How to treat the early stages of varicose veins?

Each of these mechanisms plays a role in correcting the early stages of varicose disease.

Sports and Physical Activity

Dynamic loads are beneficial, rather than static ones (for example, heavy squats with prolonged weight fixation can worsen the situation).

Muscle Pump of the Legs. During movement (walking, running, cycling, squats), the contractions of the calf muscles act as a "pump," pushing venous blood upwards against the force of gravity.

Vascular Elasticity. Moderate loads maintain the tone of the venous wall, reducing stagnation and the risk of endothelial inflammation.

Lymph Flow. Activity improves lymph drainage, reducing swelling that often accompanies varicose veins.

Blood Thinning (Omega-3)

Eicosapentaenoic (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acids (DHA) reduce platelet aggregation and decrease blood viscosity. This facilitates venous outflow and reduces the risk of microthrombi in dilated veins.

Anti-inflammatory Effect. Omega-3 suppresses the synthesis of pro-inflammatory eicosanoids from arachidonic acid, which reduces inflammation of the venous wall and its damage.

Vascular Elasticity. Regular intake of Omega-3 improves the properties of endothelial membranes and makes blood vessels less brittle.

It is important to maintain a balance with Omega-6. That is, additionally reduce the intake of Omega-6, as their excess from vegetable oils makes the blood thick and pro-inflammatory.

Low-Carbohydrate Diet and the Liver

Insulin and Blood Vessels. With high carbohydrate intake, insulin levels rise, causing sodium and water retention, increasing the load on blood vessels and provoking swelling.

Fatty Liver Disease. A low-carbohydrate diet relieves the liver, improving its ability to synthesize blood proteins (including albumin), which helps maintain oncotic pressure and reduces venous stagnation.

Reduction of Inflammation. Limiting sugar and fast carbohydrates reduces chronic inflammation that damages the vascular wall.

Conclusion

To prevent and correct the early stages of varicose veins, the following measures are effective:

• Regular moderate physical activity (walking, swimming, cycling, calf exercises).
• Omega-3 for normalizing blood viscosity and protecting blood vessels.
• Low-carbohydrate diet that supports the liver and reduces inflammation.
• Additionally, vitamin C (collagen synthesis), rutin and diosmin (strengthening the venous wall), magnesium and potassium (reducing vascular spasms) are often used.