How to prevent edema during pregnancy?
You can reduce swelling with the consumption of foods that are rich in potassium like bananas. Avoid caffeine intake. Some other helpful tips to prevent edema during pregnancy include: • Avoid the activities that need sitting or standing for longer hours and take frequent breaks. • Keep your feet elevated as often as you can. • Don’t cross your legs or ankles while sitting. • Minimize spending time in outdoors when it is too hot. • Wear helpful stockings and tights. • Swim or rest in a pool. • Wear comfortable sandals and avoid wearing high heels. • Keep your body hydrated, drink more and more water as this helps to flush your body to reduce the water retention. • Don’t wear the clothes that are tight around your wrists or ankles. • Apply cold compress at swollen areas. • Minimize the consumption of sodium and don’t add excess salt to the meals, which promotes water retention. • Exercise regularly as it can improve the circulation [pregnancy exercise].
