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The difference between spider veins and varicose veins begins with their size because spider veins are usually just a fraction of an inch (3 millimeters) while varicose veins are more than 3 mm in size.

But there is more...

Those varicose veins - and the pain and discomfort they bring - are basically caused by malfunctioning valves in your veins, valves that are unable to bring blood back to your heart effectively as they work against gravity.

We share natural ways to prevent and treat the symptoms of those tiresome varicose veins.

Heavy legs can occur by the end of the day but how can you help to relieve this?

By reducing swelling and relieving water retention. 

Varicose veins appear as swollen, twisted blood vessels that bulge just under the skin’s surface, usually occurring on the legs, feet and ankles.

Although they can be painful or itchy, unsightly or uncomfortable, varicose veins are not usually dangerous except in some rare cases where severe varicose veins can lead to serious health problems, such as blood clots.

The symptoms of varicose veins can cause considerable pain and discomfort while in extreme cases, there could be complications.  We share information on how to relieve the discomfort of such symptoms...

Varicose veins are large, raised, swollen blood vessels that twist and turn. 

Spider veins are smaller, red, purple, and blue vessels that also twist and turn. 

Both types can appear on the legs.  But what can you do about them?