Get Rid Of Water Swelling, Naturally

From time to time, all of us have experienced some swelling in our feet, ankles, and hands. It is usually simple water retention. Pregnancy and injury are also causes of peripheral swelling or edema. Whether it is natural or another cause, it is uncomfortable and often unsightly.

Pregnancy will almost always produce some water swelling. In some cases, even after giving birth, swelling or edema can occur. In most cases, it is nothing serious. If it does persist for longer than a month, however, you should see your physician.

Injury, such as spraining from activities, can cause swelling as well. This will usually cause pain as well as the swelling. This comes from inflammation caused by the injury. So prescribed or natural anti-inflammatories can bring a great deal of relief.

Water retention and edema can also be caused by our lifestyles. Increasing physical activity and dietary changes can be of great help.  It cannot only be of short-term relief, but it can help keep the condition from returning. Raise your feet above your heart as often as possible. Cranberry juice and dandelion tea have excellent diuretic effects. Reduce your sodium and caffeine intake. Reduce red meat and add fish three to five times a week and add or increase the fruits and vegetables in your meal plans. Carrots, asparagus, leafy greens, pineapple, and watermelon have particularly good diuretic effects and, of course, drink plenty of water.

If you are currently under a physician's care for your condition, be sure to check with them before you add or replace your medical regime with a natural one. The company with whom I am associated provides many wellness solutions that can assist you in your switch to a less prescription based (and sometimes risky) solution to your water retention and swelling in your extremities. Take the time to read the attached article from Livestrong for some additional details and information.