HEALTH REVIEW VENOTREX
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Legs and ankles heavy and tight? Do you ever feel as though you have just flown half way around the world and your legs and ankles feel heavy and tight? Do your shoes seem to shrink during the course of the day?
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oor leg circulation can present itself at any time, but is more common in women, especially after the age of 40 and during pregnancy. Do you ever feel as though you have just flown half way around the world and your legs and ankles feel heavy and tight? Do your shoes seem to shrink during the course of the day?
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itting or standing for a long time can cause blood to pool in the legs. The resulting increase in pressure can stretch vein walls and over time this can weaken the vein walls and damage the non-return valves. The circulation system has many tiny valves which close when the heart is on the off-beat. These valves stop the blood from “falling down” due to the pull of gravity. Historically, compression bandages have been used to force fluid from the legs back into the circulatory system. When the return circulatory system is not working adequately the body can struggle to maintain normal fluid balance. Body parts such as the ankles, thighs, hips and waist can be prone to fluid balance problems, although other areas of the body can also be affected.
arious factors increase the probability that someone will develop issues with their leg vein health. They are: Hormonal changes during puberty, pregnancy and menopause, the birthcontrol pill or other medicines that contain oestrogen and progesterone. Gender plays a role because vein problems are more common among women than men. During pregnancy there is a huge increase in the amount of blood in the body, which can put pressure on veins. The expanding uterus can also add to this pressure. Vein issues usually appear within three months of delivery and the problem can compound with each additional pregnancy. Obesity, leg injury and prolonged standing can also weaken vein valves.
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ublished health statistics show that as many as 55 per cent of women and 45 per cent of men have some sort of vein problem.(1) Half the population aged 50 years and older were said to have significant vein problems. A key to good circulatory health is to ensure that the venous tone and capillary integrity are functioning at an optimum thereby helping with: normal blood return, balanced fluid levels and healthy veins. These are some of the outcomes of a struggling venous system: • Aching and painful legs • Night leg cramps • Legs that tire easily • A sensation that the legs are heavy and dragging • Legs that feel tight and full • In severe cases darkening of the skin • Prickly skin • Legs that feel like they belong to someone else • Uncomfortable legs while sleeping
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1. The National Women’s Health Information Centre, United States Department of Health and Human Services, Office on Women’s Health.
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elp is at hand from Venotrex®, which contains a proprietary extract of the Aesculus hippocastanum seed, commonly called horse chestnut. Venotrex® was developed by Dr Willmar Schwabe Pharmaceuticals (Germany) and it has been sold worldwide for 17 years to millions of men and women. Published scientific research shows Venotrex® has an established safety profile, supports vein health and assists in the maintenance of normal fluid balance. The action of Venotrex in supporting vein health was reviewed in two independent studies both published in 1996. One involving 5,000 subjects and 800 general practitioners stated that the study showed that this horse chestnut extract was as effective as and preferable to compression therapy, because of greater subject compliance. The study indicated that there was social stigma associated with the wearing of stockings, the traditional approach to assist vein health; therefore many chose not to wear them.
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he active ingredient in Venotrex® is purified, stabilised and scientifically adjusted to provide consistency from batch to batch. Venotrex® is not a weightloss product but it does help maintain vein health and normal fluid balance. Tests and usage demonstrate that this product provides a well tolerated and natural formulation. Venotrex® should be taken for at least 8 to 12 weeks before the effect is assessed.
Available from all Pharmacies and selected Health Stores. For more information phone 0800 657 876 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm or email info@phealth.co.nz Distributed by Pharma Health NZ Ltd, Your Health. Nature’s Power. PO Box 15 185, Auckland 0640. www.pharmahealth.co.nz Supplementary to and not a replacement for a balanced diet. Always read the label. Use only as directed and if symptoms persist see your health professional. TAPS NA3778