Swelling in the legs – The most dangerous causes and natural ways of treatment

Swelling in the legs (edema) may seem harmless, but in many cases they signal serious health problems that require attention and action. Unfortunately, most people don’t know what causes swelling, or how to treat it properly. In this article, find out what are the most common causes of swelling in the feet and legs and how to solve them naturally and safely.

⚠️ Swelling is not a disease – it is a symptom!

Edema is not a disease in itself, but a warning to the body. If you neglect them, you may miss out on the opportunity for early diagnosis and treatment of serious conditions such as heart failure, kidney disease, venous thrombosis, and other disorders.

🔎 The most common and dangerous causes of swelling

1. Heart failure (congestive)

When the heart can no longer pump blood efficiently, fluid is retained in the legs. This leads to swelling, a feeling of heaviness and pain.
📌 Swollen legs can be the first sign of heart failure.

2. Vein diseases (venous thrombosis, thrombophlebitis)

Blood clots in the legs prevent normal circulation and cause:

unilateral swelling
pain and tenderness
The possibility of pulmonary embolism – a life-threatening condition!

3. Kidney disease

When the kidneys are unable to filter fluid and toxins, fluid builds up in the lower extremities. It often goes unnoticed until serious damage has already occurred.

4. Liver diseases

Liver diseases (e.g. cirrhosis, fatty liver) affect the level of protein in the blood, which causes fluid to be withdrawn into the tissues – first in the legs.

5. Medications

Many medications can cause edema:

NSAIDs (e.g. Brufen, aspirin)
Diabetes medications
Hormonal therapy
If you notice swelling, check the side effects of the medications you are using. Medication is a common, neglected cause.

6. Joint diseases – arthritis, osteoarthritis

Inflammation in the joints (knees, ankles) provokes local swelling. People with rheumatic or degenerative joint diseases often experience pressure and stiffness.

7. Poor diet and lack of minerals

Lack of potassium, magnesium and vitamin B6 leads to water retention in the body. A diet poor in nutrients worsens the condition.

🧪 How to recognize severe swelling?

Contact your doctor if:

It’s a one-sided swelling
comes suddenly
It is accompanied by pain, redness or shortness of breath
does not shrink overnight
is accompanied by fatigue, shortness of breath or urination disorders

🌿 A natural approach to treating swelling

Instead of covering up the symptoms with medication, the goal is to find the cause and treat it naturally. Here are the recommended natural substances and supplements:

✅ Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)

Dosage: 100 mg, 3 times a day
It stimulates the expulsion of excess fluid, helps with hormonal imbalance.

✅ Potassium citrate

Dosage: 99 mg, 3–6 times a day
Regulates electrolyte balance, prevents water retention.

✅ Hawthorn berries (Crataegus)

Dosage: 160–1800 mg per day (3–24 weeks)
They strengthen the heart, regulate blood pressure, improve circulation.

✅ Prickly boar (Ruscus aculeatus)

Dosage: 200 mg, 2–3 times a day
It reduces swelling of the legs, strengthens the veins, improves the tone of the venous walls.

💬 Important advice

“There is a natural remedy for every sick condition. The key is to find the cause and treat it in a targeted way.”
– marioLAB

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