Whether in summer or winter, it is important to keep your legs nice and well cared for. In addition to exfoliate, moisturize and exercise to have healthy and smooth legs, it is necessary to pay attention to what you eat, since some foods can contribute to the appearance of spider veins and cellulite.

Foods that should be eaten

Plenty of fluids every day: water, juice and tea helps to detoxify and have low calorie. A nut per day: cashew nuts, Brazil nuts, almonds and walnuts. Foods rich in iodine such as artichokes, lettuce, seaweed, rice, potatoes, onions, peas, egg yolk, cabbage and green beans. Fresh fruits neutralize toxins from the body. Foods that have a detoxifying action are beans, lentils, soybeans, chickpeas and green leaves.

What should be avoided

It is indicated to decrease the amount of salt, avoid soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and processed sauces and condiments to prevent the swelling and fluid retention. Beverages containing caffeine such as coffee, black tea and mate. Avoid refined carbohydrates like candy and pasta made with white flour and greasy foods like fried foods, fatty meats, cookies, bacon, pizza and ice cream. Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.

Information from Saude Plena.

Many people do not do physical activities because they feel lack of energy. One reason may be a not adequate alimentation. Some foods can help improve performance in exercises and act as a natural food supplement. Find out more about each food and include them on the menu:

Almonds - Reduce free radicals, responsible for premature aging, and help lower the bad cholesterol.

Water - Hydrates and removes toxins

Olive Oil - The antioxidants and healthy fats present helps in maintaining muscle mass and the vascular system.

Red meat - Has creatine, a nutrient that helps muscles recover.

Dark Chocolate - Its antioxidants help in vasodilatation facilitating the passage of blood. Collaborates with exercises that use strength.

Ginger - Is anti-inflammatory and relieves muscle aches.

Milk - It tones the muscles.

Egg - Protein that helps the body recover from physical effort.

Information is from Agência Estado.