Tired legs, heavy at the end of the day as if carrying too many stories. The skin tightens, itches. Veins pop out like trails on a map. Those who live with varicose veins know it's not just about aesthetics, it's about discomfort, pain, and sleepless nights.

In search of relief, many people have crossed paths with cannabidiol, the famous CBD, extracted from the hemp plant. Its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects are already known in cases such as arthritis, chronic pain, and sleep disorders. 

But can it also help with varicose veins? 

Science is still opening the first shortcuts in this field. And, although the answers are not definitive, reports and initial studies shed a promising light.

Varicose Veins: When Veins Call for Help

Varicose veins are dilated and twisted veins that usually appear on the legs. They occur when the valves inside the veins, which should keep the blood flowing in the right direction, weaken or are damaged. This causes the blood to accumulate, pressing against the vein walls until they dilate and become visible on the skin.

The problem is more common than one might think: according to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 30% of women and 10% of men worldwide suffer from varicose veins. Factors such as heredity, pregnancy, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and long periods of standing or sitting increase the risks. And, although they are often treated as an aesthetic problem, they can cause pain, swelling, a feeling of heaviness, and even itching.

What is CBD and Why Can It Help?

CBD is one of the main compounds in the hemp plant, a variety of cannabis. Unlike THC, cannabidiol does not cause psychoactive effects, meaning it does not get you