The day is almost over and your legs try to tell you to take a break and rest: they start swelling up, they feel heavier, they hurt and they even cramp. The only place they want to take you is straight to bed. Have you ever felt like this? If you have, don’t worry it’s normal. However, there are a few things that you can do.

1. Move! Exercise improves blood circulation, which is one of the main causes of leg pain.

2. Watch that posture. Standing for too long is as bad as sitting for too long, so try to find a balance. When you’re sitting, don’t cross your legs.

3. Reduce salt intake. Salt can be a cause of swollen legs, so try to reduce your salt consumption. For example, when seasoning a dish, replace salt with herbs or lemon.

4. Drink more water. It sounds simple but it can really help.

5. Take more fibre. Remember that fibre is only found in plant foods.

6. Try to lose weight. The more weight your legs have to support, the more chances of having leg pain. Now you have one more reason to eat healthy!

Even though these tips might be helpful, if you suffer from leg pain, don’t forget to tell your doctor. His or her advice will be the best advice to keep your legs happy.