why do i retain so much fluid in my legs and torso?
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if you eat a lot of salty food, then you are more likely to retain water. salt retains water. Water retention, medically known as edema, can be caused by a number of factors, from normal shifts in body fluid to excess dietary sodium and diseases such as heart or kidney disease.
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Swelling is caused by fluid buildup in the tissues. Gravity pulls the fluids to your feet and ankles, causing them to swell. \n\nSwelling can be caused by a serious condition of the kidney, heart, liver or blood vessels. Some other causes of swelling are:\n\nEating a poor diet high in salt and carbohydrates \nTaking birth control or hormone replacement therapy pills \nPregnancy \nPMS \nSodium retention \nMuscle injury \nVaricose veins \nHistory of phlebitis \nAllergic reactions \nPreeclampsia \nNeuromuscular disorders \nTrauma \nLaxative abuse \nDiuretics abuse \nDrug abuse \nTreatment will depend on the cause of the swelling. One of the first treatment options is to elevate the legs above the level of the heart. Anti-inflammatory medicine can also help reduce swelling. \n\nOther treatment options are \n\nLeg wedges to elevate the feet while sleeping. \nSupport socks and stocking \nSupport socks and stockings come in various gradients depending on the pressure needed, and various lengths depending on the level of the edema. \nProper fitting shoes and socks. \nTips to Reduce Swelling\nCut back on salt \nSalt contributes to fluid retention. \nDrink plenty of water. \nPut your feet up \nLying on your back, rest your feet at least 12 inches above the level of your heart for 10 to 15 minutes, three or four times a day. \nDo not abuse laxatives \nUse support stockings \nRoll these on in the morning to promote circulation and limit gravitation movement of fluids. Most medical supply or drug stores carry these. \nExercise regularly \nRegular exercise improves circulation. \nAvoid standing in place for long period of time. \nLose excess weight \nExcess weight slows circulation of body fluids and puts extra pressure on your veins. \nIncrease muscle activity with walking. \nAvoid long periods of sitting \nEvery one or two hours, get up and walk. \nReview your medication with your doctors \nCertain drugs, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories and calcium channel blockers, can contribute to swelling. \nComplications of Swelling?\nExcess swelling can cause skin ulcerations.
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Earlier I told you about thrombosis, but with the swollen tummy, I don't expect that so much. I expect you are just retaining water. This could be because of your menstral cycle. My tummy and my legs do that too.\n\nDon't worry about it too much!
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THE LEAN CUISINE MIGHT CAUSE YOU TO RETAIN WATER... IT'S NOT HOW MUCH YOU EAT AS WHAT YOU EAT, STAY AWAY FROM PROCESSED FOODS THAT ARE HIGH IN SODIUM... CHECK YOU CALORIE INTAKE VS. CALORIES BURNT PER DAY THIS SHOULD HELP...
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Avoid salty foods, drink lots of water - this reduces the amount of water your body has to hold onto - (That is what my trainer tells me.)  Cardio exercise - Fast walking - swiming - running - about an hour a day(Again that is what my trainer told me)
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Your body is retaining water for some reason. Are you pregnant? It's not just the ankles that swell when you develop toxemia. See your doctor.\n\nIt is also possible that you are allergic to something. What's new or different about your bed or bedroom? \n\nor\n\nYou had a case of the blues last night and cried yourself to sleep. Try applying a face cloth dipped in water as hot as you can stand it for awhile, than immediately switch to a cold water one. Alternate these for a few minutes and the swelling should go down.\n\nor\n\nWe're doing your homework for you here. Smart girl, if that's the case!
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You might try to eat some more fiber. It could help to keep you regular and not have the liquidy part.
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I am a walker and my hands swell when I walk.  I believe it has something to do with gravity and the blood falling all towards the ground (when your hands are pointed downward)
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girls absorbe more fluids in their body ... it has to do with hormones thats why they sweat more too
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Because a lot of your blood is being moved to your stomach and intestines to digest your food.  Perhaps you have low blood volume or poor circulation.  You might want to see a doctor.
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Believe it or not, the best way to not retain water is to stay well hydrated and avoid a high salt diet.  A moderate exercise regimen is very helpful as well.  \n\nOne of the worst things people do, is decrease water intake.  This has a reverse effect by actually causing your body to try an hold on to as much as possible, holding it in the supporting tissues, maximally concetrating the serum and urine.\n\nAlso, don't take other people's prescription medications.  If you feel medication is needed for your problem, get the right medication and treatment plan from a physician.
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The reason you should drink more water is to help your body filter more effectively. It should not cause you to bloat unless you are eating things that cause you to retain water. An excessive salt intake will cause you to retain water. Consider this. \n\nSometimes keeping a food diary can help. Sometimes we don't remember how much we have snacked on during the day. The food diary can help you see if you are snacking excessively or help you see a bad habit. \n\nIf snacking is your problem you can look into a couple of options. You can cut down on your snacking or plan for healthier snacks. Don't drastically change your diet unless you know that you can stick with it. Otherwise you just gain all of the weight back because you go back to old habits. Just change a little at a time. Try having two "healthy meals" a week. Something as simple as having grilled food, instead of something fried. \n\nAlso, to lose weight you really need to do some type of exercise. Find something that you enjoy doing. You will be more likely to stick with it. Maybe walking, swimming, yoga, dance, aerobics. Just whatever you find interesting. If you bore easily you may want to try doing more than one thing. For instance, walking with friends on Monday and Wednesday, yoga on Tuesday and Thursday. The next week try dance on Mon. and wed. and aerobics or Tues. and Thurs.. You just have to find what works for you. The most important thing is to keep it fun and interesting. Take time and try some new things!\n\nI hope these suggestions were helpful. Good luck and just keep the faith in yourself. You can do it. You just have to decide that you are ready to.
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You are increasing your blood flow while in sauna, so it is possible that you lose a little bit of fat. But the effect is very small, it is mostly water you are sweating out.
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diet and exercise together.. also stay away from all soda...even diet soda has sodium in it that will cause you to retain water.
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It could be a kidney infection or a liver problem. \n\n The infection causes retention of fluid, especially around the eyes. But first do a quick assessment.  Does he have a fever?  Is he lethargic?  Is he recovering from being sick recently?  \n\nIt could also be an allergic reaction.  Sudden onset of swelling can do that.  An anti-histamine may help if it's an allergic reaction.
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Maybe you are sitting down for too long at a time or you have an uncomfortable chair.  You might want to get up every once in a while to get the blood flowing through your legs and body.    It also might be your posture.  I know what you are talking about though.
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Your legs may become swollen due to peripheral oedema (collection of water in the lower part of your body). Also if you do not regularly exercise a part of your body, it will get fat, and the muscles get weak.\nTo solve these problems, you should exercise regularly so that your whole body burns enough fat to prevent your legs from getting fat, and while sitting in the classroom, you can do some stretching exercises to move the fluids in your legs back up.