Leg and Feet Swelling Natural Remedies

Leg and feet swelling, or edema, is an accumulation of liquid in the tissues between the cell spaces and may be annoying at first, but progress to a severe or debilitating problem. Signs include swelling or pitting of the skin where a finger indentation may last for a few seconds to minutes or longer. In most cases swelling of the legs is caused by (# ! a weakness of the kidneys" (##! lymphatic congestion" (#$! heart valve weakness" or (#%! liver problems. &hen there 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 are warm 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 be connected to hemorrhoids or varicose veins. (atural therapies may be very effective. )e sure to know the underlying problem. 'edical treatment for simple cases of leg and feet swelling (edema! include the use of diuretics 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 serious problems. (aturally, we look for simple solutions first to leg and feet swelling, such as dehydration (not drinking 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 is mostly right sided. L"mphatic congestion, first rule out the other causes. Swelling of feet and legs are at a normal temperature, not hot or cold, and could be either leg. *e also see glands swelling in the groin, arms or head. #eart problems, limbs are cold, and the swelling begins in the -oint areas, goes to the feet and is mostly left sided. Liver edema, also known as .SI&/S, before the leg and feet swelling begin the abdomen is enlarged, a water swelling, the navel is stretched where it is only seen as flattened spot. In opposition to the swollen abdomen the rest of the e+tremities look thin. *ith this process we often see a colon disturbance. )efore the abdominal water swelling, we see and abdominal e+pansion swelling. It is often combined with constipation. 0iet for leg swelling, stop smoking, alcohol, caffeine, coffee, black tea, sodas, and processed foods. 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.

(atural 4ealing 5rotocol, 6ombining supplements will do more to support your body7s ability to 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 more about herbs ; 8se a combination of the following herbs in capsule or powder for general leg swelling, and ad-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 herbal tincture $ 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 <9 to #%9ounce bottle" fill with water and swirl to dissolve tablets. Sip throughout the day. Learn more about cell salts ; -. Nat mur */ 1 removes e+tra fluids, leg swelling9but not pitting9of skin, grief emotions, worse heat and mornings am -&& Nat sulph */ 1 leg swelling with pitting (finger mark stays for a few seconds to minutes!, worse in damp and cold weather and % 1 3 am -&0 Silicea */ 1 edema with cramping, icy cold sweaty, worse cold, changes with moon phases

Leg and Feet Swelling #omeopathic Remedies

4omeopathic remedies are non9to+ic natural medicines safe for everyone including infants and pregnant or nursing women. =ou may use <>, $2>, <6 or $26 potencies. Learn more about homeopathy ;

1pis mellifica 1 worse left side" also signified in swollen upper eyelids" edema from allergic reactions" with burning, stinging and throbbing pains" better from cold, worse %pm. 1rsenicum album 1 worse evenings 2pm9#am" stitching, heavy, burning restless feet" better with warmth" perfectionist. )r"onia 1 sharp stabbing pains worse from any movement" arthritis" hot swelling feet with sharp needles in soles" heaviness of legs" doesn?t? want to be talked to. $austicum 1 burning of -oints, deformed -oints" weak ankles" unsteady walking" passionate about 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 have digestive 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 allergic reactions" with burning, stinging and throbbing pains" better from cold, worse %pm. 4laps 1 worse at night" soreness, bluish swelling9heart issues" worse from cold, storms, and wet 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 have digestive or liver problems" poor self esteem" worse %9@pm. Secale 1 when swelling gets serious" tingling numbness and prickling" icy cold feet" can have ulceration. Sanguinaria 1 burning of soles" worse on right side, nights" often used for right9sided migraines. Sulphur 1 soles burn, wants feet uncovered" person is a philosopher" worse at night, full moon, change of weather and mornings. Leg Swelling 5ornings

1pis mellifica 1 worse left side" also signified in swollen upper eyelids" edema from allergic reactions" with burning, stinging and throbbing pains" better from cold, worse %pm. 1urum metallicum 1 flush of blood to feet" feet feel tight bruised" cold foul food sweat" deep depression, suicidal feelings from financial problems. 5ancinella 1 ice coldness of feet" biting pain" skin degrades" dry soles of feet" worse cold and with anger. 2h"tolacca 1 also for lymphatic congestion" electric shooting pains" wandering pains, aching heels" pain in ankles and feet" cold feet" neuralgia. Sabadilla 1 leg swelling with sneeAing and an allergy component" swelling of feet and painful soles" toenail fungus and inflammation. Silicea 1 edema with cramping, icy cold sweat" changes with moon phases" worse cold. Leg Swelling 4venings )r"onia (-&) 1 sharp stabbing pains worse from any movement" arthritis" hot swelling feet with sharp needles in soles" heaviness of legs" doesn?t? want to be talked to. 1pis mellifica 1 worse left side" also signified in swollen upper eyelids" edema from allergic reactions" with burning, stinging and throbbing pains" better from cold, worse %pm. $austicum 1 burning of -oints, deformed -oints" weak ankles" unsteady walking" passionate about social issues" better warmth" cant stand on heels. $occulus indicus 1 connected with diAAiness" stiff, lame, unsteady, trembling, spasms" better from warm, resting" worse am. 2hosphorus 1 feet heavy, tingling and itching" -oints give way suddenly" cold feet" emotionally sensitive and empathetic people" worse evenings, left side. 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. Rhus to6 1 stiffness worse upon first movement but better from continued motion" better from heat, worse storms" cracking -oints, tingling" needle pain upon walking. Sanguinaria 1 burning of soles" worse on right side, nights" often used for right9sided migraines. 7hu8a 1 feels alone or isolated" feet feel fragile" pain in heels, toes, .chilles tendon" trembling, cold numb left side" worse $am or $ pm.