8 Surprising Causes of Edema: Uncover the Truth!

I used to have edema—I don’t anymore. Discover the best natural remedies for edema.

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0:00 Introduction: How to get rid of edema
0:30 Top causes of edema and natural remedies
13:45 Learn more about the best foods for edema!

Today we’re going to talk about the best natural remedies for edema in the lower legs and feet.

Common treatments for edema have side effects. We want to focus on getting to the root cause of pitting edema using natural alternatives.

Potential causes and remedies for edema:
1. Consuming a high-sugar, high-carb diet
What to do:
• Get on the ketogenic diet

2. Consuming sodium without potassium
What to do:
• Consume foods high in potassium, an electrolyte powder high in potassium, or take a potassium supplement (you need 4700 mg of potassium a day)
• Avoid MSG

3. Low protein in the blood
What to do:
• Focus on natural ways to support your liver and kidneys

4. Heart issues
What to do:
• Support your heart naturally

5. Hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism
What to do:
• Consume iodine
• Support the thyroid

6. Lipedema
What to do:
• Go on a low-carb, high-fat diet

7. Medication side effects
What to do:
• Talk to your doctor about natural alternatives

8. Lymphedema
What to do:
• Try manual lymphatic drainage
• Wear compression garments
• Try low-level laser therapy
• Exercise consistently

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 58, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals®. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this helps increase your awareness of the best natural remedies for edema. I’ll see you in the next video.

[donnagarner]

My mother used to take her 'water pills' and often in a few days she would call me to take her to the hospital because she was so weak she couldn't stand. I would tell her she needed potassium (I knew from experience)...
Of course, she wanted to hear a doctor say it so we went to the emergency room and they always gave her potassium plus lots of tests.
One thing to remember is that low potassium can also cause muscle spasms/cramps and the heart IS a muscle. Several times she thought she was having a heart attack, and she NEVER had one in 92 years! It was always potassium- not that they always told us that, but she always had a bag of potassium on her IV.
I bought her potassium and I told her she needed 3 or 4 several times a day, but she said they upset her stomach...
God, I miss her❣
So much.🙏🏻

[underhermantle]

Dr Berg, please do a video about Lipedema for us women who are suffering from this disease. So many doctors have no idea how to help us but just tell us to eat less and move more or push weight loss drugs. We need a trusted and informed doctor like you guiding us. Thank you!

[TERROROGRAPHER]

I had edema when I I first had an inflamed liver, but getting healthier day by day now. No more edema or inflammation though 😁

[Low_Carb_Or_DIEt]

Thank you! I had edema for decades and FINALLY, because of following your keto videos, NO MORE SWELLING!

[shawnhollahan]

Hi Dr. Berg, I passed on a video of dizzy spells to my mom and the recommendations you gave healed her immediately. Thank you. I am 54, fit and healthy, excellent eating habits, no alcohol or medicines yet have been periodically been getting edema in my feet and ankles. I realized that its timed perfectly with my indulgence of marijuana. I gave up my compulsive use a few years ago but still partake a few times a year but when I do I smoke daily until the stash is gone. Then I go four or six months without. I noticed the edema begins within two days of daily smoking and then gradually disappears over five days after halting. After watching this video I'm guessing it has to do with my diet changes (munchies) when stoned. I googled this and got no information until I watched your video. I wont be indulging in marijuana anymore and will be modifying my diet and exercise more to protect my heart. Thanks again.

[Nyghtprowler]

This is one of the reason Berg is amazing. I didn't KNOW I had this and it was called Edema. I always thought it was super wierd my lower legs would do this... I had it for years and just thought it was "normal"... wierd, but normal.
In 2016 I went Keto and I just thought because I lost over 100 pounds it was wieght loss that made it go away. I was for sure diagnosed Pre-diabetic and was at 315 lbs. I got down to 195-200 and all sorts of good things happened thanks for Dr. Berg. Exema, Edema both disappeared. I've never felt better so Thanks for saving my life! So much knowledge to be gained on this channel.

[rosadidomenico]

My husband’s feet started to get swollen right after he was treated with steroids. Doctors never gave a reason of why . Now I understand.

[DragonErin]

Congestive Heart Failure is number one reason. You won't know you have it unless you get specific heart imaging (not the enzyme tests which can say your heart is fine when its not). Lost my best friends mom to it a few weeks ago. She weighs 120 lbs her whole life and before she died she weighed 170! That's how much fluid her body retained. She got it after the booster shot

[goldenzdancer]

I have cleared my edema practicing what I learned watched predominantly your info casts. Man 🖤 knowledge is worthless unless you practice it and share it. I'm grateful you share. Thank you Sir.

[jamilea]

I've seen a few of your videos and I absolutely love your explanations on things. Thanks

[byngostar]

I find it very assuring, Dr. Berg, that in your videos you mention your own inner demons and battles that you have had, i.e. edema, bad eating and drinking in the past, etc. It gives me such hope to see how you have been able to conquer your problems, so that I can conquer mine, and in your videos you cover so many issues that we could possibly think of as even minimal deterrents ❤

[thixuanlevu]

Good morning Dr Berg.Thank you very much for this topic ❤

[jerrylawless]

So glad to see you back on my feed you are no 1 doctor I love so thorough so explain well thank you for helping people God bless you

[susanbuck]

Very timely video. I just got back from a 3 day trip with my husband and my legs and feet are very swollen. I did consume fast food, high carbs and sugar. This is helpful.

[Xandr_Nekomata]

Wow this video came special for me ) because 2 weeks ago I got Edema on my feet... Thanks again for Ur videos )

[djelalhassan]

The best and the most comprehensive causes of Edema on YouTube

[Artbug]

Thank you for this video Dr Berg! Its a little sad to see there is so little research and understanding into lipedema and lymphadema, but reading these comments hearing other experiences is giving me some great leads😊 God bless!❤

[QuentinDunmore]

God bless you for fixing this puzzle !

[angelap]

ITS AMAZING HOW DRS DONT TELL THIS INFO AT ALL.... ITS AGGRAVATING

[ls-]

#6- pregnancy related;

the doctor ordered all kind of tests, monthly, with no clear answers to my Pillsbury Dough Boy transformation. I started at 125 lbs and gained 10 lbs of weight a month, did not eat sugar, had nausea for the entire 9 months + 2weeks, had heartburn the last three months of pregnancy. Could not eat chicken, it was a triggering word, sight, smell, could not read the word without having a nausea attack.
It so happened that a good friend of my husband's opened a Chinese restaurant, and we did frequently eat Chinese food, so I suspect MSG now. I don't eat fast food, and truly I didn't have much appetite, so how did I gain so much weight is puzzling. The edema in my lower legs was very bad towards the end of pregnancy. Had a healthy, 11lbs, 23 inch long son 😊 .
(Should have changed my doctor, for a secon, or third opinion. )