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It\u2019s true: The American Medical Association (AMA) reports that sitting for extended periods of time \u2013 like a full day at work \u2013 can be so bad for health that, according to Genevieve Healy, PhD of the Research Centre of the University of Queensland in Australia, not even 30 minutes a day at the gym will counteract it. Sitting, some are saying, is the new smoking. Why is it so bad for us? Research shows that too much sedentary activity (or non-activity) causes the body to shut down at a metabolic level. Circulation slows, we burn fewer calories, and health is compromised.<\/p>\n
One of the key effects of too much sitting is the topic of this article \u2013 poor vein health. The result can be blue or purple and bulging varicose veins \u2013 unsightly no doubt, and unhealthy for sure. Varicose veins cause aching, itching, inflammation, swelling, and muscle cramps. A lesser-known result of poor vein health is restless leg syndrome, which makes sitting in a theater or trying to sleep an absolute misery for some. If you\u2019re trying to avoid these problems, or to reduce their impact on your life, there are steps you can take.<\/p>\n
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Courtesy of the Mayo Clinic<\/em><\/p>\n If you think you drew the hereditary short straw in your family \u2013 the one that predisposes you to varicose veins, with all their unsightliness and discomfort \u2013 stand up and cheer! Through a combination of lifestyle changes and nutritional support, you can begin working to prevent vein issues from developing, or keep them from getting worse. Of course, getting up off your chair to give yourself that round of applause is the healthiest way to start!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text | Nutritional Support” _builder_version=”3.0.71″ background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n For my patients who have tired, sore legs, have jobs that require them to sit too much, or have a family history of varicose veins, I recommend VeinSense\u00ae. VeinSense is a dietary supplement containing nutrients that have been used for centuries to help support healthy vein structure and retain vein integrity. Each key ingredient of VeinSense is backed by research showing a beneficial effect on vein health, including:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n<\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\n
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