Dietary
Reducing Dietary Sodium
for Oedema (Fluid Retention)
Reducing salt intake to decrease fluid retention as sodium causes the body to retain water.
How it works
High sodium intake increases plasma osmolality causing increased fluid retention in tissues to maintain osmotic balance.
What to watch for
Most important when oedema is related to heart, kidney or liver disease. Hidden sodium in processed foods is the main source.
Community experience
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