Over the past five years, I've noticed the increasing appearance of veins over my chest, arms and legs. I feel I am turning into an anatomical diagram of myself, but my GP says they were probably always there (only hidden) and are not life-threatening.

First, it is a question of body fat percentage and muscle mass. If body fat is low and muscle level higher, veins will show. The skin's connective tissues can thin due to age or overexertion in certain exercises such as weightlifting. Increasing body fat will make the veins less visible. Second, poor valve function within veins means blood doesn't flow through correctly, resulting in enlargement. Horse chestnut, butcher's-broom and other herbs and vitamins in a combination such as Ultra VeinGard improve blood flow through veins, restricting the pooling that causes protrusion. Bioflavonoids, commonly known as vitamin P, strengthen connective tissues and help repair valves (both from Victoria Health, 0800 389 8195; victoriahealth.com).

I suffer from vestibulitis. Neither low-dose antidepressants nor surgery has helped. Are there any alternatives?

Vestibulitis is inflammation of the nasal vestibule (just inside the nostril), usually due to bacterial infection, and is more likely to be treated with antibiotics than antidepressants. Perhaps your GP is referring to the vestibule, a passage in the inner ear responsible for balance and hearing, with the vestibulocochlear nerve running from it. Doctor's A-Z Relora (£19.95 for 90 capsules, from Victoria Health, as before), taken up to three times daily, helps calm nerves, or try reflexology (Association of Reflexologists, 0870 5673320, aor.org.uk) or cranial osteopathy (cranial.org.uk).

· Emma Mitchell is a natural health therapist. Before following Emma's recommendations, you should consult your GP about any medical problems or special health conditions.

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