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    Leg and Feet Swelling Natural RemediesLeg and feet swelling, or edema, is an accumulation of liquid in the tissues between the cellspaces and may be annoying at first, but progress to a severe or debilitating problem. Signsinclude swelling or pitting of the skin where a finger indentation may last for a few seconds tominutes or longer. In most cases swelling of the legs is caused by (# ! a weakness of thekidneys" (# ! lymphatic congestion" (#$! heart valve weakness" or (#%! liver problems. &henthere are rarer symptoms of asites, cancer, pulmonary edema, congestive heart failure, lupus,rheumatoid arthritis, or kidney failure, etc. 'ore seriously, swelling of one particular leg,right or left, is important as well as leg swelling during morning or night. If the legs or feet arewarm or cold, this also has significance. Swelling from vein enlargement is mostly one sided,

    pressure and pain sensitive and difficult to press. It is a circulatory problem and may beconnected to hemorrhoids or varicose veins. atural therapies may be very effective. )e sureto know the underlying problem.

    'edical treatment for simple cases of leg and feet swelling (edema! include the use ofdiuretics and possibly potassium. *hile somewhat effective, they may produce dependence,

    cover other symptoms, damage the kidneys, or have other side effects and to+icity.

    It is important to have the cause of leg and feet swelling diagnosed to rule out seriousproblems.

    aturally, we look for simple solutions first to leg and feet swelling, such as dehydration (notdrinking enough water!, side effects from medications you are taking, or not getting enough

    protein. It may also be due to constipation (not having at least one bowel movement a day!.

    For leg and feet swelling (edema) classification one must recognize the following criteria

    !idne"s leg and feet swelling where the skin is warm and is already there in the mornings.Signs are seen in the face also swollen eyelids and puffiness of the back of the hands. It ismostly right sided.

    L"mphatic congestion first rule out the other causes. Swelling of feet and legs are at anormal temperature, not hot or cold, and could be either leg. *e also see glands swelling inthe groin, arms or head.

    #eart problems limbs are cold, and the swelling begins in the -oint areas, goes to the feetand is mostly left sided.

    Liver edema , also known as SI&/S before the leg and feet swelling begin the abdomen isenlarged, a water swelling, the navel is stretched where it is only seen as flattened spot. Inopposition to the swollen abdomen the rest of the e+tremities look thin. *ith this process weoften see a colon disturbance. )efore the abdominal water swelling, we see and abdominale+pansion swelling. It is often combined with constipation.

    0iet for leg swelling stop smoking, alcohol, caffeine, coffee, black tea, sodas, and processedfoods. Supplements to help with leg swelling (edema! include

    $oenz"me %&' 1 22 mg a day for heart care and protection.

    itamin * is a mild natural diuretic when used at 32mg twice daily.

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    atural 4ealing 5rotocol 6ombining supplements will do more to support your body7s abilityto function properly than using -ust one. 8se the following remedies for best results 99 your

    ability to heal will depend on the severity and length of time your symptoms have been present.

    #erbs for Leg and Feet Swelling

    4erbs are plants valued for their specific strengthening: tonifying properties. Learn moreabout herbs ;

    8se a combination of the following herbs in capsule or powder for general leg swelling, andad-ust as your condition improves. &he herbs are specific for each underlying cause.&herapeutic dose is equal to one capsule of each herb $ times a day or 3 drops of an herbaltincture $ times a day.

    Redroot helps with lymphatic and liver congestion.

    +uniper berries support the urinary system and produce a diuretic effect.

    #awthorn berries support heart circulation and blood pressure as well as nerve support.

    ,andelion root and leaf provide liver and kidney support as well as a diuretic effect.

    $ell Salts to #elp with Leg and Feet Swelling

    &o make a cell salt solution , put up to 2 tablets of each cell salt in a

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    1pis mellifica 1 worse left side" also signified in swollen upper eyelids" edema from allergicreactions" with burning, stinging and throbbing pains" better from cold, worse %pm.

    1rsenicum album 1 worse evenings 2pm9 am" stitching, heavy, burning restless feet" betterwith warmth" perfectionist.

    r"onia 1 sharp stabbing pains worse from any movement" arthritis" hot swelling feet withsharp needles in soles" heaviness of legs" doesn?t? want to be talked to.

    $austicum 1 burning of -oints, deformed -oints" weak ankles" unsteady walking" passionateabout social issues" better warmth" cant stand on heels.

    Ledum 1 gouty pains" painful soles when walking" better from cold, worse night and warmth.

    L"copodium 1 twitching and -erking" stiffness" one foot hot while the other is cold" may havedigestive or liver problems" poor self esteem" worse %9@pm.

    2ulsatilla 1 pains wander to various body parts" feet red, inflamed, swollen" varicose veins"

    weeping and whiny with hormonal problems" can?t tolerate heat, fatty foods.

    Left3Sided Leg Swelling (#eart issues)

    1pis mellifica 1 worse left side" also signified in swollen upper eyelids" edema from allergicreactions" with burning, stinging and throbbing pains" better from cold, worse %pm.

    4laps 1 worse at night" soreness, bluish swelling9heart issues" worse from cold, storms, andwet weather.

    Lachesis 1 bluish purple swelling" cramps and swelling" bad smelling foot sweat" -ealous and

    talkative" worse mornings.

    Lycopodium 1 especially when it starts on the right and moves to the left" twitching and -erking" stiffness" one foot hot while the other is cold" may have digestive or liver problems" poor self esteem" worse %9@ pm.

    Silicea 1 edema with cramping, icy cold sweat" changes with moon phases" worse cold.

    Right3sided Leg Swelling (!idne" issues)

    L"copodium 1 twitching and -erking" stiffness" one foot hot while the other is cold" may havedigestive or liver problems" poor self esteem" worse %9@pm.

    Secale 1 when swelling gets serious" tingling numbness and prickling" icy cold feet" can haveulceration.

    Sanguinaria 1 burning of soles" worse on right side, nights" often used for right9sidedmigraines.

    Sulphur 1 soles burn, wants feet uncovered" person is a philosopher" worse at night, fullmoon, change of weather and mornings.

    Leg Swelling 5ornings

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