In this episode of Functional Medicine with Dr. Howard Robins, we discuss edema—swelling caused by excess fluid building up in the body’s tissues.Dr. Robins explains why edema commonly affects the feet, ankles, legs, hands, and other areas of the body, and why it may be caused by infection, injury, vein problems, heart issues, kidney disease, liver problems, medications, pregnancy, lymphatic blockage, and more.He also discusses natural and functional approaches that may help reduce swelling safely, including hydration, sodium reduction, movement, leg elevation, compression stockings, circulation support, natural diuretics, gut health, and direct IV ozone therapy.You’ll learn about:

• What edema is
• Common causes of swelling
• When edema may be serious
• Why sudden swelling should be checked quickly
• The role of veins, kidneys, liver, heart, and lymph flow
• How hydration may help the body release fluid
• Why sodium intake matters
• Compression stockings and leg elevation
• Natural supplements for circulation and fluid balance
• Why Dr. Robins recommends gut health support
• How direct IV ozone therapy may help chronic edema

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