Medically reviewed by Katrina Carter, DPT Causes of swollen feet and ankles include standing for long periods, excess salt intake, and pregnancy. Swelling of the feet and ankles can also indicate ...

This can result in heaviness or puffiness in areas such as the arms and legs and swelling in the ankles, feet, and hands. Water retention can be caused by overconsumption of salt, certain ...

Physical activity promotes circulation and can help your body release excess water through sweat. Regular exercise will also help reduce puffiness and swelling. Potassium-rich foods like bananas, ...

This is nothing but water retention (the medical term for it is edema). Fluid retention takes place in the circulatory system or within tissues and leads to swelling in hands, feet, ankles and legs.

Have you been noticing swelling in your legs, ankles ... cold water can produce the opposite effect. Engaging in physical activity can help improve blood circulation and reduce fluid retention.