the top three of foods that promote blood circulation, provided it is dark with 70% cocoa. Finally, ginger, consumed fresh or infused, is an excellent blood stimulant.
During your menstrual cycle, moderate physical activity helps regulate blood circulation and soothe aches and pains.
The STIMCARE Periods patch is an excellent natural stimulant. By positioning it on the key points referenced in the video tutorials, the mineral oxides of which it is composed act like a mirror. They reflect the infrared rays emitted by the body during inflammation. This concentration promotes blood microcirculationIt drains accumulated toxins and effectively reduces pain. The tension felt in the ankles and calves is fully relieved, and you regain ease of movement as you would at rest. The action of the patches is effective for up to 10 days, so you are effective relief for the duration of your period.
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