Summer and swollen legs, holiday strategies

By Cristiano Antonino On Jul 28, 2022

Swollen legs and summer: with the scorching temperatures, some minor ailments can appear, especially in women, such as the unpleasant sensation of swollen, heavy legs

Not only high temperatures but also humidity can worsen the discomfort in the lower limbs that can be felt especially at the end of the day, especially in the evening often accompanied by a typical tingling sensation.

But do not despair, thanks to a few simple tips we can easily prevent and counteract these problems.

THOSE MOST AFFECTED BY SWOLLEN LEGS

Swelling of the ankles occurs most often in the summer due to high temperatures.

It occurs mainly where more fatty tissue accumulates, resulting in oedema that leads to fluid retention.

Those most affected are sedentary people, those taking medication against hypertension as well as overweight individuals.

Women suffer more from these disorders because they are subject to hormonal fluctuations typical of the ovulation phase and the menstrual cycle itself, physiological phases that lead to fluid retention.

Menopausal women also face swelling problems in their lower limbs.

A lymphatic drainage massage and an active life are the winning weapons.

SWOLLEN LEGS: STRATEGIES TO ELIMINATE OR LIMIT THE DISORDER

The first weapon at our disposal is exercise.

It is necessary to eliminate sedentariness from everyday life.

Women, as opposed to men, also have their menstrual cycle and ovulation, and this tends to increase body volume and thus induces retention of liquids.

It is necessary for the woman to be active and to practise sport.

Cycling is also good for her because it does not strain the knee.

Only exercise in trainers or jogging shoes and do not walk in inappropriate shoes such as flip-flops and sandals.

AT THE SEASIDE OR IN THE MOUNTAINS WHAT TO DO TO RELIEVE SWOLLEN LEGS

Certainly sea or swimming pool water is a real ‘cure-all’.

It is good to walk, as if reproducing a march, immersing oneself in water so as to cover the thighs.

In this way, the benefits are really tangible and you immediately feel a sensation of relief and an important march.

Also walk at high altitude; in the mountains we are helped by the more favourable temperatures, which consequently help to avoid the formation of oedemas.

Prefer the cooler hours of the day when walking or running, and definitely choose paths shaded by trees and avoid direct sunlight.

Hydration is really important, so the advice is to take in liquids in the form of 2 litres of water per day and mineral salts.

For women who are about to go on holiday and will face a flight, lasting more than 5 hours, the advice is to wear elastic stockings and to walk on the plane 5 minutes every two hours to avoid discomfort and very swollen legs.

THE ROLE OF SUPPLEMENTS

In addition to physical therapy, healthy walking and sport, one can rely on the power of nutraceuticals.

These are basically supplements that can be taken by mouth or massaged in locally and are based on fruit extracts such as orange, vitisvinifera, horse chestnut, dandelion and pilosella.

All substances that have a draining action at the level of the cells and lymphatic vessels.

FOODS AND DRINKS ALLIED TO LEG HEALTH

Fruit and vegetables should never be missing from the daily menu.

On the contrary, do not eat too many fats and carbohydrates in summer, especially pasta, which should be eaten 3 times a week in the dose of 70 grams.

However, if you are constantly active, you can eat one ice cream a day, either fruit or cream-based.

One should not exaggerate in the consumption of fizzy drinks and remember once again to hydrate adequately with water, especially when doing sport.

Alcoholic beverages should also be avoided in high temperatures because they increase blood sugar levels.

Therefore, in summer it is better to choose a good glass of wine, which must not exceed 13 degrees.

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