also activates the calf muscles, which help move blood from the lower legs back toward the heart.
This doesn’t mean walking can treat every vein problem. Conditions such as chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins, or unexplained leg swelling may require medical evaluation.
But avoiding prolonged inactivity is a sensible everyday habit for overall circulation.
- Make Sleep and Stress Management Part of Heart Care
Diet and exercise get most of the attention, but sleep matters too.
NHLBI recommends 7 to 9 hours of good-quality sleep per day for adults as part
