Varicose Vein Treatment: Witch Hazel
12 August 2007 – 10:01 pm
What Is Witch Hazel?
Witch hazel is a tree which is native to North America, but it can now be found in parts of Europe.
It is the bark and the leaves of the witch hazel tree which are used for their medicinal properties in herbal medicine.
Witch hazel contains volatile oils and tannins which give it strong astringent properties.
Witch hazel has strong anti-inflammatory properties and can help to strengthen veins.
Witch hazel can be applied topically to the skin to help the following health conditions:
- Cold Sores
- Eczema
- Haemorrhoids
- Skin Ulcers
- Wound Healing
Why Witch Hazel Is Considered A Varicose Vein Treatment?
The well known authority on herbal medicine, the German Commission E, has approved witch hazel as a topical varicose vein treatment.
For the best treatment of varicose veins with witch hazel, it is best to apply witch hazel ointment to the affected area, between three and four times per day, for at least two weeks.
So to sum up…
Witch hazel is a tree whose bark and leaves are used for their medicinal properties in herbal medicine.
Witch hazel can strengthen veins and has been approved by the German E Commission E a topical varicose vein treatment.
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One Response to “Varicose Vein Treatment: Witch Hazel”
You also need to live a healthy life. Weight reduction helps to ease varicose veins by reducing pressure on the vascular system. Many people see a dramatic improvement after losing as little as 8 -14 pounds. Exercise is a big help for anyone suffering from varicose veins or other circulatory problems. It helps to pump blood around the body and maintain good circulation
By Gail Burton
on Aug 15, 2008