Decrease the amount of salt in your diet. Salt can contribute to water retention and should be drastically limited if you are experiencing edema.
Avoid alcohol, tobacco and caffeine as much as possible. These can inhibit the natural functions cells and organs, rendering them less effective.
Elevation. Hold the swollen part of your body above the level of your heart for at least 30 minutes three or four times a day.
Movement. Moving and using the muscles in the part of your body affected by edema may help pump the excess fluid back to your heart.
Compression. If one of your limbs is affected by edema, your doctor may recommend you wear compression stockings, sleeves or gloves.
Eat a whole fresh cucumber daily. Cucumber is thought to reduce water retention in the body, as well as eliminate toxins that can contribute to edema.
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