Edema can be from venous insufficiency, heart/kidney issues, pregnancy, medications, or high salt intake. Herbal diuretics help; persistent edema needs evaluation.
Edema can be from venous insufficiency, heart/kidney issues, pregnancy, medications, or high salt intake. Herbal diuretics help; persistent edema needs evaluation.
Swollen ankles, feet, legs, or hands; tight shoes/rings, puffiness, skin indentation from pressing, tight skin, weight gain.
Sudden severe swelling, one-sided leg swelling (DVT), swelling with chest pain or shortness of breath, face/abdominal swelling (serious causes).
Reduce sodium, elevate affected limb, compression stockings, regular movement, avoid prolonged standing/sitting, stay hydrated, adequate protein.
Dandelion Leaf is potassium-sparing diuretic. Parsley as mild diuretic. Corn Silk. Nettle leaf. Horsetail (short-term). Burdock root. Juniper berries (short-term, avoid kidney issues). Address underlying cause.
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