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Water Retention (Oedema)

Introduction:

The are many causes for this slight of severe condition. Premenstrual water retention is familiar and is caused by oestrogen excess. An overburdened liver puts pressure on the heart and kidneys who can work at a very reduced level and as a result they fail to cope with fluid excretion, some people who have had their gallbladder removed find the strain this puts on the liver can precipitate the eventual kidney dysfunction.

 

dandelion flower

Lack of exercise incapacitates the lymphatic system, as can be seen in bedridden patients, whose ankles swell. Other causes include constipation, diabetes and thyroid dysfunction.

Nutritional Advice:

Absolutely avoid foods that encourage poor kidney function e.g. tea, coffee and alcohol.

Avoid salt, unless you are told not to specifically by a herbal practitioner.

Include plenty of leeks, cucumber, parsley, celery and celery seeds.

Amongst fruits choices: melons, peaches, pineapples and bilberries.

B vitamins are vital. Consume dark green vegetables and 'Chlorella' algae. Superfood contains all these.

For severe oedema seek professional advice.

Natural Healing:

Massage with juniper oil or add it to your bath water.

Juniper berries

Herbs:

Our herbal formulae are strong flavoured and effective. Our herbs enjoy a long history of use.

A large proportion of our herbs are grown in English soils, harvested using bio-chemistry analysis and many but not always, processed fresh, which heightens their remedial properties. The majority are grown organically and or sustainably wild-crafted. All manufacturing is carried out using licensed good manufacturing practice.

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