Liver disease
If the liver is diseased, such as in the case of cirrhosis, it may not produce enough albumin, a protein that prevents fluid from leaking out of blood vessels, thus causing a buildup in the legs, ankles, and feet.
Kidney disease
In chronic kidney disease, damage to the small kidney filters causes excessive leakage of albumin into the urine, resulting in fluid retention in body tissues.
The five nutrients to reduce swelling
Due to diet, health problems, and medications, nutrient deficiencies can occur and worsen swelling in the feet and legs. Here are five nutrients whose lack can influence edema, but replenishing them can help relieve it.
Vitamin B1
A deficiency in vitamin B1, also called thiamine, can cause swelling in the legs and feet. Thiamine helps your body use carbohydrates properly for energy, and a deficiency leads to fluid buildup around the heart. This makes it harder for the heart to pump blood efficiently, causing blood to pool in the veins.
Studies indicate that sufficient thiamine intake improves cardiac function in patients with heart failure and reduces swelling.
Rich sources of thiamine include pork, fish, sunflower seeds, beans, and flax seeds. Doses of 5 to 30 mg three times a day can treat various conditions related to thiamine deficiency
