Do any supplements help for varicose veins or chronic venous insufficiency?

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Do any supplements help for varicose veins or chronic venous insufficiency?

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Several supplements, including oligomeric proanthocyanidin complexes (OPCs) from grape seed extract and pine bark extract, citrus bioflavonoids, and certain herbs may help reduce the appearance of varicose veins, or be beneficial for the related condition of chronic venous insufficiency. Sign in to see the full answer, including evidence, dosage, and more >>

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Susan8155 December 9, 2015

I have had positive experience with both gotu kola and with Vitamin C bioflavinoids for signs of venous insufficiency.

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This CL Answer initially posted on 12/1/2015. Last updated 8/2/2017.

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