The real cause of edema: It's not just too much sodium.
At the beginning of the video, the speaker mentioned that he had severe pitting edema in his ankles, which would leave a pit when the skin was lightly pressed. Edema is usually thought to be related to liver, kidney, or heart function, or caused by too much sodium intake, but the speaker pointed out that more often the real cause is the failure of the sodium- potassium pump in the cells .
This pump is responsible for regulating fluids and electrolytes inside and outside the cell, accounting for 30% to 40% of cellular energy consumption . When the pump malfunctions, water cannot enter the cell and remains in the extracellular space, leading to lower limb edema.
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The association between hyperglycemia and fluid retention
The video explains that when blood sugar is too high, sugar combines with proteins (heme) in the blood to form "glycated proteins , " which is exactly what the A1C test reflects. Glycated blood proteins will:
- This reduces the blood's ability to carry oxygen and transport nutrients;
- Blockage of microvascular circulation leads to blood stagnation in the lower limbs;
- It damages the inner wall of blood vessels, causing fluid to leak out.
- This promotes sodium retention in the body, while potassium is trapped in sugar, resulting in a situation of high sodium and low potassium, and water retention .
Over time, this can damage the nerves in the feet, leading to numbness and tingling (peripheral neuropathy). Even if the condition does not progress to diabetes, people with high blood sugar may experience ankle swelling.
Three key nutrients for eliminating edema
The video points out that to restore the sodium-potassium pump function, three nutrients need to be supplemented:
- Potassium : The recommended daily intake is 4,700 mg, which is equivalent to 15 bananas. However , the sugar content is too high, so it is recommended to obtain it from low-sugar foods such as avocados, salads, and berries .
- Magnesium : Participates in energy production ( ATP manufacturing); deficiency can easily lead to cramps and fatigue. The daily requirement is approximately 420 mg , which can be obtained from pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and dark green vegetables .
- Vitamin B1 ( Thiamin ) : A key coenzyme in carbohydrate metabolism. Excessive intake of refined sugar depletes B1 , preventing the body from converting sugar into energy. A deficiency in B1 causes sugar to bind with proteins (glycation), leading to poor blood circulation and nerve damage.
The speaker emphasized that vitamin B1 can prevent sugar from permanently binding with blood proteins, maintaining smooth blood flow and cell health. If potassium, magnesium, and vitamin B1 are supplemented simultaneously , and the intake of sugar and refined carbohydrates is reduced , edema can be improved rapidly.
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Conclusion: Addressing swelling at its root by addressing nutrition and blood sugar levels
The video concludes that leg and ankle swelling is not simply a matter of water retention, but rather caused by blood sugar imbalances, electrolyte deficiencies, and vitamin deficiencies. To truly cure edema, the key lies in stabilizing blood sugar, replenishing potassium, magnesium, and vitamin B1 , restarting the cell's sodium-potassium pumps, and allowing the body's fluid balance to be restored naturally.
YouTube source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0RdYmocZTo
YouTube Column: Dr. Berger in Chinese Health knowledge
