The saying, “We are what we eat,” applies to our health in a variety of ways. One of the many parts of our bodies that can benefit from eating better is our veins. In fact, certain foods can help our veins and valves keep working efficiently and effectively circulating our blood. But it is not the food themselves that help our veins but the crucial vitamins that they impart. Here are the best foods for your vein health:
Foods with Vitamin C
Our veins are able to contract and dilate due to the elastic nature of collagen. Vitamin C helps our body produce and maintain collagen so that our veins can remain strong. The best foods that include high amounts of Vitamin C are oranges and other citrus fruit, plus leafy greens such as broccoli and bell peppers.
Foods with Vitamin E
You may not hear about Vitamin E as much as Vitamin C, but it is still just as crucial to our vein health. This important vitamin can help prevent blood clots from forming that eventually lead to deep vein thrombosis. Vitamin E creates an anti-adhesion effect on blood platelets and prevents them from sticking together. Foods with a high amount of Vitamin E include nuts, avocados, fish, dark leafy greens, pumpkin, mangos, and peaches.
Foods with Vitamin K
Another important vitamin found in dark leafy greens is Vitamin K, a vitamin that is crucial in keeping our veins clean. Vitamin K is able to activate certain proteins such as MGP; without enough Vitamin K, it is unable to activate, putting your veins at risk. Dark leafy greens such as broccoli, spinach, chard, and beet greens all include Vitamin K.
Foods with Rutin
Vitamins are not the only helpful compound of our foods we eat. Rutin has been found to provide benefits of other antioxidants by reducing the inflammation in veins and support their structural integrity. This can help our veins to prevent blood clots. Foods often found with high levels of rutin include buckwheat, unpeeled apples, asparagus, cranberries; it can also be found in supplements.
Foods with Fiber
While fiber is mostly known for its digestive system support, it can also help with our veins. This is done by not allowing our body to absorb fat and improving our vascular system. You can find fiber in many fresh fruits and vegetables, but also in grains. Popular food items with fiber include avocados, broccoli, pears, flax seed, bran, and oatmeal.
Choosing the Laser Vein Center for Your Vein Health
If you have any questions regarding your vein health, please do not hesitate to call the Laser Vein Center. Our team is led by the highly-trained Dr. Wright and we are ready to answer any questions you may have. Contact us today for your free consultation and find out how to properly support your veins.
