That annoying feeling of heaviness in the legs—when there’s no underlying medical condition—can be effectively alleviated by taking a few simple steps. Let’s take a look at some tips for leg wellness.

DRINK PLENTY OF WATER
To promote circulation , it’s a good idea to drink at least 1.5 to 2 liters of water a day. This can help reduce leg swelling, which is often associated with venous stasis.
Alternatively, you can also opt for natural herbal teas, prepared by steeping plant extracts—such as gotu kola or pineapple—in hot or cold water to promote microcirculation and relieve the feeling of heaviness in the legs.

GETTING MOVEMENT
People with sedentary jobs who spend a lot of time sitting at a desk should get up every 30 minutes to stretch their muscles.
Those who spend a lot of time standing, on the other hand, should alternately tense and relax their calves. Regular physical activity during leisure time—especially walking, biking, water aerobics, or swimming—can also be helpful .

COLD WATER AND MASSAGES
To relieve discomfort, you can direct a stream of cold water over your legs while showering; even better, alternate between cold and lukewarm water, running the stream from your ankles up to your thighs.
Additional relief can come from self-massaging your legs with special creams containing plant extractsthat have a toning effect, which help stimulate circulation.

DIET It may also be helpful to include foods rich in vitamin C and bioflavonoids (citrus fruits, kiwis, pineapples, etc.) in your diet to promote vein elasticity and healthy circulation.
On the other hand, it would be a good idea to reduce your intake of salt or foods that contain large amounts of it, to limit water retention.

NATURAL REMEDIES
You may also benefit from taking specific natural supplements made from plants and enriched with Vitamin C, which supports blood vessel function.
The most effective supplements are made from plant extracts such as bilberry, red vine, butcher’s broom, gotu kola, horse chestnut, and pineapple.
These plants promote healthy microcirculation and can therefore help alleviate the feeling of heaviness in the legs.