Edema herbal remedies | Edema treatment with herbs

Edema commonly known as dropsy is the accumulation of fluid between the soft tissues of the body. While edema generally affects the legs, feet and ankles, it can cause bloating due to fluid retention in other parts of the body as well. Stretching of the skin is a typical symptom of edema.

Edema causes
Edema can be caused by a number of factors including liver disease, physical injury, diabetes, obesity, use of high blood pressure and other medications, consuming too much salt, heart disease, pancreatic disorders, kidney problems, standing or sitting in one position for long periods of time.

Herbal Remedies for Edema

Punarnava herb also known as Boerhaavia diffusa is a well known diuretic that is excellent in cases of edema. It helps in removal of fluid from the body and is also very useful in the treatment of ascites caused by liver cirrhosis.

Liv-52 is a herbal ayurvedic remedy that is excellent for healing and protecting the liver and helps in cases of edema caused by liver damage.

Arjuna herb is a well known heart tonic used to treat heart failure and edema caused by improper blood circulation