Do your ankles tend to swell (literally) and do you sometimes feel like your legs are tense and weigh a ton? Do you even sometimes have a feeling of cramps or tingling? Then you suffer from a phenomenon of " heavy legs " probably linked to poor blood circulation . Discover our tips for naturally relieving your legs .
People suffering from heavy legs often have it all their own way and we understand why!
When the lower limbs feel heavy, tense and particularly sensitive to fatigue, the days (and sometimes even the nights) are long!
Caused by circulation problems , this phenomenon tends to worsen throughout the day, when it is hot and when standing for long periods.
To combat the symptoms of heavy legs, the first thing to do is to run around, like a marmot in the Alps. Indeed, walking tends to improve blood circulation . Second option: rely on plants and natural remedies.
Leaves, fruits, seeds, sap: everything is good in the vine !
But to combat heavy legs , it is the leaves that interest us most. Red vine leaves have a dual virtue: they are astringent and anti-inflammatory.
Thanks to the anthocyanosides they contain, they help blood circulate better in your legs. Mission accomplished!
Fresh, grated, or in herbal tea, ginger is a must-have! A widely used spice and condiment, ginger is also one of the most widely used remedies in the world.
A true circulatory stimulant , ginger will also help the blood circulate better. In our collection of 100% plant infusions , we find it alongside guarana , pepper and eucalyptus in 7th Heaven .
For those who prefer fruitier recipes, ginger combines with citrus fruits in our Lemon-Ginger herbal tea .
Don't hesitate to add this recipe from Les 2 Marmottes to your anti-heavy legs routine !
Our ginger infusions