What Causes Right Ankle Edema?

[@mayrag3912]

I want to cry because I’m 48 yrs old and been dealing with swelling of my left foot since I was in my 30 ‘s and now both feet swell . It took watching this video to understand why or get some information to help myself try doing something about it. NO DOCTOR HAS EVER TOLD ME ANYTHING JUST GAVE ME DIURETIC AND MY BLOOD PRESSURE MEDS.I will definitely change my way of eating and eat more greens . Thank you Dr for the info wish you lived close by

[@sandrabentley8111]

Keto. Those ankles will go down.

[@ladiuneeq9789]

I had edema often for 3 years. I could feel the water moving in my feet when I walked. Went keto and I have no swelling at all, not even when sitting for long periods of time.

[@georgeikinya2779]

Take his potassium electrolyte powder and am sure it will disappear as you embark on a more vegetables based diet.

[@lolozow3533]

I agree with you! I have had a right swollen ankle for over 10 years and no doctor could ever give me any reason it might be swollen and not the left. I did find one source on KZbin that randomly mentioned it in another information filled video, but Dr. Berg definitely gets detailed with his explanations.

[@raystroud8342]

Most doctors won't tell you. They just write a prescription and tell you to come back in a few months. Yadda yadda yadda

[@Rashitaastemari]

Thank you I am a person who has known better and not headed the warning. Now I am horrified looking and the swelling in my feet, ankles and now legs! I was working out daily Pilates and watererobics and Mother and caregiver passed away. I froze! and returned to emotional destructive eating and drinking habits. It's pick my self up or die painfully. I thank you for your firm gentle non judgmental approach. I have been watching your videos two years now and I am ready to do what is best for me. Thank you for your honesty.

[@MarioEscobedo-su7kg]

Too much prescriptions drugs and no exercise.

[@KaRiNa-pj9sb]

He is so sweet, he always wants to help people.

[@patriciau6277]

My youngest has a server allergy to latex. Crocs might cause this if you have this allergy. Simple thing to check first. I love this Doctor! I have followed his advice for a year now he hasn’t disappointed me yet.❤

[@sousahari1268]

My right ankle and foot swells up most days, so wearing a right shoe is painful. I hadn’t been told about potassium, or about eating more greens. I was told to keep my foot raised above my heart as often as possible which often made no difference. I do eat salads using a variety of greens including pea shoots, raw broccoli etc. My ankle and foot slimmed down every few days, now I know why! Thank you so much Doctor Berg. 😍

[@gabrieledean8225]

I added his electrolyte capsules to my carnivore diet, all swelling disappeared!

[@cmc6299]

i have suffered with chronically swollen ankles and feet for more than 24 years - based on your advice I have cut out sugar including carbs, cows milk and I have started eating LOTS more potassium-rich vegetables. Every day I juice one avocado with 2-3 celery stalks with xylitol & unsweetened almond milk. I noticed positive changes in a matter of days and now several months on I have greatly reduced the swelling and the discomfort in my feet/ankles. Im not fully healed yet but I'm improving every day. Thank you Dr. Berg for your amazing advice & for telling us things that my own GP couldnt be bothered to tell me or jist didnt know to tell me

[@gerofiore9695]

Im going to try this, have to lose weight as well, how you doing now?

[@PoojaTV09]

how are you feeling now

[@usewisdom2]

Thanks for reminding me of avocado and celery combination. I used to put avocado in my smoothies then I forgot as I cut down on smoothies for a while. 🙂

[@wilburburnside9623]

Many doctors today know no better than to prescribe a drug for everything . They were taught in Big Pharma protocol . Listen to Dr Berg . Save yourself a lot of time , heartache and pain . He's the real deal .

[@cupcakestv1497]

This year I just started getting swollen ankles and feet. It was really a wake up call for me. Your videos have helped me so much, and I've taken off 50 lbs doing IF 16:8 and low carb diet. I still have a long way to go, but it's great to have a plan that shows results.

[@paulawilder8368]

I had swelling in my right ankle twice, both times I fasted and went lower carbs. Problem resolved completely within one week. Nice to know science behind it.

[@ShalishaAlston]

I started following you and Keto with IF on 10/28/21. I'm down 14 pounds. I do 16:8 and feel incredible. I'm NEVER hungry. The swelling in my ankles are non-existent. I walk to and from work 5 days a week (about 17 blocks each way). I couldn't walk half a block at first. I am so grateful my little sis put me on to you.

[@zezmerelda240]

best explanation of this phenomenon I've ever read, and I'm a nurse!

[@KandiceKan]

I’m 42 and I’ve had swollen ankles since I was 9yrs old and my father had them too, as an adult. I’ve struggled for years, mostly mentally but I have noticed that when I go on a no sugar, high veggie diet, they go down tremendously, but never all the way. I’m gonna increase my potassium and pray that works.

[@michelles8835]

Did this help?

[@klujics123]

So what’s the verdict ?

[@dianeparrote9180]

@@michelles8835 ...

[@MarieC806]

In my experience with my swollen ankles, increasing my potassium definitely helped them go down a lot. However, too much potassium is toxic and can cause kidney stones and heart attacks. So what’s the sweet spot for extra potassium without hurting yourself? Can’t do labs for potassium weekly.

[@MalMilligan]

@@MarieC806 you have to eat 8 bananas a day to get to the Recommended Daily Allowance of Potassium. How are you getting too much Potassium ? What are you doing to go way over the RDA ?

[@pennylane5404]

I would have Been so grateful if someone highlighted an obvs health issue and especially one with the most amazing caring voice as you do !

[@williamboquist4090]

Your comment on diuretics being prescribed for edema is spot on. Most doctors today treat symptoms and show very little interest in underlying causes.

[@ritalafleur4417]

True my husbands np told me after a certain age they don’t bother looking at the root or genetics, they just treat the symptoms or rather make you addicted to the drugs

[@nobody-wo5cc]

Broke my rt ankle 3 times in the past,am typev2 and am prone to heart failure...im glad i found this,now ill see the results after following your advice..Be posting an update un the future...

[@lalasadventures]

I no longer have swelling in my ankles since I quit sugar.

[@ritalafleur4417]

What are you using in place of sugar

[@patriciaoreilly8907]

I agree & keep moving.

[@leedunne7726]

I would like to say that You are the Only one who responded to the right leg swelling search. There are many vids on leg swelling but I asked specifically the right leg and you answered with simplicity . You even gave direction as to possible ways to heal the offended system and organs! Thanks again Dr. Berg.

[@olivia8979]

My right food USED to be swollen. Possibly both a little, but mostly my right. But then I went keto and that and many other things that I didn't understand were miraculously cured.

[@joprocter4573]

How do you start keto

[@mst5158]

​@@joprocter4573did you try keto

[@eagleeye2300]

These clips are so incredibly helpful and very generously shared. Thank you so much. "Eat your greens!!"

[@kamaaljamac3737]

THANKS DR. I HAD FOR 2WEEKS RIGHT ANKLE EDEMA WITH OUT SEEN YOUR VIDEO I DID DIET FOOD TODAY I FEEL BETTER

[@ornettehenry3018]

Thank you for telling me what’s wrong and how to correct - it helps a lot. Please don’t stop

[@heloguy2527]

I[m 68 ......if I need to know about something I am experiencing you are the go to guy..........Thanks

[@RR_12014]

Dr. Berg - Thank you so much for that explanation. I live a very sedentary lifestyle since I work from home and hardly ever go out. Because of the pandemic I gained about 90 lbs that I had lost previously in 2018. Now my right ankle swells up at times and my left is fine, but has a tendency to swell up. I was diagnosed with fatty liver disease and im currently taking steps to reverse it. Thank you again for this explanation - I now have a better understanding and you have calmed my anxiety a bit. Thank you thank you.

[@philipmartin2691]

Thank you again Dr Berg for all of your information and diagnostic videos. I have been IF and no sugar for 5 months now. Had leaky gut and edema for 1 to 2 years prior. I first used L glutamine and vit D3 to fix the leaky gut issue. Then IF and Keto brought me from 210 lbs to 185 lbs in about 3 months. I feel 20 to 30 years younger. I also started using boron to stop arthritis inflammation from a hip fracture repair 24 years ago. Blood pressure is returning to normal. All this from watching your videos. Thanks for adding years back to my life. I have seen many people die with these issues going undiagnosed for decades. Health adds so much to quality of life.

[@philipmartin2691]

Also had a pain going through the repaired hip. On and off for years, it felt like a nerve on the front side of my left hip joint. I tried your trick of massaging the pancreas because that is where random left side spasms could be emanating from. It worked, also had some unusual spasms in the pancreas for a few weeks. No more ghost hip pain now.

[@gerofiore9695]

My BP is slightly high 135/98 last year was 120/82 now have ankle swelling, Ive been overweight for 3 decades and have fatty liver, and have leaky gut, SIBO etc cause of taking PPI's for 27years, tried AVC and got more acid than ever so had to keep taking the PPI med, may I ask what do your meals look like so I can go Keto as well and lose that weight. I already started to reduce rice, pasta, potatoes etc, now eat salads and add olive oil and some chicken breast, beets help reduce BP, I eat liver friendly foods like broccoli, beet, dandelion, artichoke on the salads, but I dont have enough oil to get into ketosis, I do drink coffee and tea, apparently coffee can make this problem worse

[@usewisdom2]

Great testimony.

[@mrg466]

What's IF?

[@philipmartin2691]

@@mrg466 intermittent fasting.

[@somewhereintimeiam]

You've helped tremendously. Had swelling in both ankles. Started watching my potassium by way of lg salads or Potassium supplements, the swelling has stopped. Thanks to your vid on Vit B Complex, I've started taking that as well and the neuropathy in my legs has subsided. Appreciate all that you share & making your viewers aware of how to better take care of our bodies.

[@sadiabaig2399]

Which vit b complex u take and how much potassium every day is safe ? Also give name of potassium supplement

[@mariawedderburn4887]

Good to know info. Thanks Dr Berg. Be blessed daily.

[@eeg122]

@@sadiabaig2399 Dr. Berg said in the video to have a large green salad daily. Also look up foods high in potassium.

[@johantrenier1685]

Had a stroke 5 years ago. Circulation on my right side hindered. This last year committed to Keto. Inflammation has gone away.

[@arnahw]

Another bombshell video. This info could be life-saving.

[@otislawrence474]

hundreds of doctors , you're one of the few I do listen to. Thanks you're very informative.

[@Drberg]

Thank you for your positive feedback!

[@ryanhamilton9709]

Ur knocking it out of the park I wish there were more doctors that actully cared about there patience and not just insurance check! Plus ur entire set up top to bottom flowless!

[@clayreal]

I am very greatful to you Dr Burg. Thank you for putting up Superior content!! Im 48 and have family members entering their 80s I also have a family member who is only 10yrs old , has stage 4 bone cancer . I have a friend 46yrs old that has bone marrow cancer multiple myeloma. I have a next-door neighbor that has swelling ankles . I am sharing your videos with everyone I can !

[@shaunblock9392]

Dr Berg I’m so glad I came across your podcast a year ago because I’ve learned so much about my body I feel like a student I’m 73 I would say my health is stable nothing too brag about I would say my mobility is at a rate of about 70% now I’ve alway been a realist most of my life but I don’t need a doctor tell me I’m old cause that’s what it really boils down too I’m not naive which means I’m not go allow no doctor to fill me up prescription drugs two main ones was metformin and statins and becaue of your teachings I’m no longer a diabetic my A1C is 5.2 my pressure is normal138/82 and I’m forever grateful because I read everything you post it just hurts that it took over Twenty years for me to get where I am today and I’m eternally grateful I wish more Doctors were as candid as you’re to your viewers it would be a better place GOD BLESS and may God keep you and the family

[@barbarasummers280]

I decided after halfway through the first Covid year, I was at 208 lbs! and had some elevated blood pressure, to go on intermittent fasting (well started with a water fast, 5 days) and low carb, it worked, actuallly the first time, I have tried excersise, all kinds of diets, etc. been over 150 since my 2nd and last child, had really difficult fibroids, was anemic, had to have hysterectomy, which helped that...but had not been able to lose for years, now I have lost 29 lbs! and still working on it, just not as extreme on the low carb as I was, but still at least staying at 177-180 and trying to get down more, need to go more on the veg and low carb. but still, it has really helped a lot...I feel much better most of the time, still have some edema in ankles though, which I have had a long time, have had sprained ankles, and was told I have anterior tibial tendonitis from having a very high arch...so there is that.

[@aureliapittilla1526]

You are the only doctor told who explains the illness properly,I really salute you doctor .🙏

[@soniasias6226]

Exactly, Took my mother to the Physician Assistant at the VA and she gave us diuretics and sent us home. Both legs and feet were swollen. I left my Mom with the caregivers and the swelling would come and go. I returned to live with her for 6 months, changed diet and started walking with her every single day. Her legs are back to normal and I'm afraid to leave her again. Diabetes runs in our family I'll have that checked next, thanks to you!

[@diogenes-apostle]

Try pycnogenol and P5P and watch her symptoms disappear like magic 🙏🏿

[@lwanek]

dude! i’ve been in agony for a couple days & i just ate an omelette w spinach & i put potassium salt on it & im feeling way better after 15 minutes. 🤗👐 thank you!

[@bobholyoake7790]

thanks for all the information you put out . best wishes from England uk

[@DymaxionDon]

The medical information available from this channel is amazing.

[@rvfamilylife]

We are so thankful we have found your videos. I love the way Dr Berg delivers such important information. Most people will belittle me if I ask things like, "why should I eat grassfed beef." But Dr Berg actually gives us the science behind it. Currently my wife has one swollen ankle and lower leg and we have started to address her sodium intake. But thanks to Dr. Berg we will start pursuing an increase in potassium as well for her.

[@drmatulewicz]

My mom has a swollen right ankle, the doctor told her there is nothing wrong. I will be sending this off to her to view. Thanks Dr. berg.

[@Gdraven1]

So glad you addressed this specific issue, Dr. Berg. I was starting to have edema in my right ankle and couldn't figure out why it was just the right and not the left. 7 weeks ago I started IF and significantly increased my greens consumption. After the first week, I've not had any problems at all with ankle swelling.

[@deniseyoung4494]

What is 'IF'?

[@gerofiore9695]

how are you doing now?

[@QuinMarCoKee]

You know Dr. Berg.... it is so frustrating seeing people so close to me with many different symptoms, and knowing that if I suggest to follow all of the knowledge you share with us, it will be pointless because they are not willing to start doing the hard work of eating healthy, moving healthy and fasting healthy. In this journey of getting healthier, I feel so alone.

[@bbsaid218]

I get it after long periods of driving. Moving around helps. A few squats and calf raises as often as possible, and rotating your feet as much as possible.

[@kathym6603]

I get it from toooo much sitting. I'd stand up when on the computer but right now don't have the right "bench."

[@ooohlalaandrea]

Not me, more I move the more it happens :/

[@bobboscarato1313]

@@kathym6603 Get an adjustable chair with side arms. It's worth it!

[@diogenes-apostle]

Bb Said, try pycnogenol and P5P and watch your symptoms disappear like magic 🙏🏿

[@Yumbutteredsausage]

​@@bobboscarato1313 what kind of sidearms? Shotgun or revolver? 😮

[@thedesignresults]

Im 52 and my foot starting swelling at 16. Ive been too so many doctors snd this is the first time I've heard this!

[@deborahblount8571]

My Dr did not give me a diaretic he knew Lymphedema. Having clogged lymph nodes he suggested therapy. I met with specialized therapist she did massage in the areas from top neck by ears all way down to my toes. Two times a week met she taught me how to do the massages. This was a long 8 months. Got the toxic fluids out your moving upwards towards heart release. It worked my legs would be wrapped each session. That helped loosen compress the tightness to move the fluid. I do have to continue keep up doing my massages and watch foods high sodium make sure I eat my salads it had been 2 years there is no cure Lymphedema however I do wear compression socks daily. Thanks Dr Berg for the help

[@louannhuber2651]

This makes me sad. Grandma’s ankles were swollen and her doc had no idea why. This was probably 35-40 yrs ago. I bet she was low on potassium.

[@KandiceKan]

I’m 42 and I’ve had swollen ankles since I was 9yrs old and my father had them too, as an adult. I’ve struggled for years, mostly mentally but I have noticed that when I go on a no sugar, high veggie diet, they go down tremendously, but never all the way. I’m gonna increase my potassium and pray that works.

[@umuaminadahir3982]

My swelling was on the right ankle but when I started OMAD it really improved,four months down the line it's totally gone. Thanks Dr Berg I learnt alot form you

[@deniseyoung4494]

What's OMAD?

[@Angel-km5ym]

@@deniseyoung4494 Eating just one meal a day

[@gerofiore9695]

Are you still doing OMAD and how are you now?

[@gracecotton9819]

This is very encouraging. Thank you Dr Berg. For a few years my right ankle in particular became very large, especially at the end of the day. Having followed the principles of keto for about 4 years now, I have recently noticed that my swelling is very, very, limited indeed.

[@mst5158]

Did your ankle change colors

[@gracecotton9819]

@@mst5158 What is the significance of a change of colour?

[@teddybear3552]

I benefit from Every One of your Informational Videos Dr Eric. Thank You... Still on the Planet!

[@lindagray8956]

I appreciate your videos so much. I had breast cancer 7 years ago and have many problems since then. I seem to get no answers from the doctors and depend on you for the information I need to get better.😊

[@gracecotton9819]

Have you considered German New Medicine for the information you need?

[@jonerlandson1956]

ok... how you have contributed to my understanding?... yes... and thank you.... i am a recovering American and have lost 70 lbs from my hey days... it's taken time but Rome wasn't built in a day... i topped at 250 for about 7 years then dropped between 200 and 210 for another 5 years or so. I'm now around 185 @ 6'2 shooting for maybe 10 more lbs. I think my liver may be healthier but I'm also now taking DIM and Red Vine Leaf while starting the rebound therapy but without much of a rebounded but the earth. I'm hoping that will work but have also just recently purchased a bicycle. I'm 66 and was forced into retirement from the maritime industry due to torn meniscus i sustained which i believe was probably a result of poor circulation in my legs. Anyway... I believe i am on the right path if i can overcome complacency.... I have known about keto for at least 7 years through Dr. Mercola but you talked me into it around April of this year and have since lost around 22 lbs or so... thanks again...

[@joellethomas3779]

There are no words to describe my appreciation for all you do and research you share so freely! Thank you, for the suggestions and explaining the root cause of ailments and how to fix it! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@RubinaMerchant]

Your advice is spot on, the way you explain whats happening (is exactly what I experience) but now I understand the 'why' behind it and the science around it. Yes, treating the symptoms is what most doctors do which makes things worse in the long run. Thank!!!

[@RealAshAzhar]

I think we better listen to Dr. Berg's videos than to go to Doctor in order to figure out what's wrong with our body!

[@jgregorygraves5792]

I am 60 years old and I haven't been to a doctor since my Mom had me go when I was in my early teens. I've had health problems but ALL of them have been resolved practicing the advice of Dr. Berg and others who embrace the KETO lifestyle; Pharma free and loving it.

[@MrInteresting1025]

He tells you exactly what to do to never have to see a doctor. No one fixed my back in 15 years. I do OMAD 4 weeks in my pain goes away and my mind explodes.

[@essamrasho2443]

Totally a fan of Dr. Berg❤❤

[@krystiesolfyre5340]

That’s really unwise. Doctors are important health providers too who can do work up and screenings for cancer etc, ‘natural’ is great but we do need to stop having this either or mentality.

[@patriciaberistain9558]

It's not about paying (not that we or unless me have enough $$) But the real reason about see theses videos is because other Drs. Never said anything they just try to get you back every 5 to ten days.

[@stellahlad4506]

I had a very nasty fracture of the right ankle and was operated on the 7th August, 2021, was hospitalized for 3.5 months, but even today, June 29, 2022 my ankle is swollen, numb and painful. I am 69. Thank you for your comment.

[@kerriesmeltzer4513]

Yes that’s me well done very informative having problems purchasing Potasium has been removed from the shelves of pharmacies here in Australia

[@theview7169]

Well, you still have green leafy salads, right?

[@robertoluis9238]

THANKS DR BERG...A LONG NIGHT TRYING TO RATIONALIZE MY CURRENT HEALTH CONCERN. STAY WELL.......................

[@angelawillis8377]

My Dr actually sent me for ultra sound of my arteries for blood clots and I was consistently told that my potassium was fine and that I'd likely have edema for life. The ketogenic lifestyle has given me back my life. A high quality life. But listening to your videos, Dr. Berg and learning about all the macros or bodies need daily have been even more life changing. It's so hard when ppl remark on my amazing transformation and want to know what I've done. Because it's a multi step process to reverse all the damage that we've caused ourselves, mostly inadvertently due to our traditional Dr's not teaching us. It honestly should be a crime at this point in history.

[@denisegaylord382]

Unfortunately Angela, most doctors are not aware how big a role nutrition plays in our bodies because they do not receive much if any classes in nutrition. Doctors are pretty much clue less in this area. The "modern medicine" pretty much abandoned anything holistic with the advent of the development of the pharmaceutical industry. Instead, they focus on drugs and development. I am not saying that we have not benefited from the advent of drugs, but not all of us need drugs as the primary solution to what ails our bodies. Sometimes it's just getting real about what we are eating.

[@gmarkfarnham8237]

You need to write a book. You are a wonderful encylopedia of knowledge. Thank you for all your videos.

[@gooseywhispers]

Yes don't ignore a swollen foot I'm a 41 yr old male in fairly good physical shape and once or twice a year i would get a painful swollen left foot, then one week i started having bad heart burn that would radiate to my left arm after eating takeaways lasting 6 hours i made an appointment to see DR, it turns out i was having mild heart attacks. i spent 2 weeks in hospital my artery's, were all clogged and narrowly avoided triple bypass surgery and had my artery's drilled out and 3 stents placed.

[@markberry3494]

Thank you Dr Berg for all your advice.lost 8lb in 2 months and walking breathing and sleeping has improved considerably.

[@laurieannerodriguez5946]

My left leg hurts the most and both are swollen, I have a filter in the left which was installed after I had a stroke, I was fine before my stroke, now I have to use a walker 24/7. I was allowed to go to Lymphedema and wound care for a year about 5 years ago. Thank you Dr. Berg! Have a good day!

[@leecarlson9713]

If you are in the US, Medicare will pay for lymphedema therapy each year. I have done this for years. I am now 80, and in the past couple of years, my lymphedema has improved, for no known reason. Still have it, but not as bad.

[@strawberryshirt87]

I learn every time I listen to Dr. Berg 🙏

[@bobboscarato1313]

I do too; he is a remarkable Doctor and Human been!

[@meowsaymeow]

Because you said if I'm benefiting from your videos. Yes, my mother had difficulty breathing and you'd said alkaline or acidic so I told her to take calcium magnesium and potassium, and we did it through black sesame seed white and yogurt. And it's all okay now alhamdulillah

[@goldilox369]

That's so weird! Most of my swelling it's always in my right ankle. Thanks!

[@diogenes-apostle]

Try pycnogenol and P5P and watch your symptoms disappear like magic 🙏🏿

[@deniseyoung4494]

@@diogenes-apostle what's P5P?

[@carolinekarolewicz8432]

😮

[@skfanfanfan]

The symptom is not the problem! Thanks Dr Berg. This is a common mistake "western" doctors often make. (I'm saying "western" from the perspectives of "asian/chinese" medicine and concepts where the overall body "balance" and immune systems is being treated and boosted rather than often focusing on just treating the symptoms.

[@ibolyakontor7199]

All you write about is very helpful and most informative for all of us. Thank you

[@aureliapittilla1526]

You are the most genius doctor in my opinion. Thank you 🙏👏

[@MRSMakeupBag]

my edema is on the left side. Left calf and ankle. but I went carnivore in February 2024 and within a few weeks my chronic edema was mostly gone. Now the edema I get is only as a result of prolonged sitting as I work from home. Or if im standing forever in the kitchen

[@ChuckCoy]

I started keto about three years ago, sometimes strict sometimes not so much but always living with the knowledge that carbs kill, thanks to information like this. I see family and friends slowly killing themselves with food. Some I have seen die when they shouldn't have. It's hard to watch, especially when they refuse to entertain the possibility that what they eat every day is making them sick. Thanks to Dr. Berg I live a healthier more active life than many folks my age. Keep up the good work.

[@theview7169]

What were they eating that killed them?

[@ChuckCoy]

@@theview7169 Cakes pies candy biscuits and gravy mashed potatoes corn lots of fast food. Basically a typical southern diet. When we lose someone like that we say they died of a stroke, heart attack, complications of diabetes ect. Truth is they had been in steady decline for years with Doctors treating only symptoms, never addressing the real problem, diet.

[@CarbageMan]

I had edema (both ankles) at least three years before I was diagnosed diabetic. I'd consider it a potential warning sign. Hypertension and "food comas" too. Wish I'd had my fasting insulin and blood sugar checked (A1c was okay at the time.)

[@sahabiyaa]

Keto diet ill def fix ur problem My bro had A1c of 11 And now is 6 and he has not taken his meds for almost 3 years! You can manage it throu diet. The docs r shocked with his numbers!

[@CarbageMan]

@@sahabiyaa Did it. I was lamenting that the doctor didn't check my insulin three years before he diagnosed me diabetic.

[@sahabiyaa]

@@CarbageMan oh ok great

[@gerofiore9695]

Im worried about this as well, my ankles arent massively swollen but I get the dent when I press my finger in the shin areas so freaking out about my heart, kidney, liver connection, I eat salad but how do I get to that keto level of 70% fat? That sound like a massive amount.

[@CarbageMan]

@@gerofiore9695 I'd subscribe to Dr Berg's channel and look at the beginning keto videos in his archive. Also, I recommend Dr Jason Fung, who has a great book on diabetes. He has another on obesity and one on fasting. There's a lot of crossover. Finally, for the best in-depth videos on the web-in my opinion-there's Dr Sten Ekberg. His videos are like classroom lectures for content, but he doesn't bore you to death like classroom lectures might. I don't remember if he has a starter set of videos, but he probably does, and I'm sure they're among the best. WRT the specifics, I think it would be worthwhile for you to get a fasting insulin, fasting glucose and A1c test. Your doctor can calculate your Homa-IR or you can with info from the web, and you can compare these numbers with info from the web. They'll give you insight into how worried you should be about your metabolic situation. My guess is, however, that you should be if you think you should. I still hold a grudge against the doctors I saw who didn't tell me about my metabolic situation until I was diagnosed diabetic YEARS after I had symptoms and did not recognize them. Finally, I really do recommend Dr Fung's books. I listened to three of his books while out walking in the sun, which is a good complement to fasting.

[@sandrabentley8111]

Or heat. Which may effect electrolytes. Or standing all day like nurses or hairdressers, who often wear compression socks. Or sitting too much with legs down, like on an airplane, that sure can swell ankles.

[@theview7169]

All these are not the root of the problem. These issues just exacerbate the cause of the problem.

[@zzkhan22]

Every video we are getting the best advices & information

[@Introvertednailqueen]

My swelling is in both ankles but mainly in my left. That’s the biggest. I know my problem tho. I’m overweight and have a sedentary job. Probably not getting the circulation I need and too many carbs still. I am working to correct it.

[@pennylane5404]

At least you are aware, that’s the first point…. so many ppl are happy to ignore.

[@bobboscarato1313]

Me too but I'm 85 and its harder to walk around with a cane!

[@DRAGNET-pn5vf]

GOOD LUCK WITH THAT. I'VE FOUND WALKING DAILY IS GREAT FOR YOUR BODY, IT GETS THE FLUID IN YOUR BODY TO MOVE AROUND. WALKING IS GOOD ALSO BECAUSE IT DOESN'T TEAR YOUR BODY UP LIKE RUNNING. I TRY TO WALK A MILE A DAY OR FOR TWENTY MINUTES. THANKS FOR SHARING EVERYONE AND DR. BERG ALSO! 🇺🇲♥️✌️👍

[@Green12Kingdoms]

U need to be on keto n early morning walk, quit sugar n carbs n ready-made foods ,fruits juicy onces helps n cucumbers

[@bobboscarato1313]

@@Green12Kingdoms Never ever I'll do that!

[@jb6712]

I can't eat any greens at all---body simply cannot handle them without serious ramifications---but I have found that eliminating all, every bit, of refined sugar lowers my BP, and greatly reduces any swelling. I have to eat primarily carnivore, but do allow myself carrots and potatoes since I cannot eat other vegetables or tubers. That diet, too, helps immensely, and a great many former health issues no longer plague me.

[@KristiJohnson-yo4hh]

Cooking and then chilling the potatoes changes the starch in them to resistant starch. Even if reheated it remains resistant. Try that when you prepare them!

[@fridaywithmateobonus2477]

I had this in the past. It resolves totally once I got into fasting. Now I am on a 20/4 schedule 5 days a week and it works great for me. Thanks for all you do Dr Berg. Keep them coming!

[@gerofiore9695]

Where you overweight at the time?

[@fridaywithmateobonus2477]

@@gerofiore9695 was 110kg / 183 cm ... so yes

[@gerofiore9695]

@@fridaywithmateobonus2477 Im 113.5kg at 183cm, need to get to that 20/4 but must take potassium and mag otherwise its palpitation city for me, also walking everyday

[@rebornsugar]

I noticed the right side of my ankle was more swollen than the left side. I know I are foods with more salt last week than I routinely do but never saw my right ankle swell like that. I’ve been out of my Potassium. Wake up call! I was researching for more information just in case and thank you for the confirmation in this video Dr. Berg. I will check recent blood work referencing my liver. 🙏🏾❤️

[@barbarakellermann4511]

I started keto Sept. 6 2021. I have lost 15 lbs from today. Around 2 months. That is with cheating with sugar for a day twice and gaining 3 lbs back the next day! I'm 53 and in the end of menopause. I've never been able to loose wait this easily!

[@whitefeather1953]

I enjoyed your direct answers and explanations no one else has told me these things nor have I read them and I read a lot and I've been to a lot of doctors nothing gets done except the diuretics are offered statins or whatever I don't want to damage my body anymore than I have to so thank you for enlightening me

[@valeriewall5003]

When I quit smoking a few months ago, my feet and ankles started swelling, especially the right one. This has happened before and I resumed smoking that time and the swelling went away. This time I don't intend to resume smoking but the swollen right ankle is a problem.

[@taras4352]

I just realized that’s when my ankle swelled so bad- when I quit smoking! I’ll have to look into that more.

[@bobboscarato1313]

Smoking is bad and second hand smoking is far more dangerous; I quit smoking pipe 50 years ago and avoid places with smoking folks! They think is Kool!

[@theflowerangel5724]

Well your body is detoxing when you quit smoking. It’s going through many changes. Treat your body well and ultimately it will treat you well. Stay strong and get off the cancer sticks.

[@valeriewall5003]

Thank you for your comments. It's nice to know that we are not alone. If you find out anything Tara, please share.

[@dustyrusty6840]

I have this on both feet and ankles. It goes away in about 3 days, also my feet would turn red on the sides. I showed this to my PCP and he said nothing. It comes and goes and that my heart doctor mentioned for me to wear tights or compression socks to try and keep the swelling down. Thank you for the causes and ways to prevent flair ups.

[@melllat]

When I need some quick advice about health issues, I always check you out for information

[@shaqeast8696]

I am so glad I’ve seen this video I’ve been experiencing this for a year now. I’ve been to several doctors and no one can help me it is annoying and painful to be retaining fluid in one foot It never fully goes down.

[@mariedavis6254]

I'm actually at a loss for words for some of these stories in comments. I'm 64 and just started experiencing edema in my feet. It's Potassium. Can't afford much in supplement or expensive organic, just the way our government likes it, sadly. I use Cream of Tartar daily now. It helps a lot. Figured out I am dehydrated no matter how much water I drink, because of the indentations when I take my socks off. ACV & wild lettuce tincture I make for lower back injury/pain. No more meds of any kind. Too bad it took so long to learn there truly are natural ways.

[@natalieturner664]

Marie, can you please share your wild lettuce tincture recipe?

[@mariedavis6254]

@@natalieturner664 hi Natalie, I am able to gather wild lettuce leaves fresh from my yard and I use it fresh. Rinse leaves, let dry overnight on a paper towel. I use scissors to cut into a quart jar filling to just below the rim, fill with 100 proof vodka. Add a piece of parchment to top before closing with lid & ring. I set it in a lower cupboard for 6 wks, strain into a glass measuring cup, then into another container. Usually a smaller jar an I store mine in the fridge. I often fill a smaller tincture bottle with a dropper to carry with me. I have used Everclear before, but it's not necessary, 100 proof is better. I add 3-4 drops in a shot glass of filtered water when I take it. 😊

[@natalieturner664]

@@mariedavis6254 Thanks so much! God Bless You!

[@cmc6299]

How/why do you take cream of tartar? How does it help you? Thanks in advance

[@mariedavis6254]

@@cmc6299 hi ☺️ I am low on potassium partly because of adrenal fatigue. I have developed headaches that are erratic, POTS like symptoms just recently. Kinda of scared of falling or passing out. It's a weird feeling. I have started drinking a cup of chamomile tea with ACV before bed as I also don't sleep well. It's a slew of things all of a sudden after 7 yrs of an abusive marriage. Mostly fear of the anger an threats. I've always been super healthy till the abuse. I stayed to protect 2 young boys. Healing is harder than I ever imagined. Any suggestions? Thank you for asking. Oh, I add it my shot of water with the wild lettuce tincture. About 1/8 - 1/4 tsp. Usually at headache or before bed.

[@GygaxGirl]

My teenaged son had swelling in both legs after covid, no heat redness or tenderness. I had him walk slowly around several times a day and cut back on sugar and salt. I upped his d3, gave him coq10, zinc, c, and quercetin nac. It took about 6 weeks to subside.

[@doloresgaffney2579]

Just to say I am so grateful for all the good advice you give so freely With the very bad situation try ING to see a doctor these days etc, You are a blessing I thank you sooooooooooo much I recommend you to all my friends and family YOU ARE ONE GOOD MAN thank you always from Dublin Ireland

[@thomasb1033]

Was in law school and at year 2, I looked down and saw edema and blood spots in my right ankle. Watched Dr. Berg’s videos and realized it was from the quick junk food cause of my schedule. I quickly changed my diet and took potassium and the edema was completely gone in 8 months

[@deniseyoung4494]

How much potassium did you start taking?

[@lindanavai9778]

I have suffered with swollen ankles for a long time now. I have HPB and I have read that Norvasc has them side effects. One of the medications that I take. Also, I tend to sit down a lot especially at work and then going home and more sitting. When I wake up in the morning after a full night sleep my feet and ankles are back to normal. My glucose is also normal no diabetes.

[@dorisward2629]

Thank you Dr. Berg, I have been dealing with swollen feet and ankles for over 25 years! I tried throughout the years for answers by my doctors. None that could correct my problem. I don't want meds I want to get to root of my problem. Unable to wear shoes, just sad way to live. I been a soda drinker for 40 years. I know sugar and my diet suck. I'm work on eating better and cut back on pop. Thank you for giving me insight on a problem that cause he to be depressed through the years. I prayed for answer thank God for sending you. Much success to you Dr Berg.🙏❤️

[@misskeyla21]

I had bad swelling in both my feet and ankles when I had my daughter 19 years ago. Now my left foot swells, my right does too but not like my left. My liver and heart is fine but I have been told I was pre diabetic and I'm overweight so what you're saying makes a lot of sense

[@bobboscarato1313]

You may need to take Furosemide which is a water pill that helps eliminate fluids; you need a prescription from your doctor. It's taken in the morning and is active for 8 hours. I I go shopping, etc. I take it after I'm back home as you make several trips to the loo per hour!

[@theview7169]

@@bobboscarato1313 Here we go again, this treats the symptom not the root cause of the problem. I think she is looking for answers what's causing it, not a bandaid.

[@bobboscarato1313]

@@theview7169 I hope so!

[@misskeyla21]

@@theview7169 that is true. I think taking water pills isn't healthy

[@surekunn8915]

My potassium increase really made a difference in how I feel making my ankles and feet go down even more, its best I stick to the regiment; it's working better than anything else. Thank you for your accurate advice !!

[@EM-fg3hm]

Hello, how much potassium do you take a day [as a supplement]? Thank you 🙌

[@turfoid7899]

Just wanted to check in and keep you updated doc. So, a few months ago i went keto. And inflamation went away. So, i then started eating sugar again, had a bad day or 2., and it came back, so went keto again, sure enough it went away again.

[@elyse-cathrinebisson2787]

Could it be a sciatic nerve problem as well?

[@pilaraguilar1201]

Dear doctor,you are awesome! Thanks so much.You are a genuine health leather.

[@artofmetta7401]

Thank you Dr. Berg for sharing your insights. Its benefiting me in many different areas to use food in order to balance my system. Im adapted the keto+intermiten fasting and specially the improvement of my kidneys health as well as mental clarity and capacity is just amazing. Im feeling so blessed to have found you and grateful for having the tools to understand my body and provide the proper nourishment. ❤

[@dawsoncolleen]

This is worrying me, I just notice in the last couple of wks, my ankles are slightly swollen, especially the right one. i take blood pressure pills, and also started once a day, glucosamine msm, daily, that is the only change i made with taking pills, i am worried. thankyou, colleen

[@sheilabulger8769]

Watch many of your videos. Helps me, my friends and family with finding the right reasons behind the medical situation and correcting it without drug usage. Thank you for your research and sharing of the data.

[@starlettehandy4331]

Wow! Right on time! Right on time! I have swelling in both ankles, especially the left one. I have swelling underneath my rib cage on the right side. I have been so exhausted, too. My appointment is scheduled for November 30th with the gastroenterologist. I will take potassium, and hopefully, I don’t have to keep that appointment. I can have my energy back. Thank you, Dr. Berg!

[@theview7169]

Keep that appointment, then see what your doc says, and if you hear something different then confront him with this information and see what he says.

[@starlettehandy4331]

@@theview7169 Thank you. I definitely will.)

[@mimoqm81]

Hello. Dr. Why does it get worse in hot weather places? It happens all the time my mom travels to places like that. Thank you very much for your explanation.

[@sandrabentley8111]

Yes heat will do it. Electrolytes imbalance I think. Plus too many carbs.

[@zezmerelda240]

maria--Yes. I noticed this the first time I went to Fla. I was in my 20's and in good general health, so I was confused. I have since then taken potassium proactively before my flight, then doubled my water intake for a day. This has worked well for 30 years. Happy travels.

[@antoniotula262]

I noticed it on Caribbean vacation too, probably too much rum n cokes. I stopped & drank coconut water daily. It went away.

[@sandrabentley8111]

@@zezmerelda240 yes I live in Florida year round a and my ankles tend to swell in summer if I don't walk as much because of the heat. Never thought about just potassium. Will keep that in mind. Movement and low carb diet are important.

[@lindathibedeau9999]

Well I actually just stumbled on your blog, video, not sure what you call it. EXTRMELY important information for me concerning left ankle swelling. I have been trying to find out the cause of my ankle swelling for months. I have a vascular doctor who's only advise is to wear compression stockings. I keep saying to anyone who will listen that I am not looking for a band aid. I want to find out what is causing the swelling instead of having my concerns be put off and told just wear compression stockings. I even have a best friend, an RN, who is at this point frustrated with me because I keep saying I want to find out WHY I have the swelling; even she just tells me to wear compression stockings. Like you said, treating the symptom and not the CAUSE of the actual problem. Finally a doctor with eyes wide open as I would think all doctors would be but I can tell you this is NOT THE CASE! I want to thank you for talking about this issue.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

Great epsiode!! Excerpts: If the right ankle and foot are more swollen, the problem could be with the liver. If the left ankle or foot is more swollen, the problem may be with the heart. If both ankles and feet are swollen, the problem may be more of a blood sugar situation, like diabetes. But there are many other potential causes of edema, including: • Chronic venous insufficiency • Lymphedema • Kidney problems • Advanced lung problems The most common causes of edema in the ankles is diabetes or prediabetes, or the person is low in potassium and has high sodium. In this situation, I don't think you should cut down on your salt, rather increase your potassium by consuming more greens. Thank you Dr Berg!!

[@mst5158]

Where did you learn all that

[@patriciaoreilly8907]

Great video 😊 put simply to understand, how we can adjust our health for the better

[@HongNguyen-if2we]

I eat more green every now and my right leg is no more swell, 🙏 amazing video ,