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Varicose veins are a very common condition that affects one or more of the large veins in the legs. For reasons that are poorly understood, the veins become distended, either because of an inherent weakness in the walls or a malfunction of some of the one-way valves, permitting a backflow and pooling of the blood. Obesity, pregnancy, constriction of the veins with garters or tight clothing and an inherited tendency are among the contributing causes of varicose veins. Contrary to popular belief, sedentary jobs or jobs that involve standing do not, in themselves, seem to cause …

Discover the roots of your health issues. One of the roots of most diseases is inflammation a broad an ancient term initially referring to a set of classic signs and symptoms including edema, redness, warmness, pain and loss of function (stiffness and immobility). Inflammation occurs when your body’s defense mechanisms kick in as a response to a threat. This inflammatory response helps fight against infections, injuries, and toxins and causes a release of antibodies and proteins in an attempt to heal the body. Let’s Start with the Beginning…What is Inflammation? Inflammation is a defense mechanism in …